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BlessedGift:
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed deep concern over what it describes as President Bola Tinubu’s detachment from the harsh realities of Nigeria’s security situation, accusing state governors of feeding him false narratives.

The party, which serves as the platform for the opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections, stated that insecurity remains widespread across the country despite claims by the current administration that the situation has improved.

Speaking on a national current affairs programme, ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi urged the President to leave the comfort of Aso Villa and engage directly with ordinary Nigerians to understand the true depth of insecurity plaguing the nation.

“I actually think President Tinubu needs to leave the Villa, go on the streets, and talk to people,” Abdullahi said. “He should stop listening to narratives suggesting that insecurity has been degraded, and stop relying on state governors who are more interested in currying favour than telling him the truth.”

Abdullahi’s comments were in response to presidential spokesman Daniel Bwala, who earlier claimed that security has significantly improved under President Tinubu’s leadership. Bwala cited reduced violence in Benue and Plateau states and a decline in IPOB-related incidents as indicators of progress.

“Insecurity has been degraded to a large extent,” Bwala said. “What we are seeing in Nigeria now are criminal activities that occur everywhere in the world and are not necessarily tied to governance.”

But the ADC disagrees. “I feel sorry for President Tinubu,” Abdullahi countered. “If this is the kind of narrative he hears all the time, then it’s clear he is living in a bubble.”

The party decried the ongoing violence and criminality in several regions, insisting that many parts of the country remain under siege and urging the government to take more decisive, people-focused action.

https://voicenews.com.ng/adc-to-tinubu-step-out-of-the-villa-and-face-reality-on-insecurity/

BlessedGift:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10vnSOfiTlg

For the past 20 years, I've never trusted any government in power, and I'm not going to start that now... Globally, leadership has fallen to an all-time low. We must ensure that we get it right in 2027.

Charles Oputa 'Charly Boy/Area Fada' answers what kind of president Nigeria needs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6gstjP9V6I

Former political adviser to President Bola Tinubu, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has  said President Tinubu should have personally debunked the rumour suggesting plans to drop Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 election, if it was truly a 'non-issue'.

Voicenews reports that rumours have circulated about an alleged plot to drop Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Tinubu’s running mate in 2027 although election is still two years away.

Recall that at the height of the speculation, presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga had dismissed the claim as a ‘non-issue,’ stating that President Tinubu would choose his running mate only after accepting the All Progressives Congress (APC) nomination.

BlessedGift:
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late elder statesman and renowned businessman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, describing him as a man who was generous and committed to the great value of Nigeria.

During the visit in Kano, Tinubu said his presence was not just official, but a deeply personal gesture of respect and sorrow for the loss of a man who meant so much to his family and the nation at large.

“Our sisters and brothers, this is a personal commitment for me, that I should be here to condole with you as the Dantata family members and the entire state of Kano. All our honourable members, I want to thank you for showing up gracefully and honourably. I know what you did for him,” he said.

Paying tribute to the late patriarch, President Tinubu said Dantata’s life was marked by generosity, spiritual depth, and a rare devotion to humanitarian causes.

BlessedGift:
The office of Vice President Kashim Shettima confirmed Mr Daura’s ill health in a statement while providing information on the vice president’s trip to London.

Mr Shettima, at President Bola Tinubu’s request, led a Nigerian delegation to London to bring back Mr Buhari’s body.

“On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, upon arrival in London, met with and condoled with the family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari in London.

“The Vice President also visited the late President’s nephew, Malam Mamman Daura, who is recuperating in a London hospital,” the VP’s office noted.

“The condolence visits were conducted while the vice president awaits the conclusion of procedures and documentation for the repatriation of former President Buhari’s body to Nigeria.

“Vice President Shettima is accompanied by Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Zulum; Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar; and Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia.”

fergie001:
Photos and videos of the 2023 Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi sharing food at an event in Umuchima, Ideato South LGA (Imo West Senatorial Zone) yesterday was the trending topic.

The event was organised in honour of Rev. Fr. Prof Maurice Emelu who is the Founder, Gratia Vobis Ministries INC USA and it was also his 50th birthday and 20th Anniversary.

The mission of hope is partly inspired by the Pope's call for this year (2025) as the Jubilee of Hope. It is a season where roles are reversed, that is the duty of the highs serving the lows.

A conventional act in catholicism and catholic doctrines. It is a divine ritual for those who have trade in the business of hope, humanity & balance.

Imo West Senator, Osita Izunaso was also seen serving food at the same event.

BlessedGift:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv4-RT9gMSU

A heartwarming video featuring beloved Nigerian actor Nkem Owoh (Osuofia) and celebrated author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie captivating audiences.

The clip, showing the two icons appreciating each other, has resonated deeply with Nigerians, symbolizing a beautiful Culture's Embrace between leading figures in arts and literature.

The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, has been told to stop being shameless, stop immoral acts and pay attention to the welfare of her legislative aides, many of whom have left as a result of non-payment of their salary and entitlements for as much as six months.

Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, in a statement on Tuesday, said the FCT Minister will not be available to be used as a launchpad for Senator Ireti Kingibe's dying political career.

Ireti Kingibe had said on a television program that the FCT Minister was out of touch with the needs of the people and that "it’s not just about development, Wike's conduct is fuelling resentment among the FCT people."

In his reaction, the FCT Minister's Spokesperson said it was funny that Senator Ireti Kingibe, who treats her personal aides like slaves and has refused to pay them their wages is the one talking about someone treating others with disregard.

Olayinka said; "As at today, we know how many of Senator Ireti Kingibe's aides that have resigned owing to non-payment of their salary and immoral acts.

"We know one of her aides, who resigned because she allegedly had an immoral relationship with her boyfriend. We also know what strained her relationship with her third husband, Ambassador Gana Kingibe, a former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF). But we will keep our gunpowder dry for now.

"However, Senator Ireti Kingibe should tell the people of FCT what she did with the an 'envelop of N3 billion' that was awarded her last year and how many contracts for constituency projects she has sold for between 15 and 20 percent of the contract value.

"As for the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, he will not be distracted by someone like Senator Ireti Kingibe, who has no other credible identity to present herself with, except the name of someone she is no longer married to.

"The Minister will continue to bring infrastructural developments to both the FCT city center and satellite towns. Just last week Friday, commissioning of 16 projects to commemorate the second year of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration was concluded, and by this time next year, more projects would have been commissioned."

Lere Olayinka
Senior Special Assistant
Public Communications and Social Media
July 08, 2025