A Northern leader, Buba Galadima, has warned that Nigerians will not have a credible election in 2027. Galadima, a former political ally of former President Muhammadu Buhari, said unless something was done urgently, Nigerians should forget 2027. He said this in an interview with Vanguard, stressing that votes would not count unless Nigerians rise up and demand an amendment to the Electoral Act. There are talks about a coalition movement to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027, but the Northern politician believes something more serious needs to be done. “It is for us to come together and ensure that we get a proper Electoral Act that will ensure that everybody’s vote counts. “That’s the only thing we can do. If we can’t do that one, then let’s forget it, because if Nigerians don’t come together, some people will continue to write the results of the election. “The way we are going presently, votes are not counting in Nigeria. If we don’t amend the Electoral Act, the courts will continue to give everything to them, like they did in Edo. Somebody won an election, they gave the result to another person and the courts affirmed it,” he said. While bemoaning the level of impunity and injustice in the polity, he added: “Look at what happened in Kano. Everybody knows that it’s the responsibility of the governor to approve the appointment of an Emir. “He doesn’t appoint, he approves and gives suggestions. But somebody wants to install an Emir from Abuja, and nobody is talking. So, why should I waste my time talking? “Look at what is happening in Rivers. An unelected person will uproot an elected person. Look at what is happening in the Senate. An elected Senator will uproot an elected senator. “I say, whose fault is it now? It’s our fault. Nigerians allow them to have their way and if you are talking, and they catch you, they put you underground, like the one I tasted. “Does poverty or hunger know a Yoruba man or an Igbo man or Hausa man? We are all in it. So, we have to remove certain sentiments and work for the good of the system, not for an individual. “We have to do that, we have to come together and fight for a better society, fight for a better system, where justice would prevail, irrespective of whatever. “If it affects the Igbo man, we all should shout that it’s not good. If it affects the Hausa man, we all should come around to say this. The point is that what happened to an Igbo man can happen to a Hausa man and a Yoruba man.”

Air Peace, on Saturday announced that it has suspended all flights scheduled to Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, Enugu State. It blamed the decision on the deteriorating airport infrastructure which it said has continued to raise safety concerns. Before now, there have been rumour that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, was planning a shutdown of the airport for a repair of the runway. Speaking, Air Peace complained about the airport runway, stating that it had been causing a major disruption to its flights. Necessitating the decision to suspend further flights into the airport until further notice. “At Air Peace, we prioritise safety first over convenience. We believe that if flights are not operated into this aerodrome for the next few days, it will allow the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria the opportunity to perform the necessary repairs on the runway. “Please be informed that all flights scheduled into and out of Enugu will now be operated into and out of Asaba. “We regret any inconvenience this change may have caused,” the airline stated. Meanwhile, there are indications that other airlines would follow suit in the coming days.

Ten students who were kidnapped on their way to the Babcock University Annual GYC Africa Conference, on Wednesday, have regained freedom. They were rescued by men of the Edo State Police Command on Friday at a location bordering Edo and Delta states, have The Command Spokesperson, Moses Yamu, stated this in a statement on Friday. The statement read, “The Command wishes to update the general public of the unfortunate kidnapping of some students who were on their way to Babcock University for the Annual GYC Africa Conference on 16/04/2025 at a location bordering Edo and Ondo States. “On receipt of this information, the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, immediately deployed operatives of the Ohosu Division, IRT, tactical teams alongside vigilantes and hunters into the bushes for possible rescue of the victims and arrest of suspects. “During the operation, operatives engaged in a gun duel with these kidnappers. In the process, one of the kidnappers was neutralised, while others escaped with bullet wounds. “The operatives were cautious to avoid collateral damage as the kidnappers used the victims as a human shield. Unfortunately, an Inspector of Police sustained a gunshot injury and is currently receiving treatment. “This rescue effort eventually paid off as the 10 kidnapped students, comprising eight males and two females, were released due to intense pressure mounted on the kidnappers. “In a related development, two suspects, Binigolo Ebimene (25 years) and Mathew Denwei (27 years) were arrested following a distress call that they robbed their victim of his motorcycle and his phones at Malim Camp Gbelebu community in Ovia South West Local Government Area.” “Preliminary investigation revealed that these suspects who were arrested with a locally fabricated pistol and two headlamps as well as the motorcycle earlier robbed, have been terrorising farmers and commuters in that axis of the State. “The suspects have confessed to the crime and will be charged in court as soon as the investigation is concluded,” he added.

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has confirmed the loss of 20 lives in a renewed attack by herdsmen in the state. Alia made the confirmation in a post on his Facebook Page on Friday night. The governor, who expressed sadness over the latest killings, assured the people of the state that efforts were on to end the brutal killing of residents of the state. He said, “It is with a heavy heart that I address the people of Benue State regarding the recent coordinated attacks by suspected herdsmen on our beloved communities in Ukum and Logo Local Government Areas. “As of this moment, we have confirmed the tragic loss of twenty (20) precious lives in the Sankera axis. “Five corpses were initially recovered in Gbagir and taken to the mortuary. Two more were later found by residents searching for their loved ones. “One family, devastated by their loss, insisted on an immediate burial of their relative in Gbagir, and our security forces stood by them, ensuring their safety as they laid their relative to rest. “Simultaneously, in Logo, the police recovered twelve more bodies, bringing the total number of lives lost to twenty. These are not just numbers; these are fathers, mothers, children, brothers, and sisters whose lives were cut short by senseless violence.” “I have spoken directly with our security operatives and I want to assure you, we are not backing down. We remain committed to protecting every Benue life and will continue to work relentlessly to restore peace and order to our communities. “To our people, I appeal once again: speak up. Share information with our security agencies. Help us fish out the perpetrators of these evil acts. Our strength lies in our unity. “Benue will not bow to fear. We will rise, rebuild, and remain unshaken,” he assured. It could be recalled that suspected herdsmen have repeatedly launched a series of attacks on Benue communities for weeks now. Despite efforts of government and security agencies, the attacks have continued, forcing some natives to desert their ancestral homes and farm lands.

The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, during the 2023 presidential election, Mr Peter Obi has vowed to pursue justice for Quadri Yusuf Alabi who was detained for several months at the Kirikiri prison. NATIONAL POST recalls that Alabi was released by the court on Thursday, as confirmed by his legal representation, Barr Inibehe Effiong. Obi, thereafter, met with the teenager on Friday, during which he assured that those behind his ordeal would be held accountable. He wrote on his social media page: “Today, I had the opportunity to meet with Quadri Yusuf Alabi, the young boy whose story moved us all. After enduring unjust and illegal incarceration, he is finally free, and I am very grateful to the lawyers led by @inibeheeffiong, who fought for his release and also @DeleFarotim and Ms Hassana Nurudeen,, whose constant intervention was instrumental in securing justice for the young lad. “I listened to Quadri today, and one thing stood out clearly: his unwavering desire for education. Despite all he has been through, his only dream is to return to school and complete his education and I will make sure he gets it. “His determination is not just inspiring; it is a call to action, and I am committed to ensuring that he gets the education he desires and deserves. “In addition, we must not stop at his release. Those responsible for his illegal incarceration must be held accountable. As we strive to build a Nigeria where fairness and integrity prevail, we cannot afford to allow such acts of criminality to go unpunished. “I once again thank the lawyers and everyone who stood and remained unrelenting for justice. “Together, we will build a Nigeria where education, freedom, rule of law, equity and justice, care and protection of the less privileged in our midst will stand as the foundation of our democracy. A new Nigeria is Possible. - PO.”

Former Vice Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has advised President Bola Tinubu not to seek re-election. He was of the opinion that Tinubu and his ruling All Progressives Party would lose in 2027. Baba-Ahmed said if Tinubu is truly a smart politician, he should not seek re-election. He made the remarks when he appeared on Arise Television’s political program, ‘Prime Time,’ on Friday. The LP chieftain said, “I expect Tinubu to throw in the towel if he is that smart politician that he turns out to be.” While describing Tinubu as a smart politician, he added, “He skipped 2007 and jokingly made Atiku (presidential) candidate, made Ribadu and somebody 2011, made Buhari in 2015, Buhari won, and then skipped 2019 and they stole 2023. “If he is that smart, everything is there for him that he’s going to lose 2027.” He said further: “it has been proven that APC is a lie. “Buhari did not develop Nigeria, Buhari did not provide security, Buhari did not fight corruption. Neither will Tinubu ever do this. “I see APC losing this election. I see Nigerians somehow uniting, listening to what someone like me is saying that if you cannot practice this, democracy is not for you, and then Nigerians will decide to come out and practice democracy for the first time, and then bad leadership will begin to have no hiding place in Nigeria.”

Three suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, (IPOB), have been arrested by men of the Imo State Police Command. They were arrested during a raid on an alleged terror hideout located on Cameron Street, Ubahu, in the Okigwe Local Government Area of the state. The suspects were paraded, alongside items recovered from them at the command’s headquarters in Owerri on Friday. Spokesperson of the Imo State Police Command, Henry Okoye, announced that the raid, which took place in the early hours of Thursday, April 17, 2025, was carried out by the command’s tactical teams in collaboration with local vigilante groups, acting on credible intelligence. The operation led to a gun battle, during which two suspects reportedly fled into the surrounding bushes, while three others were captured. The arrested suspects were identified as: Onyekaba Ikenna Innocent (21), Ugwu Ikenna (31) and Ofor Kasarachi (37) The announcement of this operation and the subsequent arrests was made by the Imo State Police Command, underscoring their commitment to tackling suspected criminal elements within the state. According to Okoye, the successful raid marks a notable step in the ongoing efforts to maintain law and order and address security concerns in the Okigwe Local Government Area and the wider Imo State. Further details regarding the investigation and any recovered items are expected to be disclosed by the police command. Items recovered include: One AK-47 rifle, Two pump-action shotguns, Eighteen live cartridges, Multiple mobile devices and laptops, N10.3 million in cash. “The recovered cash, based on preliminary investigations, is believed to have been contributed by IPOB members to finance acts of terrorism,” Okoye said. He stated that the command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police CP Aboki Danjuma, remained committed to sustaining the ongoing crackdown on criminal elements threatening public safety in Imo State.

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, came under attack in Abuja on Thursday night. The attack has left three officers hospitalized for gunshot injuries they sustained. It was gathered that they came under attack from some armed men during a raid operation in Jahi area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The incident was confirmed by Femi Babafemi, Director, Media & Advocacy, NDLEA Headquarters. Babafemi disclosed that the incident occurred when a team of NDLEA operatives acting on intelligence and surveillance report raided an uncompleted building at NNPC area of Jahi where 74 bottles of codeine, 10 litres of codeine syrup, 48grams of tramadol 225mg and 4.9kilograms of skunk, a strain of cannabis, as well as five android phones were recovered. "As the NDLEA team made their way out of the location, they came under gun attack. "Three of the NDLEA personnel involved in the raid sustained gunshot injuries: one in the rib and two others on their back and leg. "The wounded officers were initially stabilized at the Police Clinic in Garki Area 1 before they were transferred to the National Hospital Abuja for further medical attention," he said. Reacting to the development, the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), expressed appreciation to the staff of the Police Clinic for their prompt support. Marwa also thanked the Chief Medical Director of the National Hospital who was personally reached by him for overseeing the treatment of the wounded officers. The NDLEA boss who is in Kano on official engagements also spoke on phone with the injured officers to wish them quick recovery. He further assured them that the Agency will deploy every means at its disposal and work in collaboration with other security agencies to fish out those responsible for the attack on them.

Suspected herdsmen have again attacked Benue community, leaving at least 10 persons dead. The incident occurred at Mbayam Council Ward of Logo LGA of Benue State on Friday. Some of the victims included: Angyoom Kwembe, Orterse Dajo, Negema Kyenge, Ahembe Shawa, Chieyol Shawa and Hangeior Ukor. It was gathered that the assailants, who operated severally hours unchallenged, also razed several houses in Tse-Ankon.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Uzo-Uwani local government area of Enugu state on Friday announced the suspension of Sen Chuka Utazi for alleged anti-party activities. Utazi, a two-time senator (2015-2023), who represented Enugu North Senatorial District under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), decamped from his party and joined APC in 2024. But in a letter of notification addressed to the State Chairman of APC, Barr Ugochukwu Agballah, and signed by the Chairman of APC Uzo-Uwani LGA, Chief Chris Ajodo; the Secretary, Hon. Pius Diara, and APC Chairman, Nkpologu Ward, Hon. Albert Aniebonam, the party stated that Utazi's suspension was sequel to and consequent upon a complaint/petition from the Senator's Nkpologu ward, alleging anti-party activities. The Ward accused Sen Utazi of having participated in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Enugu North Zonal Chapter meetings and endorsement of Barr. Peter Mba, the Governor of Enugu State, for second term in the coming 2027 election. They also accused the senator of granting interviews and engaging in open blackmail and de-marketing of APC Enugu State chapter in public, among others infractions. "These allegations were backed up by online video evidences as the case may be," the party officials stated in the notification letter, which was also copied to the leader of the party in the state, Minister of Innovation Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji (Nwakaibie). The party officials further clarified, "On receipt of the said complaint, the local government on 8/4/2025 setup a three-man disciplinary committee which notified the Senator of the petition and duly invited him to appear before the disciplinary body. "The invitation was however ignored by the Respondent. The above notwithstanding, the committee carried out a thorough investigation of the allegations and came out with a verdict of “guilt”. "The committee found the conduct of Senator Utazi highly disappointing, repugnant and unbecoming of a bona fide member of APC, and hence, recommended his indefinite suspension from the party. "Upon the receipt of the report of the Disciplinary Committee on 12/4/2025 and after careful examination of same, including the video evidence enclosed thereto, the Local Government Executive unanimously approved the recommendation of the Disciplinary committee, and hence, endorsed the indefinite suspension of former Senator Chuka Utazi from All Progressive Congress (APC) for anti-party activity in accordance with the Constitution of our great party."

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has described Mr Peter Obi as a social media candidate. Wike, who supported President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election, said Obi has no capacity to win the presidential election. Atku and Obi trailed behind Tinubu in the election. Speaking at a media parley in Abuja on Friday, he also ruled out support for Alhaji Atiku Abubakar in the 2027 election. When asked about Obi, Wike said, "He has no chance of winning the election; you people like this kind of social media candidate. "I don't do social media candidates. I sit down as a politician and analyse candidates who are likely to win an election."

Former Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has expressed displeasure over the state of emergency declared in the state by President Bola Tinubu. Wike, who addressed journalists on Friday, said he had wished for outright removal of his successor, Siminalayi Fubara. It could be recalled that as the face-off between Wike and his estranged political son worsened, Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the state and appointed a sole administrator. Both Fubara, his deputy and members of the House of Assembly were moved. But speaking during the media parley, Wike, current FCT Minister, said he wanted the outright removal of Fubara. “As a politician, I am not happy with the declaration of Emergency Rule in Rivers state. "I wanted the outright removal of the governor. But for the interest of the state, the president did the right thing to prevent anarchy in the state,” he said.

The Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Paul Enenche, has cried out over the level of blood-letting in Nigeria. He spoke amid reported endless killings in Plateau, Benue and other parts of the country. The cleric addressed his congregation during a Special Service at the Glory Dome in Abuja, wondering why leaders are keeping quiet. He said, "You have your farmland and some people come to uproot cassava to feed their animals, and you ask why? They waste your blood on your father’s land. What did we do in this country to warrant this? “Blood flowing like water in Plateau State, Benue State, and others. "What evil did we do in this country that we have not had the solution to this matter? "When will we have people there that will have heart for people? That will sit up and make legislation. That will eliminate the wastage of blood in this land. "Why is blood flowing like water? And nobody is saying anything.”

The North-Central All Progressives Congress, APC, Forum, has described the decision of the political bloc comprising members of the defunct Congress for Progressives Change, CPC, led by former Nasarawa State Governor, Tanko Al-Makura, as a clear message to failed politicians. This came after the CPC bloc rejected the coalition against President Bola Tinubu. The coalition, led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, candidate in the 2023 election and Mr Peter Obi of the Labour Party is aimed at defeating Tinubu and the APC in 2027. Reacting to the CPC’s decision, the Forum, in a statement released on Thursday by its Chairman, Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, said: "The North-Central APC Forum salutes the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) bloc led by former Nasarawa State Governor, Tanko Al-Makura, for snubbing the opposition coalition being formed against President Bola Tinubu and our great party, the All Progressives Congress, APC. "By this singular act, Tanko Al-Makura has shown that he is a committed, loyal party man who believes strongly in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu and the APC. He and his team have demonstrated loyalty to the party and to Mr. President and we wholeheartedly commend them for this exemplary conduct. "By rejecting the opposition coalition, the Al-Makura-led CPC bloc has sent a message to Nigerians ahead of the 2027 election. The message, which is loud and clear, is that Nigerians should reject any attempt to derail the reforms and good work being done by President Bola Tinubu's administration to turn the fortunes of the country around. "The failed politicians who are championing the coalition against Mr. President do not have anything better to offer Nigerians - they do not even have the interests of Nigerians at heart - they are only aggrieved because they lost the last election, and they are not part of President Bola Tinubu's government. "Just as the Tanko Al-Makura-led CPC bloc has shown that they are people of integrity and honour by rejecting the coalition, we urge Nigerians to reject the coalition and any other attempt to turn back the progress recorded so far under President Bola Tinubu's administration. "With former Nasarawa State Governor Tanko Al-Makura fully on board, the North-Central APC Forum is confident of actualising the promise to deliver six million votes for President Bola Tinubu in 2027. "The North-Central is indeed for the APC and President Bola Tinubu and this is not surprising when one considers the historical role played by the zone in the formation of the APC.” The statement added, "The North-Central brought a sitting governor in the coalition. Many of the other zones did not bring anything. "Tanko Al-Makura of Nasarawa State in the North-Central was the only sitting governor that actively participated in forming the APC. "But it is unfortunate that after he became President, Buhari did not even consider that when we asked for the position of Speaker and the position was taken to Lagos. "During Buhari's government the North-Central suffered most - we were denied infrastructure, our roads were not attended to and the high level of insecurity in the region was not addressed. "Instead the North-East and the North-West concentrated all the benefits in their zones. Federal appointments, which many Nigerians believed favoured the North, only went to the two zones. The North-Central was left out."

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a fresh warning to Bureau De Change Operators and financial institutions in the country against violating anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework. The warning was issued on Thursday in a circular signed by the CBN director of compliance department, Amonia Opusunju. It vowed to impose sanctions on BDC operators who failed to adhere to its regulatory framework. “BDC operators are reminded that they are required to fully comply with the provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022; the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022; and the Regulatory and Supervisory Guidelines for Bureau de Change Operators in Nigeria, 2024. “Any other relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines issued by the CBN and Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU). "All BDCs are advised to ensure that their operations, staff training, transaction monitoring, and customer onboarding procedures are always fully compliant with applicable requirements,” the apex bank said. It added that, “financial institutions are required to maintain a robust and dynamic sanctions compliance framework that enables them to identify and respond promptly to updates or changes across all applicable sanctions lists; prevent the use of their systems and platforms for transactions involving designated individuals or entities; conduct real-time screening of customers, transactions, and beneficial owners; and file appropriate reports with the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit and notify the CBN, where necessary.”

Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has linked the ongoing massacre in Plateau State to the 2027 presidential election. It could be recalled that bandits have killed over 100 persons in the state in two separate deadly attacks in the month of April. In a video on his social media page, Fani-Kayode said: “Here we go again, more killings in Nigeria and in particular Plateau State, all being orchestrated by the usual suspects from outside the country sending people from north Africa and the Sahel region to come and slaughter our people. “They are slaughtering both Christians and Muslims, including northerners and southerners. They are doing this now simply because they want to destabilise Nigeria and discredit the government. This was orchestrated and the same thing happened in 2014 prior to Jonathan’s defeat the next year. “They are doing this now, preparing ground for 2027. We know who they are, these are foreign elements from the west including Israel and a number of others because they don’t want a stable and peaceful Nigeria or for our people to succeed in their democracy endeavours. “These are all planned in an attempt to divide us and plunge us into a senseless civil war to be killing ourselves as brothers while the real enemy comes from outside the country who do not wish us well.” He added, “We should adopt the approach of President Donald Trump by sealing the borders and stop these people who have no business being here from coming. Let’s do what Donald Trump is doing by building prisons for them and most importantly eliminate them. "God’s will shall be done and Nigerians, both Christians and Muslims from the north and south will stand as one."

A Chief Magistrate Court has sentenced a football fan, Bashir Bala, to three months’ imprisonment for assaulting Vincent Temitope, a player of Plateau United Football Club. The convict was, however, given an option of fine. It was reported that violence erupted over the weekend at the Lafia City Stadium, shortly after a heated Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) clash between Nasarawa United and Plateau United, which ended 3-2 in favour of the home team. Bala, a resident of Lafia and suspected fan of Nasarawa United, was arraigned by the Nigeria Police on a three-count charge bordering on assault, criminal force, and public disturbance. Upon arraignment, he pleaded guilty to the charges. The court, in delivering its judgment, sentenced Bala to three months in prison, with an option to pay a fine. The incident, which sparked widespread condemnation among fans and stakeholders, saw the Plateau United player physically attacked shortly after the final whistle. Recall that Nasarawa United in an official statement issued Tuesday by the club’s Director of Media, Eche Amos, clarified that the incident, while unfortunate, was exaggerated. Amos stated that Temitope suffered only a slight bruise on the neck and was not stabbed with a knife or any dangerous weapon as claimed. He explained that eyewitness accounts confirmed that the suspect involved in the altercation, one Bashir Bala, used his sharp fingernails during a scuffle after the player allegedly attempted to hit a spectator with a plastic chair. However, contrary to earlier reports suggesting that Temitope was stabbed, the club has confirmed that he only sustained minor injuries. Temitope, who has since resumed training with his teammates, debunked the stabbing rumours, saying he is focused on helping his team in upcoming fixtures.

Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani has risen in defence of President Bola Tinubu as he faces allegations of skewing appointments in favour of the South-West. Tinubu’s administration has been under attack for giving most strategic appointments to the people from his South-West region. Senator Ali Ndume recently came hard on him, declaring that it was way too bad. But speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Sani countered the nepotism allegation against Tinubu, arguing that the Buhari administration was worse in terms of favouritism. According to him, It is clear the nation has a very short memory, and then we simply forget what happened the last time Buhari was in power. What was the profile of nepotism at that time? “The DG of SSS, Daura was from Katsina state, the DG of NIA, Rufai was from Katsina state, the MPA, my sister Hadiza, she’s from Katsina state, Director of Federal Mortgage Bank, Katsina state, SMEDAN, Katsina state, FRCN Katsina state, NIMET Katsina state, NIMASA Katsina state, Railway Corporation, Katsina state, all those things, you don’t talk of Chairman of federal civil service about 30 (of them) We don’t have time, I can state all of them. All from Katsina state. “At a certain time in this country, the Controller General of Immigration is from northern Nigeria. Customs, Hamid Ali is from northern Nigeria, Civil Defense, Audi is from northern Nigeria, Chairman of Federal Road Safety Corps is from northern Nigeria. Inspector General of Police, Alkali Baba is from northern Nigeria, the Chief of Naval staff, the Chief of Army Staff, they’re all from northern Nigeria. We have had all these things here, and you have never had any person from the southern part of the country raising issues.” He then took a swipe at Northerners criticising Tinubu, insisting that they lacked the morality to do so. “And when you keep quiet when it favored you, and now you speak out when it doesn’t favor you,” he said.

Legal luminary, Femi Falana has demanded the immediate removal of the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas. The Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, while making the demand on Thursday, accused Ibas of breaching constitutional provisions. He madereference to the official Federal Government Gazette, which outlined the terms governing the Sole Administrator’s operations. Falana said that “it is common knowledge that President Bola Tinubu has not issued any Regulation for the operation of the Sole Administrator.” “By treating the orders of President Bola Tinubu with contempt, the Sole Administrator has compounded the illegality of his appointment. "The Sole Administrator ought to be removed without any further delay,” he said in a statement.