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“Begging To Do What?” – Wike Blasts Abuja Pastor For Kneeling Over Jabi Lake Land Dispute.
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reacted to an appeal by Senior Pastor of Family Worship Centre, Abuja, Sarah Omakwu, urging him not to hand over the Jabi Lake recreation area for private development.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
recalls that Omakwu made the plea in a video posted on her Instagram page on Sunday, where she was seen kneeling on the pulpit while passionately addressing the minister. In her appeal, the cleric said she was not in a position to confront the FCT minister but chose instead to plead with him as a mother concerned about the country. She said, “I cannot fight the minister of the FCT. I cannot. But I go on my knees as a mother in this land that Jabi Lake Recreation Centre should not be given to anybody.” Responding during his monthly press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, Wike stated that emotional appeals would not influence his decisions in office. According to him, leadership requires tough decisions, and while not everyone may agree with government actions, what matters is the overall public interest. “I’m human in this government and you don’t expect everybody to be happy, if majority are happy, then I’m happy. Some people don’t understand what’s going on, you should ask questions,” Wike said. Addressing the pastor’s kneeling appeal directly, the minister questioned the basis of the emotional plea, insisting that ownership of Jabi Lake does not belong to any individual. “You talk about the woman kneeling down and begging, I’m not carried away by such emotions, begging to do what? Who owns Jabi Lake? “How does it becomes your own? First of all, I came on board that place was given to a company that said they want to turn it to an entertainment place but they have turned it into shanties.” Wike further explained that his concerns were driven by the current state of the area, which he said had deteriorated and could pose security risks. “One of these days I went there and said this can’t be, there is a hotel and who would come to stay in that hotel when there are shanties all over. You don’t know if there are criminals,” he added.
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Breaking the Chains: Governor Fubara Fires Back, Demands Rivers Be Freed From Politics And His ‘Oga’!.
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Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged the public to stop linking his administration’s actions and policies strictly to politics or his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, whom he described as his “oga.”....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Speaking during the inauguration of the Omademe road in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Governor Fubara revealed that his government uncovered ghost workers by thoroughly reviewing six-month bank statements to verify genuine salary recipients.
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Highlighting the challenge of a bloated payroll, particularly referencing past issues in Emohua Local Government Area, the governor explained that a verification team was commissioned to handle the matter objectively and patiently.
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While clarifying that he is not opposed to job creation, Fubara emphasized that employment must follow proper procedures and channels to ensure rightful candidates fill vacancies.
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Concluding his remarks, the governor called for objectivity, stating that matters concerning Rivers State should not always be viewed through a political lens, and reaffirmed his backing of the payroll recommendations.
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The Ultimate Political Twist: Olubadan Drops Bombshell, Declares Tinubu ‘Not An APC Man’ And Deserves To Rule for A Long Time!.
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The Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rasheed Ladoja, has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s leadership should be judged beyond party lines, describing him as a leader for all citizens who has earned a prolonged tenure through his administration’s achievements.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Speaking on Monday during the groundbreaking ceremony for the dualisation of the Ibadan-Ijebu Road in Ogun State, the monarch clarified that the gathering was a platform to express gratitude to the President for endorsing the critical infrastructure project rather than a partisan rally.
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Highlighting the security challenges associated with the route, Ladoja noted that the highway had previously been a hotspot for kidnappings, making its reconstruction vital for regional safety and economic connectivity.
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Elaborating on his stance, the monarch remarked, “I’ve been hearing everybody talking APC, APC. Bola Tinubu is not an APC man, no. Bola Tinubu is working and deserves to be president for a long, long time… He’s not an APC president. He’s president of Nigeria.”
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While maintaining that the event was non-partisan, Ladoja acknowledged that the President’s tangible delivery of projects could bolster the ruling party’s appeal, noting that opposition groups would need to present a genuinely viable alternative to win over voters.
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The Olubadan concluded by expressing confidence that the electorate in Ibadan land will ultimately exercise their democratic choice based on performance when the time for elections arrives.
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Not On Our Watch: Aiyedatiwa Defends Mega Flyover Project And Slams Claims Of Waste Under Tinubu’s Watch!.
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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has clarified that President Bola Tinubu did not issue a blanket ban on state governors building flyovers, stressing that his administration’s new 2.38-kilometre flyover project at Oba Adesida Road in Akure is both necessary and urgent.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Speaking at the project’s flag-off ceremony on Monday, Governor Aiyedatiwa warned against quoting the President out of context, noting that President Tinubu’s previous caution—made during a meeting with the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rasheed Ladoja—only targeted flyovers built in low-traffic areas with no clear economic value.
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Aiyedatiwa credited the President’s economic reforms for increasing financial allocations to the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, enabling infrastructure funding.
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Explaining the rationale behind the project, the governor highlighted that the Oba Adesida axis serves as a critical commercial, administrative, and social artery in Akure, but has suffered from severe traffic congestion, rising vehicular movement, and accident risks due to rapid growth.
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Describing the initiative as a core part of his urban renewal and infrastructure strategy, Aiyedatiwa stated that a careful evaluation was conducted before launching the project to protect citizen safety and boost economic productivity.
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Finally, the governor directed the project contractors to strictly respect the approved timelines, design specifications, budget, and professional standards to deliver long-lasting value to the people of Ondo State.
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