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Aso Rock Claps Back: Lamido’s Claim on Tinubu and June 12 Is False — Presidency
Contrary to recent claims by Alhaji Sule Lamido, the Presidency has stated that President Tinubu never supported the annulment of the June 12 election, which was won by Chief MKO Abiola.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Presidency Refutes Lamido’s Claims, Reaffirms Tinubu’s Role in June 12 Struggle
The Presidency has strongly dismissed recent remarks made by former Jigawa State Governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, who falsely accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of supporting the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election.
In a statement issued over the weekend, the Presidency described Lamido’s comments—made during a live television appearance—as a distortion of historical facts and a misguided attempt at historical revisionism.
Specifically, Lamido alleged that President Tinubu only gained prominence after the formation of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), and further claimed that Tinubu’s mother, Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, mobilised market women in support of the annulment. The Presidency categorically refuted these assertions, stating that they are entirely false.
“For the record, Alhaja Mogaji never mobilised market women to support the annulment. Had she done so, she would have lost her position as a respected market leader in Lagos,” the statement noted. “Although she once maintained a personal relationship with former President Ibrahim Babangida, this predated the June 12 crisis.”
The Presidency further turned the spotlight on Lamido’s own role in the events surrounding the annulment. As National Secretary of the Social Democratic Party (SDP)—the party under which MKO Abiola won the 1993 election—Lamido, alongside then-SDP Chairman Tony Anenih, was accused of failing to resist the military’s injustice. “Rather than defending the people’s mandate, they capitulated and collaborated with the defeated National Republican Convention, effectively surrendering to the military,” the statement said.
In stark contrast, President Tinubu is credited with vocally and consistently opposing the annulment. On August 19, 1993, while serving as Senator for Lagos West, Tinubu condemned the annulment on the floor of the Senate, describing it as another coup against the Nigerian people. He demanded accountability and urged Nigerians to reject injustice and the abuse of power.
Following the coup by General Sani Abacha on November 17, 1993—which dissolved democratic institutions, including the National Assembly—Tinubu and a few other Senators reconvened in Lagos, defying the junta. He was arrested, detained at Alagbon, and charged in court on fabricated allegations. Despite the crackdown, Tinubu continued to fund and support pro-democracy protests, including the blockade of Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge.
As Abacha’s betrayal of the democratic cause became evident, Tinubu aligned closely with MKO Abiola and became a founding force behind NADECO, established on May 15, 1994. The coalition demanded Abacha’s exit and the restoration of Abiola’s mandate. Tinubu supported this struggle materially and financially, even as he fled into exile to escape persecution. His home in Victoria Island was later bombed by agents of the Abacha regime.
The statement also noted that Tinubu supported other democracy advocacy groups, including Professor Wole Soyinka’s NALICON, and provided financial resources to sustain journalists, activists, and NADECO leaders both at home and abroad.
“It is therefore disappointing that Alhaji Lamido, despite acknowledging Tinubu’s role in NADECO, would attempt to rewrite history for political gain,” the Presidency said.
The statement described Lamido’s remarks as part of a broader effort by a so-called “Coalition of the Disgruntled” to undermine Tinubu’s democratic credentials, and accused him of suffering from “tall poppy syndrome”—resentment toward those who rise above others.
In conclusion, the Presidency advised Lamido to verify his claims before making public statements, emphasizing that “revisionism serves neither truth nor national interest.”
“President Tinubu was—and remains—a committed democrat whose track record stands in sharp contrast to those who capitulated in the face of military oppression,” the statement added.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has warned that several parts of the country may experience thunderstorms, strong winds, and possible disruptions to daily activities on Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a weather update shared on Sunday via its official X handle, NiMet said the day is expected to begin with hot and sunny conditions in many areas before changing later.
In the North, morning heat is expected to give way to isolated thunderstorms later in the day, with places like Taraba likely to experience brief storms and gusty winds.
For the North-Central region, the agency predicted a warm and calm start, followed by possible thunderstorms and rainfall in some states, while others may experience strong winds. Affected areas may include Niger, Kwara, Benue, Kogi, Nasarawa, and the Federal Capital Territory.
In the South, more intense storm activity is expected as the day progresses, with states such as Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Enugu, Anambra, Rivers, and Delta likely to see rain, lightning, and possible disruption to outdoor activities.
NiMet advised residents to take precautions, including securing loose items that could be affected by strong winds and avoiding unnecessary travel during heavy rain due to reduced visibility and slippery roads.
It also warned against staying in flood-prone areas during rainfall and urged people to seek safe shelter during lightning activity.
Airlines were also advised to obtain regular weather updates from NiMet offices to ensure safe flight operations.
The Federal Government has approved a 30 per cent salary increase for non-academic staff in federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, in a move aimed at addressing long-standing welfare concerns in the education sector.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The decision is intended to improve the conditions of service for administrative and technical workers in higher institutions. It comes after years of agitation by unions over pay disparities, unpaid entitlements, and following a recent 40 per cent salary adjustment granted to academic staff.
The approval was contained in a letter dated March 30, 2026, signed by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa. It stated that the increase would be implemented through a consolidated allowance structure for non-teaching staff.
Relevant education agencies were directed to begin implementation based on guidelines attached to the memo.
However, the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has rejected the development, insisting that negotiations with the government are still ongoing and no final agreement has been reached.
Following a National Executive Council meeting in Abuja, the union dismissed reports suggesting a concluded deal, saying discussions were still in progress.
SSANU also expressed concern over a circulating letter on the salary adjustment, arguing that it does not reflect the outcome of negotiations so far.
The union maintained it would not accept any arrangement that does not follow due process and agreed terms, stressing the need for fairness in the negotiation process.
It also reiterated its earlier warning, giving the Federal Government until April 30, 2026, to conclude talks or risk an indefinite strike in collaboration with NASU.
Members were advised to remain alert and await further directives from the union leadership.
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has stirred reactions after criticising Igbos who attack their fellow kinsmen for supporting President Bola Tinubu ahead of the next election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a post shared on X on Saturday, he condemned those calling out other Igbos over their political support for the president’s second-term bid.
He said it was unfair for people from the South-East to focus criticism only on their own while ignoring supporters of the same political movement in other regions.
Edochie also questioned why similar energy is not directed at supporters from other parts of the country who back Tinubu.
He further suggested that selective criticism reflects bias and misplaced anger among those targeting fellow Igbos.
He wrote: “Any Igbo man that is dragging his fellow Igbo man for supporting President TINUBU, that person is a monkey and a coward.
“Show me a video of you dragging Yorubas who are supporting TINUBU. Show me a video of you dragging Northerners who are supporting Tinubu. Show me a video of you dragging all the past leaders who couldn’t fix Nigeria… None.”
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