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Gov. Radda Drops Bombshell, Exposes Moles Within Government And Security Agencies Over Insecurity.

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Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has alleged that informants within government circles, security agencies, and local communities are undermining efforts to combat banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism by leaking sensitive information to criminal groups.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the governor, these internal collaborators pass security plans and operational details to bandits, making it easier for them to avoid arrest and launch attacks.

Governor Radda made the revelation during an interview with Channels Television, where he explained that the activities of these moles have significantly complicated the fight against insecurity in the state.

He cited the case of a notorious bandit known simply as Mohammed, claiming that the criminal benefits from intelligence provided by insiders within both official and community structures.

“This notorious person that is disturbing us — we know him. He is Mohammed; that is his name. Everybody knows him. His father, his mother, and his grandfather were born there. But the problem we have is the community. The communities are not giving the right information. I can say that, in a way, some of them are helping him,” Radda said.

He further disclosed that information from even high-level security meetings sometimes reaches the suspect almost immediately.

“It is not a hidden thing because he gets information. The day I called for a high-level security meeting here at the state government on how to operate and deal with the situation, five minutes after the meeting, he already knew what we had discussed.”

The governor said the bandit leader has also adopted tactics aimed at frustrating government action by allegedly inciting villages to protest against authorities to prevent security crackdowns.

He added that whenever security personnel mobilise in response to intelligence about attacks, informants within affected communities allegedly alert the criminals about troop movements and operational routes, enabling them to stage ambushes.

“So, this is the kind of situation we are in. There are moles among us, moles among the security agencies, and moles among the communities,” he said.

Governor Speaks On Negotiating With Bandits

Radda also disclosed that although he initially opposed negotiations with bandits, some communities in Katsina requested permission to engage in dialogue with them due to prolonged suffering and inadequate protection.

According to him, he allowed the communities to pursue peace talks independently after they insisted it could restore calm.

“I was the one who initially took the position against negotiating with bandits. But when the situation became unbearable, the communities approached me and said, ‘Your Excellency, we have met with these people, they are ready to lay down their arms… Please allow us to negotiate with them if it can bring peace.’”

He said some local government areas that embraced such peace arrangements have reportedly gone over a year without attacks.

“As I speak with you today, there are some local governments that entered into peace negotiations with bandits, and for over a year, there have been no attacks in those places.”

The governor stressed that while he personally would not initiate negotiations from a position of weakness, he remains open to dialogue if bandits genuinely seek peace under terms that favour the government’s authority.

He maintained that his ultimate priority remains restoring peace and security for the people of Katsina State.

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2027: Adetilewa Emerges APC Consensus Candidate For Ijebu Central House Of Reps Seat.

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Adetomiwa Adetilewa has been selected as the consensus candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the House of Representatives seat of Ijebu Central Federal Constituency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The announcement was made by the Chairman of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), Oluneye Okuboyejo, shortly after presenting Adetilewa to the party following a consensus reached at a meeting held on Wednesday.

The event was attended by key stakeholders, including the Chairman of the Ogun East/Ijebu Political Structure of the APC, Arowolo Adebola, alongside other party leaders.

Leaders of the APC in Ogun East described the decision as a reflection of confidence in Adetilewa’s leadership abilities, political experience, and commitment to grassroots development within the constituency.

In his reaction, Adetilewa expressed appreciation to the party leadership, members, and supporters for the trust placed in him. He also commended other aspirants who expressed interest in the position, describing them as important contributors to the unity and progress of the party.

He said, “This is a victory for all of us. In this consensus option by our party members, there is no victor and no vanquished — we are all winners.”

Adetilewa called on other aspirants to join hands with him in building a stronger constituency and party, assuring that he would carry all stakeholders along in his leadership journey.

He also appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his leadership and commitment to national development, as well as Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State and other APC leaders for their support.

The APC consensus candidate further pledged to remain accessible, responsive, and committed to delivering effective representation for the people of Ijebu Central Federal Constituency.

He added, “I will continue to listen to our leaders, engage our people, and work tirelessly to justify the trust placed in me. Together, we will achieve greater progress for our constituency and our party.”

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Tanko Blasts Move To Expel Peter Obi, Says He Is The Founder Of The Obidient Movement.

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The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, has refuted reports claiming that a faction of the group has dissolved the movement and expelled its leader, Peter Obi, alongside himself.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking in a telephone interview with DAILY POST, Tanko described the report as false and misleading, alleging that those behind it are associates of a former Labour Party National Chairman, Julius Abure.

He said, “It’s false. It’s Abure’s boys circulating that nonsense. How can that even happen? How can they expel the owner of the movement, Peter Obi? Isn’t that funny?”

The report follows claims by a faction led by a self-acclaimed International Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Dr. Barry Avotu Johnson, who announced the alleged decision during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday.

Johnson stated that the faction had not adopted any presidential candidate for the 2027 election and had also severed ties with the Labour Party.

He further claimed that the group had withdrawn recognition of certain individuals, including Peter Obi and Yunusa Tanko, declaring them expelled from both leadership and membership of the movement.

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“I Will Prioritise Credible Opposition If Elected President” — Peter Obi Speaks On Governance Vision.

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2027 presidential hopeful and former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, has said that if elected President of Nigeria, he would prioritise the existence of a credible opposition, describing it as a vital component of governance.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Obi, who recently moved from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), made the remark on Thursday during a visit to the University on the Niger, a faith-based institution, where he donated ₦25 million for its development.

Speaking with journalists, Obi said his frequent party changes were not motivated by convenience, but by crises and internal conflicts within political parties, which he claimed often affected him directly.

He explained that he left previous platforms, including the Labour Party, due to unresolved disputes and persistent internal challenges.

“I have never left any party for leaving’s sake. I leave when I see conflict and crisis,” he said, adding that many political parties are driven by the pursuit of power rather than democratic ideals.

According to him, opposition plays a critical role in governance and should be strengthened rather than weakened.

“If I were in government today, my biggest achievement would be to build a strong opposition, work with them, and embrace their constructive input,” Obi stated.

Responding to questions about his continuous philanthropic activities ahead of the 2027 elections, Obi said he would not divert funds into political logistics such as paying election agents.

He said Nigerians themselves must take responsibility for protecting their votes rather than relying on financial incentives.

“I’m spending money on education because I value the future of young people. I will not keep money to pay polling unit agents,” he said.

Addressing students, Obi urged them to take education seriously, stressing that it remains the foundation for success in business, politics, and life.

He advocated for a society where opportunity is not determined by connections, saying, “We want a country where the child of nobody can become somebody without knowing anybody.”

He also criticised the country’s value system, noting the disparity in earnings between political office holders and academics, describing it as unacceptable and part of what he aims to change.

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