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Cmanforall:
Do they need to shop?

Are there no Directors in the respective ministries to be promoted as Permanent secretaries?

Nigeria

Wawelexy:
US secret service on an discreet hunt, and yet it's on the African most visited forum's front page, even with the exact amount involved. Are you kidding? It's no more discreet. What if one of the culprits is a nairalander? That amount of money will take him to an unknown island to enjoy the rest of his life.

IbrahimSalihu:
In the realm of Nigerian media, a storm of allegations surrounding blackmail and propaganda has emerged, with Mr. Jackson Ude taking center stage. Presently residing in the United States, Ude stands accused of exploiting his media platform to engage in a pattern of destructive behavior, tarnishing the reputations of those unfortunate enough to cross his path. Among his recent victims is the highly esteemed Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Alhaji Yusuf Magaji Bichi.

Jackson Ude's Troubled History Unearthed

Before his relocation to the United States, Jackson Ude left behind a trail of controversy in Nigeria, specifically in his Abuja neighborhood at Suncity residence. Reports indicate that law enforcement was regularly summoned by neighbors due to the alleged rampant use of drugs within his premises. Ude's residence came to an abrupt and contentious end, culminating in a forceful eviction from a serviced bungalow. Interestingly, he departed with all electronics originally provided by the landlord, leaving the property owner in an ongoing search.

The Latest Target: Alhaji Yusuf Magaji Bichi

Alhaji Yusuf Magaji Bichi, a prominent figure in Nigeria's intelligence community, now finds himself entangled in the intricate web of Jackson Ude's allegations. The Director General of the DSS, boasting extensive training in intelligence processing, agent handling, and strategic planning, is confronted with the daunting task of countering accusations that pose a significant threat to his illustrious career.

Bichi's Storied Career and Contributions to National Security

Bichi's career is marked by unwavering dedication to national security and intelligence. Trained in the UK and at the prestigious National Defence College, he has held pivotal roles across various states, including Jigawa, Niger, Sokoto, and Abia. Bichi's expertise spans crucial positions such as the State Director of Security and key roles at the National Headquarters, including Director of National Assembly Liaison, Director of Security Enforcement, Director of Operations, Directorate of Intelligence, Directorate of Inspection, and Directorate of Administration and Finance. He has also contributed significantly by serving as a Director at the State Service Academy.

The Imperative of Scrutiny and Lessons Learned

As the allegations against Jackson Ude unfold, there is an urgent need to scrutinize the source and motivations behind these damaging claims. Ude's checkered history raises serious questions about the credibility of his accusations and the potential consequences of unchecked misinformation. The case serves as a stark reminder of the darker side of media and the harm that can arise from unchecked allegations. Alhaji Yusuf Magaji Bichi faces the uphill battle of defending his reputation, emphasizing the importance of discernment in navigating the intricate landscape of accusations with far-reaching consequences on individuals' lives and careers.


Written Boma Blankson, Convener of Coalition for Social Justice

Source: https://emporiumreporters.com.ng/unveiling-the-dark-past-of-jackson-ude-a-serial-blackmailers-trail-of-deceit-shakes-nigerian-media/

IbrahimSalihu:
It baffles and often aches me how we got to this level of social media degeneracy in which publications are let loose in their wildest representations. Cautions are now thrown overboard on issues that require facts with zero consideration for the readers' intelligence. The situation becomes more unfortunate when one is the subject of writing.

A post alleging that the Director-General State Services (DGSS), Yusuf Bichi, CFR embezzled palliative funds meant for the personnel of the secret Service is already making the rounds in the social media. However, a close friend who works in that organization revealed that no such funds have been received by the DSS. This makes me wonder how people like Jackson Ude who posted the defamatory piece on X feel comfortable to write untruths about others.

I was further made to know that the social media publication was a handiwork of some unscrupulous and over-ambitious high-ranking officers in the DSS who seek to occupy the seat of the DGSS. The way they have chosen to achieve their goal is character assassination. This is done to cause the disaffection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR against the DG. What they fail to realize is that Tinubu is such an intelligent personality who doesn't act or take decisions based on hearsay but facts before him. Has anyone wondered why Tinubu reappointed Mele Kyari as the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL)? Mr President has seen the new wave in the NNPCL since its incorporation as a public limited company under the leadership of Kyari, possibly reason he felt he should continue as the helmsman.

Read more: https://www.vigil360.com.ng/exclusive-report/58-special-reports/23665-allegation-of-palliative-fraud-against-dgss,-yusuf-bichi-unfounded.html

IbrahimSalihu:
A publication credited to a Nigerian- American journalist, Jackson Ude, wherein it was alleged that the Director-general, State Services (DGSS), Mr Yusuf Bichi, is employing blackmail against the Supreme Court Justices to influence a favourable judgement for President Bola Tinubu at the Supreme Court is baseless and unfounded. This can only be the handiwork of some mischief makers who want to cause confusion in the polity.

It is really unpatriotic the length to which some of our politicians go in order to settle their grievances. This is more worrisome when cases taken to court are directly or indirectly discussed, wondering if the penalty for contempt of court no longer subsists. The disturbing trend now is subtly pre-empting the decision of the court, whipping up sentiments against the arbiters of justice. The Judiciary deserves much more respect than that.

What Jackson Ude wrote about the DGSS and the Supreme Court justices did not only smear on the reputation of all the parties mentioned, it is also denigratory and passes for a libel. The contents of the publication are so weighty that they seem to be predicting the direction of the Supreme Court judgement in the Atiku Abubakar's appeal against President Tinubu. This is disrespectful to the country's Apex Court. The trend will continue if the fabricators of such fallacy and misinformation are not brought to justice.

Truth be told, we feel aggrieved at some points of our endeavors but going about spewing falsehood and unguarded statements, not minding whose reputation is damaged, is sickening and should not be tolerated. I particularly encourage evidence-based arguments. Anyone who does not have anything at hand whether written, recorded, pictorial or graphical, linking the accused to a crime is expected to remain silent and not mislead the populace. Nigeria is governed by laws and laws strive on facts and evidence when they are broken. I hope this spurious allegation will be promptly investigated to clear the air as the Supreme Court prepares for its appeal judgement on the last Presidential election.

Written by: Concerned Group for Equity and Justice.

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Hkatago:
As mixed reactions continue to trail the decision of the federal government to ease lockdown measures against COVID-19 pandemic, it has become imperative to point out a few concerns thus reminding the good people of Nigeria that any decision taken by government is both to protect lives and also preserve livelihoods. In particular, the ongoing decision which was carefully and meticulously reviewed with the best intentions to ease the suffering of Nigerians puts the government alive to its responsibilities. The FG has made it clear and have addressed if not all aspects surrounding the lockdown lifting in Abuja, Lagos and Ogun states, which it stressed will be phased, thereby leaving no room for ambiguity yet some Nigerians and groups opt to make pronouncements implicating the government.

A particular case is that of the broadcast made by the Spokesman of The Nigerian opposition coalition under the umbrella of "Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) on May 3, Mr Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, wherein some phony claims and accusations where made against the government. The spokesperson, while calling on the government to rescind its decision said relaxing the lockdown in the affected areas would translate to exposing the members of the public to danger and abandoning them to their fates more so that health workers were already raising the alarm over lack of adequate medical equipment including a shortage of bed spaces and isolation centers to manage the cases at hand.

Mr Ugochinyere on behalf of CUPP said Nigeria is one of the countries with the least testing capabilities, this claim may not be true because as of April, the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) accredited 15 laboratories across the country with an aggregate capacity to undertake 2,500 tests per day across the country. Several new fully equipped treatment and isolation centers have been operational across the country thereby increasing bed capacity to about three thousand.

The Government has also explained they are reviewing laboratory testing strategy to further increase the number of tests that can be performed including the accreditation of selected private laboratories that meet the accreditation criteria.

Based on federal government's recommendation State Governors activated State-level Emergency Operation Centre’s, established new treatment centres and ensured the delivery of aggressive risk communication strategies.

The group in their response also raised alarm of looming total outbreak of the deadly pandemic in the country based on emerging reports from the States of the Federation and Abuja. Such alarm will amount to a prophecy of doom, moreover, facts have proven that the measures emplaced thus far have yielded positive against projections and anticipations.

Mr Ugochinyere further mentioned that the appropriate step for the government was addressing the issue of the complaints of the health workers by mass acquiring modern equipment, stock the isolation centre’s, provide super palliatives to the citizens and then shut down the entire contents as being witnessed around the world in a concerted effort to curtail the further spread of the deadly pandemic. He should be reminded that over ten thousand healthcare workers have been trained. For their protection, additional personal protective equipment has been distributed to all the states and more training are being arranged.

The group also pointed out that the relaxation of the lockdown orders would lead to lawlessness and rubbished the little signs of progress already recorded as it would be impossible to enforce the protocols of the pandemic.

This may not be true as security agencies have risen to the challenge of imposing the necessary measures including restriction of movement of non essential staff and persons across states and within, enforcing mandatory use of face mask, mobile courts are being run against lockdown defaulters specifically in Abuja etc.

We need the support and cooperation of all if we must beat this disaster. The Government is doing its best as it continues to adopt and adapt new global realities put out on a daily basis to best suit the current local realities.

Idokojimmy:
The 2019 general elections have come and gone but the outcome of the exercise has continued to trouble some desperate political gladiators who had envisaged victory for their parties, friends, allies or godfathers. These elements who had demonstrated false sense of popularity before the elections, and perhaps had prepared for appointments as well as political settlement of their various ongoing corruption cases are the ones still aggrieved; refusing to move forward and attempting to destabilize the country with their misguided utterances.

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode leads this category of deranged, desperate and frustrated category of politicians. Months preceding the elections, Fani-Kayode, bolstered by the false social media monetarily-induced statistics had warned that the PDP would 'Venezuela President Buhari' if he fails to relinquish power. Months after his party, the PDP failed to win the elections, he is calling on his party to learn the 'art of opposition' from Venezuela and Sudan.

Why is Fani-Kayode not referring his party to the United States this time? When the Government appears to have failed in the eyes of opposition or trample the rule of law they refer us to the US embassy and United Nations. In fact when good examples are being discussed, you hear countries like UK, Canada, US, China and so on being listed. Why is Fani-Kayode and his party preferring the Venezuelan and Sudanese version of opposition now.

In case Fani-Kayode has forgotten, these two examples of his are suffering deep political upheaval, culminating in the death of hundreds of lives, and destruction of livelihoods and properties worth billions of Dollars. Would Fani-Kayode bring his children to the street for protest? Would he also recommend that security operatives treat the protesters as they are being treated in Venezuela and Sudan?
It must be noted that the situation in the referenced countries are world apart. Buhari came into power in 2015 following a resonating victory that was even widely accepted by the opposition. In a bid to consolidate his gains, he lawfully sought for reelection, campaigned across the states, and was eventually declared winner of the poll.

Being a constitutional democracy, elements aggrieved with the outcome of the poll had since approached the court seeking to upturn the results. The process is ongoing unhindered. Why then should an individual seek unnecessary bloodbath or crisis?

Security agencies must as a matter of urgency monitor the activity of this desperate warlord in the making. People like this can easily be recruited by foreign hostile elements to further their heinous agenda in the country. No country survives a civil war twice. Post elections eras are usually for healings and Unity. The interest of the country must be put above all interests. It is heartwarming that the President is seeking an all inclusive Next level. Nigerians must beware of war mongers that would activate their visas after causing national insecurity.

Kabiru Usman wrote from Abuja

Idokojimmy:
A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots - Marcus Garvey

Permit me to start this contribution with a wise man who once said one of the most profound statements I’ve heard in a long while. He said that “History has a basis for further action.” He said this phrase during a routine office morning meetings in our company before we open the doors of our business to customers. Somehow those words just stuck in my head.

However, recent events in Nigeria call for reflective moment when juxtaposed with current happenings in Venezuela. The ongoing crisis in Venezuela is no longer new as it is news. The South American country was once the wealthiest in Latin America, but now it is literally in turmoil. Scenes from Venezuela are better imagined than experienced. President Nicolas Maduro faces a challenge from opposition leader Juan Guaido, who’s attracting more support internationally and from its military ranks as the crisis lingers on for now, with no end in sight.

In the build-up to the postponed February 16, Presidential and National Assembly elections, a PDP stalwart and former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, had earlier threaten that should President Buhari rig the elections, the “Venezuelan treatment” will be meted out.

Sir, Nigerians know that when your likes begin to beat the drums of war while fanning the embers of religion and ethnic divisiveness, you will not be at the forefront of the protest you are calling for, either will any member of your family lead the charge.

It is unfortunate for Fani-Kayode to draw a parallel of the outcome of the elections to Venezuela as the elections have come and gone with a winner already declared by the electoral body.

Moving forward, it now behoves on all aggrieved aspirants to seek redress in the courts within the ambit of the countries election laws and not resort to protest or demonstrations they can’t control if at all hijacked by hoodlums.

Enough said a word is enough for the wise.


TAYO WROTE FROM LAGOS


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OMEGA009:
FTC!!!!!!!
What can a girl say? Momma, I made it. I haff arrove. I dedicate this FTC to all my fans, air conditioners and even “akupes”.

Now, wia is Lala and my FTC prize money?

I’m no money grabbing Baby mama and I ain’t no farm implement used in making ridges so I need my frackking money.

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kahal29:
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HammedSodiqq:
What a week in our political history? The build-up was stellar, like a block buster movie, both the politician-actors and Nigerian-audience had had an experience that will be forever etched in the sands of time.

As analysis into the plausible cause of the event rages, at least one of the architects, Lawal Musa Daura, has been relieved of his appointment as the Director General of the Department of State Services.

Like the proverbial old woman in Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart, the two Ibrahims at the helms of affairs at the Police and EFCC have continued to act with so much unease. Remember Achebe once said that “an old woman always gets uncomfortable when dry bones are mentioned in a proverb.”

Only days earlier, the IGP masterminded the blockade of Saraki’s convoy in the full glare of the public. While Nigerians were still recovering from that episode he deployed his men to invade the Benue State House of Assembly, all without recourse to the rule of law.

That makes IGP Ibrahim Idris more culpable than Daura. In fact he started this whole drama, and unfortunately he’s now superintending over a kangoro investigation into an incident that was a culmination of his failed leadership as the Inspector General.

Now that the “dry bone” of sack is passing around, it will be unjust to equity, justice and fairness for the IGP to hold onto his seat. No way, he too must have his own chew.

Idris has been anything but a disgrace to the Nigeria Police Force. He has demonstrated times without number that he lacks the capacity to exhibit reasonable leadership; and that he does with crass impunity.

Even though he is using ongoing investigation and the media to shield himself from the Tuesday’s show of shame, he must never go unpunished. The Igbos have a saying that “...it is not the day the child spills oil that he is flogged, but rather the day he spills crude oil.”

Ibrahim Idris has spilled the crude oil several times in the past few weeks. Yes we forgive him for his many other sins. But for setting the tempo for whatever happened last Tuesday, he must be seen to have paid the price for his recklessness.

In clearing this mess, Nigerians cannot afford to look far, because you only look for an animal's eyes in its head.
Ibrahim Kpotun Idris is a culprit in this matter.

If he is left to carry on then it will be justice denied; and Nigerians will continue to suffer from the indiscretion of such public office holders.

Frank Eze.

Ibukunmer:
Mclaren senna would easily smash this record. In addition, this was done with Pirelli trofeo ultra sticky.

Israelmossaic:
Fayose did not lose, his party did. we practice party democracy.

However, Fayose provided the enabling platform for the defeat. His refusal to pacify Adeyeye after the guber primaries was one his greatest undoing.

Then of course non payment of salaries. Anybody that connects with the people would starve himself to feed the people. All Political appointees were receiving salaries and allowances while ordinary workers were starving.

The development made vote buying attractive. People Must Chop Na

dokiOloye:
Chinekeee.
Point number 10: "common marijuana addict".

Concerned EFCC staff,tell us more please