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Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani, has welcomed the security collaboration between the United States and Nigeria, calling it a crucial measure in the country’s fight against terrorism.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, following the arrival of US troops in Nigeria, Sani said, “We cannot continue to fold our arms while terrorists slaughter and kidnap our people, and at the same time shut the door on support from other countries. The fight is ours, but assistance is welcome as long as it is a genuine partnership.”
On Monday, the Defence Headquarters confirmed that approximately 100 US military personnel and equipment had arrived in Nigeria. Maj. Gen. Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, explained that the deployment followed a security agreement between the two nations.
“The collaboration will provide access to specialised technical capabilities to strengthen Nigeria’s ability to counter terrorist threats and protect vulnerable communities nationwide,” Uba said. He stressed that the US personnel would serve in advisory and training roles only.
While the move has faced criticism over concerns about Nigeria’s sovereignty, Sani argued that the country’s security challenges take precedence.
“I have read the statements from those opposing foreign military presence and understand their concerns about sovereignty,” Sani said. “However, our sovereignty has already been violated by the presence of foreign terrorists on our soil. International military cooperation is standard practice globally. Even superpowers work with other nations to achieve their objectives.”
The US deployment follows President Donald Trump’s redesignation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern, citing alleged killings of Christians—a claim denied by Nigerian authorities. In December, the United States also conducted joint strikes in Nigeria targeting terrorist elements, described by both governments as coordinated operations.
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Massive Dawn Mobilization: Ado-Ekiti Residents Storm Polling Units In Defiant Show Of Civic Might!.
Residents in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, showed great enthusiasm for the governorship election on Saturday, gathering early at various polling stations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
At Saint Michael Primary School in Ijigbo—specifically Ward 4, Units 1 and 2—voters, including the elderly, were present before the polls were set to open at 8:30 a.m. Although a technical issue with the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System delayed the start until 8:49 a.m., Presiding Officer Mutiat Aliyu confirmed that the equipment was successfully restored and operating normally.
The election features a diverse list of candidates from various political parties, including:
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All Progressives Congress (APC): Governor Biodun Oyebanji
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Peoples Democratic Party (PDP): Oluwole Oluyede
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African Democratic Congress (ADC): Oluwadare Bejide
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Accord Party (A): Opeyemi Falegan
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Labour Party (LP): Oyebanji Olajuyin
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New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP): Blessing Abegunde
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Action Peoples Party (APP): Bidemi Awogbemi
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Action Democratic Party (ADP): Ayodeji Ojo
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African Action Congress (AAC): Samuel Akande
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Peoples Redemption Party (PRP): Olaniyi Ayodele
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Zenith Labour Party (ZLP): Victor Adetunji
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Action Alliance (AA): Olu Omotoso
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Allied Peoples Movement (APM): Joseph Anifowose
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Young Progressive Party (YPP): Ayodele Osinkolu
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“Massive Surge! Voters Flood Governor Oyebanji’s Polling Unit In Show Of Unprecedented Support”.
Early on Saturday morning, voters in Ikogosi, Ekiti West, gathered at Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s polling unit as the state governorship election got underway. At Ward 6, Polling Unit 003, situated by the Oyebanji family home in Okelele, residents were observed verifying their registration details in anticipation of casting their votes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials reached the site, provided instructions on the voting process, and officially began accreditation and voting at approximately 8:30 a.m., confirming that sufficient materials were in place for a smooth process.
One resident, Aduke, expressed her readiness to participate after confirming her registration, encouraging others to do the same. Similarly, in Ado-Ekiti’s Oke Oriomi area, residents began arriving by 7 a.m. to check the voter register. Reports indicate that voters across various locations traveled significant distances to take part, while security personnel were promptly stationed at centers to ensure order and a peaceful election.
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“Political Treachery Or Necessary Reform? Sam Amadi Tears Apart NDC’s Controversial Anti-Defection Stance”.
Sam Amadi, the Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, has labeled the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) anti-defection policy as “dubious”. This policy involves a newly introduced loyalty affidavit, which the party implemented to prevent elected officials from leaving after securing office on the NDC platform. According to National Chairman Moses Cleopas, the move was intended to preserve institutional integrity in response to the frequent trend of politicians deserting their sponsoring parties.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’ programme, Amadi critiqued the policy, offering several points of view:
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Signals Internal Distrust: Amadi argued that the policy reflects a lack of confidence in the party’s own candidates, suggesting a sense of weakness rather than strength.
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Misplaced Priorities: He contended that the party should be focusing its efforts on winning the presidency rather than enforcing loyalty through affidavits.
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Addressing Political Reality: He noted that history shows politicians tend to gravitate toward the winning party after an election, and if the NDC wins, its representatives will naturally stay.
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False Innovation: While the policy might be presented as an innovative step, Amadi believes it is essentially a manifestation of organizational incoherence and distrust.
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