₦airaland Forum

CodeTemplarr:
It is your medulla oblongata thats grafted to a kidney.
So piers morgan conspiracy theory is your hope and foundation? Yeye.

The sultan has never done anything concrete against insecurity or jihadi.

Predictor3:
And you believe this nonsense? Mohamed Yusuf wearing a tie. You people can believe anything as long as it's sensational

CodeTemplarr:
It is your medulla oblongata thats grafted to a kidney.
So piers morgan conspiracy theory is your hope and foundation? Yeye.

The sultan has never done anything concrete against insecurity or jihadi.

Buhari4dullard:
quota system product


well said


is it USAID that is murdering people all over Nigeria or fulanis?

Kog45:
Muslims fanatics with their fables and theories against western nations to justify their terrorism acts

keemsleek:
I don't know the part of south south you come from, but just know you don't speak for south south people. You speak for yourself and south south people don't have problems with either the south east or south West. What ever problem you have with the south West pls do try and tell them. One tribe that hardly do tribalism are the south south people. We are loving, accommodating and innovating people. Don't stain us with ur tribalism if really you are dron south south. Have a nice day sir

Racoon:
https://dailypost.ng/2025/12/05/foreign-powers-backing-terrorists-in-nigeria-sheikh-gumi/

The Ohanaeze Youth Council, OYC has asked the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar should run as the Vice Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress , ADC and allow Mr Peter Obi to be the party’s Presidential candidate for 2027 general polls.

According to OYC, the pairing of the two politicians with Obi as the star candidate, is the only calculation the ADC can use to defeat the incumbent, President Bola Tinubu in 2027.

The President of Ohanaeze Youth Council, Igboayaka O. Igboayaka who gave the advice in statement he issued on Monday, said that Peter Obi will create a national rebirth of Nigeria if elected President of Nigeria.

Igboayaka argued that since the National Chairman of ADC is from the Northern region, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar should be selfless by allowing the presidential candidate of the party to come from the South.

“Considering that Southern Nigeria is slated to complete its tenure in 2031, it has become imperative that the African Democratic Congress ADC, for the 2027 Presidential election is restricted to choose its candidate from Southern Nigeria”, Igboayaka said.

According to the Ohanaeze Youth Council President, the administration of President Bola Tinubu has allegedly failed Nigerians and should be replaced through Peter Obi – Abubakar Atiku ADC ticket.

“For the sake of Nigeria’s rescue, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar should pay a national price by willingly deputizing former Labour Party Presidential Candidate Mr Peter Obi in the 2027 Presidential Election”, he said.

He said that the Ohanaeze Youth Council will not allow any plan to further the marginalization of the Igbo nation.

President Bola Tinubu has restated that restoring peace, strengthening national security and improving economic opportunities remain the central priorities of his administration.

The President’s message was delivered in Lokoja on Sunday at the memorial of former Kogi State Governor, Prince Abubakar Audu, by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris.

Idris, in a statement signed by his media aide Rabiu Ibrahim, told attendees that the Federal Government under Tinubu is fully committed to confronting threats to national stability.

“We are under no illusions about the recent setbacks and security challenges that have tested our nation’s resolve.

"Let me be unequivocal: the security and welfare of every Nigerian remain the sacred priority of my government. We have therefore taken decisive action,” he said.

The minister noted that the recently declared State of Emergency on national security represents a renewed push to expand manpower, modernise intelligence, and implement strategic reforms, including the advancement of State Police.

According to him, “The recent Declaration of a State of Emergency on national security underscores the gravity with which we view this challenge. This is not a mere proclamation; it is a declaration of war against all forms of insecurity.

"As part of this, we have immediately begun the process of expanding the capacity of our armed forces and security agencies in numbers, in advanced weaponry, and in intelligence capabilities.

“We will hunt the enemies of our state wherever they may be and restore the peace that is the rightful inheritance of every Nigerian.”

Idris added that reforming the security structure is key to achieving lasting peace.

“To secure our people permanently, we must reform the very architecture of our security. This is why my administration is courageously championing the establishment of a State Police Force.

"We believe that a more localised, community-sensitive security structure is vital to complement the valiant efforts of our national forces. It will also boost employment in the grassroots.

“This is a bold, necessary constitutional step, one that requires our collective will, and we are committed to seeing it through,” he said.

He also stated that the Federal Government is intensifying diplomatic engagement to counter false narratives about Nigeria’s religious harmony.

Reflecting on the legacy of the late Audu, Tinubu described him as a pivotal figure in Nigeria’s democratic development.

“We are gathered to honour a giant- a man whose name is irrevocably woven into the very fabric of our democratic journey.

“Prince Abubakar Audu was not just a politician; he was a pathfinder. As the first democratically elected Governor of Kogi State, first in 1992 and again as a pioneer in 1999, Prince Audu carved out a vision for Kogi State and helped lay the foundation for our nation’s enduring democracy,” he said.

Tinubu also recalled their political relationship. “He was my formidable ally, a brother in the struggle, and one of the founding fathers who, with courage and conviction, laid the foundations upon which our democratic ideals now stand.

“His legacy is not a relic of the past; it is a living, breathing template of bold leadership and transformative governance. It is a template this administration is committed to honouring, not just in words, but in concrete action.”

The President highlighted reform efforts across the economy, including moves to modernise livestock farming.

“We are launching a comprehensive initiative to modernise the livestock industry.

"This includes the creation of large-scale ranching schemes, improved animal husbandry, and the integration of the livestock value chain into our national economy. Our goal is to transform this critical sector from a source of tension into a bastion of prosperity.”

Tinubu added that through the Social Investment Programmes, his administration aims to strengthen support for vulnerable citizens, small businesses and young people. He also pointed to ongoing infrastructure expansion, saying, “We are building the arteries that will connect our markets, power our industries, and unite our people.

"Your Excellency and the good people of Kogi State, the legacy of development Prince Audu began in Kogi is a model we are determined to replicate and scale across the nation.”

The event was attended by political leaders, family members and supporters of the late governor.

The renewed statements on security come amid a fresh wave of kidnappings in Niger and Kebbi states. Recently, armed men abducted staff and students of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Agwara LGA of Niger State — just days after 25 students were kidnapped in Maga, Kebbi State.

In response to the escalating situation, Tinubu cancelled scheduled trips to South Africa and Angola to coordinate the government’s security strategy, while several northern states have temporarily closed schools as abductions persist.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s bloc of the African Democratic Party has begun to shop for a politician from the southern part of the country as a running mate in the 2027 election, Sunday PUNCH has learnt.

The bloc is said to be looking in the direction of the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi.

Our correspondents gathered that should Obi decline to run with the former VP, Atiku would look in the direction of a former governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi.

Speaking with one of our correspondents on Saturday, a political ally of Atiku, Mr Dele Momodu, urged Obi to join forces with Atiku to unseat President Bola Tinubu.

Momodu described Atiku and Obi as the strongest potential alliance capable of ending the hold of the All Progressives Congress on power.

Recall that both men ran on a joint Peoples Democratic Party ticket in the 2019 election but lost to then-incumbent President Muhammadu Buhari.

In 2023, they ran separately—Atiku on the PDP platform and Obi on the LP structure, but lost to Tinubu.

With Atiku now registered as a member of the ADC and Obi still in LP, Momodu believes the two must close ranks ahead of 2027.

Momodu blamed the reluctance of both men to agree to work together on Obi’s supporters.

“That is why they are trying to make every party have only southern candidates. They don’t want any strong opposition from the opposite direction (North). There is no way any Southern candidate can defeat Tinubu.

"I have said this to Peter Obi. We have met several times in my houses in Lagos and Ghana. If Peter Obi does not take advantage of a ready-made union between him and Atiku, it would be very unfortunate. It would be as good as working for Tinubu to come back,” he added.

Warning that delay could cost Obi a major political opportunity, Momodu said Atiku may settle for Amaechi as his running mate.

"A lot of people are underrating Amaechi. Amaechi single-handedly handed power to Buhari. What the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, is doing now, though in an unruly manner, Amaechi did quite well when he was governor of Rivers State. Amaechi mobilised more than any other person for Buhari, even more than Tinubu. If Obi does not make up his mind or chooses to run alone, then I believe the mantle might fall on Rotimi Amaechi.”

On efforts to reconcile both men politically, Momodu said, “I have told Obi. There is no time.

"The person you want to dislodge is already a President. He has everything. He is either coercing or cajoling the governors and senators to join him. He wants to present a false alibi that everybody loves him. He knows what he is doing.

“He wants to create a false image of someone who cannot be defeated, so that when they succeed at doing their manipulation, they will say, ‘what did you expect?’

"Despite all their shenanigans in 2023, they lost Lagos to Obi. They lost Osun to Gov Ademola Adeleke. Obi needs to make up his mind. For now, I don’t know his party. PDP is crumbling, LP has crumbled. Where does he want to go?”

According to Momodu, Atiku and Obi still communicate frequently.

Obi ready to run again — Obidient Movement

Meanwhile, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement and spokesman for Obi, Mr Yunusa Tanko, reaffirmed Obi’s readiness to contest the presidency in 2027.

Speaking to Sunday PUNCH, Tanko called for clarity from Atiku’s camp on what they expected from the former Anambra State governor.

Suggesting that a joint ticket with Atiku might not be feasible, Tanko said a strong Southern candidate remained the best path to defeating Tinubu.

He said, “It all depends on what terms they want Obi to team up with them. At the moment, we are looking for a leader who has the capacity to move around the country to deal with the issues.

“Nigerians need a president who has the mobility and depth in knowing what is wrong with the country. When we team up together, there must be a dimension to what exactly we are doing together. If that is a discussion on the table, then we can begin to talk.

"To secure Nigeria, we need a capable leader who has the ability to fix things. Obi has these qualities. We must understand that the Presidency is already in the South. We need to give support to Mr Peter Obi to complete the four years of the South. This is the continuation we need this time.”

Tanko added that Obi was committed to a single term if elected.

Amaechi interested in ADC ticket –aide

One of Amaechi’s principal aides, who spoke to Sunday PUNCH on condition of anonymity, said the ex-minister was committed to securing the presidential ticket of the ADC.

He, however, noted that many considerations might arise before the party’s primary elections, adding that discussion about the vice presidential offer was not yet ripe.

He said, “ADC is eyeing bloc votes from the north, and for them to get that, it would be better to run a candidate from the area. Amaechi’s eye is on the presidential ticket. But politics is dynamic; a lot will change as we approach the primary. Discussion about the presidential ticket is not yet ripe. Let’s wait.”

However, an ally of the former governor, who also spoke on condition of anonymity, said, “We need to calculate well because we have to be honest with ourselves: can Amaechi beat Atiku in the primary? If that is not a possibility, going for a deal before the primary may not be bad. Accepting Atiku’s running mate position may not be a bad idea. There will be too many brushes after the primary, so it is better to have a deal before the primary.”

He continued, “With what you’re seeing, will Obi run the primary against Atiku in the ADC? And if he can’t get the ADC ticket, I don’t see him as somebody who will accept a running mate slot. That is why he is delaying his move to join the party. But we will have a better picture next year, and Amaechi is the best option for Atiku as running mate.”

Amaechi’s media aide, David Iyofor, declined to comment on the matter when contacted.

Neither Amaechi nor Bolaji Abdullahi, the National Publicity Secretary of the ADC were available for comment when our correspondents contacted them on the phone.

kiddaz:
So you created that 2kobo poster to supernaturally compel us to believe the lies you love to tell yourselves?

wediehere1:
https://punchng.com/over-30000-killed-due-to-nnamdi-kanus-agitation-says-kalu/?amp

Elzazzi:
Ok we have heard. You’re right. But are their killing of Christians in the North ?

AirBere:
Don't worry, Trump is coming to take away terrorist who attack both Christians and Moslems.

You should be happy because Trump is definitely coming