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Ex-Campaign Spokesman Lauds President Tinubu For UAE Bilateral Agreement, Hails Minister Keyamo’s Achievement
Ex-Campaign Spokesman Lauds President Tinubu For UAE Bilateral Agreement, Hails Minister Keyamo’s Achievement....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Dr. Josef Onoh, the former campaign spokesman for President Bola Tinubu in the southeast, has described Nigeria’s recent bilateral agreement renewal with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a remarkable diplomatic achievement, which he attributes to President Tinubu’s pragmatic and diplomatic approach.
On Monday, the Nigerian President successfully brokered an international agreement with his UAE counterpart, Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, leading to the immediate lifting of the visa ban imposed on Nigerian travelers. The agreement also encompasses the prompt resumption of Etihad and Emirates flight services to and from Nigeria, along with various economic development diplomatic initiatives and proposals.
Reacting to these developments, Onoh asserted that these agreements are a testament to the promises President Tinubu made to Nigerians during his presidential campaigns, now materialized achievements that transcend ethnic boundaries and extend beyond the West African sub-region. He emphasized that the benefits of these agreements are not limited to Nigerians but also beneficial to the international community, highlighting the importance of even small diplomatic victories.
Onoh urged Nigerians not to underestimate President Tinubu’s international successes and emphasized the importance of being exemplary ambassadors by conducting themselves with utmost respect and adherence to the laws and regulations of host countries, just as they expect their own to be respected.
“This demonstrates the confidence that the UAE and the international community have in our President, and anyone who fails to appreciate and support our President is deluding themselves,” Onoh stated. “This is what we promised Nigerians in the renewed hope mandate, and it is proof that the renewed hope is not just a result of Jagaban’s magic but a collective effort to ensure that the magician continues to perform his magic by supporting his efforts.”
Onoh also noted that previous administrations were known for signing Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) without corresponding actions, whereas the UAE agreement is accompanied by proactive measures. He urged President Tinubu to prioritize strengthening Nigeria’s domestic policies to convince investors to translate their commitments into action, highlighting that domestic challenges like corruption and insecurity could undermine international successes. Genuine investors, he added, require a country with accountability and a commitment to the rule of law.
Furthermore, Onoh commended Mr. Festus Keyamo (SAN), the Minister for Aviation, for his role in delivering on the UAE agreement, hailing him as the first current Nigerian minister to accomplish such a feat. He expressed confidence that Keyamo’s colleagues in the government would exhibit similar determination to deliver on the renewed hope mandate, as Keyamo did with the support of President Tinubu.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has welcomed the intervention of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in its ongoing leadership dispute, describing the legal body’s position as a validation of its long-standing claims of judicial abuse.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement signed by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the NBA’s caution against forum shopping and abuse of court processes supports its stance that attempts to challenge its leadership in court are legally flawed.
The ADC said the NBA had clarified that courts do not have jurisdiction over internal affairs of political parties and that seeking interim or interlocutory orders in such matters contravenes the Electoral Act.
According to the party, this position aligns with its belief that the legal process is being manipulated for political purposes rather than genuine dispute resolution.
It described the situation as a coordinated attempt to weaponise the judiciary, which the NBA had reportedly condemned as abuse of court process driven by forum shopping and malicious litigation.
The ADC further linked the crisis to broader political tensions, alleging that it reflects anxiety within the ruling party amid insecurity, economic hardship, and declining public trust ahead of the 2027 elections.
The party warned that any court orders obtained contrary to due process would be legally defective and unenforceable.
While commending the NBA for urging disciplinary action against erring legal practitioners and judicial officers, the ADC called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain strictly neutral.
It stressed that INEC must not take any action that could legitimise what it described as unlawful judicial interference in party affairs.
The party added that the matter goes beyond internal politics and concerns the integrity of Nigeria’s democracy, vowing to pursue all lawful means to defend its position.
An aspirant for the 2027 Lagos governorship election under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has said the party has not adopted any consensus or anointed candidate.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Gbenga Ogunleye, Jandor aligned with the official position of the Lagos APC leadership, stressing that no aspirant has been selected ahead of the party’s primary election.
He insisted that all interested aspirants will participate in a credible and competitive primary to determine the party’s flagbearer.
However, he noted that if the party leadership eventually opts for a consensus arrangement, he would respect and fully support the decision regardless of who emerges.
According to the statement, Jandor reaffirmed his commitment to the race, saying he is actively strengthening his grassroots support base and engaging widely with party stakeholders across Lagos State.
He also cautioned against mistaking individual campaigns or group endorsements as the official position of the APC leadership.
Jandor maintained that only an official pronouncement from the party leadership would determine its final choice of candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
The Senator representing Oyo North Senatorial District and a 2027 governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Buhari Abdulfatai, has urged Nigerian women to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said Tinubu’s continuity in office was necessary to sustain ongoing reforms and promote equity, justice, and fairness across the country.
Buhari made the call while speaking with journalists at the end of a three-day women’s capacity-building programme held in Oyo North.
He commended the President for creating an enabling environment that allowed lawmakers to initiate empowerment programmes targeting women, especially in small and medium-scale enterprises within agricultural value chains.
The senator disclosed that 120 women from across Oyo State benefited from the training, with each receiving ₦100,000 to support their businesses.
He urged beneficiaries to use the funds wisely to improve their livelihoods and continue supporting the administration’s policies.
Buhari also encouraged participants to pray for the President, describing him as committed to improving the welfare of women and youths.
He explained that beneficiaries were drawn from all three senatorial districts in Oyo State, expressing confidence that Tinubu would emerge as the APC presidential candidate in 2027.
According to him, both he and the President recognise the crucial role of women in securing electoral victory for the party.
He added that more empowerment and capacity-building programmes would be rolled out in the near future to further support women and small business owners.
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