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Trump cares more about Nigerians than Tinubu, other elected leaders – Timi Frank on CPC designation

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has backed the United States President Donald Trump for declaring Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) over persistent human rights violations and the government’s failure to protect citizens from killings and insecurity. According to him, the move by the US
Trump cares more about Nigerians than Tinubu, other elected leaders – Timi Frank on CPC designation

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has backed the United States President Donald Trump for declaring Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) over persistent human rights violations and the government’s failure to protect citizens from killings and insecurity.

According to him, the move by the US president showed he cares more about ordinary Nigerians than most elected leaders in the country, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Frank disclosed this in a statement on Saturday.

He also called for targeted sanctions against corrupt Nigerian government officials fuelling insecurity and impunity in the country.

Recall that Trump had on Friday announced that the United States is designating Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” over what he described as widespread attacks on Christians in Nigeria.

Reacting, Timi Frank described U.S. action as a bold and long-overdue decision, saying it reflects international recognition of the Nigerian government’s negligence in the face of growing atrocities and systemic corruption.

“We commend President Trump for taking this stand; it is long overdue,” Frank said.

“By this action, President Trump has shown he cares more about the welfare and safety of ordinary Nigerians than those elected to lead them.”

“We appeal to the United States to protect ordinary Nigerians from the fallout of sanctions after due investigations.

“The measures should be directed at those directly responsible for the atrocities, not at citizens already suffering from the government’s failures, Christians and non-Christians alike,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Nigerian government rejected the US designation of the country as a CPC, saying the claims do not reflect reality on the ground.

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They’re being slaughtered by radical Islamists – US lawmaker excited as Trump designates Nigeria

Riley M. Moore, a member of the US Congress has expressed excitement over the designation of Nigeria as Country of Particular Concerns, CPC by President Donald Trump. Trump had on Friday placed Nigeria on watch list following claims of Christian massacre in the country. DAILY POST reports that prior to the designation, Moore had alleged
They’re being slaughtered by radical Islamists – US lawmaker excited as Trump designates Nigeria

Riley M. Moore, a member of the US Congress has expressed excitement over the designation of Nigeria as Country of Particular Concerns, CPC by President Donald Trump.

Trump had on Friday placed Nigeria on watch list following claims of Christian massacre in the country.

DAILY POST reports that prior to the designation, Moore had alleged that over 30 Christians are being killed every day by Islamic extremists in Nigeria.

The claim has since been debunked by the presidency as government officials in counter claims, said the security crisis in the country has no religious inclination.

Trump in his Truth Social post, said the US government will not be watching while Christians are being killed in Nigeria.

Reacting, Moore in a post via his X handle, Moore commended Trump’s decision, describing it as a demonstration of strong leadership and a commitment to protecting persecuted Christians.

The post reads, “Thank you, @POTUS, for your incredible leadership by designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern.

“You have always been a champion for Christians around the world, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with you and Chairman Cole (@houseappropsgop) to defend our brothers and sisters in Christ who are being slaughtered by radical Islamists in Nigeria.”

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Akwa Ibom: Masquerade leader, one other arrested for alleged criminal activities, public disturbance

Akwa Ibom State Police command has arrested a leader of a masquerade cultural group, Uwem Umana and one other person for alleged involvement in series of criminal activities including illegal assembly, armed blockage of a public highway, and extortion. The command Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this in a statement in Uyo
Akwa Ibom: Masquerade leader, one other arrested for alleged criminal activities, public disturbance

Akwa Ibom State Police command has arrested a leader of a masquerade cultural group, Uwem Umana and one other person for alleged involvement in series of criminal activities including illegal assembly, armed blockage of a public highway, and extortion.

The command Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this in a statement in Uyo on Saturday, said the arrest followed a distress call received from a concerned citizen (name withheld).

John said the masquerade group was accused of attacking citizens, blocking a public highway and extorting money from members of the public passing through the route.

She said, “According to the information from the distress call, the perpetrators, armed with sphere arrows, machetes, sticks, and other weapons, were also physically assaulting members of the public, including NYSC members.

“Investigation revealed that the leader of the “Ekpo” masquerade in the village, one Uwem Umanah ‘M’ aged 45 years, had authorized members of the group to wear masks and disguise themselves in masquerade costumes in public, despite an existing ban on such displays.

“Upon receipt of the information, Operatives of the Command immediately dispatched to the scene and arrested the alleged mastermind, Uwem Umanah.”

In a related development, one David Michael ‘M’ aged 34 years of Ikot Obong Edong Village, was arrested at Ukana Onuk Village while in possession of complete masquerade costumes, preparing to invade the area.

She said the two suspects have been charged to court following a thorough investigation into the matter. She added that police will not tolerate acts of lawlessness, intimidation, or violence under any guise, including the unauthorized use of cultural paraphernalia to perpetrate crime.

“The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammad Azare fsi, reassures the general public of the Command’s unwavering commitment to maintaining public safety and order,” she said.

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Police confirm abduction of Kebbi deputy speaker, launch rescue operation

The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo, by suspected bandits in Bagudo Local Government Area. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi. According to him, the attack occurred
Police confirm abduction of Kebbi deputy speaker, launch rescue operation

The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo, by suspected bandits in Bagudo Local Government Area.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi.

According to him, the attack occurred on Friday night around 8:20 p.m. when armed men invaded Bagudo town and whisked away the lawmaker shortly after he observed the Isha’i prayer and was returning home.

Abubakar said a joint security team comprising police tactical units, military personnel, and local vigilantes had been deployed to track down the assailants and rescue the victim.

“The joint team is currently combing the bandits’ routes and nearby forests with a view to rescuing the lawmaker unhurt and arresting the perpetrators of the dastardly act,” the PPRO said.

He added that the Commissioner of Police, Bello Sani, had reaffirmed the command’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the state.

Sani also urged residents to remain vigilant and support security agencies with credible information that could aid the rescue operation and sustain peace in the state.

As of the time of filing this report, the abductors had yet to make contact or state their demands.

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EFCC begins investigation on Oladip’s extortion allegation against operatives

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, says it has begun investigation into the N10m extortion allegation against some of its operatives by a Nigerian rapper, Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips. It added that the accused officers have been suspended of their operational duties pending the conclusion of investigation. EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale
EFCC begins investigation on Oladip’s extortion allegation against operatives

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, says it has begun investigation into the N10m extortion allegation against some of its operatives by a Nigerian rapper, Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips.

It added that the accused officers have been suspended of their operational duties pending the conclusion of investigation.

EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday said the commission was alarmed by such allegation and would ensure that truth was unravelled.

Recall that Oladips had accused some operatives of the Commission of extorting the sum of Ten Million Naira from him before securing his release when he was arrested alongside other suspected internet fraudsters.

Reacting, the EFCC Spokesperson insisted that the picture painted by Oladips was not a true reflection of the anti-graft agency.

“We have seen his claims and have commenced investigations on them accordingly. It is also needful to state that if the allegation is found to be false and raised to malign the Commission or tarnish its image, appropriate sanctions will also be imposed.” He added.

He, therefore, urged the public to await the outcome of the investigations and continue to keep faith with the commission.

EFCC begins investigation on Oladip’s extortion allegation against operatives