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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.
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Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, has dismissed recent claims by 2027 presidential hopeful Peter Obi regarding Nigeria’s power generation goals. During an Arise Television interview, Onanuga clarified that Nigeria’s core electricity crisis stems from structural deficits—such as gas supply shortages, a $4 trillion legacy debt owed to suppliers, and an aging national grid—rather than a lack of generation capacity.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Onanuga noted that the nation already possesses an installed capacity of 13,500 megawatts, exceeding Obi’s promise to add 10,000 megawatts. He argued that the former governor lacks a clear understanding of the existing infrastructure limitations. Furthermore, Onanuga highlighted that the Tinubu administration is actively tackling these issues through the Electricity Act, which decentralizes power management, and the establishment of the Grid Asset Management Company Limited (GAMCO) to improve performance. He maintained that power generation has seen marked improvement since the current administration took office in May 2023.
President Bola Tinubu’s aide, Bayo Onanuga, has challenged Peter Obi’s pledge to increase Nigeria’s electricity generation by 10,000 megawatts within four years. In a recent interview, Onanuga stated that Obi’s plan ignores the reality that Nigeria’s installed capacity is already 13,500 megawatts—a figure that remains underutilized due to structural failures.
Onanuga identified the country’s primary obstacles as an outdated national grid, chronic gas supply issues, and a massive legacy debt of over ₦4 trillion owed to gas companies. He asserted that the current administration is addressing these systemic problems through legislative reforms, specifically citing the Electricity Act, which allows states to manage their own power generation, transmission, and distribution. Onanuga concluded that electricity output has already trended upward since May 2023 and that the government’s focus remains on optimizing existing assets rather than merely chasing higher capacity targets.
Bayo Onanuga is pushing back against Peter Obi’s recent promise to boost Nigeria’s power supply by 10,000 megawatts. According to President Tinubu’s spokesperson, the real issue isn’t a lack of capacity, but a broken system.
Onanuga pointed out that Nigeria already has 13,500 megawatts of installed capacity, most of which sits idle due to three main roadblocks:
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The Grid: Outdated infrastructure that cannot handle current demands.
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Gas Supply: A crippling lack of fuel for power plants.
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Legacy Debt: A massive ₦4 trillion debt pile-up owed to gas suppliers.
Onanuga credited the Tinubu administration with tackling these hurdles head-on, specifically through the new Electricity Act that empowers states to generate and distribute their own power. He insists that the sector is already performing better than it was in May 2023 and that the focus is on fixing the structural bottlenecks, not just expanding capacity.
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On Tuesday, the Federal High Court in Abuja initiated an investigation into the unauthorized release of a video linked to the ongoing trial of six individuals accused of conspiring to topple President Bola Tinubu’s government.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Investigation into the Leaked Video
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Court Directive: Following a complaint from the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN), regarding a video statement that surfaced on the social media platform of influencer “VeryDarkMan” despite a court-imposed restriction, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ordered the Department of State Services (DSS) to conduct an inquiry.
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National Security Concerns: The DPP characterized the leak as a national security risk that prejudices the ongoing judicial proceedings, noting the video had already surpassed 6,000 views.
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Defense Stance: While defense counsel denied involvement in the leak, they held varying views on a probe; some welcomed an investigation, while others, like Sanusi Musa (SAN), cautioned against acting without formal evidence.
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Judicial Ruling: Invoking Section 232(5) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, 2015, Justice Abdulmalik mandated the DSS to identify and bring any responsible parties before the court, noting that such prosecution would be handled separately from the main coup trial.
Trial Testimony and Bail Proceedings
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Witness Testimony: A prosecution witness, an Army officer codenamed “DDD,” testified that the investigation was conducted by a multi-agency team—including the Army, DSS, DIA, and EFCC—and explicitly denied that the defendants were chained, coerced, or tortured during interrogation.
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Defense Challenges: During cross-examination, defense lawyers challenged the interrogation process, specifically noting the absence of family members or legal representation during the suspects’ questioning; however, the witness stated no such requests were made by the defendants.
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Bail Applications: The court heard bail arguments from the defense, which the DPP opposed; Justice Abdulmalik has reserved her ruling on these applications and adjourned the trial-within-trial for the first three defendants until June 25 and June 30.
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Deportation of Nigerian National: A Nigerian citizen named Ayodeji Ajayi has been deported from the United States following a series of criminal convictions, which include domestic violence.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Immigration Status: According to a statement released by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on their official account, Ajayi had been living in the US illegally for nearly two decades after failing to depart the country following the expiration of his student visa.
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Criminal History: ICE reported that after abandoning his studies, Ajayi amassed a significant criminal record that includes convictions for domestic violence, trespassing, intimidation, and obstruction. Furthermore, his record includes charges involving kidnapping, rape, and family neglect.
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Administrative Context: ICE attributed the removal of Ajayi to the immigration enforcement policies of President Donald Trump, noting the administration’s commitment to deporting criminal undocumented immigrants.
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Missing Details: While the agency confirmed the deportation, they did not specify when it occurred, nor did they provide additional details regarding the jurisdictions of the convictions or the current status of his pending criminal charges.
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Policy Enforcement: This action reflects the ongoing efforts by the Trump administration to intensify enforcement and increase the number of removals of undocumented individuals with criminal backgrounds across the United States.
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