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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZnGbG4VLjg Political activist, Aisha Yesufu, has said that officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, were bribed to remove the leadership of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Yesufu said this on Monday during a live interview programme on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’. The co-convener of BringBackOurGirls Movement also said that there are alleged reports that the INEC Chairman was threatened into his action. Recall that INEC recently stripped former Senate President David Mark as national chairman of the party. Airing her own opinion, Yesufu said, “There are reports that INEC officials were allegedly bribed with monies up to $50,000, and lands were given. Where is the EFCC and ICPC in all of this? The judiciary has turned itself into the plate of corrupt politicians. And that’s not what it should be. You’re having places where houses are being built for them, where all sorts of meetings are going on and stuff like that. Then that’s what worries every one of us. “My thinking is that one institution should be independent, and if you have institutions that are independent, not the one that you’re hearing people being threatened. “If there is independence, if there’s accountability, transparency, we don’t have all of these shenanigans going on. “Let’s all go to court and have whatever it is there, but when you see the institutions, and also the judiciary, have turned themselves into weapon of oppression, willing tool of oppression against opposition parties, then that’s something that worries us, and the democracy of our country. “This democracy, by the way, many people died for it for us to have what we have today, and we cannot have a few people come and destroy it just because they want to hang on to power that they are not deserving of,” Yesufu stated.
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The moment ADC chieftains, including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and David Mark, arrived at the press conference venue in Abuja.
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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State buys roasted plantain, and discusses with students in Ajegunle.
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Minister also actively participated in and championed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention held on March 29, 2026, in Abuja, emphasizing the participation of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials as a validation of his faction's legitimacy. BlessedGift: |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTKe3xRzFAw A viral video has shown the moment the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is seen dancing and celebrating during the PDP Convention in Abuja. The Minister also actively participated in and championed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention held on March 29, 2026, in Abuja, emphasizing the participation of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials as a validation of his faction's legitimacy.
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He further argued that Nigeria’s economy has recorded notable improvements since Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, particularly in gross domestic product and manufacturing capacity. BlessedGift: |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5HyM_Nz8so Former presidential aide and ambassador-designate, Reno Omokri, has said “The average Nigerian has seen his purchasing power increase. If you take 50 dollars right now in Nigeria, convert it to naira, what you buy from the markets you cannot buy in any West African country. Nigeria has significantly more purchasing power.” He maintained that ordinary Nigerians are experiencing the benefits of the administration’s policies, especially in the area of fuel availability and pricing. “Since Bola Tinubu became president, they (Nigerians) have never had to queue at the petrol station to get fuel. Fuel is readily available. Fuel is inexpensive. “This is the first government that we’ve seen since the Yar’Adua government, where fuel has gone down in price multiple times. Not once, multiple times. So, in their pockets they are feeling it. “Do not allow yourself to be moved by these people who go to the National Assembly to protest. Those are elites. They are trying to snatch power. “Right now, we have the second-largest manufacturing capacity in Africa. We have added $67 billion to our GDP in two years,” he said. Omokri further argued that Nigeria’s economy has recorded notable improvements since Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, particularly in gross domestic product and manufacturing capacity. “By the time this president took office, our GDP was so low, we had gone from the first in Africa to about the fourth. He further argued that Nigeria’s economy has recorded notable improvements since Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, particularly in gross domestic product and manufacturing capacity. “By the time this president took office, our GDP was so low, we had gone from the first in Africa to about the fourth.
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“I am working for Nigeria, not Tinubu,” Omokri declared, stressing that his efforts are focused on promoting the country’s reputation, strengthening bilateral relationships, and advancing national development objectives. BlessedGift: |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5HyM_Nz8so Antoeni: |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5HyM_Nz8so Political commentator and former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has stated that his role as an ambassador is to serve Nigeria’s interests and not that of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Omokri made the clarification amid criticisms trailing his recent engagements and comments on national issues, insisting that his commitment is to the country and not to any individual political leader. According to him, diplomacy and ambassadorial responsibilities require loyalty to the nation, its people, and its global image, rather than partisan considerations. “I am working for Nigeria, not Tinubu,” Omokri declared, stressing that his efforts are focused on promoting the country’s reputation, strengthening bilateral relationships, and advancing national development objectives. He maintained that national service should transcend political divides, adding that constructive engagement and support for policies that benefit Nigerians should not be misconstrued as personal allegiance to the President. Omokri further urged critics to separate governance from politics, noting that Nigeria’s progress depends on collective responsibility and a shared commitment to national growth. His remarks have since sparked reactions across social and political circles, with supporters commending his stance while others continue to question his recent political alignment.
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Reactions from Nigerians, many of whom questioned the propriety of the senator’s conduct amid prevailing economic hardship in the country. BlessedGift: |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMxYERXnNYk A former governor of Edo State and senator representing Edo North in the 10th National Assembly, Adams Oshiomhole, has come under intense public criticism following the circulation of a viral video allegedly showing him giving a foot massage to a lady inside a private jet. Reactions from Nigerians, many of whom questioned the propriety of the senator’s conduct amid prevailing economic hardship in the country.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c6OI46jpEM Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said the state was not impacted by the recent power shortage experienced in parts of Nigeria, attributing Abia’s resilience to its control over critical electricity assets. Speaking on the development, Otti explained that a significant portion of the state’s power infrastructure is under Abia’s authority, enabling uninterrupted electricity supply despite wider national challenges.
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Reacting to the development, VDM expressed displeasure over the ridicule directed at the president, stating that he found it inappropriate to mock an elderly leader over such an incident. He urged Nigerians to show empathy, comparing the situation to how people would react if their own fathers were involved. Tenses: |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlT5X5esjz8 Nigerian social media critic Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has criticised Nigerians who mocked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu after he briefly stumbled and fell during an official engagement in Turkey. The incident occurred in Ankara, where President Tinubu was walking alongside his Turkish counterpart, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, when he momentarily missed his step and fell. The video of the incident quickly circulated online, triggering mixed reactions across social media platforms. Reacting to the development, VDM expressed displeasure over the ridicule directed at the president, stating that he found it inappropriate to mock an elderly leader over such an incident. He urged Nigerians to show empathy, comparing the situation to how people would react if their own fathers were involved. “A lot of you are laughing at the president. I wouldn’t, because he is older than my father and older than a lot of your fathers on social media. If your father falls, will you laugh at him? The answer is no,” VDM said. While condemning the mockery, the outspoken critic maintained that the incident raised legitimate concerns about President Tinubu’s physical fitness. He noted that falling is not exclusive to the Nigerian leader, referencing similar incidents involving other world leaders, including former United States President Joe Biden. “I believe there are many things you can criticise him for, but laughing because he fell makes no sense. Is he the only leader that has ever fallen? No. Look at Joe Biden,” he added... https://voicenews.com.ng/vdm-condemns-mockery-of-tinubus-fall-in-turkey-questions-presidents-fitness/
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