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Campus Revolt Brews – Students Vow Nationwide Protest, Insist on NMDPRA Boss’ Suspension
The Sokoto State Students Forum (SSSF) has demanded the immediate removal of the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Engr. Ahmed Farouk, accusing him of a grave betrayal of public trust.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement signed by its president, Abdullahi Al‑Majeed, the group alleged that Farouk had “mocked the suffering of Nigerian students” by diverting public funds to finance his children’s luxury education abroad, even as millions of children—particularly in the North—remain out of school.
“The allegations against Engr. Farouk Ahmed are deeply troubling to every well‑meaning Nigerian, especially students who are already disillusioned by systemic corruption,” Al‑Majeed said.
The SSSF leader explained that the forum had reviewed documents provided by credible civil society organisations, including school records showing that Farouk’s children—Faisal Farouk, Ashraf Farouk, Farouk Jr., and Farhana Farouk—were enrolled in elite institutions such as Aiglon College, La Garenne International School, Institut Le Rosey, and Montreux Secondary School, where annual tuition alone exceeds $130,000, excluding other expenses.
“It is outrageous that a public servant in a country with over 10 million out‑of‑school children would lavish $5.5 million on foreign education for his children,” Al‑Majeed said.
“The facts are public. The figures are staggering. The Presidency’s silence is deafening, and the damage to public confidence is profound.”
According to Al‑Majeed, young people across the North are watching to see whether President Bola Tinubu will apply the same standard of accountability he enforced in the case of former minister Betta Edu:
“This is not just about Farouk Ahmed; it’s about the moral credibility of the government. If the President could act swiftly in Betta Edu’s case, he must do the same here. No public official is above the law,” he said.
The group insisted that Farouk’s continued stay in office was “untenable and dangerous” for the integrity of Nigeria’s public service. It also accused the NMDPRA of spending public funds on full‑page newspaper adverts designed to distract and deflect rather than provide evidence of legitimate income that could cover such extravagant expenses.
“Instead of gaslighting the public, the agency should have published verifiable proof of how the NMDPRA boss could legitimately afford such luxury. That silence speaks volumes,” Al‑Majeed added.
He further disclosed that students in Sokoto and neighbouring states were already mobilising for peaceful mass protests if the Federal Government fails to act:
“We are consulting. And if nothing is done, we will come to Abuja. Enough is enough,” he declared.
Meanwhile, in a twist to the controversy, recalls that the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) had previously apologised to Farouk Ahmed over similar allegations.
In an earlier letter, NANS accused the NMDPRA leadership of mismanaging public funds, engaging in contract and job racketeering, and abusing office. The letter claimed civil society organisations had sought NANS’s support to mobilise students for mass protests demanding Farouk’s resignation.
However, in a statement signed by NANS Public Relations Officer Adeyemi Ajasa, the association admitted those allegations were unverified and misleading:
“After further investigations and engagements with relevant stakeholders, we have discovered that the issues raised in my earlier correspondence were unfounded and do not accurately reflect the true state of affairs within the agency,” Ajasa said.
“As the voice of over 40 million Nigerian students, NANS remains committed to truth, fairness, and constructive engagement.”
Ajasa added that Farouk Ahmed was, in fact, spearheading reforms to modernize the midstream and downstream sectors of the petroleum industry—a vision, he said, that aligns with students’ aspirations for a more transparent and prosperous Nigeria.
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Betrayal Exposed? Faction Demands Police Probe Into Fraudulent Leadership Claims Sent To INEC!.
The legal firm Ogbeide Associates, representing a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has submitted a petition to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, requesting a formal investigation into PDP secretary Samuel Anyanwu and factional National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key aspects of the petition include:
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Allegations of False Representation: The petition challenges a November 3, 2025, letter sent to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) which falsely claimed that the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) had replaced acting national chairman Ambassador Umar Iliya Damagum with Mohammed.
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Contradictory NWC Records: Petitioners assert that the NWC’s November 1, 2025, emergency meeting actually resulted in the suspension of Anyanwu and three other officers due to alleged anti-party activities, and no record exists to support the claim that Damagum was suspended or Mohammed appointed.
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Legal Precedents: The lawyers referenced an October 10, 2024, Federal High Court judgment that recognizes Damagum as the acting national chairman and prohibits INEC from accepting documents without his signature. Furthermore, they noted that the Court of Appeal upheld the NWC’s suspension of Anyanwu on March 9, 2026.
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Call for Institutional Review: The petitioners have requested that the IGP investigate how INEC processed the contested November 3 letter despite being aware of the existing court orders and the NWC’s official resolutions.
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Stated Objective: Counsel for the petitioner emphasized that the action is intended to address the integrity of public institutions and prevent the use of misleading internal party documentation, noting their readiness to provide supporting court judgments and party records to the police.
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The Drama Of 2026! Turkey Goes Home Fighting While Ivory Coast And Australia Advance to Knockouts!
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Turkey vs. USA: Despite Turkey securing a dramatic 3-2 victory—their first World Cup win since 2002—they were eliminated from the tournament. The USA, despite the loss, qualified for the Round of 32 and is set to face Bosnia-Herzegovina on July 2.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Ivory Coast’s Historic Qualification: Ivory Coast advanced to the knockout stage for the first time in their history after defeating Curacao 2-0, with Nicolas Pepe scoring both goals. This result secured them second place in Group E with six points.
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Australia and Paraguay: Australia qualified for the Round of 32 as Group D runners-up following a 0-0 draw with Paraguay. Paraguay’s result keeps them in contention to progress as one of the best third-placed teams.
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Sweden and Japan: Sweden earned a 1-1 draw against Japan, with Anthony Elanga’s strike securing them a spot in the knockout stage as one of the best third-place finishers. Japan advanced as the runners-up of Group F.
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Netherlands vs. Tunisia: The Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1, confirming their position at the top of Group F. The Dutch will face Morocco in the next round, while Tunisia was eliminated after failing to earn a point in their three group matches.
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Police Declare War On ‘Keyboard Warriors’! Threaten Crackdown On Spreaders Of Fake Security News!.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a stern warning to media professionals, social media users, and the general public, advising against the dissemination of unverified information that could jeopardize national security and active operations by security agencies.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Need for Discretion: Force Public Relations Officer, Iniedu Anietie Okokon, emphasized that the sensitivity of security operations requires restraint and discretion rather than the sharing of misleading or unverified details.
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Operational Silence: Okokon stated that he prefers maintaining “operational silence” to prevent the spread of false information.
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Criticism of “Keyboard Warriors”: The spokesperson criticized “keyboard warriors” for commenting on complex security matters without understanding the realities of tactical deployments and strategic operations.
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Impact on Security: Such uninformed commentary can distort public perception and undermine efforts to combat crime.
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Media Responsibility: Okokon urged journalists and content creators to act responsibly and avoid allowing their platforms to be used to propagate subversive ideologies or dissident narratives.
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Call for Verification: Given the rapid spread of unverified information online, the police have reaffirmed their commitment to public safety and urged all Nigerians to verify facts before sharing them.
The Force further noted that many critics fail to acknowledge the daily sacrifices made by police officers in their mission to safeguard citizens’ lives and property.
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