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Petrol, Diesel Price To Crash As FG Agrees To Sell Crude Oil To Dangote, Others In Naira

April 16, 2024

The federal government has disclosed that indigenous refineries in the country such as Dangote Refineries can now buy crude from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL in naira.

The government made this known on Monday in Abuja the nation’s capital through the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC.

The commission stated that this is in line with the provisions of Section 109(2) of the Petroleum Industry Act 2021, as it relates to the activities for Domestic Crude Oil Supply Obligation.

This development appears to be a good news to Nigerians who insist that local refineries should be allowed to purchase crude oil from the NNPLC in the local currency. If this is done, they argue, the price of petrol and diesel would significantly reduce.

According to the chief executive officer of NUPRC, Gbenga Komolafe, the stakeholders in the sector which include Dangote, NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services, representatives of Crude Oil/Condensate Producers, Crude Oil Refinery-Owners Association of Nigeria, have agreed that the payment template for crude oil could either be in dollar or naira.

He said: “The commission in conjunction with relevant stakeholders from NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services, representatives of Crude Oil/Condensate Producers, Crude Oil Refinery-Owners Association of Nigeria, and Dangote Petroleum Refinery came up with the template for the buy-in of all.

“This is in a bid to foster a seamless implementation of the DCSO and ensure consistent supply of crude oil to domestic refineries,” the Chief Executive, NUPRC, Gbenga Komolafe, told journalists in Abuja.

“The PIA intends to make the implementation (of crude oil obligation) very easy for the parties, both for the producers and refineries. So the answer simply is that the currency for the transaction would either be in naira or dollar. That is the simple answer.

“But we all know that if the transaction is carried out in naira, that itself will free the pressure on the exchange rate. That will help the exchange rate. So that is the intent and besides, the overall intent of the Petroleum Industry Act is to develop our midstream, which is a very laudable provision of the PIA.”

The announcement comes on the heel of the remark of Aliko Dangote that the Dangote Refinery has reduced the price of diesel to petroleum marketers to N1200 from N1800 per litre.

The Africa’s richest man had told reporters after paying the Sallah homage to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Lagos last week, that the prices of diesel and petrol could be reduced further depending on the exchange rate of the naira to the dollar.

What Dangote Said

“In our refinery, we started selling diesel at about ₦1,200 for ₦1,650 and I’m sure as we go along…this can help to bring inflation down immediately,” Dangote told journalists after he paid Eid-el-Fitr homage to President Bola Tinubu at his residence.

“I believe that we are on the right track. I believe Nigerians have been patient and I also believe that a lot of goodies will now come through. There’s quite a lot of improvement because if you look at it, one of the major issues that we’ve had was the naira devaluation that has gone very aggressively up to about ₦1,900.

“But right now, we’re back to almost ₦1,250, ₦1,300, which is a good reprieve. Quite a lot of commodities went up. When you go to the market, for example, something that we produce locally like flour, people will charge you more. Why? Because they’re paying very high diesel prices.

“Now, in our refinery, we started selling diesel at about ₦1,200 instead of ₦1,650 and I’m sure as we go along, things will continue to improve quite a lot.

“If you look at it now, when you are buying ₦1,650 or ₦1,700 for a litre of diesel, and that one has been cut off by almost two-thirds, you are now paying ₦1,200 for diesel.

“Maybe, going forward, even though the crude prices are going up, I believe people will not get it much higher than what it is today, ₦1,200. It might be even a little bit lower, but that can help quite a lot because if you are transporting locally-produced goods and you were paying ₦1,650, now you are paying two-thirds of that amount, ₦1,200. It’s a lot of difference. People don’t know.

“This can help to bring inflation down immediately. And I’m sure when the inflation figures are out for the next month, you’ll see that there’s quite a lot of improvement in the inflation rate. So step at a time. And I’m sure the government is working around the clock to make sure that things get much better.”

But, stakeholders in the sector have now opined that the price of the products should witness a downward trend since crude oil will be sold to Dangote and other domestic refineries in naira.

“What this mean is that the variation in the exchange rate would no longer be a determinant factor for the price of petrol and diesel and other petroleum products. Apart from this, other costs such as freight, insurance, shipping that usually push up the pump price of these product have also been removed, so long that the crude is purchased from the NNPCL,” Alade Samson, an energy expert said.

Ekiti Pays N546.9 Million WAEC Fees

Ayodele Oni

April 16, 2024

By Ayodele Oni

In a bid to prioritize education and ease financial strain on parents, the Ekiti State Government has paid a total of N546,901,000.00 to cover the West African Examination Council/Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC/SSCE) fees for the year 2024.

The amount also covers administrative expenses of all the 16,269 SS3 students in public secondary schools in the State registered for the examination.

Commissioner for Education, Dr. Bimpe Aderiye, in a statement made available to newsmen in Ado Ekiti, on Monday, stressed that no public secondary school is therefore authorized to collect any WAEC registration fees in the State.

Despite the directive, some secondary schools in the state are still demanding for payment of N15,000 by each candidate as administrative charges.

But, Dr Aderiye warned that it would be an act of sabotage for officials of any of the public schools in the State to demand for any fee in respect of the examination.

She also cautioned parents and guardians against paying unauthorized fees, noting that such acts undermine Government’s policy and impair efforts to boost the socioeconomic status of the people.

The Commissioner advised all stakeholders to report any demand for the 2024 unauthorized fees to her office or those of the Permanent Secretaries of Education or Teaching Service Commission.

Reiterating the commitment of the State Government to improving the education sector, Aderiye assured that no stone would be left unturned towards achieving the desired goal.

Umuahia: Outrage Continues To Trail Murder of Hotel Manager By Soldiers

The Source

April 15, 2024

Achimugu James Etubi-Hotel Manager in Abia

By Charles Igbo

The order by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoreed Lagbaja for a thorough investigation into the gruesome murder in a Hotel in Umuahia Abia, State, has not calmed down the anger of Nigerians who are calling for the dismissal from the Military and trial of all those allegedly involved.

The manager, Mr Achimugu James Etubi, a native of Kogi State, in charge of the food and beverage department of the hotel, was allegedly tortured to death by soldiers.

Trouble started when three Cadets went to the Swimming pool of the Hotel Royal Damgrete, Umuahia, Abia State to swim. But, one of them, an Air Force cadet, identified as CDT Chidiebere, reportedly drowned in the pool.

After Police investigation, the Army invited over four workers of the hotel, including the late Etubi. Sadly, Etubi who had nothing to do with the drowning of the Cadet, just like the three others, died after a harrowing torture meted on him by soldiers, Friday morning, at the at the military barracks.

The NAF Tarmac Four cadet reportedly died on Tuesday in the swimming pool.

According to reports which quoted a source who pleaded anonymity, “Following, his death the Nigerian Army led by one Major Inuwa who was reportedly investigating the unfortunate incident ordered soldiers including one of the Cadet officers who came with late Chidiebere to the hotel swimming pool to beat four hotel staff that were invited for interrogation to stupor.

“The Nigerian Air Force Tarmac Four cadet was identified as Cadet Chidiebere. The death of the cadet officer drew the attention of the state police and it made them begin investigation.

“In the process of investigating the death of the cadet officer, four persons were taken by the Nigeria Police Force for investigations, Mr. James Etubi inclusive. They were detained for a night and were released on bail. But a few days later, the military officers led by one Maj. Inuwa particularly, was said to have invited four persons including Mr James Etubi for further investigations, and threatened the owner of the hotel Mr. Steve Ihendigbo, to release the workers to the army or have his hotel damaged.

“The owner of the hotel now went against the police’s instructions to release them to the military just to save his hotel from attack.

“When Mr. Steve was contacted after the killing of the manager he was scared to give full details for fear of the Nigerian military.

“The family, wife, and kids of the deceased are calling on Nigerians and relevant agencies to join voice and forces for justice in this inhuman treatment that led to the loss of life of Mr. Etubi.”

The hotel owner, Mr Steve said “The Cadet officer came with two others. Two were cadet officers and a navy trainer. They came and parked their vehicle. We don’t know what happened because the deceased Cadet officer didn’t swim in the swimming pool. The next thing the other cadet officer started shouting that their college had drowned. We invited the police and fire service to pump out the water in the swimming pool but they didn’t do anything.

“To our greatest surprise, for about four hours he was reportedly inside the water, his stomach did not swell, and water didn’t come out from his mouth or nose.

“So, the policemen took the body took the body to the morgue and took four of my staff to their station. They didn’t come back till the following morning being Wednesday when they released. The police instead of interrogating the two military personnel that came with the deceased officer, were shading them.

“So, when my staff returned some soldiers led by a lady military police came demanding that they (four staff) should come to their office. In the morning Friday, the four staff went there before even 8 am.

“According to my staff, when they got to the barracks, the lady military police officer ordered soldiers to torture them. One of the cadet officers that was with the late Chidiebere whom we suspect knows what killed his colleague carried a stick with other soldiers and beat brutally. James could not withstand it he collapsed. Seeing what they had done the lady military police officer got a tricycle and told him to take his body back to the hotel.

“Other staff who had already been badly assaulted were telling them that the man was dying. They chased them out with the tricycle operator they had already paid. Instead of coming to the hotel, they begged the tricycle operator to take him to the hospital. When they got to the federal medical center Umuahia, he was pronounced dead”

South West Caucus Of The House Of Reps Condemns Yoruba Nation Invasion Of Government Offices In Ibadan

Ayodele Oni

April 15, 2024

Odua Nation Agitator in Oyo State house Assembly

By Ayodele Oni

The South West Caucus of the House of Representatives has condemned the recent invasion of the Oyo State Government Secretariat in Ibadan by some Yoruba Nation agitators.

The caucus, in a statement by the Chairman, Abiodun James Faleke, stated that violence in any form undermines the unity of the ciuntry.

The caucus noted that the action, carried out by acclaimed Yoruba Nation Agitators, has caused unrest and posed a threat to the peace and stability of the South-west region.

“As representatives of the people, we stand firmly against any form of unlawful behavior and violence that undermines the rule of law and the unity of our country, Nigeria.

“It is essential that all grievances and demands be addressed through peaceful and lawful means, respecting the rights and well-being of all citizens.

“We urge all parties involved to engage in constructive dialogue, prioritize the welfare of our people, and work towards finding peaceful and lasting solutions to any grievances.

“Violence and lawlessness have no place in our society, and we call on all individuals to uphold the principles of peace, unity, and respect for the rule of law.

“The South West Caucus remains committed to upholding the values of democracy, justice, and unity in our region and the country at large. Together, we can overcome challenges and build a better future for all.”

The agitators, who the Nigeria Army said wore Foreign Military Uniform and berets, invated the State Secretariat, Ibadan on Saturday with dangerous weapons. They brought down the Nigeria Flag and hoisted that of the Yoruba Nation.

Troops of the Nigeria Army eventually overpowered them with superior firepower and arrested nine of them in the process. They also recovered some arms, and are on the trail of those who escaped.

Fulani Group Accuses Wike Of Ethnic Profiling, Draconian Laws

Akinwale Kasali

April 15, 2024

By Akinwale Kasali

A Fulani Group from the Fulbe Communities of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately caution and call the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike to order if he wants to enjoy their continue support.

The Group said this during its Zonal and National Consultative Meeting Monday at the NICON Luxury Hotel Abuja. Over 33,360 Ardos who are the Traditional and Spiritual Leaders of the specific Fulbe Communities in Nigeria lamented how the Government under President Tinubu is on an ethnic profiling of many Nigerian tribes, groups, and individuals, especially the Fulani.

The Ardos said the Fulbe are at the receiving end of the brunts of ethnic profiling through the draconian policies and anti-people decisions by Wike.

They alleged that he has been unleashing series of draconian policies on them.

Speaking at a Press Briefing after their exhaustive meeting, the National President of the Ardos, Aliyu Yola, said they had mobilized Fulbe in millions and cast their votes for President Tinubu during the February 25th, 2023, Presidential Election after they had a meeting with him prior to the 2023 Presidential Election.

Yola boasted that the massive voting of the Fulbe in their millions all across the country through vigorous campaigns led to his emergence as President.

He recalled how the Fulbes had a meeting with Tinubu on a cold February evening on the campaign train where he spent quality time interacting with Ardos across the country towards a national movement that ensured massive votes for his candidacy within the Fulani community in Nigeria.

“It is with utmost pride that we recount the huge success recorded at the polls in 2023.” Ardo Aliyu said

He worried that the appearance of Wike from the blues to champion the course of the FCT has made the ethnic profiling of the Fulbe worrisome.

He stated that in recent times, Wike came out with a draconian policy against herdsmen and grazing without providing any alternative as is done in civilized clime.

He added that the unconstitutional revocation of the contract agreement being handled by their Patron, Senator Ahmad Abubakar Moallayidi, Managing Director of Integrated Facility Management Services Ltd, IFMSL, and Managers of the International Conference Center, ICC, Abuja was uncalled for.

He said the unwise decision by Wike on their kinsman was a pure show of ethnic profiling against the group that supported, and did a yeoman job for his emergence as the sitting President of Nigeria.

“Our recent concern is the onslaught of the FCT Minister’s unilateral, unconstitutional impunity with which he pronounced a revocation of the management contract of our patron Sen. Ahmad Abubakar MoAllahyidi who is also the convener of Arewa New Agenda (ANA).

“This profiling is contrary to the promise made by Mr President on the campaign trail where he assured the FULBE of fair hearing and promotion of the welfare of the FULBE alongside other Nigerians

“The targeting of our Patron, Senator Ahmad Abubakar MoAllahyidi by the Minister is a slap on our face, and we are very concerned that the action of the Minister is putting a wedge in the support we give to you Mr President.

“The Minister did not follow due process and a subsisting contract was illegally revoked by a newspaper publication; this injustice, impunity, and character assassination against our patron is something that cannot be accepted in a democratic society, he said

He alleged that Wike is unnecessarily causing great havoc to this administration because he had little or no knowledge at all who is Senator Moallayidi and the huge contributions he made to support the winning election of President Tinubu.

He said: “Where was Wike when our patron Senator Ahmad MoAllahyidi mobilized the Ardos and hosted the then presidential candidate Bola Ahmed Tinubu accompanied by the Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, the NSA, Mal Nuhu Ribadu, the APC Chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the Deputy Senate President, Sen Jibril Barau, minister of Defence Abubakarar Badaru, the NAHCON Chairman, Barr. Jalal Arabi, the SA to the VP, Aliyu Umar Modibo, among other prominent leaders of the current administration at the same International Conference Center ICC to make a pact with the Fulbe leading to the resounding success at the polls.

“We all know that Minister Wike was then and still is in the opposition party, proudly a card-carrying member of PDP, and what is doing is more of fighting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.”

He urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene by calling Minister Wike to order and demanded that Wike be compelled at all times to follow due process in whatever is doing.

Aliyu who spoke on behalf of the Ardos further demanded that the FCT Minister desist from profiling the Fulbe group or any group of people or individuals, especially those who have worked to bring the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be.

In their demands also they asked President Tinubu to intervene by stopping Minister Wike from shutting down the ICC and tempering with the lawful contract agreement the IFMSL has which has a ten-year life span.

“We remind the President to fulfill the promises he made to the Fulbe regarding the setting of a livestock agency to cater for the migrant cattle rearers, to make the name of the Fulani a very respectable name and provide social welfare for them alongside other Nigerians.

“We are concerned that such an onslaught on our leaders is a direct repudiation of the effort that we contributed to bringing your administration to power. We kindly urge you to use your good office to call Minister Wike to order or remove him from the office he occupies to avoid the negative impact he is creating for your administration.

“We look forward to your very positive intervention as we continue to pledge our support and loyalty for the continuing success of the Barkindo of Fulbe Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR as you lead this great country of a good people.” He demanded

He however said that the entire Ardos of the Fulbe United for Peace and Development commend the effort of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu whose administration is providing good leadership for the country, and also appreciated him for the giant strides he is making in leading the country.

They however pledged continued support and loyalty to the President of their demands are met.

How Men In Foreign Military Uniforms Invaded State Secretariat Ibadan – Nigeria Army

Adesina Soyooye

April 15, 2024

By Adesina Soyooye

As Nigerians continue to express shock and surprise over how a group of Yoruba Nation adherents effortlessly invaded the State Secretariat Ibadan, capital of Oyo State, on Saturday, April 13, the Nigeria Army has admitted that the invaders wore foreign Military uniforms and berets.

Not a few Nigerians wondered how the invaders who carried dangerous weapons, succeeded in taking down Nigeria’s flag, and hoisted that of the Yoruba Nation, carried out their plans without any detection by Nigeria’s Security and Intelligence Community.

The admission by the Army that they wore foreign Military Uniforms has put more fear into a number of Nigerians who are now asking “how come?” They are also asking Security Agencies to get to the root of the scary incident and arrest and prosecute those behind what they say is the equivalent of an “attempted coup” against the Government of Oyo State and by implication, the South West Governments.

But in a statement it issued, signed on its behalf by Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director, Army Public Relations, the Nigeria Army said it is on top of the situation.

The statement explained that the invaders met superior firepower which led to the arrest of nine of them, and the recovery of some arms and ammunition. It said the others escaped but emphasized the escapees will be tracked down and arrested.

The statement reads in full:

SITUATION REPORT ON INVASION OF OYO STATE SECRETARIAT AGODI

“This is to notify the general public that today, Saturday, 13 April 2024, sequel to the report of an attack on the State Secretariat Agodi, Ibadan, Oyo State, troops promptly responded to the incident and had contact with adherents of the Yoruba Nation dressed in foreign military camouflage with berets and armed with dangerous weapons in buses and motorbikes.

“Upon encountering own troops, the Yoruba nation adherents engaged the troops in a shootout. Troops, utilizing superior firepower, successfully subdued the attackers, who subsequently retreated in disarray. As a result of this engagement, nine members of the irredentist group were apprehended, while one Semi Automatic Pump Action rifle and ammunition were recovered.

“Currently, troops are on the track of the fleeing adherents, and the situation is under control.

“We assure members of the public that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the safety and security of the general area.

“We urge the public to remain calm and vigilant, and to report any suspicious activity to the appropriate security agencies. The safety and security of the citizenry remain a priority, as we will continue to work tirelessly to maintain peace and order in the region.

“ONYEMA NWACHUKWU
Major General
Director Army Public Relations
13 April 2024”

Kano APC Working Committee, Annuls Ganduje’s Suspension, Reprimands Ward’s Exco

Ayodele Oni

April 15, 2024

By Ayodele Oni

In an affirmation of supremacy, Kano State Working Committee, (SWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reacted to the suspension of the National Chairman of the party, Abdullahi Ganduje, by his ward executives.

The SWC in a reaction upheld the suspension of some party leaders in Ganduje Ward of Dawakin Tofa local government by the local chapter, who earlier announced the suspension of the National Chairman of the party, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, from the party.

The APC at Ganduje Ward in Dawakin Tofa local government area had earlier on Monday suspended the party’s national chairman over allegation of bribery against him by the Kano State Government.

The party’s leadership at the local government office, reacted that the suspension was nullified and those behind it have been sacked.

The APC chairman in Dawakin Tofa local government area, Inusa Suleiman Dawanau, told journalists in Kano on Monday that those behind the suspension of the APC National Chairman were caught in anti-party activities with records of their meetings with the ruling party in the State exposed.

He stated that in addition to the suspension, the State Working Committee (SWC) of the party has also sanctioned the Ganduje Ward party leaders for six months.

A special investigation panel has also been set up to verify several allegations against them.

The Kano State APC chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, confirmed that the state level, has since adopted the decisions of the party at the local government level, and already investigating the alleged anti-party activities of the culprits.

“We have evidence of meetings between the state government officials and those that suspended the National Chairman.

“SWC has agreed to sanction them for six months and they now stand suspended.”

The SWC also declared that the suspension of the National Chairman by the Ganduje Ward party chieftains was invalid and remains null and void.

Bode George Advocates For State Police, Says Its Absence Cause Of Invasion Of Oyo State House, Secretariat

Akinwale Kasali

April 15, 2024

By Akinwale Kasali

Former Deputy Chairman of opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Bode George, has faulted the invasion of Oyo Government House by O’odua Nation agitators on the failure of having State Police.

The PDP Chieftain said that he has always been a supporter and advocate of having State Police, stressing that if such had been implemented and put in place, there wouldn’t have been such attack.

He added that the failure of intelligence by the country’s security agencies also led to this.

George made this assertions while speaking on Arise TV on Monday. He said that the agitators carried out the planned invasion without the security agencies knowing, and insisted the incident pushes the urgent need for the establishment of state police.

His words, “ What surprises me is that it didn’t leak to the intelligence department of this nation. They carried their weapons and were there in military uniforms, and nobody stopped them on the road.

“This calls for the urgent need for state police because they couldn’t have been meeting somewhere if we were well organized. After all, the state police and the SSS would have been there and come to terms to prevent it. Now, they’ve carried out their mission.

“Also, what happened is a confirmation that, in terms of policing, intelligence gathering is in short supply. What is the total population of the Nigerian police and intelligence departments at the national and state levels? Every political discussion is local, and we need to establish very urgently state police because state police will be people drawn from the area; they know the culture, norms, dos and don’ts, and information gathering will be much faster.”

The elder statesman went further by calling on the Federal Government to revisit the country’s educational curriculum.

“When we were in primary school, there was the teaching of civics, your responsibilities to your nation, and the responsibilities of the nations to yourself and the general area. I’m not sure if they teach civics or history anymore.

“How will these young men be able to handle this discussion? Something is missing; we need to revisit ourselves as a nation. If they had been taught history, they would have known the consequences. I want to advise the president to wake up and add it as part of the curriculum for education.

It would be recalled that last weekend, some suspected Yoruba nation agitators dressed in military camouflage and armed with weapons occupied and attempted to overwhelm security operatives at the Oyo StateAssembly complex and hoisted their own flag within the Assembly premises.

But, the swift intervention of the Police and other Security Agencies led to the arrest of some of the agitators.

“Our Elders Not In Tune With Current Reality”, Says Arewa Progressives Forum, Urges NEF To Face Infighting Among Northern Politicians

Ayodele Oni

April 15, 2024

By Ayodele Oni

The political structure of the North seems divided over President Bola Tinubu’s administration as Arewa Progressive Forum (APFO) upbraided the elite Northern Elders’ Forum, (NEF) on its position on the administration.

APFO declared that it maintains its distance from the recent views of the Northern Elders Forum against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s presidential approach to security in the region.

The NEF had claimed to have regretted its decision to vote for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 elections, with a threat that the North had learnt its lesson over heightened security challenges under the Tinubu-led administration.

The minister of defence, Bello Matawalle had earlier carpeted the northern elders on their position, describing them as politically irrelevant.

The National Secretary of Arewa Progressives Forum, Magaji Abbas Danbatta in a statement on Monday in Kaduna, regretted that the recent outbursts of the Elders forum did not represent the Northern agenda for peace and national unity of the country which is not negotiable.

“To Dambatta, it was an error for any group or political association to come out openly and announce their regret over majority decisions, warning that northern elders are derailing from their counseling and advisory role to the government on national issues as it affects the region.

“The group further supported Minister of State Defense, Bello Mohammed Matawalle over his mature response to the NEF outbursts against President Tinubu, saying, the people behind the claim were more interested in personal gains than the unity and survival of Nigeria.

“We wholeheartedly endorsed the reactions of Minister of State Defense, Bello Mohammed Matawalle to some members of this group. They are not in tune with the current reality in the North.

“Northern elders should be seen as mediators or opinion shapers on national unity, cohesion, and progress without regional bias. This is key because Nigeria’s unity can’t be negotiated on the page of newspapers.

“The same elders that ignored and failed to unite some of our political gladiators that are fighting one another in Kano, Sokoto, Zamfara, and Kaduna States are talking about the region being abandoned to its plights.

“Where were they when Zamfara Governor, Dauda Lawal was attacking his predecessor Bello Mohammed Matawalle over issues that could have been amicably resolved?

“The same with Umar Ganduje and Rabi’u Kwankwaso or Aliyu Wamakko and Bafarawa before going into a fight with Aminu Waziri Tambuwal?

“In Kaduna, there is brewing misunderstanding between Governor Uba Sani and his predecessor Nasir El-Rufai. All the Northern elders cared about was President Tinubu.

“We are concerned that, the northern elders have one of their members as an adviser on political matters to the Vice President, the person of Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed who could have facilitated a meeting with who and who in the seat of power to discuss issues affecting the region or the country in general rather than rushing to the press.”

The Forum however noted and commended the joint and unrelenting efforts of the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, and Minister of State (Defence), Bello Muhammad Matawalle whose proactive measures have helped improve security in the Northern region.

“We are of the view that President Tinubu’s approach to the issues of security in the North so far, especially Northwest is one of the best compared to his immediate predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari’s approach.”

Alleged Corruption: APC National Chairman, Ganduje Suspended By Ward

Ayodele Oni

April 15, 2024

By Ayodele Oni

Another political logjam is looming as the All Progressives Congress (APC) ward in Ganduje, Dawakin Tofa Local Government, Area of Kano State has suspended the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.

The announcement was made by the ward’s Legal Adviser, Halliru Gwanzo, who addressed Journalists in Kano on Monday.

Gwanzo cited allegations of bribery against Ganduje leveled by the Kano State Government as the reason for the suspension.

“We decided to suspend Dr. Ganduje from the party due to the seriousness of the allegations against him,” Gwanzo stated.

The suspension, effective immediately, throws the leadership of the APC into question and could have wider implications for Nigerian politics in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.

Dr. Ganduje has not yet commented on the suspension.

The NNDP controlled government of Kano state had set up a panel to probe the immediate past administration of Ganduje, who is being accused of various illegalities.

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