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IGP Approves Establishment Of Anti Money Laundering Units In Police Commands

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Ayodele Oni
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Hyacinth Azuka Edozie

By Ayodele Oni

CP Azuka Edozie is in charge

A renowned financial expert,  Hyacinth Azuka Edozie, has been appointed to head the newly created Nigeria Police Anti-Money Laundering Unit.

The Unit has, also, been approved to take off in states’ command with officers of the rank of Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs) to lead the units in all State Criminal Investigation Departments (SCIDs).

Force spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Wednesday, announced that the Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Kayode Egbetokun, has given approval for the take-off of the unit.

He explained that “the initiative is a strategic move to strengthen the Police’s role in national security, specifically in combating financial crimes. It is also critical in countering the sophisticated methods used by terrorist organizations and other criminal entities to finance their activities.

“The establishment underscores the Force’s commitment to safeguarding national security by preventing and detecting illicit financial activities that could undermine the country’s stability.

“It also enhances the operational capacity of law enforcement agencies, especially the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) in furtherance of its global oversight functions, to address various security threats.

“As a testament to the zeal to curb financial crimes and boost national security, the Police recently made significant arrests in Kano and Nasarawa States.

“On December 8, 2024, at Gwale, Kano, operatives, acting on credible intelligence, apprehended Nura Ibrahim and discovered counterfeit currency, which included the sum of N129,542,823,000 in counterfeit currencies, with a breakdown of 3,366,000 in Counterfeit US Dollars, 51,970 in Counterfeit CFA franc, and 1,443,000 in counterfeit Naira.

“The arrest led to further arrests of accomplices Muhammed Muntari and Usman Abdullahi.

“Similarly, on January 13, 2025, the Force arrested 53-year-old Ephraim Barde in New Karu, Nasarawa State, with counterfeit U.S. dollar notes totalling $160,000.

“Following the arrest, further investigations are underway to determine the full scope of Barde’s involvement and identify any accomplices. The Police are committed to preventing further threats to the nation’s financial system.

“The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in its efforts to combat financial crimes and ensure a secure economic environment with a view to promoting national security for the safety of all Nigerians and residents. The establishment of the Anti-Money Laundering Units is a vital step in this mission.

“The IGP calls on all citizens to play an active role in national security by reporting suspicious activities related to counterfeit currency and financial crimes.”

“You Cannot Overlook Kanu’s Detention, It’s Injustice” – Abia Group

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Suleiman Anyalewechi
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Abia Group on Kanu

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

A coalition of Civil Society Groups in Abia State,  has called for the prioritization of dialogue over  violence to resolve the festering insecurity in the South East region.

The Coalition also urged the immediate dismantling of most of the security checkpoints in the region, insisting that they have become a veritable tool for mindless extortion and dehumanization of innocent people of the South East.

This is even as they insisted that the unconditional release of the leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, from detention holds the key to the ultimate resolution of the region’s security challenges.

At a media briefing in Aba on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, jointly addressed by  Chuka Peter Okoye, Eunice Egbuna ,Obina Nwagbara ,Onwuka Glory and Cassius Ukwuegbe,to mark the 55th anniversary of the end of the Nigerian civil war, the coalition of major civil societies in Abia state regretted the weight of the crisis that has engulfed the South East region in the last few years.

According to it, the time is now ripe for stakeholders, civil society groups, Government and non-state actors to weigh-in on the prevailing security situation in the region.

” In the face of escalating tensions, dialogue must replace violence, and understanding must triumph over conflicts.

“South East Nigeria is currently facing a crisis marked by escalating tensions and violence. The region has been plagued by unrest ,with clashes between security forces and non-state actors, and attacks on citizens becoming increasingly frequent.

“The people of the South East Nigeria are living in fear and uncertainty with their security and welfare hanging in the balance .The situation has reached a critical point ,necessitating urgent attention and converted efforts to address the root causes”,  the Abia coalition stated.

According to the body, the rising conflict and unrest in the region are undoubtedly a fall-out of the separatist movements, and calls for session in the South East.

It maintained that the  renewed calls for Biafra since 1999 when the Movement for the Actualization of Sovereign State of Biafra, MASSOB was formed are attributed to historical  grievances, resulting from marginalization of the zone since the civil war ended in 1970.

The Coalition noted that the situation is not also helped by the dearth of visionary, honest and purposeful leadership in the region at all levels of governance .

It explained that the problem of lack of focused leadership has in turn brought about discontent and dissolutionment arising mainly from poverty among the majority of the populace .

“The situation in the South East is complex and multifaceted as the region has become a powder keg of discontent.

The proscription of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, IPOB, and continued detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu ,the declaration and enforcement of the numerous sit-at-home orders in protest against his trial ,and the quest to have May 30 as a Day of Remembrance for Igbo who died during the civil war have immensely contributed to the tensions leading to a cycle of violence and unrest in the region”,  the Abia Coalition noted.

The group lamented that rather than address the issue of alleged marginalization which the people have been  crying out against, the Federal  Government is seen to be responding with intimidation and even more marginalization.

“In Nigeria today, the South East has the least number of number of States, Local Governments Areas representatives, Political appointments and Federal Government presence .

“Nnamdi Kanu’s continued incarceration and no attempt by the Federal Government of Nigeria embrace other diplomatic approaches rather use of force to address the issue in a country where people from other regions have engaged in crimes against the state, but were engaged in dialogue is a testament to the marginalization of the People.

“Rather than engage in meaningful dialogue with the agitators for Biafra and stakeholders from the South East, Nigeria Government has chosen the use of force.

“Historical patterns show that the use of force has failed to resolve underlying grievances .Open dialogue will foster understanding and create an opportunity for lasting solutions to challenges faced in the region. It is essential that the Government acknowledges the voice of the people of the South East and addresses their concerns in a constructive manner.

“Amidst the conflicts, the people of the South East of Nigeria are bearing the brunt of the crisis ,facing threats to their safety ,livelihoods ,and basic human rights,and from our observation, the Federal Government of Nigeria in nonchalant about the plights of the citizens of the South East.

“Reports of human rights violations ,extra judicial killings ,and arbitrary arrests have raised alarm bells both within the country and on the international stage .The need to protect the civilian population and uphold their fundamental rights is paramount in any efforts to restore peace and stability to the region”, the group stated.

According to the coalition, drastically reducing the number of military, police and other security checkpoints will greatly assist in equally reducing tensions and violence in the region.

It described, as unprecedented and brazen, the extortion of the civilian populace in the South East.

” The extortion of motorists and young people by the personnel of the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Police , and every other security agency on the roads in the South East is brazen and unprecedented.

“This has been going on despite the hues and cries by citizens ,including complaints on the floor of the Senate and House of Representatives by National Assembly members from the South East.

“The Federal Government of Nigeria appears to have continued to look the other way ,while security agencies intimidate and extort citizens at every checkpoint in the South East,

“The reactive and kinetic approach/conducts of security agents in the South East ,aimed at suppressing and exploiting people ,has further exacerbated the crisis in the region”, the body stated.

To this end,the coalition insisted that the situation in the region urgently calls for a national healing .

According to  it, the healing process should begin with the unconditional release of Kanu the IPOB leading ,a development which it strongly believes will serve to separate the genuine agitators from those merely building an economic capital out of the misery of the people ..

“The detention of a prominent leader only serves to deepen the wounds of division and mistrust in society.

“To overlook the detention and unending trial of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu is to turn a blind eye to a serious case of injustice and endorsement of the continued marginalization of a people . Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s release is not just a mere request, but a necessity for the restoration of peace and stability in the South East”, the Coalition noted.

Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Award Scholarships To Fallen Heroes’ Wards, Uzodimma Pleads

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Hope Uzodimma- Governor of Imo State

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has appealed to the civil populace, especially private school proprietors, to assist the children of deceased soldiers by awarding scholarships to them as a way to cushion the effects of the loss of their bread-winners.

The Governor made the request on Wednesday in his remarks at the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration at the Rear Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu Square, New Owerri, Imo State.

He said, “beyond the annual observance there is need to focus on the significance of the fallen heroes who scarified and laid down their lives for others for the peace and continued existence of our country, Nigeria as one entity,” noting that “the sacrifice is the highest form of patriotism for which we can never repay them enough.”

“Patriotism is the love of one’s country. These Nigerians we are remembering today love Nigeria unto death,” he added and asserted that “we have various contributions to make to demonstrate our love for Nigeria.”

Uzodimma said: “Nigerians need to do all within their powers to support the families of the departed gallant soldiers. The support could be physical, through monetary assistance; emotional, through kind words of consolations and encouragement, hence the need to be with them, to reassure them that their husbands and fathers did not die in vain.”

He saluted Faith-based organisations and other Non Governmental Organisations who have been faithful in offering support, assistance and succour to the families of the departed soldiers and appealed that they should not limit their assistance to the Armed Forces Remembrance Day only, “but rather extend help whenever we have the resources.”

Uzodimma said that such selfless responsibilities are always rewarded by  God who sees in the secret.

On the side of his administration, Uzodimma assured of continuing assistance to both the families of the departed and serving personnel, saying that “Imo people owe the security agencies immense gratitude for helping us to battle insecurity.”

He regretted that some of them have died in the course of maintaining peace in the State, and assured that his government will continue to honour the memories of such heroes.

Again, he appealed to Imo people not to hesitate in volunteering helpful information to the security agencies in the fight against insecurity,  using the occasion to remind those who have been stoking the fires of insecurity in the State, and indeed, Nigeria, to see the solemn event of Armed forces Remembrance Day as a sober opportunity to reflect on the consequences of war and violence as an ill-wind that blows no one any good.

“They should repent and turn a new leaf for peace to reign in our land.”

Uzodimma used the occasion to extend Imo State’s support and appreciation to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support, assistance, encouragement and funding of the Nigerian Armed Forces in the fight against insecurity in the Country.

He equally thanked the Armed Forces for their gallantry, and assured them that they are not alone and will not be abandoned as his administration will continue to support them.

He also prayed for the Armed Forces as a whole, the people of Imo State and Nigeria in general for peace and unity of the country.

During the event, Governor Uzodimma had laid a wreath as the Special Guest of honour, signed the Register and performed the symbolic release of pigeons to signify peace in the land.

The ceremony was attended by the Wife of the Governor, Barr. (Mrs.) Chioma Uzodimma, the Deputy Governor, Lady Chinyere Ekomaru, the Speaker, Imo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chike Olemgbe and members of the House of Assembly.

Others include the three Senators of Imo State extraction, members of the Federal House of Representatives, members of the Judiciary, members of the State Executive Council, the leadership of APC at the national, zonal and state levels, local government Chairmen and councillors.

Others were the former Governor of the State, Chief Ikedi Ohakim, former Deputy Governors of Imo State (Dr. Jude Agbaso and Chief Mrs. Ada Okewulonu), traditional rulers, all Service Chiefs serving in Imo State, captains of industries and others too numerous to mention.

Earlier in the day, Governor Uzodimma attended the Thanksgiving Church Service of the first year of his second tenure administration at the Maria Assumpta Cathedral Owerri where he recommitted his administration to the service of the people and enjoined all to join hands with him to ensure that Imo State is made the envy of other States in the country.

He thanked the leadership of the Church for their prayers at all times, and pleased with them to appreciate the efforts good people who are in government make to ensure that the society is served well.

The Catholic Archbishop of Owerri Ecclesiastical Province, His Grace, Most Rev Lucius Ugorji thanked and prayed for the Governor for all he has done to provide good leadership in Imo State since assuming office and urged him not to loose focus so that he can do more.

Bishop Ugorji also prayed for the repose of the souls of the fallen heroes in the spirit of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Thanksgiving Service, and urged the people to show love and kindness to the families of the deceased soldiers who died in the course of serving the Nation.

“It’s Fake, There Is No Batch B February Training” – PSC

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DIG Hashimu Argungu - PSC Chairman

The attention of the Police Service  Commission has been drawn to a trending fictitious and misleading story in the social media on the resumption of training for an imaginary batch B of the 2022 Constable Recruitment.

The Commission is disturbed on the continuous use of the name of its Spokesman,  Mr. Ikechukwu Ani on these diversionary publications obviously planted to cause mischief and mislead innocent young Nigerians who are desirous of a career in the Nigeria Police Force.

The fictitious publication captioned, “Police Recruitment: Batch B Candidates starts training February 16; PSC/NPF  Endorses  https://apply.policerecruitment.gov.ng portal-calls on Batch B candidates  to stick to it for information.”

The fraudsters also attached a telephone no; 09027314596 where they are expected to fraudulently dupe unsuspecting Nigerian youths.

The Police Service Commission wishes to distance itself and its Spokesman from this obviously misleading and libelous story. The Commission states as follows;

  1. That at no time did it discuss, approve or issue any Press Release on the above phantom publication.
  2. That the new Recruits are still in training and will be passing out later this month and no decision has been taken on when the next recruitment will commence.

iii. That the Commission in line with its standard Operating procedures will issue an official statement on subsequent decision on recruitment for this year.

Meanwhile, Chairman of the Commission,  DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has directed the Nigeria Police Force to quickly arrest these fraudsters who are bent to undermine the Commission and dupe unsuspecting Nigerian youths.

The Chairman advised that the misleading story should be discountanced as the Commission is yet to take any decision on recruitment for this year.

He noted that the Commission will continue to be transparent and ensure that its recruitment is merit based and in line with established rules and regulations.

DIG Argungu said interested Nigerians should be patient and await Commission’s official statement on this year’s Recruitment.

Lagos: Prophet Seals Gbajabiamila, Seyi Tinubu’s Fate; Says They Can’t Be Gov

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James Orji
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Femi Gbajabiamila

Two years into the governorship race in Lagos state, Primate Elijah Ayodele has ruled out the chances of potential aspirants such as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila and the president’s son, Seyi Tinubu to become the governor of the Centre of Excellence.

Apart from Gbajabiamila and Seyi Tinubu, other aspirants said to be interested in the race include, Senator Gbenga Ashafa, Jide Adeniran aka Jandor, the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Governorship candidate, Senator Tokunbo Abiru, the Chairman Senate Committee on Banking, amongst others.

But Primate Ayodele has one message for the aspirants’ none of them will smell the Alausa Government House.

His prediction is contained in a statement issued by his spokesman, Osho Oluwatosin on Wednesday. He urged the politicians not to embark on fruitless exercise as their dream of ruling the state would not be realised.

He also warned the Labour Party, LP 2023 Governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivor to forget his aspirants as someone else has been chosen to lead the state.

Muri-Okunola

According to him, the supernatural has picked Muri Okunola, the current Principal Secretary to President Tinubu, as the next governor of the state, adding “Except things change, I see Hakeem Muri-Okunola taking the lead in the governorship race.”

Okunola, a former Head of Service and Secretary to the Lagos State Government, is very close to the president, and has been rumoured to be among those being groomed to succeed the incumbent, Babajide Sanwo-Olu whose two-term tenure expires in 2027.

Part of the statement, read; “The Lagos state governorship race in 2027 will be a tough one that will see some powerful people humiliated. Many of those who seem interested at the moment will be disappointed.

“I want to advise Tokunbo Abiru, Gbenga Ashafa, Seyi Tinubu, Jide Adeniran, and Gbadebo Rhodes not to bother themselves, they won’t become governor in 2027 if they attempt to contest. They shouldn’t allow people push them to show interest, it won’t work.”

“Except things change, I see Hakeem Muri-Okunola taking the lead in the governorship race. If Femi Gbajabiamila has an ambition, it’s only God that can help him, he needs to seek the face of God because they will destroy his plans. They will fight him spiritually.”

Meanwhile, Ayodele’s prediction comes on the heels of the impeachment of Mudasiru Obasa, the former Speaker of the state house of assembly, who was rumoured to be a major contender for the state governorship race.

Obasa was impeached on Monday  by members of the state Assembly who accused him of corruption and high-handedness.

Five Killed As Security Operatives Dismantle Criminal Camps In Anambra

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The Source
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Police Officer

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

The Anambra state Commissioner of Police, CP Nnaghe Obono Itam, has called for the unalloyed cooperation and collaboration with residents and relevant stakeholders to enable security agencies take back  the space so as to deny criminal elements the environment they crave .

This is even as the  Police Command, on Wednesday, January, 15, 2025, announced the killing of five suspected members of the militant arm of the proscribed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, IPOB, in Ufuma,Orumba North Local Council of the State.

A statement from its spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, SP, noted that the hoodlums and their operational camps were neutralized and dismantled in a joint security offensive launched on Tuesday January 14.

The operations which he described as highly successful were targeted at suspected gangs whose stronghold are  located  along the Umugem Road Ufuma ,in Orumba North Council.

Several other members of the criminal gangs, according to  him ,fled the scene with varying degrees of injuries .

According to him, the dismantling of criminal hideouts in the State ,is a continuous exercise aimed at restoring sanity in the state

The operational camps of the hoodlums ,he noted, were also raze, while various weapons and ammunition, including improvised explosive devices IED, two AK-47 riffles, a pump-action gun and dangerous objects were recovered.

Ikenga further emphasized the very  critical role played by the collaborative efforts of various security agencies ,and availability of credible intelligence in the success of the operations .

The State Police Commissioner, he

noted, has, therefore, called for the continued cooperation of the people in the task of rooting out criminal elements from the state.

The Source reports that Anambra State has been facing a torrid time of late, following serial incidences of arsonist attacks, kidnappings, wanton killing of innocent residents and unmitigated cases of violence.

Unfortunately, the State  authorities, and to some extent ,the security architecture appear to be overwhelmed .

Gunshots Scare Edo Governorship Tribunal Members, Lawyers

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Ayodele Oni
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Edo Governorship Tribunal

By Ayodele Oni

On a day it commenced full hearing, the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal experienced a chaotic situation on Wednesday following sounds of sporadic gun shots near the venue.

The tribunal had adjourned to Wednesday, for the commencement of hearing on the petition filed by Dr Asue Ighodalo and his Party, the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), to challenge the declaration of Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress, (APC), as the winner of the 21, September, 2024, election.

However, gunshots near the Tribunal venue in Benin City caused chaos, forcing lawyers, politicians, and reporters to scamper for safety.

The shootings occurred close to the Tribunal venue at the Edo High Court Complex along Sapele Road.

Security personnel quickly intervened, restoring order which enabled the Tribunal proceedings to continue.

Edo APC Chairman, Jarret Tenebe, condemned the violence, calling it unacceptable and urging for justice against those responsible.

“The Tribunal is a sacred space where justice should be dispensed impartially. Any act of violence within its confines undermines the very foundation of our legal system and jeopardises the safety of everyone present.”

In a statement Tenebe, blamed the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), for the shooting incident.

He said: “Any act of violence within its walls undermines the very foundation of our legal system and threatens the safety of all involved.

“Regardless of political affiliation, resorting to violence to resolve disputes is never justifiable. We must all condemn such actions in the strongest possible terms.

“Violence has no place in a civilized society, and those responsible for this heinous act must be brought to justice swiftly and without exception.”

Seven political parties, including the PDP, SDP, and ZLP, have filed petitions challenging the election outcome.

“Rivers Not 6th Igbo State”, INC Cautions Politicians To Stop Inciting Ethnic Crisis

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Akinwale Kasali
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By Akinwale Kasali

The Ijaw National Congress, INC,  Worldwide, has raised alarm over alleged plots by mischievous politicians and enemies of Rivers State to incite ethnic crisis in the State.

The Group further urged the people of the State to desist from listening to people fanning the embers of hatred and crisis, saying that statements capable of causing ethnic crisis in the state should be avoided.

The National Publicity Secretary of INC, Worldwide, Chief Ezonebi Oyakemeagbegha, made this appeal in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja.

Oyakemeagbegha said his advice follows assertions in some quarters that Rivers is the 6th Igbo state.

He said the statement was misleading as it does not reflect the true situation in Rivers.

He said the fact that an Ikwerre indigene emerged the President General of a `faction’ of Ohaneze Worldwide does not confer the status of 6th Igbo state on Rivers as claimed by one Ikwerre indigene.

“The INC ordinarily would not have responded to such reports if not for the fact that such publications can mislead the gullible reading public.

“For the education of our people and the entire reading public, the INC wishes to state, categorically, that Rivers, as currently populated cannot be referred to as an Igbo State.

“Rivers population currently has more than 50 per cent as Ijaws. There are also other ethnic nationalities like Ogoni, Ekpeye, and Eleme.

“Concede that there are people within the lkwerre ethnic nationality who trace their origin to the Igbo ethnic nationality.

“The fact still remains that they are infinitesimal as some historians within the same Ikwerre ethnic nationality are daily disputing their ties to the Igbo,” he said.

He said similarly, it would be unjust for Ijaw nation to claim ownership of States by mere fact that such States contain Ijaw population.

“For the sake of clarity, the fact that Ijaw exists in states like Ondo, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Abia does not make such States Ijaw states.

“Also that Prof. Benjamin Okaba, the President of INC is from Delta, does not automatically convert it to Ijaw state.

“Ijaws lay claim only to Bayelsa as an Ijaw State simply because it is predominately occupied by the Ijaws. The fact of geography, history and ethnic web does not lie.

“Ijaws are not ready to concede any inch of their land to anybody. For those who have little flair for history, ljaws are known never to bow to anybody,’’ Oyakemeagbegha said.

Gov Aiyedatiwa Dissolves Ondo Exco, Retains Two Commissioners

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Ayodele Oni
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Lucky Aiyedatiwa

By Ayodele Oni

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. 

This decision, however, spares two cabinet members: Dr. Kayode Ajulo, SAN, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, and Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac, the Commissioner for Finance. 

A statement by the chief press secretary to the governor, Ebenezer Adeniyan on Wednesday, stated that as a result of the dissolution, all affected cabinet members are required to hand over government properties in their care to the accounting officers of their respective ministries. 

Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed gratitude to the  members for their service and contributions to the development of Ondo State, wishing them well in their future endeavors.

This move, which is seen a part of preparations for the inauguration of Aiyedatiwa, for the commencement of his regime,  marks a significant change in the state’s administration, and it will be interesting to see how the new developments unfold.

Aiyedatiwa is expected to complete the two term tenure of late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu next month  and commences his own term as Governor of the state.

He had won November 2024 Governorship election on the ticket of the All Progressive Congress, (APC).

Is Bafawara Headed For APC After Dumping PDP?

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James Orji
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Attahiru Bafarawa

Former Governor of Sokoto State, Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, of  Sokto state has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

His exit from the party was announced in a letter he wrote to the PDP National Chairman, Umar Damagun on Monday, January 13, 2024.

The former governor did not give further details other than his need to pursue a new ‘chapter’ of his life.

Bafara who ruled the state for eight years maximum is quiting the party amidst the deep-seated crisis it has faced since the 2023 presidential election. Not a few leaders of the party has defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in the last few months.

It however remains unclear whether the former governor was heading for the APC.

He said his new goal is the pursuit of empowering the youths, thanking the PDP for giving him the opportunity to serve as a member of the party, saying exuting th party was a ‘difficult’ decision for him to make.

According to him, “This decision, though deeply personal and difficult, is borne out of my commitment to a new chapter of service that aligns with my vision of uplifting humanity through empowering the youth.

“Over the years, I have been honoured to be part of the PDP, a platform that has significantly shaped Nigeria’s political landscape and contributed immensely to nation building.

“However, I have recently dedicated myself to a new youth movement that seeks to inspire, empower, and transform the lives of our young people, who are the bedrock of our nation’s future.

“My focus will now be solely on creating avenues for youth empowerment, fostering innovation, and promoting values that build a prosperous future for all.

“I remain grateful for the opportunities I have had to contribute to the party and its ideals. I commend the leadership and members for their relentless efforts to promote democracy and good governance in Nigeria.

“As I transition into this new phase of my life, I seek your understanding and wish the PDP continued success in its endeavours. Thank you for your guidance, camaraderie, and the opportunity to serve under this noble platform.”

Close watchers of the PDP informed the magazine that some leaders of the party are trying to find their way out of the party, for opportunity elsewhere due to the protracted crisis that has rocked the party for moths.

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