Seyi Makinde, Oyo State Governor has said the President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu has the power to call his Federal Capital Territory Minister (Nyesom Wike) to order over the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP).
The “Okanlomo of Yorubaland” is a title which translates to “the beloved child” or “the one dear to the hearts of all Yoruba people”, the Alaafin said.
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has conferred the chieftaincy title of the Okanlomo of Yorubaland on the son of President Bola Tinubu, Seyi.
The “Okanlomo of Yorubaland” is a title which translates to “the beloved child” or “the one dear to the hearts of all Yoruba people”, the Alaafin said.
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has conferred the chieftaincy title of the Okanlomo of Yorubaland on the son of President Bola Tinubu, Seyi.
The “Okanlomo of Yorubaland” is a title which translates to “the beloved child” or “the one dear to the hearts of all Yoruba people”, the Alaafin said.
budaatum: Isn't it rather funny that the things you complain about Tinubu are the things that are making Obidient me want to start liking Tinubu, lol.
"First, he removed fuel subsidy", which pleases me because no where is it written that you must drive by government's sweat.
"Then, he FLOATED the Naira", thereby eliminating a parallel exchange where some get a preferred rate that most of us can not get.
And "NEXT year, the 5% SURCHARGE (read tax)", and indeed tax, and for fixing our rubbish roads and to deter us from importing made in tokunboh junk when we should be creating jobs by making in Nigeria.
But you see all this as murder, when I see it all as making us responsible.
You see, less than 30% of us Nigerians went out to vote at the last election, and less than 9 million elected the president while the rest of us sat on our asses at home and couldn't be bothered, but now moan when the elected president sticks his filthy fingers in our pockets and takes our hard earned money as tax he's not accounting to us.
These policies of his will wake us up to be more responsible when the next election comes so like 80% of us might get off our asses and bother to vote in someone we prefer. Or of course we can continue in our irresponsibility so Tinubu taxes us some more.
Tinubu might indeed be "trying to MURDER Nigerians", but the choice of dying is completely entirely ours!
The groups called for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, saying that: “It is a simple and clear demand,” which must be met if the federal authorities are sincere about giving Ndigbo a true sense of belonging.
The Minister of Works, Chief David Umahi, has come under blistering condemnation by diaspora Igbo groups for claiming that President Bola Tinubu has put an end to the perceived marginalisation of Ndigbo in Nigeria.
Umahi reportedly urged the Igbo to forget Biafra agitation, as, according to him, the federal government had addressed all the challenges of Ndigbo.
But the diaspora groups -the American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID), Ambassadors for Self Determination, and the Rising Sun, in a joint statement at the weekend, countered the Works Minister on his “unguarded statement,” saying that he “doesn’t have the mandate to speak for Ndigbo.
“He (Umahi) should not allocate to himself the powers he does not have. Since he said he does not believe in Biafra, Biafrans also do not believe in traitors like him.
“Nobody is coercing him to join the struggles, but he lacks the powers to either speak for the people or stop the movement,” the groups said in the statement signed by AVID President, Dr Sylvester Onyia; Ben Nwankwo for Ambassadors for Self Determination; and Maxwell Dede, for the Rising Sun.
The groups noted that they have seen “serial betrayers” of the Igbo’s cause who are now living in regret after being used and dumped by their slave masters, adding that Umahi might not be any different.
They reminded the public that the former governor of Ebonyi State “does not speak for Alaigbo. He does not speak for Biafraland. He speaks only for himself — and not even for everyone in Ebonyi State.”
The groups regarded it as “an insult on the sensibility of Ndigbo for Umahi to claim that Ndigbo are no longer marginalised,” and challenged him to substantiate his claims with concrete evidence.
They queried the minister to point out what “the federal government or Tinubu’s government (has) done for Alaigbo since Tinubu became the president,” adding that Umahi should show the world what Ndigbo have gained under Tinubu’s administration.
“Why is the Umuahia -Enugu railway still moribund when Lagos – Kano and Katsina – Niger Republic tracks are functional? Why does the Southeast still have only five ministers, with two of them junior ministers, while one state in the Southwest has four ministers?
“Is Umahi not aware that there’s no seaport in the Southeast while our people are the highest importers in the country? Do we have any functional cargo airport in Igbo land? Do we have major federal industries or maritime projects?” they asked.
The Igbo diaspora groups said that Umahi could not claim ignorance that “other regions in Nigeria have these things (infrastructure), Alaigbo does not.
“So, when someone like Umahi tries to speak for Ndigbo, we must ask: what exactly is he defending?”
The groups further threw more posers at Umahi, asking him to provide answers to the questions so that his claims of no more Igbo marginalisation could be meaningful.
“Why is Mazi Nnamdi Kanu jailed for life when the real terrorists and mass murderers are freely roaming around and treated with levity?
“Kanu was jailed with the support of Britain and a few Nigerian politicians like Umahi, who have chosen personal comfort over justice.
“That is why the people are angry. That is why the people feel betrayed. Anyone who helps to keep Mazi Nnamdi Kanu in detention is working against the Igbo people. Umahi should realise that saboteurs will always be on the wrong side of history,” they said.
The Igbo diaspora groups recalled that during the persecution of the Jews in Europe, some Jews denied being Jews to protect themselves, adding that such denials “did not stop the suffering. And it did not stop the creation of Israel in 1948.
“So, when Umahi denies Biafra today, it is not new. Betrayal by local people has happened before. It has never stopped history,” the statement said.
Alluding to the agitation for the sovereign state of Biafra has come to stay and cannot be diminished by Igbo politicians striving to be politically correct, the groups noted that “Biafra is Bigger than Umahi.”
“The Biafra struggle is not about Umahi. It is not about appointments. It is not about pleasing Abuja. It is about justice, dignity, and self-respect. People may try to sabotage it. They will fail,” they said.
The groups called for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, saying that: “It is a simple and clear demand,” which must be met if the federal authorities are sincere about giving Ndigbo a true sense of belonging.
“Anything else is deception. Umahi should not give us reason to suspect he is one of those frustrating Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s release,” the groups said.
The Minister of Works, Chief David Umahi, has come under blistering condemnation by diaspora Igbo groups for claiming that President Bola Tinubu has put an end to the perceived marginalisation of Ndigbo in Nigeria.
Umahi reportedly urged the Igbo to forget Biafra agitation, as, according to him, the federal government had addressed all the challenges of Ndigbo.
But the diaspora groups -the American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID), Ambassadors for Self Determination, and the Rising Sun, in a joint statement at the weekend, countered the Works Minister on his “unguarded statement,” saying that he “doesn’t have the mandate to speak for Ndigbo.
“He (Umahi) should not allocate to himself the powers he does not have. Since he said he does not believe in Biafra, Biafrans also do not believe in traitors like him.
“Nobody is coercing him to join the struggles, but he lacks the powers to either speak for the people or stop the movement,” the groups said in the statement signed by AVID President, Dr Sylvester Onyia; Ben Nwankwo for Ambassadors for Self Determination; and Maxwell Dede, for the Rising Sun.
The groups noted that they have seen “serial betrayers” of the Igbo’s cause who are now living in regret after being used and dumped by their slave masters, adding that Umahi might not be any different.
They reminded the public that the former governor of Ebonyi State “does not speak for Alaigbo. He does not speak for Biafraland. He speaks only for himself — and not even for everyone in Ebonyi State.”
The groups regarded it as “an insult on the sensibility of Ndigbo for Umahi to claim that Ndigbo are no longer marginalised,” and challenged him to substantiate his claims with concrete evidence.
They queried the minister to point out what “the federal government or Tinubu’s government (has) done for Alaigbo since Tinubu became the president,” adding that Umahi should show the world what Ndigbo have gained under Tinubu’s administration.
“Why is the Umuahia -Enugu railway still moribund when Lagos – Kano and Katsina – Niger Republic tracks are functional? Why does the Southeast still have only five ministers, with two of them junior ministers, while one state in the Southwest has four ministers?
“Is Umahi not aware that there’s no seaport in the Southeast while our people are the highest importers in the country? Do we have any functional cargo airport in Igbo land? Do we have major federal industries or maritime projects?” they asked.
The Igbo diaspora groups said that Umahi could not claim ignorance that “other regions in Nigeria have these things (infrastructure), Alaigbo does not.
“So, when someone like Umahi tries to speak for Ndigbo, we must ask: what exactly is he defending?”
The groups further threw more posers at Umahi, asking him to provide answers to the questions so that his claims of no more Igbo marginalisation could be meaningful.
“Why is Mazi Nnamdi Kanu jailed for life when the real terrorists and mass murderers are freely roaming around and treated with levity?
“Kanu was jailed with the support of Britain and a few Nigerian politicians like Umahi, who have chosen personal comfort over justice.
“That is why the people are angry. That is why the people feel betrayed. Anyone who helps to keep Mazi Nnamdi Kanu in detention is working against the Igbo people. Umahi should realise that saboteurs will always be on the wrong side of history,” they said.
The Igbo diaspora groups recalled that during the persecution of the Jews in Europe, some Jews denied being Jews to protect themselves, adding that such denials “did not stop the suffering. And it did not stop the creation of Israel in 1948.
“So, when Umahi denies Biafra today, it is not new. Betrayal by local people has happened before. It has never stopped history,” the statement said.
Alluding to the agitation for the sovereign state of Biafra has come to stay and cannot be diminished by Igbo politicians striving to be politically correct, the groups noted that “Biafra is Bigger than Umahi.”
“The Biafra struggle is not about Umahi. It is not about appointments. It is not about pleasing Abuja. It is about justice, dignity, and self-respect. People may try to sabotage it. They will fail,” they said.
The groups called for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, saying that: “It is a simple and clear demand,” which must be met if the federal authorities are sincere about giving Ndigbo a true sense of belonging.
“Anything else is deception. Umahi should not give us reason to suspect he is one of those frustrating Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s release,” the groups said.
Nairalandankra: -“Opposition elements can say whatever they want, they are talking nonsense"- "the law has already been passed"- Onanuga
- Presidency maintains that the government would proceed with the implementation of the tax laws in line with the established timeline, regardless of public outrage.
“This is a time of growth and challenge. With growth comes envy and jealousy, and with jealousy comes hatred,” Akpabio said, urging unity and cooperation among senators.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has revealed that the Nigerian Senate could soon be left without any opposition, as even the remaining minority senators are reportedly ready to join the ruling APC.
Akpabio stated that when the APC-led Senate assumed office, the opposition had nearly 50 senators. “Today, when I counted, there are about 5 or 4 left in the opposition. Even those five members have whispered to me that I should take them to the President as they are prepared to join the APC,” he said.
To maintain a functional minority presence, Akpabio explained that he has intentionally allowed APC senators who have declared allegiance in their states, but are yet to formally declare in the Senate, to remain in the minority caucus. He also thanked Governor Peter Mbah for ensuring that Senator Ositangu retained the position of Chief Whip of the Minority. “Otherwise, this place would have been empty,” he added
Akpabio emphasized inclusivity in Senate operations, urging that all senators, regardless of party affiliation, should be carried along. “Stakeholders coming in from other political parties must be given equal opportunities to thrive. There must not be any discrimination,” he said.
He also addressed broader national issues, including insecurity and humanitarian crises, praising the government for the release of over 100 kidnapped children and calling for prayers for the safe return of remaining victims.
“This is a time of growth and challenge. With growth comes envy and jealousy, and with jealousy comes hatred,” Akpabio said, urging unity and cooperation among senators.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has revealed that the Nigerian Senate could soon be left without any opposition, as even the remaining minority senators are reportedly ready to join the ruling APC.
Akpabio stated that when the APC-led Senate assumed office, the opposition had nearly 50 senators. “Today, when I counted, there are about 5 or 4 left in the opposition. Even those five members have whispered to me that I should take them to the President as they are prepared to join the APC,” he said.
To maintain a functional minority presence, Akpabio explained that he has intentionally allowed APC senators who have declared allegiance in their states, but are yet to formally declare in the Senate, to remain in the minority caucus. He also thanked Governor Peter Mbah for ensuring that Senator Ositangu retained the position of Chief Whip of the Minority. “Otherwise, this place would have been empty,” he added
Akpabio emphasized inclusivity in Senate operations, urging that all senators, regardless of party affiliation, should be carried along. “Stakeholders coming in from other political parties must be given equal opportunities to thrive. There must not be any discrimination,” he said.
He also addressed broader national issues, including insecurity and humanitarian crises, praising the government for the release of over 100 kidnapped children and calling for prayers for the safe return of remaining victims.
“This is a time of growth and challenge. With growth comes envy and jealousy, and with jealousy comes hatred,” Akpabio said, urging unity and cooperation among senators.
Popular TikTok personality Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has broken his silence following his arrest and detention by the Lagos State Police Command over allegations of dangerous driving and an attempted suicide.
In this video, the influencer apologised to Nigerians, expressing deep remorse over the incident. Peller assured the public that he would not repeat such actions and revealed that he is currently receiving medical attention.
“I am sorry, Nigerians. Please, I’m very sorry. I will never do that again,” he said. “For now, I am on medication. Once I am done with my medication, I will be online.”
The incident had sparked widespread reactions online, prompting police intervention and renewed conversations around public safety and mental health.
Abaribe also accused Tinubu of gradually turning the country into a one-party state—a move the president had vehemently opposed years ago as a major opposition figure, standing against the then-ruling PDP. He criticized Tinubu for failing to lead by example, living in opulence while Nigerians continue to suffer.
He further accused the president of running Nigeria like a monarchy in what he termed a “Kabiesi government,” where anything Tinubu says is deemed right, and anyone who challenges him is charged with treason.
“President Tinubu is now engaging in what he once opposed. He resisted the rampaging effect of the PDP, but now he is mobilising Nigeria into a one-party state. APC is keeping everyone in little silos. A leader should lead by example. If citizens are suffering, the President should identify with them.
“He must cut the cost of governance and stop the flamboyance for citizens to believe in him. You asked the public to cut their coat according to their cloth, yet you went to sew agbada. You cannot ask me to suffer while you live in opulence. It is simply a matter of integrity and trust in governance. State capture occurs when other arms of government become subservient to the executive,” Abaribe added.
BlessedGift: The former Deputy Governor of Abia State, has said the APC should not be deceived by those defecting to the party, describing the ruling party as a “giant with feet of clay.” He added that the APC could face the same fate as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which, despite controlling 28 states out of 36 at one point, was eventually voted out of power.
Abaribe, who referred to himself as a member of a coalition, said opposition members are working together to use the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to push the APC out of power, but they are waiting for the ADC to release its election guidelines.
The federal lawmaker said he sees the opposition becoming the majority in the next election and urged opposition parties to work together to liberate Nigerians from what he described as APC’s poor governance.
He said: “The next election will be APC against the people of Nigeria. Nigerians are hurting—and hurting badly. Those defecting to APC are also hurting and are waiting for us to take action. It is good that defections are happening now. Most Tinubu supporters cannot even go home and declare their support; they risk being stoned. The economy has collapsed, and security is nothing to write home about. APC is absorbing all the problems it will face. At one time, the PDP controlled 28 out of 36 states. Where is PDP today? APC will go the same way. I see the opposition forming the majority in the next election.
“The next election will be APC against the people of Nigeria. Nigerians are hurting—and hurting badly. Those defecting to APC are also hurting and are waiting for us to take action. It is good that defections are happening now. Most Tinubu supporters cannot even go home and declare their support; they risk being stoned. The economy has collapsed, and security is nothing to write home about. APC is absorbing all the problems it will face. At one time, the PDP controlled 28 out of 36 states. Where is PDP today? APC will go the same way. I see the opposition forming the majority in the next election.
“I am a member of the coalition, and we are using the ADC to get APC out of power, although the ADC has not yet released its election guidelines. I belong to a political party but remain a member of the opposition. The opposition must unite, bury their differences, work harmoniously, and liberate Nigerians from the current state of the country.
“APC may appear as a giant, but it has feet of clay. Tinubu will lose the 2027 election. He never truly won the 2023 election, and everyone knows it. We accepted him because of the court judgment legalising his election. But this time, everyone will be ready. The results won’t be announced at 3 a.m.; the public will be aware of the outcome.”
The former Deputy Governor of Abia State, has said the APC should not be deceived by those defecting to the party, describing the ruling party as a “giant with feet of clay.” He added that the APC could face the same fate as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which, despite controlling 28 states out of 36 at one point, was eventually voted out of power.
Abaribe, who referred to himself as a member of a coalition, said opposition members are working together to use the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to push the APC out of power, but they are waiting for the ADC to release its election guidelines.
The federal lawmaker said he sees the opposition becoming the majority in the next election and urged opposition parties to work together to liberate Nigerians from what he described as APC’s poor governance.
He said: “The next election will be APC against the people of Nigeria. Nigerians are hurting—and hurting badly. Those defecting to APC are also hurting and are waiting for us to take action. It is good that defections are happening now. Most Tinubu supporters cannot even go home and declare their support; they risk being stoned. The economy has collapsed, and security is nothing to write home about. APC is absorbing all the problems it will face. At one time, the PDP controlled 28 out of 36 states. Where is PDP today? APC will go the same way. I see the opposition forming the majority in the next election.
“The next election will be APC against the people of Nigeria. Nigerians are hurting—and hurting badly. Those defecting to APC are also hurting and are waiting for us to take action. It is good that defections are happening now. Most Tinubu supporters cannot even go home and declare their support; they risk being stoned. The economy has collapsed, and security is nothing to write home about. APC is absorbing all the problems it will face. At one time, the PDP controlled 28 out of 36 states. Where is PDP today? APC will go the same way. I see the opposition forming the majority in the next election.
“I am a member of the coalition, and we are using the ADC to get APC out of power, although the ADC has not yet released its election guidelines. I belong to a political party but remain a member of the opposition. The opposition must unite, bury their differences, work harmoniously, and liberate Nigerians from the current state of the country.
“APC may appear as a giant, but it has feet of clay. Tinubu will lose the 2027 election. He never truly won the 2023 election, and everyone knows it. We accepted him because of the court judgment legalising his election. But this time, everyone will be ready. The results won’t be announced at 3 a.m.; the public will be aware of the outcome.”
Lai Mohammed, Former Minister of Information has said that there was no massacre at the Lekki Toll Gate. "I challenge anybody to come tell me today that my son or daughter was at the toll gate and didn't come back home."
Lai Mohammed, Former Minister of Information has said that there was no massacre at the Lekki Toll Gate. "I challenge anybody to come tell me today that my son or daughter was at the toll gate and didn't come back home."
I know for a fact that soldiers were issued blank bullets when they went to the Lekki toll gate.
Politics › Re: Two Rivers State Senators loyal to Wike dump PDP, defect to APC by BlessedGift: 5:07pm On Dec 23, 2025
