Human rights lawyer Frank Tietie has criticized the nomination and subsequent confirmation of Professor Abayomi Fasina, the former Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, as a non-career ambassador designate.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Prior to his confirmation, a coalition of civil society organizations protested at the National Assembly on July 7, 2026, opposing Fasina’s nomination due to pending court cases involving allegations of sexual harassment, human rights violations, and victimization.

• Despite these protests, the Nigerian Senate officially confirmed Fasina’s appointment as a non-career ambassador on Thursday.

Frank Tietie’s Position

• During an interview on ARISE Television, Tietie argued that nominating an individual with such “baggage” was a mistake, emphasizing that ambassadors represent Nigeria in the same capacity as the President.

• Tietie stated that the government should have sent the “right signals” by avoiding such controversial appointments, especially given the current state of governance.

• He argued that even in the absence of a final court judgment, the allegations themselves have “tainted” Fasina’s reputation, and the Senate should have delayed the confirmation until the legal matters were resolved.

• Tietie also suggested that the National Assembly’s decision overlooks significant social changes regarding how such allegations are now viewed by society.

Peter Obi, the 2027 presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has publicly claimed that there was an orchestrated plan to assassinate him in April 2025 during a scheduled humanitarian trip to Benue State. He detailed these allegations during a high-level roundtable discussion in Berlin, Germany.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• The Venue: Obi made the disclosure while participating in the “Nigeria in 2027 and Beyond” roundtable, an event organized by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) in Berlin.

• The Benue Incident: The former Anambra State governor explained that his planned outreach in Benue State was initially halted after the state government issued a cautionary directive advising him against making the trip.

• The Attack: Obi claimed that a shootout actually occurred when he attempted to visit the location, confirming his fears of an active plot against his life.

• Frustration Over Skepticism: Expressing deep disappointment over the state government’s handling of the situation and the public’s doubt regarding his safety, Obi challenged the skepticism. He emphatically asked, “What else do you need? Do you need somebody to die before you believe it? There was already a shootout when I tried to visit the place. Once they said, ‘Don’t come here.’ What else do you want me to tell you about the attempt on my life.”

The wife of the late Deacon John Olaleye—one of two teachers killed by terrorists during the May 15, 2026, attack on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State—has made a heartfelt plea to the Federal Government and Governor Seyi Makinde to recover her husband’s body. While authorities confirmed Olaleye’s death following a rescue operation, his remains have not yet been returned to his family.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Recovery of Remains: The widow and the deceased’s elder brother have both begged the government to locate and release John Olaleye’s remains, noting that the family would be grateful for the recovery of even skeletal remains to provide him with a dignified burial.

• Educational and Financial Support: The widow, who is now the sole provider for their three children, requested government assistance to cover the children’s education and general family support.

• Employment Request: The deceased’s brother also appealed to the government to consider providing the widow with employment, in addition to educational scholarships for the three children.

• Communication Concerns: The family explained that they were unaware of John Olaleye’s death until it was announced during a state government broadcast regarding the rescue operation.

The attack, which occurred on May 15, 2026, resulted in the abduction of 39 pupils and seven teachers. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was also killed and beheaded by the captors, who circulated a video of the act online. These appeals follow the Federal Government’s announcement that the remaining abducted individuals had been rescued through an intelligence-led security mission.