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SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwO4fzrFRb8

The former PDP spokesperson, Kola Ologbondiyan, however, maintained that no matter how many opposition leaders the APC manages to attract, the party will still have to contend with millions of Nigerians in its bid to retain power in 2027.

“But you know one thing, at the end of it all, it is going to be about the Nigerians’ position. “You may pack all the 36 governors and put them in one boardroom and say they should declare for you. Have you packed the over 200 million Nigerians into the same boardroom? The answer is no,” he said.

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp6mE_MSr8g

1999 interview of commissioners under the then Lagos Governor, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu in performance of the Governor during his 100 days in office and future plans looking ahead.

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUkLnrVnLh0

The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-olu visited Zion Ministry and worshiped with Evang. Chukwuebuka Anozie Obi who is the spiritual director of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach and an anointed servant of God.

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OsiC453DCk

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that the renovated Abuja International Conference Centre (AICC) will be the first project to be inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu to mark his second anniversary in office.

Wike, who stated this after inspecting the project in Abuja, commended Julius Berger, the contractor executing the total renovation of the edifice, for the quality of job so far.

He also commended the construction company for working based on agreed timeline for completion of the project.

The minister said that the centre was in a terrible state before Tinubu directed that it should be rehabilitated and upgraded to the status of an international conference centre.

He noted that the centre was built in 1991, saying “it is surprising that no one had attempted to give it a facelift until now.”

He described the feat as a prime example of “effective leadership”.

“No responsible leader would allow such a facility to be referred to as an international conference centre, given its deplorable state.

“Today, the centre has been transformed into a world-class facility, thanks to Mr President’s leadership and support.

“That’s what leadership is all about,” Wike said.

The minister also inspected the ongoing extension of Obafemi Awolowo Way (N5), from Life Camp Junction to Ring Road III, being executed by Julius Berger.

He expressed optimism that the first phase of the project would be part of the projects that would be inaugurated by Tinubu to celebrate his second anniversary in office.

He commended the contractor for keeping to the project timeline, saying, “their commitment to excellence was evident in every aspect of the project, from the equipment used to the skilled labour employed.

“This project is a testament to the Renewed Hope agenda, and we’re thrilled to see it come to fruition,” Wike stated.

https://leadership.ng/may-29-abuja-icc-is-first-project-to-be-inaugurated-by-tinubu-wike/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OsiC453DCk

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that the renovated Abuja International Conference Centre (AICC) will be the first project to be inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu to mark his second anniversary in office.

Wike, who stated this after inspecting the project in Abuja, commended Julius Berger, the contractor executing the total renovation of the edifice, for the quality of job so far.

He also commended the construction company for working based on agreed timeline for completion of the project.

The minister said that the centre was in a terrible state before Tinubu directed that it should be rehabilitated and upgraded to the status of an international conference centre.

He noted that the centre was built in 1991, saying “it is surprising that no one had attempted to give it a facelift until now.”

He described the feat as a prime example of “effective leadership”.

“No responsible leader would allow such a facility to be referred to as an international conference centre, given its deplorable state.

“Today, the centre has been transformed into a world-class facility, thanks to Mr President’s leadership and support.

“That’s what leadership is all about,” Wike said.

The minister also inspected the ongoing extension of Obafemi Awolowo Way (N5), from Life Camp Junction to Ring Road III, being executed by Julius Berger.

He expressed optimism that the first phase of the project would be part of the projects that would be inaugurated by Tinubu to celebrate his second anniversary in office.

He commended the contractor for keeping to the project timeline, saying, “their commitment to excellence was evident in every aspect of the project, from the equipment used to the skilled labour employed.

“This project is a testament to the Renewed Hope agenda, and we’re thrilled to see it come to fruition,” Wike stated.

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQ3mE6cOyyA

A professor of Political Economy, Pat Utomi has declared that he won’t seek any political office in Nigeria again, defending the Shadow Government as Convener of the newly announced Big Tent Coalition Shadow Government.

Utomi also stated that he won’t accept any appointment or contract by any Nigerian government.

“Let me state clearly: I will not run for public office, I will not accept an appointment, contract by any government in Nigeria. My only concern is the well-being of the next generation,” he stated.

“I have lived my life decently without government money or stealing anybody’s thing. I want to take that away from people who talk nonsense like, ‘Oh, he is looking for contract.'”

KillVDMnow:
Anambra people don't joke with Tinubu

Britishpea:
Tinubu has brewed deep into the earths of the people that matter in Nigeria...His name is POLITICS and i ant to be like him in so many ways but not all

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDrIDeAZMAo

Former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Emeka Anyaoku, has expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s abilities to tackle Nigeria’s problems.

Speaking at the inauguration of projects in Awka, the elder statesman hailed Tinubu’s contributions to the return of democracy in Nigeria since 1999.

“Your Excellency’s personal records as a NADECO champion of the return of democracy to our country in 1999 inspires my confidence that you will successfully steer the ship of our country through his present serious challenges including the underperforming economy, which breeds massive poverty and widespread insecurity to the destination that we all the citizens of this country desire,” Anyaoku stated.

Anyaoku prayed for God’s wisdom for the President, stressing that governing a pluralistic country like Nigeria is a complex task.

Wealthoptulent:
NIGERIANS should KNOW that.. we keep Remembering u all & NATION in our PRAYERS

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vglZbWaGH_0

Reactions Have trialed the release of VDM by the EFCC

opular social media activist, Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, has secured release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.

His release was confirmed on Wednesday by his legal counsel, Deji Adeyanju, who simply told our correspondent, “He has been released.”

Otse has been in EFCC custody since Friday, May 2, following his arrest over multiple petitions alleging serious financial crimes.

The EFCC, in a statement on Tuesday by its Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, disclosed that the controversial online figure was granted administrative bail but remained in custody pending the fulfillment of his bail conditions at the time.

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zKcGE5U_6A

It all went down when American actress and singer Selena pulled into a gas station in Los Angeles and parked just a little too far forward for the pump hose to reach her SUV. What could've been a simple fix suddenly turned into a slightly awkward situation, made even more intense by the unmistakable sound of paparazzi cameras clicking around her.

Rather than hop back in and reverse the car herself, Selena who seemed more amused than flustered turned to the paparazzi and asked for help, saying she didn't know how to put the car in reverse. Whether she meant it literally or was just trying to make the best of an uncomfortable moment, one of the photographers stepped up and moved the car back for her, letting her fill up the tank.

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-STz6kHwq4
The crisis in the Labour Party took a new turn as the Nenadi Usman-led Caretaker Committee, backed by Abia State Governor Alex Otti and 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, announced that it had commenced an investigation into the “numerous corruption and forgery allegations” levelled against embattled National Chairman, Julius Abure.

Usman made the disclosure at a press conference in Abuja, held to counter the National Executive Council meeting convened last week by the Abure-led National Working Committee.

According to her, a disciplinary committee chaired by the Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, Ireti Kingibe, with LP chieftain, Peter Ameh, as secretary, has been established to probe the allegations against Abure and recommend appropriate sanctions, if found guilty.

“After a careful and comprehensive review of the Supreme Court judgment delivered on April 4, 2025, the National Executive Council is deeply concerned by the subsequent actions of Julius Abure, particularly his continued impersonation of the esteemed office of the National Chairman of the Labour Party,” Usman said.

The caretaker committee also denounced Abure’s recent attempt to sanction Governor Otti, describing it as invalid.

In response, Abure’s faction, at a separate NEC meeting, announced the suspension of Otti and six other key party figures, including Senator Kingibe, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, Victor Afam Ogene, Amobi Ogah, and Seyi Sowumi, over alleged anti-party activities.

Abure, in a statement, said, “NEC reviewed the anti-party activities of Dr Alex Otti, the Abia State Governor and other erring members and consequently set up a disciplinary committee. The committee is given two weeks to submit its report.

“NEC expressed its commitment to continue to seek peace and reconciliation within the ranks of the party and again extends an olive branch to all aggrieved members of the party to sheath their swords in the overall interest of the Party and our dear nation.”

The disciplinary committee members, as announced by Abure’s faction, include Dr Ayo Olorunfemi (Chairman), Alhaji Umar Farouk (Secretary), Kehinde Edun, Mrs Dudu Manuga, and Callistus Ihejiagwa.

Hours later, a statement issued by the National Secretary of the Labour Party, Umar Farouk, declared the indefinite suspension of the affected members, effective immediately.

SamGift0817:
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General O.O. Oluyede, has relocated to the North-East to directly oversee military operations under Operation HADIN KAI amid intensified efforts to eliminate terrorist threats in the region.

The Nigerian Army disclosed this development via its official X handle on Wednesday, confirming the Army chief’s presence in the theatre of operations.

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aby3Qu9H_vM

“VDM is not above the law. He needs to learn how to fight constructively. His behavior shows he’s lawless” — Nigerians react to VeryDarkMan’s arrest.

Nigerian youths have shared different opinions on VDM's arrest, detention

The arrest—reportedly over alleged defamatory remarks—has sparked fierce reactions nationwide.

VDM, a digital bulldozer infamous for dragging celebrities, influencers, and public figures into his fiery exposés, was picked up in Abuja on Friday night, sources say. While the police remain tight-lipped about his real identity, they confirmed that he is currently in custody and under investigation for alleged cyberbullying, defamation, and inciting public unrest.

“This arrest followed several complaints. We’re investigating due process violations and potential harm caused through online content,” a police spokesperson stated. “The suspect’s rights are being respected.”

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FgO6T_8Cto

“But if he insists that he wants to run and wants to become the president, as we are already seeing it playing out, his political ending may not be as palatable as he is thinking because right now, from his political family, he has lost substantial people, probably sixty to seventy per cent,” Bwala added.
Obi’s alliance with Atiku would be a “mistake.”

Bwala also addressed the growing speculation about a possible alliance between Atiku and Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, warning that any such move could be politically disastrous for Obi.

SamGift0817:
The governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Zulum, has banned the sale of alcoholic beverages while accusing military and other security personnel of promoting criminality and antisocial vices in Maiduguri and its environs.

The Governor said that ex and current serving personnel of the Nigerian security forces have played a significant role in influencing the civilian populace into criminality, radicalism, prostitution and other vices, heightening terrorism threats in the state.

The governor said this on Tuesday at the inauguration of a reconstituted committee on “revocation of illegal hotels, brothels, shanties, and criminal hideouts and curbing the menace of antisocial vices” at the council chambers of the government house in Maiduguri.

“I am happy to know that army officers are here, especially the military, police, and others are here because most of these activities were committed by whom? Some of them are dismissed army officers, dismissed security officers, current army officers, men and officers, including civilians.

“So, there should be no sacred cow in this matter if we want the Maiduguri metropolis and indeed the state to get rid of insurgency, terrorism and other sorts of criminalities,” Zulum said.

In the brief event, the Zulum reconstituted and re-empowered the committee to purge the state of all forms of criminality and antisocial vices in the Maiduguri metropolis and surrounding environments.

The ban on sales and consumption of liquor and alcoholic contents, according to the governor, stems from the rising cases of clashes among rival groups, cultism, prostitution, drug abuse, thuggery and theft, which have led to loss of lives and valuables.

The governor co-opted the military, police, civil defence, and several other security agencies, including the civilian JTF, to join the committee for a holistic approach.

Acknowledging the task before the reconstituted committee, the co-chair decried the deteriorating internal security in Maiduguri and outlined the committee’s immediate line of action.

With the liquor embargo and the demolition of hotels and infrastructures identified as harbouring criminal activities, it is yet to be seen if this decision will affect internal revenue in the state amidst the controversies surrounding the tax reform bill before the national assembly, which the Borno State Governor and notable leaders from the state have championed.

https://www.channelstv.com/2025/05/07/zulum-bans-sale-of-alcohol-in-borno-accuses-security-personnel-of-promoting-criminality/

SamGift0817:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HAVLr7xeD9Q

Rivers PDP has reacted to the recent walk-out staged by some Rivers Women at an empowerment programme organised by the office of the First Lady.

Recall that there was a mild drama when some women walked out on Theresa Ibas, wife of Rivers State Sole Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas.

The women were seen in a video clip demanding the reinstatement of suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara.

The incident happened during an Empowerment Programme organised by the Nigerian First Lady, Remi Tinubu, in Port Harcourt, the state capital.

The president’s wife was billed to attend the event where about 500 women were to receive various empowerment items.

DOM7:
Let's be fair, is VDM above the law?or does it mean if he is an activist he cannot commit crime?