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BREAKING: Tinubu Flies In Controversial Delisted Presidential Jet To Borno, Bauchi, Lagos!.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday departed Abuja for Borno, Bauchi, and Lagos aboard the 20-year-old Boeing 737 Business Jet, which had been listed for sale in July but later delisted due to low buyer interest and insufficient offers.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The President left Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, around 11:45 a.m., beginning a multi-state working visit and holiday tour. Ahead of his arrival, the Borno State Police Command deployed tactical teams, surveillance units, and officers from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit to ensure security across the state.
Tinubu’s journey marks the return of the Obasanjo-era jet, tail number 5N-FGT, to active service months after the Federal Government withdrew it from sale. Acquired in 2005 during former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration, the aircraft was initially listed for sale in July 2025 as part of the Tinubu government’s cost-cutting measures. It was delisted in early December after prospective buyers reportedly submitted bids as low as $10 million, well below the government’s expectations.
Senior presidency officials had previously confirmed that the jet was removed from the international sales platform operated by a US marketing firm following months of unsuccessful attempts to sell it. The aircraft underwent partial refurbishment and major C1–C2 inspections at AMAC Aerospace in Basel, Switzerland, in July 2024. It had served multiple administrations until August 2024, when the Tinubu government received a refurbished Airbus A330-200.
According to a statement issued on Friday night by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s first stop is Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. There, he is expected to inaugurate several projects executed by the administration of Governor Babagana Zulum in collaboration with the Federal Government. The President will also attend the wedding of Sadeeq Sheriff, son of former Borno State Governor Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, and his bride, Hadiza Kam Salem.
From Borno, Tinubu will travel to Bauchi to offer condolences to the state government and the family of the late Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, the renowned Islamic cleric and Tijjaniyya Muslim Brotherhood leader who passed away on November 27 at the age of 101.
The President will then proceed to Lagos, where he is expected to spend the Christmas and New Year holidays. He is also slated to serve as Guest of Honour at the Eyo Festival on December 27 at Tafawa Balewa Square. The festival will celebrate notable figures, including Tinubu’s late mother, Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, as well as former Lagos State Governors Alhaji Lateef Jakande and Chief Michael Otedola.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State has produced a new crop of state executives after holding its congress at the FIFA Stadium Goru in Birnin Kebbi on Tuesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Delegates from all 21 local government areas participated in the exercise, which was monitored by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and ended without any reported incidents or disturbances.
Alhaji Abubakar Kana-Zuru emerged as the State Chairman, elected alongside 29 other members into the State Executive Committee.
Governor Nasir Idris, who was present at the venue, commended the peaceful conduct of the congresses from ward to state level. He called on party faithful to rally behind the newly elected leaders and sustain unity as the party prepares for future elections.
Representatives from the APC national secretariat and members of the local congress committees praised the process, describing it as transparent and well-organised.
Also in attendance was former Kebbi State Governor and current Minister for Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, who said the hitch-free exercise demonstrated strong collaboration among party stakeholders.
Party members and delegates reportedly gathered at the stadium from early hours to take part in the congress across the state.
A senior aide to the late Iranian Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has stated that Iran has no plans to engage in negotiations with the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Mohammad Mokhber disclosed this on Wednesday during an interview on State TV, emphasizing that Tehran does not trust Washington and sees no grounds for dialogue.
According to Mokhber, Iran is prepared to continue the ongoing conflict in the Middle East for as long as necessary.
“We will not enter into any negotiations with the US. The Americans cannot be trusted. We can sustain the war for as long as we choose,” he said.
He added that previous interactions with the United States have left Iran doubtful about any diplomatic efforts.
His remarks come amid heightened tensions following reports that Khamenei was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes.
Meanwhile, Iran has announced plans for a three-day state funeral in honour of the late leader. The official Islamic Republic News Agency reported that members of the public will be allowed to pay their respects at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosque in Tehran.
“Starting at 10:00 pm (1830 GMT), the faithful will be able to pay their final respects to the body of the martyred guide of the nation at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosque,” the agency quoted a statement from the Islamic Development Coordination Council as saying.
Khamenei, who was 86 at the time of his death, is expected to be laid to rest in his hometown of Mashhad in northeastern Iran.
Indomitable Lionesses head coach Mike Ndoumou has acknowledged that his team lost control of the game after Cameroon suffered a 3–1 defeat to Nigeria’s Super Falcons in Tuesday’s international friendly in Yaoundé.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to reports, Cameroon made a bright start at the Military Stadium, scoring first and hoping to build on their 1–0 victory over Nigeria in last weekend’s earlier encounter. However, the momentum soon shifted.
Christiane opened the scoring to give the Lionesses an early advantage and excite the home fans. Nigeria quickly regrouped, with Chiwendu Ihezuo equalising before Omorinsola Babajide and Michelle Alozie sealed the comeback with well-taken goals.
Reflecting on the match, Ndoumou admitted his side struggled after their promising start.
“We allowed Nigeria to dominate and push us back into our half. The goals came in quick succession,” he said after the game.
Nigeria, under head coach Justine Madugu, displayed improved intensity and sharper movement in the second half, applying sustained pressure that forced defensive lapses from the hosts.
Babajide played a key role in the turnaround, scoring once and providing an assist in an impressive performance that underscored her growing importance to the team.
“Great reaction from the team today,” the AS Roma Women forward wrote on .
The Super Falcons will now shift their attention to preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
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