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“Resign Now! Timi Frank Fires At Gbajabiamila Over ‘Scatter ADC’ Remark”.
Political activist Timi Frank has called on the United States authorities to investigate the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, over a recent controversial remark.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He made the call in a statement on Tuesday while reacting to comments credited to Gbajabiamila, who had urged a lawmaker, Leke Abejide, to remain in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and destabilise the party.
Speaking at a birthday event for Abejide’s wife, Gbajabiamila was quoted as encouraging the lawmaker to stay in the ADC and continue his political activities within the party.
In response, Frank described the statement as troubling, warning that such remarks could have negative implications for Nigeria’s democratic system. He also called for the Chief of Staff to step down from his position.
He argued that statements of that nature raise concerns about the commitment of the current administration to democratic principles, including the independence of political institutions and the judiciary.
Frank further cautioned that any suggestion of influencing opposition parties or judicial processes could weaken public trust in governance.
He also linked the remarks to broader allegations of interference in opposition parties such as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Social Democratic Party (SDP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
According to him, comments made by a top government official could reflect the stance of the presidency and signal attempts to weaken political opposition.
Frank additionally urged U.S. authorities to look into Gbajabiamila’s activities, including his financial dealings, stressing the need for accountability and transparency.
He maintained that public officials must act with restraint and uphold the rule of law to protect democratic institutions.
Nigerian music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced his appointment as Head of Youth Mobilisation for the Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election campaign council.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that Davido disclosed this in a post shared on his handle on Tuesday.
Expressing confidence ahead of the election, the singer said he is optimistic about Governor Adeleke’s victory and looks forward to a smooth campaign process.
In his post, he wrote that he had been appointed by the Osun State governor and flag bearer of the Accord Party as Head of Youth Mobilisation for the campaign council, adding that the team is focused on securing a successful re-election bid.
Meanwhile, the Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reacted to allegations made by Governor Adeleke that officials of the party in local government councils diverted funds meant for council operations.
Naija News reports that Adeleke made the claims during a stakeholders’ meeting, where he said his administration had been forced to take over the payment of salaries for local government workers, teachers, health workers, and pensioners for over a year.
He alleged that the situation had slowed down government projects and accused APC-aligned council officials of mismanaging funds meant for local government staff.
However, the APC dismissed the allegations in a statement issued by its Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, accusing the governor of attempting to influence local government officials and using them for political purposes.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has expressed interest in partnering with the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in key areas including security, economic development, green city initiatives, and other mutual benefits.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Saudi Arabian Ambassador to Nigeria, Yousef bin Mohammed Al-Balawi, made the proposal on Tuesday during a visit to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, in Abuja.
Al-Balawi praised both Minister Wike and President Bola Tinubu’s administration for the ongoing development of what he described as a “beautiful green city,” adding that Saudi Arabia is keen to deepen cooperation and share experiences in sustainable urban development.
He also highlighted the importance of strengthening ties between the FCT and Riyadh, as well as other major cities in Saudi Arabia, to encourage knowledge exchange and closer collaboration.
In response, Wike acknowledged the strong diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, noting that the FCT is ready to take advantage of the partnership for mutual benefit.
He expressed optimism about future collaboration, stating that the FCT is open to official visits and engagements with Riyadh and other Saudi cities to explore areas of shared interest.
Wike further described Saudi Arabia as an important country in the Gulf region with a rich history and strong ties to Nigeria, adding that both sides can learn from each other in urban development and governance.
He commended the ambassador for his remarks on the transformation taking place in the FCT, attributing the progress to the political will of President Tinubu.
According to him, the current administration is committed to turning the capital city into a modern, globally competitive metropolis, even though ongoing efforts are still underway.
Former Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, has accused Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North in the National Assembly, of misleading his constituents over the proposed creation of Anioma State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that Okowa made the remarks on Tuesday while speaking at a meeting with All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in Oshimili South Local Government Area. The gathering is part of ongoing consultations linked to his 2027 Senate ambition.
Okowa said that contrary to Nwoko’s position, people of Delta North actually support the creation of Anioma State within the South-South geopolitical zone, with Asaba as its capital, rather than aligning it with the South-East.
He criticised Nwoko’s approach, describing the push as misleading and poorly thought out, while recalling the role of an Asaba indigene who fought for the city to become the capital of Delta State.
According to him, the current agitation for Anioma State has been handled in a unilateral manner, without proper consultation with the wider population.
Okowa stressed that such a major political demand should not be driven by individual interests, insisting that collective agreement is necessary.
He argued that leaders must remain connected to their people and consider majority opinion, warning against decisions taken without broad consultation.
He also noted that the process of creating new states is not currently at a critical stage in the legislative timetable, suggesting that the agitation at this time may be misplaced.
Okowa maintained that the push for Anioma State should remain a collective aspiration, adding that when the time eventually comes, it should reflect the genuine will of the people of the area.
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