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Spiritual leader and National Chairman, Ulam’u Council of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’a Wa’ikamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS), Sheik Sani Yahaya Jingir, has declared that he wouldn’t support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election if the president drops Vice President Kashim Shettima.

Sheik Jingir disclosed this during a religious event at the Yantaya Mosque in Jos, the Plateau State capital.

Daily Trust reports that Sheik Jingir supported President Tinubu’s election in 2023 and urged his followers to do likewise.

Our correspondent reports that there ae speculations within the APC the vice president’s fate is hanging in the balance.

Responding on recent development in the APC, the spiritual leader said, “I have learnt that some unpatriotic people within and outside the APC have been making efforts to destroy Tinubu’s relationship and Shettima to achieve their surreptitious goals. That is not a welcome development, president Tinubu.

“Myself and others around me supported Tinubu and Shettima, and we’re backing your joint ticket. Any attempt to drop Shettima, I wouldn’t support that move because they had earlier agreed to contest and work together. I supported them without taking a penny from them. Although I am close to Atiku Abubakar, I chose to vote for Tinubu and Shettima. There are rumors circulating that things aren’t going well between the them but I don’t believe it. In my opinion, it’s the work of their enemies.”

Sheik Jingir, however, urged President Tinubu not to listen to those calling for him to drop Shettima in 2027, describing such people as enemies of progress.

Retail outlets owned by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited have effected an upward adjustment in the pump price of the Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, to N945 per litre in the Federal Capital Territory on Monday.

It also adjusted its petrol pump price to ₦915 per litre at several of its Lagos retail outlets, marking a fresh upward shift in the downstream retail market.

The latest increase marks a fresh spike of N45 and N35 in Lagos and Abuja, respectively, up from the previous prices of N870 and N910 per litre.

The price adjustments come just days after the Dangote Petroleum Refinery increased its ex-depot price of petrol from N825 to N880 per litre, sparking an industry-wide response.

Our correspondent observed that the new pricing was implemented across several NNPC-owned filling stations, intensifying the financial strain on consumers already grappling with high transportation and living costs.

At the NNPC retail outlet in the Federal Housing area of Kubwa, Abuja, the new price of N945 per litre was boldly displayed, with similar adjustments noted at the state-owned mega station along Obasanjo Way.

In Lagos, stations located in Igando and along the Badagry Expressway reflected the revised N915 per litre rate.

The ripple effect was also visible across private retail outlets. MRS filling stations, a strategic partner of the Dangote refinery, raised pump prices to N925 per litre in Lagos, up from N875.

TotalEnergies followed suit with a new price of N910, while other marketers like Oluwafemi Arowolo Petroleum in Iba pushed rates to N920 per litre.

Depot sources confirmed to The PUNCH that major supply hubs in Lagos, including Wosbab, Pinnacle, and NIPCO, have now set PMS ex-depot prices between N920 and N925 per litre as of June 23, citing rising upstream costs and international crude prices.

On the global front, the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran has continued to rattle the oil market, with analysts projecting that crude oil prices may soon cross the $80 per barrel threshold. A weekend airstrike reportedly carried out by US-Israeli forces on Iranian nuclear sites has stoked fears of supply disruptions.

Concerned by this trend, independent marketers have warned that unless there’s a swift intervention, petrol prices could climb above N1,000 per litre in the coming weeks, driven by surging international oil prices and a weakening naira.

The Chief Executive Officer of PetroleumPrice.ng, Olatide Jeremiah, stated, “Private depots are likely to increase petrol price to N1,000 in the coming days with the current trend observed in the market. If by tomorrow morning, crude price increases to $80 or exceeds that threshold, Nigerians would pay N1,000 at depots.

“The situation means they will take advantage of Nigerians, but we can only hope that Dangote maintains its current price, that is the only way depot owners won’t jack up the price anyhow. The price surge seen last week was basically because Dangote stopped selling for some days. But it has opened up its portal and is now selling at N880 for two million litres. Dangote remains a major determinant of petrol price.”

The recurring upward adjustments are likely to fuel inflationary pressures, with commuters, businesses, and households bearing the brunt of a deregulated but unstable petroleum market.

Not fewer than 32 cows were reportedly struck dead at Osara, Obantoko area of Abeokuta in Odeda Local Government area of Ogun State during a heavy rainfall on Saturday.

The incident, according to the Baale of Osara, Wasiu Afolabi, who spoke to our Correspondent on Sunday, reportedly happened during the torrential rainfall, which started at about noon on Saturday.

Afolabi said that the Fulani herders in charge of the cows alerted him to the tragic incident at about 2 pm on Saturday.

He explained that the matter had been reported to the Aregbe police division as well as Dr Afolashade Adeyemo, the Chairman of Odeda Local Government.

Afolabi said, “I was at home on Saturday when the Fulani herders at about 2 pm came to report that lightning had killed 32 of their cows.

“I got to their place, where they usually keep these cows before they are taken out for grazing and saw these dead cows. We have, however, reported the incident to the Aregbe police division as well as the Chairman of Odeda Local Government, Dr Afolashade Adeyemo, and other people who must be aware.

“We have equally scheduled a meeting for this morning with the Fulani to know what to do next and also ensure that the incident does not affect the peace of the community.”

The Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, also in a WhatsApp message sent to our Correspondent, confirmed the bizarre incident.

Ogunlowo said, “The Command is well aware. The incident was reported to DPO Aregbe Division at about 13:30 hours on 21/06/2025. He led a team to the scene. 32 cows were struck dead when thunder and lightning occurred during a heavy downpour of rain".

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CPC is really fight Tinubu , if you know you know , unfortunately Tinubu has refused to fight terrorism head on

A suspected Boko Haram suicide bomber detonated an explosive device at a crowded fish market in the Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State on Friday night, killing at least 10 civilians and injuring seven others.

The deadly blast occurred at the popular evening market, which attracts hundreds of local traders and residents.

According to security sources, it was learnt that the assailant disguised as a civilian and mingled with the crowd before detonating the explosive.

“The suicide bomber also died in the blast,” Makama stated.

“The Nigerian Army troops and emergency response teams were immediately deployed to the scene, and the injured victims were evacuated to a nearby medical facility for treatment.”

Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic and chaos following the explosion, with victims lying motionless and others crying for help as smoke filled the air.

The attack reportedly occurred at a time when commercial activity was at its peak in the market.

Security sources told local reporters that the area has since been cordoned off by military personnel to prevent further infiltration by other suspected terrorists.

After weeks of deliberations, the Nigeria National Coalition Group, NNCG, has formally applied to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, seeking for the registration of a new political party with the name All Democratic Alliance, ADA.

The application letter, dated 19th June, 2025, was stamped received by INEC on 20 June, 2025.

A copy of the letter, which was signed by the association’s Protem National Chairman, Chief Akin A. Rickets, was sighted by Vanguard in Abuja on Friday.

The letter read in part: “Application For Registration As A Political Party.

“We respectfully write to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, requesting the registration of our association, the All Democratic Alliance, ADA, as a political party.

“This is sequel to the decision taken by the Nigerian National Coalition Group to sponsor our association for full registration.

“The name of the party shall be All Democratic Alliance with ADA as our acronym and ‘Justice for All’ as our slogan.

“The National Secretariat of the party is as stated at the bottom of the association’s letterhead used in this application.

“We have also herewith attached our logo describing in details the symbolism of our party colours and the their configuration and the corn (Maize).

“We have further attached our manifesto encompassing details of our party ideology, and our constitution providing the legal framework that defines our identity, structures and organization, regulates our affairs and guides our actions in alignment with Section 40 and 222 of the Constitution, Section 75 of the Electoral Act (2022) and global democratic principles and objectives.

“Please find attached the following documents: our party flag depicting our name, acronym and slogan, manifesto, constitution and minutes of meeting.

“While we eagerly await further action from the commission on the next step forward towards attaining our desired goal, please accept the consideration of our highest respect. Thank you yours most sincerely; Chief Akin A. Rickets, Protem National Chairman.”

Members
Members of the anti-Tinubu coalition include: Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar; ex-Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi; his Kaduna State counterpart, Nasir El-Rufai; the convener of the League of Northern Democrats, Dr. Umar Ardo, and a host of others.

The group had considered joining an existing political party which saw the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and the Social Democratic Party, SDP, jostling to out do each other to be considered.

However, several members of the coalition expressed concerns over the internal wrangling within existing parties, which in some cases had led to litigations.

The coalition subsequently set up a committee to also consider the option of registering a completely new platform where all members will start on equal footing in terms of membership.

The committee, which was headed by former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi submitted its report about a week ago with a recommendation in favour of registering a new party.

The Kebbi State Christian Association of Nigeria Kebbi State Chapter has denied rumours circulating round media about The Dunamis Church pastor rejecting the 30 million Naira given to them by the Kebbi State government Nasir Idris during its Crusade activities in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday.

The S.A on Christain Religious affairs , Reverend Sam Audu called on Naysayers to avoid posting and publishing reports that will cite the State Government against the Christain Community in the state.

He also Confirmed that the money was received by the organisers ( CAN association of Kebbi State) as the Dunamis Church doesn’t accept direct offerings for its crusade,but solely on personal fundings, as such the money has been received and will be use to boost Christian affairs and improve orphanage in the State.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Benue State, calling it a ‘political spectacle’ rather than a sincere effort to address the state’s security issues or sympathise with victims of violence.

Atiku’s Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, made the comments during an exclusive interview with Vanguard in Abuja on Thursday. He accused the Tinubu administration of focusing on political drama instead of finding real solutions to the growing insecurity in Nigeria.

Ibe stated, “It’s commendable when a leader empathises with the people; offering a shoulder to lean on and sharing in their grief is a mark of true leadership. However, the visit was marred by political theatrics. Children were lined up on the highway, waving at the president in the rain; subjecting them to such conditions was unnecessary.”

He also criticised the government’s failure to tackle the root causes of insecurity, pointing out that despite the deaths of over 200 people in recent attacks, there have been no arrests.

“The same security agencies that failed to prevent or investigate this tragedy were quick to tear gas peaceful protesters demanding accountability for their safety. This is unacceptable,” Ibe said.

He further took aim at the Tinubu administration’s general handling of governance, accusing it of misunderstanding the real nature of Nigeria’s security problems.

“When you misdiagnose a problem, the solution will inevitably be flawed; garbage in, garbage out. Look at the individuals heading the security portfolios: they’re politicians, not experts. They’re focused on political gains rather than the demands of their roles,” he remarked.

He stressed the importance of inclusivity in governance, arguing that the exclusion of certain regions, religions, and ethnic groups by the Tinubu government has worsened instability.

“Inclusiveness is a tool for national unity and stability. When you dismiss or alienate people, they will inevitably create chaos,” Ibe stated.

Ibe also criticised the administration’s early focus on the 2027 elections, saying it has distracted from more urgent national concerns.


Mixed reactions trail Tinubu’s visit to Benue
“The focus on 2027 is distracting from pressing issues, leaving problems unaddressed and insecurity rampant. There’s nothing new this administration has introduced to tackle these challenges,” he added.

His comments come at a time of growing public frustration with the federal government’s response to insecurity.

Bandits have killed at least 20 farmers, three other residents, and a community watch corps operative, popularly called C’watch in Katsina State.

The separate incidents took place in Kankara Local Government Area, one of the frontline LGAs in the state.

A resident of the community who pleaded anonymity told our reporter that, “about six days ago, bandits attacked farmers in Yargoje, Kwakware, Danmarke, Gidan Dawa and some from Burdugau.

“They killed about 20 farmers, kidnapped some and rustled the animals with which they tilled their farms,” he said.

Another source told Daily Trust that on Monday, bandits also launched an attack on Marmara village, also in Kankara local government where they engaged a team of the community watch corps together with members of civilian JTF, killing a C’watch member and injuring two members of civilian JTF outside the village.

“They had also penetrated Marmara village where they killed three residents,” the source said.

Daily Trust also gathered that on the same Monday, at night, the bandits visited some communities east of Kwakware village where an unidentified number of residents were kidnapped and animals rustled.

A resident of Kankara, who preferred not to be named, said the recent incessant attacks in the local government might not be unconnected with the recent peace deals reached in some neighbouring LGAs.


“So long as there will be a peace agreement in one place and not in all other affected areas, there is every tendency that the bandits will strike where they are not in peace with,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Katsina Police Command said it has succeeded in foiling a kidnap attempt at Mazare village, Sabuwa LGA, Katsina, rescuing four victims, including three females and a baby girl.

A statement issued by the command’s spokesman, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, said on June 18, at about 9pm, a report of a suspected attack and kidnapping attempt on the village by a group of suspected bandits was received at the Sabuwa Division, stating that the assailants shot and injured two persons.


The victims were Sa’idu Isa, 37, and Sa’idu Wa’alam, 61, all of the same address, while three females and a baby were kidnapped.

“Upon receipt of the report, the DPO mobilised and led a team of police operatives to the scene, where a gun battle ensued, leading to the successful rescue of all four kidnapped victims unharmed as the assailants fled the scene due to superior firepower.

“The injured victims were immediately rushed to the hospital for medical attention, where they are receiving and responding to treatment,” Aliyu said.

Afrojuju2017:
These people in Benue are killing each other and claiming ethnic cleansing, until the leadership and people of Benue decide to start telling the truth they'll have no end to this missery.

They have ethnic militias in all three tribes in Benue fighting over land and access to power, one ethnicity has dominated political power in the state since 1999 and all governorship candidates have come from that ethnic stock, but we've seen a governor run a mile in record minutes so I'm not shocked, they keep lying to themselves

IGBOPROMISE1:
Ten years after the APC some brainless, tribalistic dolts told us is the 'hope' (now 'renewed hope') of Nigeria! Death and hunger all over the place!

The Independent National Electoral Commission has raised concerns over the notice submitted by the Peoples Democratic Party regarding its planned 100th National Executive Committee meeting scheduled for June 30, 2025.

The development was conveyed in a letter dated June 13 and addressed to the party’s chairman, with reference number INEC/DEPM/PDP/286/iii/80 and titled “RE: NOTICE OF 100TH NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING OF THE PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY.”

The letter was obtained by our correspondent on Tuesday.

The commission stated that the submitted notice failed to comply with its regulations.

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Specifically, INEC cited Part 2(12)3 of the 2022 Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties, which requires that such notices be jointly signed by both the National Chairman and National Secretary of the party.

INEC, in the letter signed by acting Secretary, Mathru Aminu, advised the PDP to ensure proper compliance with its rules moving forward.


“The commission draws your attention that the notice is not in compliance with the requirement of part 2(12)3 of the Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties, 2022 that provides ‘the National Chairman and National Secretary of the Party shall jointly sign the notice of convention, congress, conference or meeting and submit same to the Commission. Be guided,” the letter read.


The development came after the PDP, in a letter dated May 30, formally informed the electoral body of its intention to hold the landmark NEC meeting at its National Secretariat in Abuja.

The notice, signed solely by the party’s acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, was in accordance with INEC’s 21-day notification requirement for political meetings of such magnitude.

According to party insiders, the June 30 meeting is expected to address several longstanding internal issues, including the controversy surrounding the office of the National Secretary, ratification of recent zonal congresses, and review of key committee reports.

The PDP has been plagued by internal strife before and after the 2023 general elections. Disputes across zones, particularly in Rivers, the South-South, and South-East regions, along with disagreements over leadership roles, have continued to deepen tensions within the party. The North-Central zonal congress recently added to the party’s list of unresolved issues.

These challenges have led to repeated postponements of the NEC meeting six times in total stalling critical decisions and prompting defections of key figures such as Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno to the ruling All Progressives Congress.

The Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has suspended his Chief Press Secretary, Hon. Ukeyima John UKmoni, indefinitely for participating in the #EndBenueGenocide protest in defiance of official orders.

The suspension, which was issued through the Office of the Principal Special Assistant on Youth and Media Mobilisation, was contained in a letter dated June 15, 2025, and signed by Mr Lubem Terkura (Aluta General).

The letter stated that UKmoni was “working against the explicit directives of your Principal” and described his conduct as “a serious breach of your duties and the trust placed in your office.”

Ahead of the protest, UKmoni had posted on Facebook: “Tomorrow morning at wurukum roundabout, Black on Black outfit. We are marching to the Wurukum Roundabout for a peaceful message to Stop Benue K!lli.ngs. We are not here for violence but to Stop Benue K!l.lings. After all #IKnowWhereIBelong This is just the only message we are passing across #StopBenueKillings.”

According to one of his posts, he saw a video of a woman whose five children and mother were killed and burnt to ashes, he couldn't help but jump to the street, asking himself “what if I'm the one”.

Reacting to his suspension, UKmoni wrote on Facebook: “Good morning Hon PSA to the Governor of Benue State on Youth and Media Mobilization Hon Krayzeetee Atu Terver, I received your letter via Facebook this morning that you have suspended me immediately and indefinitely.

“I accept my indefinite suspension even though I wasn't given any Appointment Letter officially.

“You and many people know I am not the type that will ever speak ill or Negative about anybody I have ever worked for or will work for in future no matter the circumstances because I believe Silence is golden when it comes to such.

“So I appreciate the little time we both spent together during this appointment, you are my brother and will always be a brother to me.

“I wish you all the Best in life. thank you after all #IKnowWhereIBelong.”

SaharaReporters previously reported that a wave of brutal violence had continued to engulf communities in Benue State.

The latest attack carried out over the weekend claimed more than 100 lives, according to Amnesty International.

It was learnt that dozens of people were burnt alive and many others shot dead when suspected herdsmen launched a late-night attack on Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State.

The attack, which occurred between Friday night and the early hours of Saturday, saw the assailants split into two groups—one stormed the police station, while the other moved from house to house, killing residents and setting buildings ablaze.

Rev. Fr. Polycarp Lubo, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Plateau State, is dead.

The death which cause is yet to be known occurred in the early hours of Sunday.




While announcing the cleric’s demise, the Archdiocesan, Chancellor Fr. Daniel Gyang, said, “On a sad note but with total submission to the will of God, we hereby announce the passing unto eternal glory of very Rev. Fr. Dr. Polycarp Lubo, who passed on to eternal glory in the wee hours of the morning of Sunday 15th June, 2025.