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Tension At Abuja Bus Terminal As FCT Officials Harass TVC Journalist.
Tension broke out at the Kugbo Bus Terminal in Abuja on Wednesday after officials at the facility allegedly confronted and harassed a TVC News journalist who was reporting on damage caused by a heavy rainstorm.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A viral video shows a group of men, said to be terminal officials, attempting to forcefully take the journalist’s camera while coverage was ongoing.
The TVC News crew reportedly resisted the move, resulting in a brief standoff at the scene.
Officials Allegedly Attempt To Seize Camera
According to the station, other journalists at the terminal were also intimidated and blocked from documenting the extent of the damage.
“Tension escalated at the Kugbo Bus Terminal when officials tried to seize a TVC News camera during coverage of the destruction,” the station stated.
“They confronted our correspondent and attempted to confiscate equipment, leading to a brief confrontation. Other journalists were equally harassed and stopped from doing their job.”
The incident occurred after a powerful rainstorm on Tuesday reportedly damaged parts of the newly built terminal.
The storm, which came with strong winds, ripped off sections of the roofing and scattered debris across the Maraba–Nyanya axis in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
This led to heavy traffic congestion along the busy route, with some commuters forced to walk long distances as vehicles struggled through flooded, debris-filled roads.
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The Kugbo Bus Terminal is a multi-billion-naira transport project overseen by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.
It is part of a broader ₦51 billion project approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) in May 2024 for the construction of three major terminals in the FCT.
The terminals, located in Kugbo, Mabushi, and the Central Business District, are being handled by Planet Projects Nigeria Limited.
Although the Kugbo terminal is yet to commence full operations, the recent damage has sparked concern among residents and commuters.
Some commuters questioned the durability of the structure.
“It’s alarming that a project of this scale could suffer such damage so quickly,” one commuter said.
“Authorities need to prioritise the safety and durability of public infrastructure.”
The situation has also raised fresh concerns about press freedom and the safety of journalists covering public projects.
Media stakeholders insist that journalists should be allowed to report without intimidation.
TVC News emphasised the need for a free working environment for the press.
“Journalists must be able to perform their duties without harassment,” the station said, stressing that independent media remains key to transparency and accountability in public projects.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has argued that the North is not disadvantaged in Nigeria’s power-sharing arrangement under democratic rule.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku made the statement during an interview on Arise Television, where he spoke on zoning, fairness, and political balance in the country.
He noted that since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999, the South has held the presidency for about 18 years, while the North has governed for roughly 10 years.
According to him, this should be taken into account when discussing which region has benefited more from the country’s power rotation system. He also maintained that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains the only major political party with zoning clearly embedded in its constitution.
“The South has governed for 18 years and the North for 10. So who is really in deficit if we are being fair? Even more broadly, the only party with zoning formally entrenched is the PDP,” he said.
Atiku also recalled the constitutional conference held during the military era under General Sani Abacha, where he led a group that opposed the inclusion of rotational presidency in the constitution.
He said the proposal, championed by the late former Vice President Alex Ekwueme, was rejected at the time because his group had majority support among delegates.
According to him, Ekwueme later acknowledged that the decision may not have been ideal during his funeral years later. Atiku added that he now believes a rotational system, if adopted earlier, could have ensured a more balanced distribution of power across Nigeria’s regions.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has spoken about the source of his wealth, saying it was built long before he entered politics through years of business investments.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku made the remarks during an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday, where he explained that his fortune came from ventures across logistics, real estate, agriculture, education, and the oil and gas sector.
He said he was already a fully established businessman before joining politics and had interests spread across different parts of the economy.
According to him, his financial background has never been in doubt because of how his wealth was acquired.
Atiku also recalled his role in the early formation of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that he was among its key founders and also contributed financially to its establishment.
He further noted that during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, a panel was set up to investigate his activities. He said the panel included figures such as Nasir El-Rufai and Nuhu Ribadu, and that he allowed the process to proceed without relying on his immunity.
“I made my money through business before joining politics. I invested in oil and gas, logistics, agriculture and other sectors,” he said.
“I was already established in business before I came into politics.”
“I played a major role in setting up the PDP and contributed financially to its formation.”
“No one accused me of corruption because my sources of income were clear.”
“A panel was set up to investigate me, and I allowed it to go ahead without hiding behind immunity,” he added.
Atiku remains active in Nigerian politics and is currently seeking the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 general election.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted approval for a fresh legal move seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force to reopen investigations into the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba (Mohbad).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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