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  • You’re an untiring promoter of national cohesion, Senator Barau hails Ex-President Buhari at 81

    You’re an untiring promoter of national cohesion, Senator Barau hails Ex-President Buhari at 81

    The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has extolled the virtues of former President Muhammadu Buhari on his 81st birthday.

    Senator Barau, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, described former President Buhari as an untiring promoter of peace and unity in the country.

    Born on December 17, 1942, the former President Buhari will clock 81 tomorrow. The Deputy President of the Senate, while extending warm birthday wishes to the former president, said he remains one of Nigeria’s Distinguished leaders.

    According to him, from his military to political career, the former president had a clear vision for Nigeria – the unity and progress of the country.

    He noted that throughout his eight-year tenure, former President Buhari intensified efforts and worked towards addressing the security challenges, revival of the economy and promotion of good governance. This he said, endeared him to the masses across the country.

    ” As we celebrate the 81st birthday of the 15th President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, I pray Allah SWT to grant him enduring health and happiness for us to continue to tap from his fountain of knowledge and wisdom for the benefit of the country,” he said.

    Media Office of the Deputy President of the Senate
    December 16, 2023

  • Court faults ex-President Buhari’s appointment of FCC’s chairman, secretary

    Court faults ex-President Buhari’s appointment of FCC’s chairman, secretary

    A Federal High Court, Abuja  on Wednesday, described as “unlawful” the appointment of Federal Character Commission (FCC)’s Chairman, Muheeba Dankaka, and the Secretary, Bello Tukur, from the northern region by former President Muhammadu Buhari.

    Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a judgment, held that the former president had failed to comply with the provisions of the laws in the duo’s appointment.

    “Therefore, I find that there has been failure of the 1st defendant to comply with the provision of Section 14 (3) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), Section 4 (1) (a) of the FCC Establishment (FCCE) Act, 2004 and Section 4 of the Guiding Principles and Formulae for the Distribution of all Cadres of Posts,1997 made pursuant to Section 4 (1) (a) of the FCCE Act, 2004,” he said.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a human rights advocate, Festus Onifade, had, in the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/709/2021, sued President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), FCC, Dankaka and Tukur as 1st to 5th defendants respectively.

    In the originating summons dated and filed on July 19, 2021, the lawyer sought interpretation to two questions.

    These include, “Whether by the combined provisions of Sections 7 and 8 (1) and (2) (a), (b), and (c) of the third Schedule, Part 1 of1999 Constitution (as amended) and Section 4(1) of the Subsidiary Legislation (GUIDING PRINCIPLES AND FORMULAE FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF ALL CADRES OF POSTS) 1997 of the Federal Character Commission (Establishment,) Act 1995,.

    He, therefore, sought a declaration that the president (1st defendant) is bound to observe and comply with the provision of the Sectons 7 and 8 (1), (2) (a) (b) (c) of the Third Schedule, part 1 of the 1999 Constitution  (As Amended) in the appointment of persons to the office of the chairman and Secretary of FCC.

    He sought an order directing the president to immediately dissolve and reconstitute the FCC’s board in accordance with the laws.

    Onifade equally sought an order directing the president to immediately appoint other persons into these positions in compliance with the provisions of the constitution and the Act of National Assembly, among others.

    While Dankaka is from Kwara, Tukur hails from Taraba.

    Buhari had, on April 28, 2020, appointed Dankaka as the chairman of the commission for a five-year tenure and was confirmed by the Senate on June 2, 2020.

    Also the ex-president approved the appointment of Tukur as FCC’s secretary on April 14, 2017 and was reappointed on March 12, 2021 for a term of four years

    Details later

     

  • Guber Polls: Buhari hails APC for winning in Imo, Kogi

    Guber Polls: Buhari hails APC for winning in Imo, Kogi

    Nigeria’s former president, Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC over its victory in the just concluded gubernatorial elections in Imo and Kogi State.

    Recall  that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC had declared Governor Hope Uzodinma, the candidate of APC, winner of the Imo governorship election.

    Similarly, Usman Ododo of the ruling party also secured victory in Saturday’s governorship polls in Kogi State.

    In his reaction, Buhari who issued a statement on Monday by his spokesman, Garba Shehu, thanked the people of the two states for reaffirming their confidence in the ruling party.

    The statement reads, “Former President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates the All Progressives Congress @OfficialAPCNg on winning the Governorship elections in Imo and Kogi States, and thanked the people of the two states for reaffirming their confidence in the nation’s most prominent political party.

    “The former President thanks particularly the party leaders and the workers who laboured tirelessly to ensure the re-emergence of Senator Hope Uzodimma @Hope_Uzodimma1 for his second term in Imo State, and Alhaji Usman Ododo @OfficialOAU as the new Governor of Kogi State”.

    Buhari wished the two newly elected governors best of tenure when they assume office in 2024.

     

  • Refreshed Buhari receives new bride in Borno for … (Photos)

    Refreshed Buhari receives new bride in Borno for … (Photos)

    Ex-President, Muhammadu Buhari, on Saturday in Maiduguri, served as the ‘wali’ (groom’s representative) who received wife for Mohammed Babagana Zulum, eldest son of Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum.

    The wedding Fatiha took place at the Maiduguri Central Mosque around the palace of the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin Elkanemi.

    The wedding was attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Governors of Kwara, Gombe, Yobe, Ogun, Niger, Ogun, Bauchi, Abia, Lagos and Katsina States, National Security Adviser Malam Nuhu Ribadu, former Governors of Borno, Maina Ma’aji Lawan and Ali Modu Sheriff, former Governors of Kano, Jigawa, Kebbi Kaduna and Zamfara States Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, Atiku Bagudu, Nasir El-Rufai and Bello Matawalle, former Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, immediate past IGP, Usman Baba Alkali, GCEO of NNPCL, Mele Kyari Kolo; numerous serving and former ministers, national and state assembly members, Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, billionaire businessman, Alhaji Muhammadu Indimi, traditional rulers from within and outside Borno State amongst other dignitaries.

    Performing religious rites, former President Buhari asked for the bride’s hand (Ummi Kaltum) on behalf of Zulum’s son and thereafter handed the dowry to a representative of the bride.

    The wedding Fatiha was then officiated by the Chief Imam of Borno, Imam Zanna Laisu.

    The Shehu’s palace was filled up as political leaders, particularly from the APC, academics, other prominent persons and citizens from across the state graced the wedding in honour of Governor Zulum.

    The outing in Maiduguri where former Presidnet Buhari received the wife on behalf of Zulum’s son was his first major public outing since he stepped down from office 53 days ago.

    The former president looked chubby and refreshed in his blue kaftan.

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  • Okpe Union condemns renaming of Osubi airport after a non-Urhobo man

    Okpe Union condemns renaming of Osubi airport after a non-Urhobo man

    A group, known as the Okpe Union in Delta State has condemned the renaming of Osubi International Airport after Alfred Diete Spiff International Airport by the immediate past President Muhammad Buhari during the twilight of his administration.

    Okpe union said it was a deliberate act to cause crisis in Delta State in particular, and Niger Delta region in general.

    According to the group, King Alfred  Diete Spiff who the Osubi airport is named after is not an indigene of Delta state.

    They said Alfred Papapreye Diete-Spiff is from Bayelsa State, not Delta State saying that he is the Amayanabo (King) of Twon-Brass in Bayelsa State.

    They added that those involved in the renaming of the airport didn’t consult widely before putting forward the name of Diete Spiff.

    This was made known via a statement signed and released by the National Publicity Secretary for Okpe Union World Wide chief King O.Irir on Tuesday, July 11.

    The statement reads partly, It’s our belief that those who handled the renaming may not have consulted widely enough with relevant stakeholders before embarking on the exercise. And when those in the positions of authority and power refused to ask questions or allow thier personal feelings or political affiliations affect their decisions, they end up doing more dishonour and diservice to the honouree,the immediate locality in particular, the state and the country at large”

    The union hereby appeal to the people of Delta state to remain calm and resolute, stating that negotiations is ongoing on the matter.

    Continuing, the union urges the Federal Government to reconsider its decision and rectify the oversight.

    They call on the FG to rename the airport after sons and daughters of Delta state, saying that it will serve as motivation and inspiration to future generations.

    Recall that in the twilight of his administration, President Muhammadu Buhari  approved the renaming of 15 airports after some notable Nigerians.

     

  • Nigerians saw ugliest phase of corruption under Buhari’s administration – Bishop Kukah

    Nigerians saw ugliest phase of corruption under Buhari’s administration – Bishop Kukah

    The Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Kukah, has said that Nigerians witnessed massive corruption under the watch of President Muhammadu Buhari.

    He said this at the 60th call to bar anniversary celebration of legal icon, Aare Afe Babalola, in Ado Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State on Monday.

    Bishop Kukah explained that even though corruption did not start under the last administration, they amplified it in moral, financial and other terms.

    “We have seen the worst phase of corruption in Nigeria, Femi Falana, my friend here will speak about that because he has published a series of articles talking about what happened under the Buhari administration.

    “They were not the ones who caused corruption but I think in the last administration, we saw the ugliest phase of corruption whether in moral terms, financial terms and other terms,” Kukah said.

    The clergyman lamented that Nigeria is sharing its sovereignty which is guaranteed in the constitution with bandits and other terrorists.

    He said that nobody is excited now about being a Nigerian even if they are President or Senators, as the country is literally being held hostage by people who threaten the very existence of our democracy and country.

    Kukah noted that a lot of Nigerians have lost faith in the judiciary but added that he considers the judiciary a victim the same way every other institution in Nigeria is suffering a crisis.

    According to him, Nigeria should not yet assume that it is a democracy but instead assume that it is matching towards democracy, which means rebuilding Nigeria “after the kind of mess the last administration has left the country.”

    The Bishop said it is time to rebuild the country, adding that no matter what happens at the Supreme Court concerning the election, he is convinced that Nigerians have put the “ugly past” behind them.

    The event celebrating 60 years at the bar of the founder of the Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti, attracted a host of dignitaries including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Femi Falana, SAN, former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku among others.

  • I honestly pity you – Buhari’s former aide slams Obi for deleting tweet addressing Tinubu as ‘Mr President’

    I honestly pity you – Buhari’s former aide slams Obi for deleting tweet addressing Tinubu as ‘Mr President’

    Bashir Ahmad, former aide to the immediate Ex- president Muhammadu Buhari‘s ex-aide, has slammed the candidate of the Labour Party in the febuary 25 presidential election, Peter Obi, for retracting his acknowlegement of Bola Tinubu as “mr president”.

    Obi contested and lost the 2023 to Tinubu who was declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

    The ex-Anambra State governor along with former vice president Atiku Abubakar of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) are challenging Tinubu’s victory in court. Both contestants who came third and second respectively claim that they won the election and want Tinubu removed by the court.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG), Reported that hundereds of Tinubu’s supporters and political dignitaries, including Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu were on the ground to give him a state welcome.

    However, the visit became a major point of criticism for the president after a long motorcade accompanied him to his new private residence. Multiple SUVs were seen speeding ahead and behind Tinubu’s car.

    Amid a wave of critisms and defence from Tinubu’s supporters, Obi said “sacrifices for a better Nigeria must start from the leaders at all levels of government.”

    The Labour party candidate in the initial tweet said he is yet to see the video “allegedly showing Mr President with about a 120-car convoy.”

    Hours after his comment, Obi deleted the tweet and replaced with another that does not address Tinubu as president.

    Reacting, Bashir Ahmad mocked the decision of the former Governor of Anambra State, saying he pitied Obi for deleting the tweet where he described Tinubu as Mr President.

    The former presidential aide in a tweet described Obi’s actions as low, wondering why he can no longer control himself and his opinion.

    “That was so low. I honestly pity Peter, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party; so he no longer has control over himself or an opinion of himself.

    “How can you delete a well-composed tweet calling your president Mr President just because some people claiming to be your supporters bullied and dragged you?”

     

  • I left Daura for London to get some peace – Buhari

    I left Daura for London to get some peace – Buhari

    Immediate past president of the federal republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has disclosed that he left Daura, Katsina State, for London to get some peace.

    Buhari explained that visitors have been trooping to visit him in his hometown of Daura since he arrived after the end of his second tenure as president.

    Former spokesperson, Garba Shehu, stated this in a statement on Thursday.

    “He chose to go home in Daura hoping to find the type of quiet he wished for himself, but realizing that this was not the case, visitors trooping in morning, day and night, he moved out to a more distant place,” Shehu said.

    “It remains his wish that he be allowed to have his needed rest, and for the Tinubu administration to have the right atmosphere to work on the realisation of the promises they made.”

    President Bola Tinubu recently met with Buhari in London.

    Recall that Buhari prior to handing over had said he would leave for neighbouring Niger Republic after handing over as President if he is not able to get enough rest in Daura, his home town in Katsina State.

  • Buhari denies asking Tinubu to stop probing him and former aides

    Buhari denies asking Tinubu to stop probing him and former aides

    The immediate past president of the federal republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has denied asking his successor, President Bola Tinubu, not to probe him and some of his ex-officials.

    Buhari disclosed this through his former media aide, Garba Shehu via Twitter.

    He described the report of him asking Tinubu not to probe him and his former aides as fake news.

    The former president was reported to have made the request when Tinubu visited him in London.

    Condemning the claim, Buhari insisted that nothing of such was discussed during his meeting with Tinubu.

    “If social media is to be believed, former President Muhammadu Buhari is requesting his successor, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu not to investigate some former officials of his government.

    “It is fake; let us not discuss it or give it energy or air of publicity. This is fake news, and nothing more.

    “Thankfully, there was no one other than the two leaders in the room in which they met, so no one was there to report their conversation.

    “As much as possible, the former President wishes to remain outside the spotlight so as not to distract the new administration.

    “He chose to go home in Daura hoping to find the type of quiet he wished for himself, but realizing that this was not the case, visitors trooping in morning, day and night, he moved out to a more distant place.

    “It remains his wish that he be allowed to have his needed rest, and for the Tinubu administration to have the right atmosphere to work on the realisation of the promises they made.”

  • Buhari is allergic to being probed – Shehu Sani

    Buhari is allergic to being probed – Shehu Sani

    The former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani has slammed former President Muhammadu Buhari after he reportedly pleaded not to be probed by the current administration.

    Sani said Buhari was allergic to being probed and blamed after he did the same to his predecessor.

    There are claims that Tinubu had assured Buhari that he won’t probe him and his close aides.

    Tweeting, Sani wrote: “They arrogantly oppressed, dispossessed, and killed the poor and the innocent and without remorse seek divine blessings for their injustice and inequity.

    “Buhari probed and blamed all the ills and vices of this country on the previous administrations but he is allergic to being probed and blamed.”