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Peter Obi Halts Benue Visit After Alia Issues Security Warning

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Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has cancelled his planned visit to Benue State following a security advisory issued by the state government. The visit, which was intended for humanitarian outreach, was scheduled to take place on Monday, with stops at internally displaced persons (IDP) camps and health facilities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Obi expressed disappointment over what he described as political interference in charitable efforts, noting that his planned tour, which began in Plateau State, was purely humanitarian. He stated that the warning issued by Benue authorities highlights a growing trend of politicising goodwill initiatives in Nigeria.

In a public statement titled “Notice regarding an unscheduled visit to Benue State,” Governor Hyacinth Alia, through his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, stressed that the state government had not been informed of Obi’s arrival and could not guarantee his safety. The statement further stipulated that any visit to IDP camps must receive prior written approval from the Benue State Emergency Management Agency. Unauthorized visits, it warned, could be mistaken for political gatherings.

Reacting via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, Obi said he had made repeated efforts to reach Governor Alia and his aides to confirm his visit but received no response. He revealed that while on his way to Makurdi, a press statement was released, cautioning against his presence in the state. According to him, the itinerary mentioned in the government’s statement had only been shared with the governor’s ADC and local security agents.

Obi emphasized that his sole intention was to offer support to education and healthcare institutions, and to visit displaced citizens, stressing that the trip had no political undertone. He noted his track record of humanitarian service both within and outside Nigeria, including during the Haiti earthquake crisis.

“My plan included visiting a school under construction in Gboko, a nursing school, and an IDP camp. These actions were aimed at supporting vulnerable Nigerians, not political campaigning,” Obi clarified.

He concluded by urging Nigerians to embrace a collective mission of rebuilding the nation without politicizing humanitarian interventions.

Benue Monarchs Warn Against Land Concessions

In a separate development, traditional rulers in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State have cautioned against any attempts to negotiate land concessions with herders. At a special council meeting chaired by Chief Daniel Abomtse, the monarchs issued a communique rejecting any form of land deals or coexistence agreements with external groups, especially herders.

They called on youths to actively defend their communities and reject unauthorized land negotiations, warning that any individual found making such arrangements would be handed over to security agencies.

The meeting followed a series of violent attacks in the area, which led to the destruction of public infrastructure, including the palace and local government secretariat. The council condemned the persistent violence by suspected armed herders and urged security agencies to intensify efforts to protect the people.

The monarchs also appealed to youths to apologize for the recent attack on the Ter Tyoshin’s palace and reaffirmed their commitment to restoring peace and order in the region.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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