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2027: Stop Pretending Over Atiku-led Coalition, Group Tackles Peter Obi

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A youth group known as Omenuko Ndigbo United has raised concerns about how Mr. Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in 2023, is behaving in the current plans to unite opposition parties for the 2027 elections. In a statement released on Thursday in Owerri, signed by the group’s President, Comrade Benjamin Madu, said Mr. Obi is not showing real interest in working with other opposition leaders to challenge the ruling APC. “We are not happy with Peter Obi. Instead of joining hands with others to rescue Nigeria, he seems to be focused only on himself. This is not the time for selfish politics,” the group said. They accused Obi of repeating what he did in 2023, when his actions helped divide the opposition and made it easy for APC to win. According to the group, the 2027 election is very important for Igbo people, and they must not make any mistake this time. “The current president is from the South. This is the best time for Ndigbo to push for the presidency. But...
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Religious Clerics, Lawyers Join 'Ahmed Farouk Must Go' Protest As More Nigerians Demand Probe Of NMDPRA Boss

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The third day of protests against Engr. Farouk Ahmed, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), has seen the involvement of more Nigerians, including religious clerics and lawyers. The protesters led by Dan Okwa and Bishop Abel King among others are demanding Ahmed's immediate removal and a thorough investigation into allegations of corruption, abuse of power, and regulatory compromise. The allegations against Ahmed include the diversion of over $5 million in public funds to pay for his children's luxurious foreign education, abuse of office, and conflict of interest. His son, Faisal, was allegedly recruited into Oando PLC, a company under the regulatory jurisdiction of the NMDPRA, raising concerns about undue influence and nepotism. The protesters, led by the Concerned Young Professionals Network, have called on the Attorney General of the Federation to initiate a thorough investigation into the al...
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Comptroller Oramalugo Receives Zonal Coordinator, Zone A Lagos On Working Visit

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*Zonal Coordinator commends Seme Command for outstanding service and infrastructural improvement The Customs Area Controller, Seme Area Command, Comptroller Ben Oramalugo PhD has  received the Zonal Coordinator of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Zone A Lagos, Assistant Comptroller General Charles Orbih, on Wednesday June 25, 2025, who was on a working visit to the Seme Area Command, located at the ECOWAS Joint Border Post, Seme-Krake.  A statement signed by the Customs Public Relations Office,  Seme Area Command, Chief Superintendent of Customs Isah Sulaiman, made available on Wednesday, said that  the visit was aimed at assessing the Command’s operations, engaging with officers and aligning strategic goals across the zone. Welcoming the Zonal Coordinator and his entourage, the Customs Area Controller of Seme Command, Comptroller Ben Oramalugo  expressed deep appreciation for the visit, describing it as a morale booster and a reaffirmation of the ...
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Celebration Galore As Developmental Expert, Margaret Fagboyo Marks 50 In Abuja

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*Governor BAO, Fayemi, Adebayo, SGF's wife, others to honour Ekiti-born celebrant  *Speaks on her regrets, visions for Nigeria  It would be a celebration galore this weekend as former Special Adviser on former Governor Kayode Fayemi on Development Partnerships and SDGs, Dr. Margaret Fagboyo, roll out drums in celebration of her 50th birthday, taking place at at BMO Event Arena, Abuja.  Ekiti State Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO), will lead his predecessors, former Governors Kayode Fayemi and Otunba Niyi Adedayo, including the wife of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Regina Akume, to celebrate the 50th birthday of an Ekiti-born development expert, Dr. (Mrs.) Margaret Fagboyo, in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.  The event billed to take place at BMO Event Arena, Inside RiverPlate Park, will also have other prominent personalities such as Ondo State First Lady, Seun Aiyedatiwa, Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun...
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Komolafe: Building A Legacy Of Reforms Not Rhetorics

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By;  PAUL IKPAMBESE  With a vision that stretches beyond the horizon, Engineer Gbenga Komolafe is crafting a legacy of groundbreaking reforms that are revolutionising the oil and gas industry. His trailblazing career, marked by numerous achievements and milestones, has been a masterclass in visionary leadership. From spearheading the Nigeria Pipeline and Storage Company to leading the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission, Chief Komolafe's singular passion has been to transform the industry and shape its future. With a keen eye for opportunity and an intimate understanding of the sector, he is boldly rewriting the rules and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Like the great leaders who have transformed their industries, Chief Gbenga Komolafe is driven by a bold vision for the oil and gas sector. Inspired by the likes of Nelson Mandela, who fought for a united South Africa, and Lee Kuan Yew, who propelled Singapore to prosperity, Chief Komolafe's mission...
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el-Rufai’s Outburst Against Tinubu Rooted In Ministerial Snub - Citizens Group

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The Citizens Collective for Good Governance (CCGG) has described recent comments made by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai, against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a product of bitterness and frustration over his exclusion from the federal cabinet. In a strongly worded statement on Tuesday, signed by its president, Dr Gambo Abdulkadri, the group accused el-Rufai of launching, “a desperate and vindictive campaign” against President Tinubu, following his failure to secure a ministerial appointment. el-Rufai, who served as minister of the Federal Capital Territory during the Obasanjo administration and later governor of Kaduna State for eight years, recently claimed that President Tinubu would require a “miracle” to win re-election in 2027.  Speaking on Arise Television, he also cited polling figures suggesting a 91 per cent disapproval rating for the president — a claim the CCGG dismissed as “fabricated and delusional.” “The public outburst by Mallam Nasir el-Ru...
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Between Patriot Faleke And His Stewardship Of Selflessness

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By; Ali A. Ali  In the corridors of power, where politics often wears a mask of self-interest, Hon. Dr. James Abiodun Faleke stands out as a shining beacon of hope. For two years, he has walked the halls of the 10th Assembly, leaving a trail of transformative impact in his wake. With every bill sponsored, every motion moved, and every town hall meeting held, Faleke has demonstrated a deep commitment to the people he serves. His is a leadership style that embodies transparency, accountability, and empathy - a refreshing change from the status quo. As his constituents rejoice in the fruits of his labour, Faleke's legacy as a champion of the people continues to grow, inspiring a new generation of leaders to follow in his footsteps. There is a growing trend for demand of parliamentarians with shared value orientations, inclusivity, a community-driven approach, and emphasising such attributes as transparency, accountability, and empathy. Over time parliamentary representativ...
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