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This is OFFLINE Abia state, they don't want you to see ONLINE...

This is Uratta Road Aba,the entrance to this road was reconstructed by Alex Otti and his Ott!diots were showing it ONLINE but less than 3 poles after that you see this!!! pic.twitter.com/eshzZMVSNV

— Senior Pst Okezie James Atañi. (@Onsogbu) March 25, 2026

Ahmad Umar, a Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, has refuted claims that he was detained by the Department of State Services (DSS), following a recent visit by Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate.

In Tuesday post on his X page, Obi alleged that Umar was arrested shortly after hosting him in Kaduna last Sunday.

However, in viral video which circulated hours after @PeterObi's post, Umar refuted the claim, insisting he was neither detained nor mistreated.

The cleric said he was only invited for questioning and he had since been released.

I was not detained by the DSS, I was invited for questioning. I cooperated fully and was released.

- Shiekh Ahmed Tijjani Umar of ADC pic.twitter.com/hQxyAVn095

— Emma ik Umeh (Tcee )🇳🇬 (@emmaikumeh) March 24, 2026

"....Alex Otti will not oppose President Tinubu’s re-election in 2027....."

House of Representatives Member, Ginger Onwusibe (LP, Abia State) pic.twitter.com/vMFDfvMMiH

— Ayekooto (@DeeOneAyekooto) March 23, 2026

"I think there's a bigger game plan with Tinubu and APC. With the way they're moving – sharing rice, The City Boy Movement, owning 31 out of 35 states' governors in Nigeria.

I don't think President Tinubu is preparing for 2027. I think he's preparing for 2032; I think he wants to go for a third term. He's pushing for a one-party system. What they're doing now doesn't look like a plan for 2027." - VeryDarkMan

The inaugural flight has successfully touched down from Gusau International Airport. pic.twitter.com/uQycffolT6

— Imran Muhammad (@Imranmuhdz) March 22, 2026

"Don't worry my people, don't be afraid, concerning what is going on in politics (PDP), dont lose hope. God will do good for us....."

Seyi Makinde encourages supporters on Sallah Day amid political capsizing pic.twitter.com/TnkPB2q36s

— Ayekooto (@DeeOneAyekooto) March 20, 2026

Barteze:
Odion Ighalo community development service to his childhood community not government.

Barteze:
Which chairman? Na Odion Ighalo work oooh.

Imo State youths shut down the city as they troop out in large numbers to welcome Seyi Tinubu and Cubana Chiefpriest, loudly hailing Seyi Tinubu on arrival. pic.twitter.com/NZ1OMMHvuF

— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) March 13, 2026

A newly built Tolu Schools Complex in Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area, nearly ready for commissioning, has over 52 schools rebuilt into modernized Structures. Mr. Governor, @jidesanwoolu, is truly putting our tax money to good use. 👏📚

A newly built Tolu Schools Complex in Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area, nearly ready for commissioning, has over 52 schools rebuilt into modernized Structures. Mr. Governor, @jidesanwoolu, is truly putting our tax money to good use. 👏📚 #ForAGreaterLagos
Cc: @Mr_JAGs pic.twitter.com/eAwvoPSClb

— Hassan Jaguar (@thisisjaguar) March 13, 2026

adamkkk:
There is crisis in APGA... D chairaman decision to support Tinubu is already a case of concern

“Nigerians should be happy that Tinubu is correcting the errors of past leaders….”

Reuben Abati pic.twitter.com/IEajugkMpC

— Ayekooto (@DeeOneAyekooto) March 12, 2026

Just In: Tracy Ohiri Apologizes to Senator Engr. David Umahi. pic.twitter.com/0qh44QyjWI

— Mohammed Jammal (@whitenigerian) March 11, 2026

Barely 24 hours after an indefinite suspension slammed on Senator representing the FCT in the National Assembly, Ireti Kingibe by her Ward in Wuse, the African Democratic Party on Thursday threw its weight behind the action, saying she withheld funds meant for campaigns during the recent Area Council elections.

The party also said she provided an office and later turned back to retrieve it under strange circumstances for no justifiable reasons, adding, QUOTE, "Till date, the ADC FCT is still holding important strategic meetings under trees even when we have a sitting Senator."

Several calls, SMS and WhatsApp messages sent by ARISE News to Senator Ireti Kingibe for response were not replied as at the time of this report.

The Publicity Secretary of ADC, FCT Chapter, Samuel Chukwudi
Nwigbo, in an open letter to all the members of the National Working Committee questioned how a serious party would attempt to go into a major election with a candidate who refused to come openly and campaign for her party in a serious election held under her constituency.

The letter titled, "The Many Sins of Distinguished Senator Ireti and Why her Suspension is Justifiable", was obtained by ARISE News in Abuja.

There is no other way to treat a bandit than this. They don't deserve mercy. pic.twitter.com/1tZ6mg9lOm

— 𝕊𝕀𝕊𝕋𝔸𝕃𝕀𝔸ℕ𝕆 🇳🇬💐 (@Sistaliano) March 12, 2026

iwaeda:
Chelsea, World championships.

VIDEO: 100 CNG buses now providing free and reliable transport for commuters and civil servants, easing the burden of rising fuel costs. 🚍⛽

Omo, this is a very Good move by people's Gov Uba Sani, other states should emulate this👇❤️🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/65YBl899oa

— A. Ayofe (@abdullahayofel) March 11, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given his approval for Lamido Abubakar Yuguda to be appointed as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Education
- http://M.Sc. in Money, Banking and Finance – University of Birmingham, United Kingdom (1991)
- http://B.Sc. (Honours) in Accountancy – Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria (1983)

Professional Experience

Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
- Director, Reserve Management Department (2010–2016)
Led teams responsible for managing and diversifying Nigeria's foreign exchange reserves, implementing risk-aware investment strategies, and growing reserve assets significantly through disciplined portfolio management (cash, fixed-term deposits, foreign government treasury bills, etc.).

- Various Senior Roles (2001–2010)
Focused on restructuring and diversifying the CBN's foreign exchange reserve portfolio post-return from IMF.

- Senior Manager, Investment Office, Foreign Operations Department (1992–1997 onward progression)
Handled external debt service payments and investment of external reserves in liquid, high-quality assets.

- Earlier Assignments (1984–1992)
- Senior Supervisor, Foreign Operations Department (1984): Maintained Nigeria’s external debt records.
- Banking Supervision Department (1985): Worked on prudential regulation, bank licensing, and oversight.
- Debt Conversion Committee Secretariat (1988): Pioneer staff managing the Nigerian Debt Conversion Programme.

International Monetary Fund (IMF), Washington DC
- Economist, Africa Department (1997–2001)
Assessed economic policies and managed balance-of-payments support programs for IMF member countries in Africa.

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria
- Director-General (2020–2024)
Oversaw regulation and development of Nigeria's capital markets, driving reforms, investor protection, and market integrity initiatives. (Succeeded in 2024; previously served as a Board Member.)

Other Affiliations
- Non-Executive Director, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)
- Non-Executive Director, Premium Pension Limited
- Attended executive leadership programs at Harvard, INSEAD, IMD, Saïd Business School (Oxford), Wharton, Haas, Kellogg, Chicago Booth, and London Business School.

Professional Qualifications & Certifications
- CFA Charterholder (Chartered Financial Analyst)
- Fellow, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA, ICAN)
- Fellow, Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (FCIBN)
- Certificate in Financial Asset Management and Engineering – Swiss Finance Institute, Geneva, Switzerland
- Certificate in Investment Performance Management – CFA Institute, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA

Key Skills
- Reserve asset and foreign exchange portfolio management
- Monetary and economic policy analysis
- Financial regulation

pic.twitter.com/JwNjWpV5Yj China is experiencing long fuel station queue.

— Seyi Afolayan (@africainfostat) March 11, 2026