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Lagos Assembly asks Buhari to address the nation

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Lagos Assembly asks Buhari to address the nation

 

 

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly resumed from the Sallah break on Tuesday with a call on President Muhammadu Buhari to address the nation over issues relating to insecurity and rising sectional agitations across the country.

 

The House also said it was standing by the decisions reached by the southern governors at their recent meeting in Asaba, Delta State.

 

Calling the attention of his colleagues to the communique released by the governors after the meeting, the Deputy Leader of the House, Hon. Noheem Adams noted that the Lagos Assembly had always called for the establishment of state police.

 

Hon. Adams urged his colleagues to support the governors saying the latter had shown that they are alive to their responsibilities.

 

Adams, however, urged the governors to start restructuring in their states by implementing autonomy for state legislatures and judiciary.

 

He recalled how the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa, as chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures, led his colleagues to the president to seek autonomy for state legislatures and judiciary. He lamented that the governors had yet to implement it.

 

Speaker Obasa, who presided over the sitting, commended the governors for coming out at a period when insecurity had taken the ‘front seat’ of discussions. He also commended some members of the National Assembly for supporting the governors.

 

Obasa lamented the rise in the number of groups agitating for secession adding that Nigeria can be restructured if there is the willpower.

 

“People are getting tired of the call for constitutional conference because nothing had happened to previous ones,” he said adding that Nigeria needs true federalism at this stage.

 

The Speaker said it was disheartening to know that two neighboring states like Ogun and Lagos cannot unite to meet some of the needs of the people simply because such could be on the exclusive list.

 

Earlier in his contribution, Hon. Kehinde Joseph suggested that the National Assembly needed to amend the Act establishing the Nigeria Police Force for the creation of state police.

 

Speaking also, Hon. Jimi Mohammed, who supported the motion, said the decision of the southern governors boils down to insecurity adding: “We can’t clamor enough for the calls for state police.”

 

On his part, Hon. Sanni Okanlawon said the governors had made a statement by calling for the ban on open grazing which he described as archaic and has led to the death of many.

 

He said the restructuring of the country is long overdue. He also commended the southern governors for their other decisions.

 

Hon. Ajani Owolabi supported the motion and opposed those arguing that the constitution makes provision for freedom of movement. According to him, people who move must be citizens and must not move with the aim of damage. He however lamented that the herdsmen had failed in these two areas.

 

Hon. Adedola Kasunmu, while supporting the motion, urged that some items such as power be moved from the exclusive list to concurrent.

 

“Our national grid is getting weak and if the opportunity is given to states, it would help. If you fix power, you have fixed everything,” he said.

 

For Hon. Sentonji David, the country urgently needs to act against insecurity. “This is the time for us to have a restructured country,” he said.

 

The leader of the House, Sanai Agunbiade added: “A country cannot be drifting this way and the President is quiet. The President must address this country and assuage nerves.

 

“The National Assembly should come up with a bill to address the issue of state police. The bandits are multiplying like the amoeba.”

 

Hon. Adewale Temitope noted that the issue of insecurity had progressed rapidly and sent shivers down spines.

 

He commended the governors but urged them to also establish autonomy for state legislatures and judiciary.

 

He also lamented that most of the police officers in Lagos are from a particular region of the country and as such, they hardly understand the terrain and the people they are meant to protect.

 

Hon. Abiodun Tobun noted: “Cattle rearing is a private business. So it is supposed that you cannot use your business to stop my progress or movement.

 

“If truly we are practicing true federalism, then each state should be allowed to secure its area.”

 

Others who contributed included the Deputy Speaker of House, Hon. Wasiu Eshilokun-Sanni, Hon. Rasheed Makinde, and Hon. Bisi Yusuff.

 

 

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Oshodi-Isolo Chairman Otunba Oloyede Almaroof Strategize with Seyi Tinubu on Youths Engagement

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Oshodi-Isolo Chairman Otunba Oloyede Almaroof Strategize with Seyi Tinubu on Youths Engagement

 

In order for governance to reach the people president Bola Ahmed Tinubu had seek clarification from the Supreme Court to get financial autonomy for the Local government and It is not a secret that it is the tier of Government closest to the people. So while others are resting and merrying for the just concluded Ramadan, the Chairman of Oshodi-Isolo Local government Otunba Kehinde Adeola Oloyede Almaroof is engaged in a strategic meeting with Ambassador Seyi Tinubu, a known champion of youthful inclusivity, on how to positively impact the youths of his local government and Lagos State as a whole.

Seyi Tinubu, who is currently in Lagos for the festive break is known for his readiness to create chance to attend any meetings, functions or any discuss on how to better the lives of Nigerian youths and it is not strange that he’s discussing such with Otunba Oloyede the youthful oriented local government Chairman of Oshodi-Isolo Local government, who is also a usual go to.

Incidentally, while the meeting is going on, some of the detractors of wonder performing Chairman are busy peddling lies about the relationship between Otunba Kehinde Oloyede and Seyi Tinubu.

The meeting that lasted for several hours took place at a time many of the fake news merchants are preparing to embark on drinking spree at one night club or the other for the end of Ramadan celebrations.

Kendu as the Chairman is fondly called is in position to return for another term to serve the good people of Oshodi-Isolo and his overwhelming popularity amongst the populace has made him a target for smear campaigns by those whose chance, his achievements seems to have dimed.

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Let Peace And Unity Reigns in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo aide Daniel Eromosele plead with PDP

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Let Peace And Unity Reigns in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo aide Daniel Eromosele plead with PDP

Let Peace And Unity Reigns in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo aide Daniel Eromosele plead with PDP

 

 

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That The desperation of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State is alarming, to say the least. Despite their decisive loss in the September 21 election, they seem determined to inflict pain and suffering on the good people of Edo. Their strategy? To create chaos and violence across the state, thereby disrupting the peace and progress that the current administration is working hard to establish. With the intention to render the State ungovernable and create room for the declaration of State of emergency in Edo.

 

Let Peace And Unity Reigns in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo aide Daniel Eromosele plead with PDP

 

The recent gruesome killings of Muslims traveling through the state are a stark manifestation and reminder of the PDP’s wicked and bizzare intentions. What’s even more disturbing, however, is the fact that instead of condemning these heinous acts, some senior PDP officials are trying to downplay the severity of ugly incidents. They’re using these senseless killings to call on the Federal Government to declare a State of emergency in Edo State. Nothing can be more far from the truth that these same people are the perpetrators of these wicked and barbaric acts of criminality in the State. Its so sad that, their desperation has lost regard to sanctity of human life.

 

 

 

Let’s be clear: there’s no justification for these acts of criminality clothed in violence no matter the political leanings of the perpetrators or their victims. Every life is precious, and every killing is a tragedy that diminishes us all. Let it be known that those that orchestrated these acts of wickedness and criminality and those that defend them are guilty of the same offence and shall be so rewarded.

 

 

 

The hard truth is that whatever goes around comes around. The PDP and their failed candidate should let Edo enjoy the peace and progress that Governor Monday Okpebholo is working hard to achieve. They should wait for 2028 to try their luck again, instead of trying to disrupt the state’s progress through violence and chaos.

 

 

 

To the good people of Edo, let’s stand together these political Buccaneers and Vampires that are out to unleash violence against the good people. Violence has never been and will never be our culture.We deserve better, and we will not be swayed by the PDP’s antics. The good people of Edo State are solidly behind their ever performing Governor AKPAKO WONDER.

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MYSTERY DEEPENS AS FORMER RIVERS HEAD OF SERVICE VANISHES AFTER RESIGNATION

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"‘My Husband is in Trouble!’ – Wife of Ex-Rivers Official Cries Out After His Disappearance"

MYSTERY DEEPENS AS FORMER RIVERS HEAD OF SERVICE VANISHES AFTER RESIGNATION

 

The wife of George Nwaeke, the former Head of Service in Rivers State, has raised an alarm over her husband’s sudden disappearance, pleading with Nigerians to help locate him. Florence Nwaeke, visibly distressed, made an emotional appeal on Friday, expressing deep fears for his safety and alleging that he may have been taken against his will.

“When he got to Abuja, he called that he had landed. I said, ‘Thank God,’” she recounted while speaking to journalists. However, shortly afterward, she stumbled upon an online interview purportedly given by her husband—an interview she found deeply suspicious.

“I said, ‘That is not my husband. That is not my husband,’” she cried, suggesting that he might have been speaking under duress.

Mrs. Nwaeke further revealed desperate attempts to reach him, stating that her messages had gone unanswered and his phone lines had been switched off.

“Oh, Jesus, help me. Nigerians, help me. My husband is in trouble. Look at the message I sent to him,” she pleaded, showing journalists frantic texts she had sent.

Her fears intensified after Nwaeke made controversial claims against the embattled Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara. In a recent interview, the former Head of Service alleged that Fubara was backing Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, for the 2027 presidential election while simultaneously encouraging militants to attack oil facilities in the Niger Delta.

Perhaps the most damning accusation was Nwaeke’s claim that Fubara ordered the bombing of the Rivers State House of Assembly in 2023 to prevent his impeachment. This explosive statement has since fueled suspicions that his sudden disappearance is politically motivated.

Beyond making her emotional appeal to the media, Florence Nwaeke also made a direct call to Governor Fubara, urging him to intervene in the crisis.

“Governor, help me. My husband is in trouble. He is in trouble,” she begged, alleging that Nwaeke had been pressured into resigning under duress.

However, Governor Fubara has categorically dismissed the claims, insisting that Nwaeke was being manipulated by external forces. In a strongly worded rebuttal, Fubara accused the former Head of Service of being “compromised” and acting under the influence of those who allegedly paid him to make false allegations.

“The truth is that Dr. Nwaeke has been compromised, and whatever he is saying is only aimed at fulfilling his promise to those who may have paid or coerced him to lie against me,” Fubara stated in a late Friday press release.

The governor also released what he claims are screenshots of chats between Nwaeke and his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, in which Nwaeke allegedly sought financial support, further muddying the waters in an already controversial case.

As the mystery surrounding George Nwaeke’s whereabouts deepens, Nigerians are demanding answers. Was Nwaeke forced into hiding due to his allegations? Or is this a political chess game being played at the highest level of Rivers State politics?

For now, Florence Nwaeke’s anguished cries continue to echo, and the fate of her husband remains uncertain.

 

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