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Tinubu’s Campaign Spokesperson Said Atiku’s Quest For Tinubu’s Academic Records Is A Hollow Victory
Tinubu’s Campaign Spokesperson Said Atiku’s Quest For Tinubu’s Academic Records Is A Hollow Victory....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Dr. Josef Onoh, the Southeast spokesperson for President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 election campaigns, has asserted that the recent American court ruling on Tinubu’s academic records from Chicago State University provides no cause for celebration for Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, and his supporters.
Onoh emphasized that the court order would not impact the outcome of the Supreme Court ruling on the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria.
The United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois had ordered Chicago State University (CSU) to release President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s academic records to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar by Monday, October 2.
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However, Onoh argued that the jubilation within the Atiku camp over the court order was unwarranted, as the documents would hold no significance.
He pointed out that the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), amended in 1974, already addresses the issues raised by Atiku concerning the alleged forgery of Tinubu’s Chicago State University diploma, which was submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
According to Onoh, FERPA grants students the right to review and correct their education records, covering both informal and formal correction procedures for inaccurate or misleading data.
Furthermore, Onoh noted that issues related to President Tinubu’s background, which were not initially part of Atiku’s petition challenging the President’s victory, cannot be introduced midway into the proceedings.
In his words, “So Atiku has nothing to celebrate about. He told the US that he wanted to authenticate these documents, whether a Chicago State University diploma in the name of Bola Ahmed Tinubu dated June 22, 1979, that was submitted to the INEC before the Nigerian presidential election in February 2023 is genuine or was forged.”
“On August 2, when Atiku filed his application in the US district court, his petition challenging the presidential election was pending before the Nigerian Presidential Election Petition Tribunal. Atiku said his application in the US court was to obtain discoveries that would support his petitions in the Nigerian court of appeal.”
“However, even if Atiku returns from his wild expedition, he will still meet the same empty dinner table and no guests to serve his oysters because they have gone out of season.”
“On the matter of the US Eastern Illinois court ordering the Chicago State University to release President Bola Tinubu’s academic records to Atiku, it was clear and specific. The court ruled in favor of Atiku but only within the confines of non-privileged documents. Some of the documents requested by Atiku are FERPA-protected.”
“Thus, there is no new development to celebrate as Chicago State University had already complied with the order before the magistrate granted Atiku’s request. CSU confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attended the university and graduated in 1979 with a bachelor’s degree. However, the university clarified that U.S. federal law prohibits it from providing further information about Tinubu’s record without consent or unless allowed by a court order. Therefore, Atiku and his associates have no reason for celebration, as the court clearly indicated that only non-privileged records may be released to him,” Onoh stated.
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that President Bola Tinubu would lose the 2027 presidential election if the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is allowed to participate fully.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that Amaechi made the claim during an appearance on Channels Television’s breakfast programme on Friday.
He criticised the Tinubu administration and the All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing them of interfering in opposition parties and attempting to weaken potential challengers ahead of the election.
Amaechi argued that regardless of whether the election is free or flawed, Tinubu would be defeated if credible opposition candidates are on the ballot.
He also dismissed interpretations of a Court of Appeal ruling suggesting the opposition was leaderless, insisting that such claims misrepresent the law.
According to him, the government is working to prevent strong opponents from emerging by using institutions, including the judiciary, to influence party structures.
Amaechi called on authorities to allow political institutions to function independently and ensure that all parties can field candidates without interference.
He maintained that Nigerians would ultimately decide at the polls, questioning the administration’s chances amid economic challenges and ongoing insecurity.
“How can he win with the current state of the economy and security situation?” he asked.
Airtel Nigeria has announced the temporary suspension of its airtime and data credit services, which previously allowed eligible prepaid customers to borrow airtime or data and repay on their next recharge.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that the telecom operator said the decision is part of ongoing operational adjustments driven by evolving regulatory requirements in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector.
In a statement on Friday, the Director of Corporate Communications and CSR, Femi Adeniran, explained that the move was necessary to ensure compliance with current industry standards.
He added that the suspension aligns with broader efforts to meet regulatory and operational guidelines governing telecom services in the country.
Despite the suspension, Airtel assured customers that normal services remain unaffected, noting that subscribers can still purchase airtime and data through regular channels.
The company further stated that the temporary pause will not impact network performance or overall service delivery nationwide.
Reacting to the development, Airtel Nigeria’s Director of Marketing, Ismail Adeshina, described the decision as necessary and responsible.
He said: “This is a necessary and responsible step as we align our operations with evolving requirements. Airtel Nigeria remains committed to the highest standards of compliance, transparency, and consumer protection, while continuing to innovate responsibly within Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.”
Airtel added that further updates on the suspended service will be communicated in due course.
The development comes amid growing regulatory scrutiny of digital lending and credit-based telecom services in Nigeria.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the ₦68.32 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that the development was announced on Friday in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
The 2026 budget provides a total expenditure of ₦68.32 trillion. Tinubu also approved the extension of the 2025 budget implementation period from March 31, 2026, to June 30, 2026.
Of the total budget, ₦4.799 trillion is allocated to statutory transfers, ₦15.8 trillion to debt servicing, ₦15.4 trillion to recurrent expenditure, and ₦32.2 trillion to capital projects under the Development Fund.
With capital spending accounting for about 50 percent, the budget reflects the administration’s focus on economic stability, security, infrastructure development, and inclusive growth.
The allocation structure is designed to balance statutory commitments, debt obligations, recurrent costs, and capital investments aimed at boosting productivity and improving living standards.
The President also signed the Appropriation (Repeal and Enactment) (Amendment) Bill, 2026, extending the implementation of the 2025 capital budget to June 30, 2026.
The extension is expected to ensure full utilisation of funds for ongoing infrastructure and development projects across the country.
It will also allow Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to complete ongoing projects, improve execution rates, and maximise public spending value.
With the 2026 Appropriation Act taking effect from April 1, the Federal Government is set to begin full implementation in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Tinubu directed MDAs to ensure transparency, discipline, and efficiency in the use of allocated resources, stressing value for money and timely project delivery.
He commended the National Assembly for its swift consideration and passage of the budget, and reiterated the importance of cooperation between the Executive and Legislature in driving national development.
The President also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fiscal reforms, stronger revenue generation, job creation, and expanded social protection programmes.
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