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No More Land Theft! Tinubu Declares War on Grabbing Syndicates in Benue”
President Bola Tinubu has vowed that the Federal Government will take decisive action against land-grabbing if it is confirmed to be a root cause of the repeated attacks in Benue State, including the recent massacre in Yelwata.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
During a town hall meeting with stakeholders in Makurdi on Wednesday, Tinubu stressed the urgent need to end the bloodshed that has devastated communities and claimed hundreds of lives.
“We weren’t elected to bury our people or create orphans. We will partner with you to achieve lasting peace,” the President said.
Recognizing the tension surrounding land disputes, Tinubu emphasized a unified approach to resolving the issue: “If land grabbing is the issue, we must address it. We have enough land to raise families and foster prosperity.”
He quoted the national anthem to promote unity: “Though tribe and tongue may differ, in brotherhood we stand. Let this guide our actions.”
To seek lasting peace, Tinubu directed the creation of a Benue Elders’ Peace Committee comprising former governors, traditional leaders like the Tor Tiv and Och’Idoma, and non-indigenes. The committee will meet in Abuja, with the President pledging federal support and funding.
He also ordered the Inspector General of Police and the Chief of Defence Staff to arrest those responsible for the Yelwata killings, where over 200 people were murdered by suspected armed herders.
“We will not allow such atrocities to go unpunished,” Tinubu stated.
Although he had planned to visit Yelwata, the trip was canceled due to poor road conditions and heavy rain. “I’ve seen the destruction. We will rebuild the community,” he assured.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to tackling land-grabbing, especially where it is fueling violent attacks such as the recent Yelwata massacre in Benue State.
Addressing stakeholders during a town hall meeting in Makurdi on Wednesday, Tinubu lamented the tragic loss of lives and displacement of communities caused by persistent violence.
“We were not elected to attend funerals or raise orphanages. Our mandate is peace and development, and we will work with you to achieve it,” he said.
Citing the recurring tensions over land ownership, the President emphasized the need for a collective and compassionate response: “If these conflicts are rooted in land-grabbing, then we must confront them. Nigeria has enough land to feed our people and build a future of peace and prosperity.”
Invoking the national anthem, he urged unity: “Though tribe and tongue may differ, in brotherhood we stand. Let these words shape our actions.”
To find a sustainable solution, Tinubu ordered the immediate establishment of a Benue Elders’ Peace Committee composed of former governors, traditional rulers such as the Tor Tiv and Och’Idoma, and non-indigene stakeholders. The committee will convene in Abuja with full presidential backing.
The President also issued a stern directive to the Inspector General of Police and the Chief of Defence Staff to arrest those behind the brutal killing of over 200 residents in Yelwata.
“We cannot tolerate such barbarity. Justice must be served,” he declared.
While Tinubu had initially intended to visit the affected community, the journey was canceled due to heavy rains and deteriorated roads. Nonetheless, he assured residents of immediate government intervention.
“I have seen the devastation. We will act swiftly to restore and rebuild,” he concluded.
According to Nivo News, six governors who recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) attended their first caucus meeting of the ruling party on Thursday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. The meeting, which drew senior APC leaders from across the country, comes amid significant political realignments following a wave of defections from the opposition party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The governors in attendance were Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, Peter Mbah of Enugu State, Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, Pastor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State, and Agbu Kefas of Taraba State. Thursday’s gathering marked their official debut in an APC caucus since leaving the PDP.
Also present were prominent former PDP leaders who have joined the APC, including former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, former Senate Presidents Anyim Pius Anyim and Ken Nnamani. Key federal government officials from the APC-led administration attended, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau, and Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu. Serving and former APC governors, as well as members of the party’s National Working Committee, also participated.
Officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) observed the proceedings to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for political party activities. President Bola Tinubu arrived at the venue at 7:38 p.m., officially inaugurating the caucus meeting, which is expected to influence key party decisions ahead of upcoming political contests.
According to Nivo News, former Minister of Labour Chris Ngige attended the All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus meeting on Thursday, just hours after being granted bail by the Federal High Court in Gwaripa, Abuja. Ngige, who previously served as Governor of Anambra State, was captured in videos arriving at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, which have since gone viral online.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Justice Maryam Hassan granted Ngige bail, adopting the administrative bail terms previously approved by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The court ordered that Ngige produce one surety who is a federal government director with property in the Federal Capital Territory. He was also required to submit his travel documents to the court, with the judge noting that bail conditions should not be unreasonably stringent. The trial has been adjourned to January 28 and 29, 2026.
Ngige was arraigned last Friday on an eight-count charge involving alleged ₦2.2 billion contract fraud and abuse of office linked to the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF). He pleaded not guilty and was remanded in Kuje Correctional Centre, pending bail determination. The charges allege that Ngige accepted kickbacks from companies awarded NSITF contracts and used his office to favor associates in contract allocations. These offences are punishable under the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, 2000.
The EFCC, represented by Sylvanus Tahir, SAN, opposed Ngige’s bail application, urging the court to reject it.
According to Nivo News, Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made on Thursday evening by APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, during the party’s 14th National Caucus meeting at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Yilwatda stated that Mutfwang’s defection marks a significant milestone, placing the entire North Central geopolitical zone under APC leadership. The caucus meeting was attended by President Bola Tinubu, who arrived at approximately 7:41 p.m. alongside Vice President Kashim Shettima, Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum Senator Hope Uzodinma.
The gathering also included top government officials and party leaders, such as Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Abbas Tajudeen, APC governors, members of the party’s National Working Committee, and principal officers of the National Assembly.
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo was present, alongside several governors who recently defected from the PDP to the APC. Among them were Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and Taraba State Governor Kefas Agbu. Former Minister of Labour Chris Ngige also attended the caucus meeting.
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