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*Says FCT Minister betrays  benefactors Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Tuesday, condemned in strong terms, the scathing attacks by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, against ex-Governor of Rivers State, Dr. Peter Odili. Wike, had on Sunday, contemptuously repudiated Odili for allegedly siding with Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State.  The Minister who spoke at a Special Thanksgiving Service organised by factional Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, at the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Oro-Igwe/Eliogbolo Archdeaconry Church of the Holy Spirit, Eliozu Parish, Port Harcourt, had referred to Odili as an ‘ingrate’ and ‘rent seeker.’ However, Frank in his reaction to the verbal tirade which was  contained in a statement he released in Abuja, said that Wike has again exhibited his true character of betraying his friends and benefactors. ...

A civil society group, NWPA, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for his decision to allow the Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), Mrs. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, to complete her tenure despite alleged moves to oust her. Speaking in Abuja, NWPA spokesperson Mrs. Christine Ezekwe criticized what she termed as "relentless campaigns to prematurely remove the AGF." She described the actions as a desperate attempt by some to destabilize the office. The group noted that Madein’s refusal to proceed on terminal leave, which is optional, has been falsely portrayed in the media. Ezekwe pointed out that past public officials, including the immediate past Head of Service, Dr. Yemi-Esan, served until their official retirement dates without controversy. In the words of  Mrs Ezekwe , “when has routine posting become a crime that posting A Director to a strategic institute where public servants are trained,  molded into professional bureaucrats  became a witch hunt? W...

*Appeals to world leaders to end wars   As the world celebrates the joy and spirit of Christmas, Global Peace Foundation Nigeria (GPFN) has urged all to make delibrtate efforts in ensuring needs of the less privileged are met. This was expressed in a statement signed by the Country Director, Global Peace Foundation Nigeria, Rev. John Joseph Hayab, made available to our correspondent on Tuesday December 24, 2024. "As we celebrate Christmas, we urge everyone to remember those who are less fortunate, particularly those affected by conflict, poverty, and inequality. We appeal to you to support our peacebuilding efforts and help us spread love, kindness, and peace to those who need it most. "In a world torn apart by conflict, violence, and inequality, we are reminded of the urgent need for peace, reconciliation, and healing. This Christmas, we appeal to world leaders, governments, and individuals to work towards a world where peace, justice, and human rights are upheld...

The Pro-Impact Initiative, a civil society group, has thrown its weight behind the Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Mrs. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, amidst controversy surrounding her tenure. The group's Coordinator, Dr. Osamudiamen Isokpehi, described the attacks on AGF Madein as "malicious" and "self-serving." Dr. Isokpehi accused those fueling the controversy of being impatient in their ambition to occupy the AGF's office. The Pro-Impact Initiative praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's decision to allow AGF Madein to complete her tenure, emphasizing that it aligns with civil service protocols and national interest. The group called on detractors to desist from exploiting civil service rules to further their personal ambitions. Isokpehi debunked claims that the AGF or the HCSF acted against the Public Service Rules (PSR). He clarified that the PSR does not mandate a three-month pre-retirement leave, as suggested in the controversi...

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has raised the alarm over the real targets of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in his ongoing wave of Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) revocations in Abuja. Frank in a statement in Abuja described the alleged revocations of C of Os belonging to former President Muhammadu Buhari, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume and Speaker of the House of Representatives, among others, as a Nollywood Script designed to intimidate members of the opposition who are Wike’s real targets. He said: “We have intelligence at our disposal that the list of land allottees whose C of O have purportedly been revoked by Wike is part of his grand strategy to harass and intimidate members of opposition political parties and others that may want to contest against President Bola Tinubu in 2027. “Already Buhari has denied owning the land attache...

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Kano/Jigawa Command in a joint enforcement operation with the Wildlife Justice Commission (WJC) under the leadership of Comptroller Dauda Ibrahim Chana, made another significant breakthrough in combating wildlife trafficking on the 5th of December 2024. This was contained in a statement signed by the CPRO Kano/Jigawa Area Command, SC Saidu Nuruddeen, dated Tuesday  December 17,  2024. It said that the command, supported by FOU Zone D and the Wildlife Justice Commission (WJC) made a seizure of 2,179kg of pangolin scales, with the arrest of one suspect in Mubi, Adamawa State.  This achievement is a testament to the command's commitment to fight all forms of crime, supporting global efforts to fight wildlife crime while protecting Nigeria's wildlife and preserving the country's biodiversity. This is the third major seizure of pangolin scales by NCS and WJC in 2024.  In line with the statutory responsibilities of Nigeria Cust...