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Don’t throw Nigerians into despair – Peter Obi tells FG

The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has called on the federal government to rise up to its responsibility and end policies that would throw Nigerians into debt and despair. In a post on his official X handle on Thursday, Obi urged the federal government to show sensitivity and compassion
Don’t throw Nigerians into despair – Peter Obi tells FG

The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has called on the federal government to rise up to its responsibility and end policies that would throw Nigerians into debt and despair.

In a post on his official X handle on Thursday, Obi urged the federal government to show sensitivity and compassion to the suffering masses by deploying resources to critical areas that will help to create jobs to alleviate the people’s hardships.

Obi, who lamented that critical economic players and their associated institutions were undergoing a serious dearth of funds, stressed that some of them were even protesting as they could not meet their banks’ and staff needs.

“Why are retired public servants, including service men and women who have risked their lives for the nation, still protesting over unpaid gratuities and pensions?

“It is shameful that those who built this nation with their sweat, those who defended it with their lives, and those who have fulfilled their contractual obligations are reduced to begging for what is rightfully theirs, even after the government boasts of excess revenue,” he wrote.

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Bandit kingpin Ado Aleru executes 7 of his fighters over alleged betrayal

Notorious bandit leader, Ado Aleru, has reportedly killed seven of his own fighters on alleged suspicion of betrayal in Zamfara State. The incident was disclosed by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and security analyst, in a post on his X handle on Thursday. Zagazola said he gathered that the killings took place across villages of
Bandit kingpin Ado Aleru executes 7 of his fighters over alleged betrayal

Notorious bandit leader, Ado Aleru, has reportedly killed seven of his own fighters on alleged suspicion of betrayal in Zamfara State.

The incident was disclosed by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and security analyst, in a post on his X handle on Thursday.

Zagazola said he gathered that the killings took place across villages of Takulawa, Turba, Bamamu and the Yamma forest axis.

According to sources, Aleru accused his fighters of staging unauthorised kidnappings along the Gusau–Yankara highway, a development he considered a threat to his control and operations.

“He personally executed seven of them after confirming they were behind recent abductions of travellers on the highway. He feared their actions would draw too much attention from security forces,” one of the sources said.

The security expert explained that the killings have reportedly triggered fear and discontent among Aleru’s remaining loyalists, who see the executions as a sign of growing mistrust within the camp.

Aleru, formerly designated as a wanted terrorist by the Federal Government, has long been accused of masterminding kidnappings, killings, and cattle rustling across Zamfara, Katsina and parts of Sokoto States.

The bandit kingpin was also discussing peace with the Federal committee to end hostilities in the North West.

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See yourselves as partners in road safety responsibilities — FRSC to Special Marshals

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has called on Special Marshals to continue to see themselves as partners in the discharge of their responsibilities on the road and towards road users. This as the road safety watchdog also urged Nigerians to see safety on the roads as a shared responsibility. This call was made by
See yourselves as partners in road safety responsibilities — FRSC to Special Marshals

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has called on Special Marshals to continue to see themselves as partners in the discharge of their responsibilities on the road and towards road users.

This as the road safety watchdog also urged Nigerians to see safety on the roads as a shared responsibility.

This call was made by the Assistant Corps Marshal Ibrahim Abubakar, the Zonal Commanding Officer, FRSC Zone RS11.1, Osogbo in his address during the investiture of investiture of Dr Sam Olawoye and Prof. John Okeniyi as Honorary Special Marshals of the FRSC on Thursday in Osogbo.

Represented by Deputy Corps Commander, Ngozi Olupotanmi, Abubakar who said the investiture was a sign of recognition of their sacrifice in the prevention of unnecessary loss of human lives added that by accepting their investitures, they have become ambassadors of the FRSC in their communities.

He said, “Special Marshall programs remains one of the pillars of the FRSC. It is a platform where citizens volunteer their time to complement the efforts of regular marshals to ensure safety on our roads 21

“This demonstrates that road safety is a shared responsibility. The investiture is a recognition of sacrifice in prevention of loss of human lives. By accepting it they have become ambassadors of the FRSC in their communities.”

He also charged the newly invested special marshals to ensure their conduct reminded road users of the collective responsibility of ensuring safety on the roads.

“As you wear this uniform where it with integrity and let it remind you of the noble duty entrusted into your hands. I charge you to let your conduct remind every road user that safety is a collective responsibility,” he stated.

The state governor, Ademola Adeleke represented by his Special Adviser on Transport, Olusesan Oloyede stated that his administration acknowledged that that secure roadways are vital to fostering economic growth, facilitating social interactions and preserving the integrity of communities.

Governor Adeleke also stated that his administration remained steadfast in its support for the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, through effective policies, collaborative efforts and investments that promote safer road usage.

While affirming that road safety constituted a fundamental element of his administration’s framework for sustainable development, added that the investiture recognised distinguished individuals whose lives epitomise service to humanity, is commendable.

He said, “I encourage all residents of Osun State to regard road safety as an individual responsibility. Road traffic incidents are indeed preventable when all stakeholders passengers, pedestrians, communities and government entities exercise discipline, patience and strict adherence to traffic regulations. Together, let us commit to fostering safer roadways, for every life is invaluable. As a Government, we pledge to continue supporting the Corps in its laudable efforts toward ensuring safer highways for our citizens.”

Earlier, the Osun FRSC Sector Commander, Leye Adegboyega in his address noted that the Special Marshals scheme has, since its inception, drawn upon the capabilities, expertise and goodwill of Nigerians.

Adegboyega noted that Nigeria can only achieve its mandate when leaders and like minded individuals like Prof. Okeniyi and Dr Olawoye, continue to lend our voices, resources and expertise to this cause.

He revealed that both Prof Okeniyi, who is the Chief Medical Director if the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex, OAUTHC, Ile-Ife and Dr Olawoye, the Managing Director of Sam Ace Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Limited have donated materials towards ensuring efficiency in the activities of the FRSC in the state.

“Together, we can create a safer environment for all road users and uphold the integrity of our transportation systems, ” he concluded.

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Nigeria to host Intra-African Trade Fair 2027 in Lagos

Nigeria has been officially announced as the host nation for the Intra-African Trade Fair, IATF, 2027, with Lagos named as the host city. The declaration was made by former Nigerian president and Chair of the IATF 2025 Advisory Council, Olusegun Obasanjo, during the opening ceremony of the ongoing 2025 edition in Algiers, Algeria. Obasanjo said
Nigeria to host Intra-African Trade Fair 2027 in Lagos

Nigeria has been officially announced as the host nation for the Intra-African Trade Fair, IATF, 2027, with Lagos named as the host city.

The declaration was made by former Nigerian president and Chair of the IATF 2025 Advisory Council, Olusegun Obasanjo, during the opening ceremony of the ongoing 2025 edition in Algiers, Algeria.

Obasanjo said the tradition of rotating the trade fair across different African countries reinforces regional integration and ensures lasting socio-economic legacies for each host nation.

“The IATF is not just a trade fair. It is a journey across our continent and the global African community, a journey of shared vision for intra-African trade and regional integration,” Obasanjo stated.

Describing the IATF as a symbol of Africa’s economic awakening, Obasanjo stressed that the fair has evolved into a powerful driver of trade expansion and cross-border investment across the continent.

He commended Algerian President, Abdelmadjid Tebboune for championing development in critical sectors such as energy, healthcare, industrialisation, agribusiness, technology, and innovation, noting that the IATF has grown into Africa’s most important trade and investment gathering, connecting governments, investors, innovators, and entrepreneurs under the umbrella of the African Continental Free Trade Area, AfCFTA.

Highlighting the fair’s economic impact, Obasanjo revealed that the last three editions collectively generated trade and investment deals worth over $120 billion.

He noted that the 2025 edition is set to be the largest yet, with 48 African countries participating, marking the highest level of representation since the IATF’s inception in 2018.

Obasanjo also recalled the landmark 2018 Cairo edition, where Africa’s largest intra-African Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract was signed, a $2.9 billion hydropower deal between Egyptian contractors and the Tanzanian government to deliver 2,150MW of clean energy, benefiting over 60 million Tanzanians. He said such transformational projects exemplify the lasting influence of the IATF.

He applauded visionary African leaders for their courage and commitment to advancing the continent’s development, while also recognising Benedict Oramah, former President of Afreximbank, whom he credited as the pioneer and driving force behind the IATF.

“On behalf of the Advisory Council and all of us, we appreciate you. We thank you,” Obasanjo said.

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Lawyer slams EFCC over alleged twisting of Bauchi High Court judgments

An Abuja based lawyer, ​ Jibrin Sa’ad Jibrin has slammed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC for allegedly twisting and distorting judgments of the Bauchi State High Courts through false information posted on its website. ​The lawyer accused the anti-graft agency of making “erroneous, false and misleading” claims about recent judgments delivered by the
Lawyer slams EFCC over alleged twisting of Bauchi High Court judgments

An Abuja based lawyer, ​ Jibrin Sa’ad Jibrin has slammed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC for allegedly twisting and distorting judgments of the Bauchi State High Courts through false information posted on its website.

​The lawyer accused the anti-graft agency of making “erroneous, false and misleading” claims about recent judgments delivered by the court in a dispute.

The EFCC had in a report posted on its website, accused one Alhaji Hamza Koshe Akuyam of attempting to evade investigation in a contract financing agreement dispute being handled by its operatives.

The Commission also alleged that the said person also sought an order of general perpetual injunction to restrain it from carrying out its official functions.

However, unsatisfied with the allegations, the legal practitioner in a statement, took a swipe at the EFCC, accusing it of deliberately misinforming the general public on the dispute.

The lawyer drew the EFCC attention to the fact that the said Alhaji Akuyam had already honoured the commission’s invitation in September 2024 and was released on administrative bail which he has since been observing.

He said that a High Court of justice presided over by Justice Aliyu Baba Usman had in a judgment on July 30, 2025 in a suit with number BA/271/2024, affirmed the validity of the contract financing agreement which is at the center of the dispute.

Similarly, the lawyer said that another High Court in Bauchi presided over by Justice ​M.M. Abubakar had in an earlier judgment of December 19, 2024, ruled that the contract financing agreement was valid and enforceable.

He said the EFCC as a party in the court cases, fully represented by its own lawyer, ought to have known that the subject matter of the dispute had been legally and lawfully resolved by courts for the parties involved.

The lawyer claimed that critical details of the court judgments were omitted from the EFCC’s public statement posted on the commission’s official page on August 27.

He attached a copy of the court’s enrolled judgment order to his press statement to support his position that EFCC was a party to the suit that had settled the dispute.

​Jibrin stated that the EFCC’s publication created a false impression that his clients, Alhaji Hamza Koshe Akuyam was attempting to evade investigation whereas he had appeared before EFCC and was granted administrative bail.

​“The main question of law, determined in Justice Aliyu Baba Usman’s judgment is to the effect that the Contract Financing Agreement the subject of the suit is valid,” the statement said.

​The lawyer also refuted the EFCC’s claim that his clients had sought a “perpetual injunction of a general nature” against the commission’s activities and challenged the EFCC to provide evidence of such a request.

​“Discerning members of the public can therefore see through the deliberate falsehood, obfuscation of issues and outright misleading publication aimed at scoring no tangible result other than attracting cheap publicity,” he further said.

Jibrin urged the public to disregard the EFCC’s statement and instead be guided by the facts presented in the relevant court processes.

The lawyer also noted that the EFCC was not represented in court on the day the judgment was delivered, adding that it would have been well informed it was represented or updated itself with the words and letters of the two High Court judgments.

Lawyer slams EFCC over alleged twisting of Bauchi High Court judgments