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Stop Demoralizing Army With Constant Blackmail, Oba Oyelude Warns Zulum
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum has been advised to stop demoralizing the Nigerian Army with his constant condemnation but rather encourage them to boost their morale to tackle the intractable insurgency in the North East.
This admonition was made by the Olowu of Owu Kuta, His Royal Majesty, Oba Hammed Adekunle Makama Oyelude, Tegbosun 111, during a recent chat with journalists in his palace in Osun State.
Governor Zulum, on Monday visited the location along Maiduguri-Damaturu road, the only safe route that leads to Borno State, where Boko Haram insurgents struck and abducted 35 travellers last weekend.
The governor, while inspecting the level of destruction perpetrated by Boko Haram at the scene of the attack, expressed shock and annoyance on how such magnitude of attack was being perpetrated under the watch of the soldiers and police special squads deployed to protect the highway, saying the army has failed to do their assigned jobs.
“…Surprisingly we have a Brigade Commander with his team in Jakana; we also have a commanding officer with his battalion in Auno; both teams cover a distance of only 20 kilometres, and they have failed to protect the commuters. The Nigeria Army has failed us; they have failed in discharging their role of protecting the commuters,” the Governor was quoted.
Reacting to that statement, the notable monarch urged the governor to be less frontally in his attack of the military as they needed all the encouragement and support to battle those insurgents to submission.
“I am disappointed in Governor Zulum for his constant attacks of the Nigeria Army at every opportunity he has over the activities of the vicious Boko Haram insurgents in Borno. He should stop demoralizing the soldiers but rather encourage and boost their morale. I have no doubt in my mind that our military will survive any form of blackmail from any quarter,” Oba Oyelude stated.
The Olowu noted that instead of blaming the military over the spike in the level of insecurity leading to more people being killed in the State, the governor should encourage a symbiotic effort to tackle the menace.
Zulum, since he assumed office last year, has been very vocal in his criticism of security agencies anytime he feels they are not performing.
The Borno governor, who sometimes ignores security advice to visit troubled parts of Borno State, once accused soldiers of deliberately attacking his convoy to prevent him from reaching a troubled fishing community in the state.
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Ogun State Turns 50: Genesis Global Prophet Israel Offers Prayers for Unity During Celebrations
Ogun State Turns 50: Genesis Global Prophet Israel Offers Prayers for Unity During Celebrations
As Ogun State celebrates its golden jubilee, it is worth recalling that the state was created on February 3, 1976, and has since witnessed rapid development and growth across its entire domain.Ogun State has demonstrably proven itself to be one of the most progressive states in Nigeria, boasting rapid development, as observed by Prophet Israel Oladele Ogundipe in a statement released through his media aide, Oluwaseun Fabiyi.
“I am proud to hail from Ogun State, a region blessed with an abundance of mineral resources and home to a significant number of manufacturing companies in Nigeria, which is a testament to the state’s unique blessings and favour. Ogun State is richly endowed with esteemed public figures who have distinguished themselves in diverse fields such as politics, academia, religion, entertainment, and sports. The state is proud to have produced leaders of national stature, including a President and Vice President of Nigeria, while its entertainment and sports personalities have garnered international recognition, consistently positioning Ogun State at the forefront of national achievements” Governor Dapo Abiodun’s regime has prioritized infrastructural development, commissioning roads, and showcasing achievements that demonstrate Ogun’s remarkable progress, worthy of commemoration at fifty.
Ogun State has emerged as a pivotal entity in Nigeria, steadily growing in strategic importance. Strategically situated near Lagos, it serves as a vital commercial corridor, connecting the nation’s economic hub to the Southwest region. By living up to its reputation as the Gateway State, Ogun unlocks opportunities for enterprise, tourism, and development.Economically and infrastructurally, the state has progressed significantly, and its political journey has been outstanding in all facets.
It is with great pleasure that I join in celebrating this milestone with Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, while praying for increased unity within Ogun State and beyond, to ensure that the state’s progress translates into rapid growth for its inhabitants.
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Buratai Congratulates Newly Elected TYBGRCC Executive, Commends Transparent 2026 Polls
Buratai Congratulates Newly Elected TYBGRCC Executive, Commends Transparent 2026 Polls
February 2, 2026
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AANI CELEBRATES BRIGADIER-GENERAL S. K. USMAN (RTD), mni (SEC 40, 2018), ON HIS BIRTHDAY
*AANI CELEBRATES BRIGADIER-GENERAL S. K. USMAN (RTD), mni (SEC 40, 2018), ON HIS BIRTHDAY
On behalf of the National Executive Committee and the entire AANI family, the President of the Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI), Ambassador Emmanuel Obi Okafor, mni, warmly felicitates with Brigadier-General S. K. Usman (Rtd), mni (SEC 40, 2018), on the occasion of his birthday today, Monday, 2nd February 2026.
Brigadier-General S. K. Usman (Rtd), mni, is a former Director of Army Public Relations (DAPR) of the Nigerian Army, widely respected for his professionalism, strategic communication expertise, and principled leadership. He also served meritoriously as the immediate past National Publicity Secretary of AANI, where he significantly strengthened the Association’s public engagement, visibility, and messaging standards. Since retirement, he remains active as a security consultant and public affairs analyst, offering authoritative insights on national security and governance. He holds the traditional title of Sarkin Yakin Kanwan Katsina and currently serves as Chairman, Board of Trustees of the Confederation of African Journalists (CAJ). Notably, he is fondly acknowledged for mentoring and transforming the current AANI National Publicity Secretary from an engineer into a refined wordsmith.
The AANI family joins his family, friends, colleagues, and mentees in celebrating this distinguished officer, communicator, and mentor, wishing him good health, long life, and continued relevance in national service.
Warm regards,
Engr. Ifeanyi Jude Ngama, mni
National Publicity Secretary, AANI
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