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“Zulum Asks Nigerians To Forgive His Government’s Shortcomings”.
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has reiterated his unwavering loyalty to Vice President Kashim Shettima while calling on residents to pray for a worthy successor as the 2027 political transition approaches.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The governor made the appeal during a statewide address, where he also sought forgiveness for any shortcomings in his administration. He asked for the understanding of the people while reaffirming his commitment to protecting lives and property.
Expressing sympathy for victims of insecurity, Zulum acknowledged their resilience as the backbone of the state. He stressed that unity and collective prayers are essential in overcoming Borno’s challenges.
As political activities intensify, the governor warned against actions that could undermine the fragile peace in the state. He said, “My dear people, as the political season heats up, tensions may rise. But we must align our political interests with the realities of our security situation. Let us not allow politics to erode the hard-earned peace we have built.”
Zulum urged political aspirants and their supporters to prioritize the interests of Borno State over personal ambitions. He reiterated his loyalty to Vice President Shettima, emphasizing that it remains unquestionable. “Since assuming office in 2019, I have conducted myself with fairness, justice, and inclusivity across the political spectrum. My loyalty to His Excellency, the Vice President, is unwavering,” he said.
The governor highlighted the trust he has maintained with political stakeholders at both state and national levels, adding, “I have never betrayed the confidence of members of the national and state assemblies or other political office holders from Borno.”
Zulum also issued a stern warning to anyone aiding insurgents, declaring that those providing information, shelter, or logistical support to criminal elements will be identified, tracked, and prosecuted.
He commended President Bola Tinubu for releasing funds to support the Multi-National Joint Task Force and other military operations, describing the intervention as critical in sustaining the fight against insurgency. Zulum further thanked Vice President Shettima for representing the President during a recent sympathy visit to the state.
Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, the governor urged citizens to remain united and prayerful as the state prepares for new leadership. “As we look to the future and choose a new leader for our state, I urge all residents to pray fervently for a worthy successor. Let us remember that power belongs to Allah, and He grants it to whom He wills,” he said.
Finally, Zulum warned political actors against being used to create instability, emphasizing the importance of preserving peace in Borno State.
Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has expressed disappointment after the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed his ₦10 billion fundamental human rights suit against Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that the actor had approached the court seeking ₦10 billion in damages over the alleged publication of his personal data in INEC’s database.
In the suit, Emeka Ike accused Olayinka and INEC of causing him significant hardship and damage through the alleged disclosure. He asked the court to award him compensation and declare their actions illegal and unconstitutional.
However, delivering judgment on Wednesday, Justice Salim Ibrahim of the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed the case for lacking merit.
The judge held that the actor had failed to establish his claims against the defendants with credible evidence, ruling in favour of Olayinka and INEC.
Speaking to journalists shortly after the judgment, Emeka Ike questioned the meaning of fundamental human rights, expressing concern that people could suffer alleged violations, online bullying and public embarrassment without obtaining justice.
He said: “It’s even crazy that your right will be violated and the judge will tell you it’s not a fundamental human right. Then what is a fundamental human right? The embarrassment, the bullying online.”
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a ₦10 billion lawsuit filed by Nollywood actor Emeka Ike against Lere Olayinka, an aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that Justice Salim Ibrahim dismissed the suit on Wednesday, ruling that it was not properly filed and that the actor failed to present sufficient evidence to substantiate his claims.
Emeka Ike had instituted the case against Olayinka after the aide allegedly published details of the actor’s voter registration transfer from Imo State to Abuja on his account in May without his consent.
The actor argued that the publication violated his right to privacy and asked the court to award him ₦10 billion in damages.
He also sought an order compelling Olayinka to delete the post and issue a written apology.
However, Olayinka denied any wrongdoing, arguing that the document he shared contained only Ike’s name and passport photograph, which were already publicly available.
INEC also opposed the suit, maintaining that the information was not confidential and that the law permitted the commission to make certain voter registration details accessible to the public.
Olayinka further argued that he did not obtain the information unlawfully and was not responsible for safeguarding Ike’s personal data under the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023.
The court upheld the objections raised by Olayinka and INEC and dismissed the suit, holding that the actor had failed to prove his allegations.
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has weighed in on the ongoing debate over polygamy, insisting that marrying multiple wives is not a sin.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The actor shared his opinion in a post on his Facebook page, where he argued that several great men mentioned in the Bible had multiple wives without attracting God’s condemnation.
Edochie maintained that God had no problem with such men and, in some instances, was even willing to give them more wives.
He further claimed that some men are destined to marry more than one woman but end up having only one wife because they do not fully understand themselves or are afraid of society’s judgement.
According to the actor, such men may eventually struggle in life because they fail to embrace what he believes is their destiny.
He wrote: “Even in the Bible, many great men there had many wives and God never had issues with them. He was even willing to give them more. Today, many men are destined to have many wives but because they don’t know who they are and scared of what society will say they end up having just one and life doesn’t seem to be working for them.”
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