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Army Chief Drops Bombshell: ‘Treat Insurgents as Enemies, Not Victims!’”
Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, has urged journalists and media professionals across the country to regard insurgents as shared enemies of the Nigerian people.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He made the call during a media chat organised by the Army Headquarters Department of Civil-Military Affairs, held on Saturday in Akure, the Ondo State capital.
Represented by the Chief of Civil-Military Affairs, Major General Gold U. Chibuisi, the Chief of Army Staff emphasised that insurgents should not be viewed as opponents of the military alone, but as enemies of the Nigerian state, and urged journalists to frame their reporting accordingly.
He noted that the work of defence and crime correspondents has a significant impact on military operations and can influence the outcome of counterinsurgency efforts, particularly in communities under threat from terrorists.
Responding to questions following two lectures delivered by retired Colonel T.O. Antigha and Dr. (Mrs.) Christiana Ade-Johnson, Head of the Mass Communication Department at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Major General Chibuisi reaffirmed the military’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity.
The event, themed “Military-Media Collaboration: Panacea for Enhanced National Security and Development,” drew over 100 journalists and media executives.
Chibuisi assured participants of the military’s readiness to deepen collaboration with the media in the fight against insurgency, adding that the armed forces are also intensifying internal surveillance to root out compromised personnel aiding terrorist groups.
He acknowledged that while some ex-insurgents have been reintegrated and closely monitored, the military remains vigilant to ensure their allegiance lies with national security.
“Any citizen, once pardoned by the appropriate authority, has the right to contribute to national security efforts. But if such a person is later found sabotaging the system, they will be dealt with accordingly,” he said.
Chibuisi further revealed that even within the regular force, some personnel have committed infractions—such as stealing ammunition from military armouries—and stressed that any act of betrayal, regardless of origin, will be punished in line with military regulations.
Former lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has weighed in on the escalating crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), joking that the party’s remaining governors may soon have to constantly reassure each other of their loyalty.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Sani shared his remark on X on Wednesday, noting that if PDP is eventually left with only two governors—Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed—they might find themselves frequently checking in with one another.
“Now that the PDP has only two governors remaining, the two will have to be calling each other every hour to be sure…with words like ‘I hope we are still together’ or ‘I hope you still dey,’” he wrote.
His comment comes amid rising tensions following a Court of Appeal ruling, which upheld earlier judgments preventing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising the results of the party’s disputed national convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, in November 2025.
The court found that the convention violated both statutory requirements and the PDP constitution, further deepening divisions within the party.
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Sylvester Ezeokenwa, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to reintroduce the indirect mode of primaries.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Ezeokenwa made the call on Tuesday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, speaking on the electoral framework as the 2027 general elections approach.
He explained that while political parties can technically conduct direct primaries, logistical challenges make indirect primaries more practical, especially for smaller parties.
“It’s not about electing a candidate indirectly at the general election. If INEC could conduct elections during the COVID-19 era, political parties can certainly hold direct primaries,” Ezeokenwa said.
However, he noted that the stance of IPAC (Inter-Party Advisory Council) highlights a critical concern: “The National Assembly’s position on primaries tends to stifle smaller political parties, which often lack the resources to organize direct primaries on a large scale.”
He added, “Consider nominating a presidential candidate and conducting primaries across over 8,800 wards nationwide. The logistical demands of direct primaries are immense. That is why IPAC is urging the National Assembly to bring back the indirect mode of primaries.”
Prominent businessman Obi Cubana has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu via the newly launched City Boy Movement, a youth-centered initiative focused on educating and empowering communities to drive national development.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking during a meeting with Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, Cubana clarified that the movement is not a political party, but a platform supporting Tinubu’s re-election bid.
“The unique aspect of this movement is that it’s composed mostly of young businessmen, not politicians. Our mission is to uplift our communities by educating and reorienting people about our collective path forward,” he said.
Cubana stressed the importance of unity and constructive engagement with the Federal Government. “We believe in the leadership of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. As young professionals and successful entrepreneurs, we are letting our people know that we are fully behind the President and his re-election. Igbo voices must be included at the center, and divisive politics should be avoided,” he added.
He highlighted the need for regional development and connection to federal initiatives, noting, “There must be balance and recognition of every region. Our communities need access to infrastructure, gas, and rail systems.”
Cubana further emphasized that meaningful progress requires collaboration with the government. “Opposition without engagement won’t leave a lasting impact. The City Boy Movement stands on Tinubu’s mandate. Our aim is the advancement of Igbo land, and it is our responsibility to educate our people. We are solidly behind Tinubu,” he concluded.
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