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Kwankwaso Accused Of Betrayal As NNPP’s Tribunal Loss Attributed To Former Presidential Candidate
Kwankwaso Accused Of Betrayal As NNPP’s Tribunal Loss Attributed To Former Presidential Candidate....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A prominent figure within the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in the South-West, Alhaji Abass Akande Onilewura, has attributed the loss of Kano governor, Yusuf Abba, in the State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal to a former presidential candidate of the NNPP, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Onilewura alleged that Kwankwaso betrayed the NNPP by aligning with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in pursuit of a ministerial position in President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
The Kano State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, as reported by Ripples Nigeria, recently invalidated Abba’s victory and declared the APC candidate, Nasir Gawuna, as the winner of the March 18 governorship poll. The tribunal’s decision also entailed the withdrawal of the Certificate of Return previously presented to Yusuf by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), citing non-compliance with the 2022 electoral act.
Onilewura, in a statement issued on Thursday, contended that the NNPP’s electoral setback in Kano substantiated the allegations of anti-party conduct against Kwankwaso. He asserted that Kwankwaso’s purported involvement in anti-party activities significantly contributed to the party’s electoral loss as determined by the Kano Tribunal.
Onilewura further claimed that Kwankwaso disregarded due process when selecting certain gubernatorial candidates for the NNPP, resulting in the nomination of candidates who were unpopular or unacceptable to the electorate.
He stated, “This loss is a significant setback for NNPP, and it can be directly attributed to Kwankwaso’s self-serving actions, where he traded the party to the highest bidder. While awaiting the Certified True Copy of the tribunal’s judgment, it’s crucial to note that this outcome could have been prevented if Kwankwaso had adhered to due process and awarded the ticket to the most qualified candidate, rather than his inlaw.”
Onilewura also suggested that Kwankwaso’s prolonged engagement with the APC created opportunities for the opposition to exploit vulnerabilities that ultimately led to the defeat of Kano’s governor.
In conclusion, Onilewura expressed satisfaction that Kwankwaso had been expelled from NNPP and urged him to distance himself from the party. He reassured NNPP members that the party’s new leadership would work diligently to restore its prominence and serve as a robust voice for justice, equity, and good governance in the country.
Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju has insisted that terrorists and their collaborators deserve the death penalty, not forgiveness.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Adeyanju made the statement while urging the Federal Government to adopt a stricter approach in tackling terrorism. On his X page, he argued that anyone involved in terrorism—or those supporting them—should face capital punishment rather than leniency.
He criticized what he described as the government’s tendency to show mercy toward terrorists, warning that such leniency could undermine national efforts to combat insecurity.
Adeyanju called on authorities to end policies that appear to pardon or reintegrate terrorists, insisting that a firm and uncompromising stance is essential to deter violent extremism and protect citizens.
“Terrorists and their sympathizers deserve death, not forgiveness. The Nigerian government must stop forgiving and romancing terrorism,” he wrote.
The comments come as Minister of Defence Christopher Musa assured Nigerians that terrorists and bandits are sustaining heavy losses in ongoing military operations. Speaking after a security briefing with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Musa said the Armed Forces had updated the President on the latest security situation and clarified what he described as “misleading interpretations” circulating in the media.
Residents of Lagos took to the streets on Friday to voice their frustration over persistent electricity outages, describing the state’s power supply as “epileptic” and unsustainable for both daily life and business operations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A video shared widely on social media showed dozens of protesters, mostly youths, marching through the Fadeyi area, holding placards and chanting for consistent electricity.
The demonstrators criticized what they called the collapse of the nation’s power sector, insisting that erratic electricity is disrupting livelihoods and making life increasingly difficult across Lagos.
Placards carried by the protesters included messages such as:
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“No More Estimated Billing”
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“No More Epileptic Power Supply”
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“No Light, No Life, No Nation”
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“You’re Destroying Businesses; Give Us Regular Light”
One protester shouted, “We are not asking for too much. Give us light!” as the march continued.
Local business owners highlighted the heavy toll of inconsistent electricity on their operations, noting that reliance on fuel-powered generators has driven up costs. A shop owner said, “We cannot continue like this. Every day we spend money on fuel because there is no electricity. Many small businesses are closing because they cannot cope.”
The protest reflects growing public dissatisfaction with power supply in Lagos, with residents calling on authorities and electricity providers to ensure a stable and reliable service.
The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the temporary seizure of a multi-billion naira hotel linked to Edward Olutoke, Managing Director of the Ikeja Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture, following allegations that the property was purchased with funds obtained through a fraudulent forex and investment scheme.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a statement by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Justice A.O. Owoeye, sitting at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, March 12, 2026, ruled that the Responsible Leaders Hotel, located at 1 Ostra Close, Jobi Fele Way, Alausa, Ikeja, be temporarily handed over to the government. The property is valued at approximately ₦1.3 billion.
The order followed an urgent application by the EFCC, presented by its lawyer, C.C. Okezie, who provided evidence suggesting the hotel was acquired through illicit means. The application was supported by an affidavit sworn by Obed Tanko, an EFCC investigator.
According to the EFCC, Olutoke allegedly convinced numerous Nigerians to invest billions of naira in a capital-guaranteed forex trading and investment scheme, promising secure funds and high returns.
“The suspect allegedly obtained billions of naira from unsuspecting investors under the guise of operating a capital-guaranteed forex trading and investment scheme,” the commission said.
Investigations revealed that neither Olutoke nor his company had the required legal permits to operate an investment business. Instead of trading the funds as promised, the EFCC claims the money was used to acquire expensive properties, including the Ikeja hotel.
During the hearing, Okezie argued that the hotel should be seized as it was reasonably suspected to have been purchased with proceeds from unlawful activities. After reviewing the evidence, Justice Owoeye agreed, ruling that the asset should be temporarily taken over while the case proceeds.
The judge also ordered the EFCC to publish the decision in a national newspaper, allowing anyone with a legal claim to the hotel to come forward and explain why the property should not ultimately be forfeited to the Federal Government of Nigeria.
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