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Lawan Slams South Africa: ‘You Can’t Kill Nigerians And Still Thrive In Our Country’.

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Former Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, has recounted a tense diplomatic engagement with South African authorities over repeated attacks on Nigerians and other Africans residing in South Africa.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

News reports that Lawan made the disclosure on Tuesday during plenary, where he reflected on how Nigerian lawmakers responded at the height of xenophobic violence in South Africa.

He said the National Assembly at the time took direct diplomatic steps by engaging representatives of the South African government to address the crisis.

According to him, he personally summoned a meeting with the South African High Commissioner in Nigeria during the period of unrest, where Nigeria’s position was firmly communicated.

Lawan noted that the message made it clear that the continued killing of Nigerians was unacceptable, especially at a time when South African businesses were operating freely in Nigeria.

“Mr President, I invited the South African High Commissioner here. Those who were in attendance can recall what happened, particularly Orji Uzor Kalu, who was then the Chief Whip. I told him directly that enough is enough—you cannot be killing our people while your businesses continue to thrive here,” Lawan said.

He added that Nigeria expressed deep concern over the repeated targeting of its citizens despite strong diplomatic and trade relations between both countries.

Lawan stressed that South African authorities were expected to take stronger measures to protect foreign nationals and prevent further occurrences of violence.

He further warned that such incidents strain bilateral relations and undermine the spirit of African unity.

According to him, African countries must show greater respect for one another and ensure the safety and dignity of citizens living across borders.

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Game Changer: Why Political Insiders Believe Makinde Is the Opposition’s Best Bet Against Tinubu!

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  • The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has urged other opposition parties to rally behind Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as a consensus presidential candidate to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Speaking in Abuja through its National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, the party noted that ongoing discussions facilitated by the G-100 pressure group are advancing toward presenting a unified opposition front ahead of an upcoming meeting.

    • Yusuf stressed that opposition stakeholders should prioritize national interest and regional rotation—allowing the South to complete another four-year term—over individual ambitions.

    • He touted Makinde’s governance track record, youth appeal, and proposed blueprints for national security and economic reform as key factors giving him an edge over other aspirants.

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Keep The Peace Or Lose Your Throne: Governor Otu Sends Shockwaves Through The Traditional Council!.

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  • Speaking at the annual International Leboku Festival in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area, the governor strongly condemned the recent deadly inter-communal clashes between the Ugep and Idomi communities, labeling the violence a “show of shame.”....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Otu emphasized that traditional leaders are strictly accountable for upholding local peace and traditions, warning that the state government will withdraw certificates of recognition from royal fathers where violence erupts and will withhold recognition from communities plagued by parallel leadership factions.

    • Yakurr Council Chairman Chief Inyang Yibala Igri urged residents to choose development and historical ties over destruction, encouraging youths to focus on commercial farming.

    • Meanwhile, the Obol Lopon of Ugep, HRM Obol Ufem Ubana, pledged the traditional council’s commitment to sustaining harmony while drawing attention to local concerns, including tensions from dual coronations in Agoi-Ibami, requests for sports infrastructure upgrades, and media coverage improvements.

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Operation Sweep: Military Troops Unleash Devastating Raid On Abuja’s Criminal Underworld!.

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  • Joint forces comprising troops from the Army Headquarters Garrison and Operation SWEEP carried out a security raid on Sunday, August 23, 2026, targeting illegal shanties and suspected criminal hideouts in the Federal Capital Territory.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • The sweep, which commenced around 4:00 p.m., spanned several communities across the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), including Karshi, Jeje, Kurape, and Nyanya, with the objective of eliminating safe havens for criminals and boosting security surveillance.

    • According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the operation successfully dismantled multiple unauthorized structures in areas identified as vulnerable.

    • Following the exercise, the Mai-Anguwa of Nyanya praised the military action and committed to maintaining strong intelligence sharing and communication with security agencies to flag suspicious activities.

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