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Prioritizing Security: A Call to Action for Nigeria’s Economic Growth

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Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA), Mr. Tony Elumelu, has urged President Bola Tinubu to make security a top priority in order to combat food scarcity and attract investment to Nigeria. Speaking at the Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) in Abuja, Elumelu emphasized that security is crucial for protecting citizens and fostering economic development.

Elumelu stated, “To protect our people, feed them, attract investment, and foster trade, we must prioritize security.” He described the current insecurity as a national crisis that requires immediate and decisive action. According to Elumelu, ensuring that citizens can work on their farms, live peacefully, and conduct their businesses without fear is fundamental to their rights.

Highlighting the importance of the banking sector, Elumelu noted its role as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy. He pointed out that the sector has undergone significant transformation over the past few decades, becoming a success story for the nation. The banking industry not only employs millions but also provides crucial financial support to countless businesses and generates income for millions of shareholders.

In response to Elumelu’s call, President Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, emphasized the need for the business and banking community to focus on capacity building, talent development, and youth empowerment as key drivers of economic growth. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering an environment conducive to economic expansion.

The President revealed that the federal government is training three million Nigerian youths in digital technology and essential skills, with plans to deploy them to innovation firms across the nation. He stated, “We are committed to achieving a 70 percent digital literacy level by 2027 through collaboration and innovation.”

Tinubu stressed the importance of equipping the youth with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities necessary to propel the nation forward. He reiterated that focusing on capacity building and talent development is vital for the future of Nigeria’s economy.

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Drama As Bimbo Ademoye Fearlessly Confronts Area Boys In Viral Encounter.

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Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye has boldly stood her ground after a group of area boys disrupted her outdoor film shoot and demanded money from her.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

reports that a video of the incident has gone viral on , showing the moment the actress confronted the men during the shoot.

In the clip, the men are seen approaching the set and insisting on a “settlement,” a common form of extortion reportedly targeted at film crews working in public spaces across Lagos.

Ademoye, speaking in a blend of English and Nigerian Pidgin, made it clear she was not opposed to appreciating people around her set but would not accept forceful demands.

“I am a street girl, let me tell you. Ask around, when it comes to matters of the street, I like settling boys. But you don’t come to me and tell me to give you a certain amount,” she said.

When one of the men insisted he was not there to beg, she quickly countered, saying: “Yes, you came to beg. You are even being proud of it.”

Tension rose when one of the men threatened to turn off her camera, prompting Ademoye to respond sharply: “Camera that nobody in your generation has.”

Although the confrontation was tense, the situation did not escalate physically, and no weapons were seen in the video. The shoot was visibly disrupted by the presence and demands of the group.

The incident has since generated reactions online, with many social media users praising the actress for her calmness, confidence, and refusal to be intimidated during the encounter.

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Turaki-Led PDP Faction Raises Alarm, Describes Supreme Court Ruling As ‘Dangerous Bend’.

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The Taminu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticised the Supreme Court judgment that nullified the party’s national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement issued by the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, the group described the ruling as a “dangerous bend” for the party.

reports that the Supreme Court, in a split 3–2 decision delivered on Thursday, dismissed the appeal filed by the Turaki-led faction, with three justices holding that the case lacked merit.

The faction argued that the judgment has effectively left the PDP without clear leadership.

Ememobong expressed confidence that the party’s existing structures would intervene to stabilise the situation and restore leadership direction moving forward.

According to the statement, the Supreme Court panel, led by Justice Mohammed Garba, upheld the decisions of the Court of Appeal and the Federal High Court which nullified the Ibadan convention.

The majority judgment—delivered by Justices Chioma Nwosu-Iheme, Stephen Adah, and Garba—held that the appellants acted in contempt of a subsisting Federal High Court order. They ruled that parties in contempt could not be heard by the apex court, leading to the dismissal of the appeal.

However, the minority judgment delivered by Justices Haruna Tsammani and Abubakar Umar held a different view. They ruled that the dispute was an internal party matter and therefore not justiciable in court.

They further argued that the Federal High Court was not dealing with any action involving a government agency, but rather a leadership tussle within the PDP, which should not have been adjudicated by the courts.

The dissenting justices also faulted the majority for raising issues on its own without giving parties the opportunity to respond, stating that such an approach contradicts established Supreme Court practice.

They insisted that courts must not determine issues not properly argued by the parties before them.

The judgment also affirmed the Court of Appeal’s decision suspending certain party officials, including Ajibade, SAN, and Anyanwu.

Reacting to the outcome, the faction said the ruling places the PDP in a precarious position and warned that it could have wider implications for Nigeria’s multi-party democracy if not carefully managed.

However, it maintained optimism that the party’s internal organs would take steps to resolve the crisis and restore leadership stability.

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Breaking: President Tinubu Leads Crucial FEC Session At Aso Rock.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday presided over the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the State House in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

reports that the meeting had in attendance Vice President Kashim Shettima, several ministers, and other members of the Federal Executive Council.

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Meanwhile, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the Tinubu administration over what he described as rising public debt and increasing government borrowing.

In a statement released on Thursday, Obi said countries must avoid reckless borrowing without a clear and productive repayment plan.

He argued that many of the loans being taken by the current administration do not meet legal requirements or basic economic logic.

reports that Obi’s comments come in response to President Tinubu’s recent remark that debt is not a “leprosy.”

However, Obi disagreed, insisting that borrowing could become dangerous if mismanaged, describing it as something that can turn into a “leprosy” or even a “deadly cancer” when not properly directed.

He further expressed concern that Nigeria’s borrowing pattern appears to be focused more on consumption than on productive investment.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain urged the Tinubu administration to ensure that borrowed funds are effectively utilised for the benefit of Nigerians, rather than being justified without tangible impact on development.

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