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  • What Peter Obi said ahead of Tinubu’s inauguration

    What Peter Obi said ahead of Tinubu’s inauguration

    The presidential flag bearer of the Labour Party (LP) in the last election, Peter Obi, has appealed to his fans and supporters in the country to remain calm and law-abiding in today’s inauguration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

    Obi added that the court of law  will decide the actual winner of the poll in due course.

    The Anambra- born politician made this known while speaking at an event in Kaduna state, saying that the peace, unity and security of the country is more paramount than any other interest.

     

    He, therefore, called on all citizens to be law abiding and work for the progress and development of the nation.

    “We must continue to live on the path of peace, religious harmony, ethnic harmony, coexistence, that is the most important thing for now.

    “Let’s have a peaceful, quiet Nigeria where the government will concentrate on caring for the sufferings of the people,” Obi stated.

  • Nigeria Braces for Historic Power Transfer: Unveiling the Lineup of Activities Leading to May 29th

    Nigeria Braces for Historic Power Transfer: Unveiling the Lineup of Activities Leading to May 29th

    As Nigeria eagerly anticipates the transfer of presidential power on May 29th, a comprehensive program of activities has been unveiled to ensure a smooth transition from the current administration to the incoming one.

    The activities, carefully planned by the Presidential Transition Council (PTC), commenced on Thursday, 18th May, with a World Press Conference held at the Rotunda Hall, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in Abuja.

    This conference provided a platform for officials to address the media and communicate important updates regarding the transition process.

    According to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation and Chairman of the PTC, Boss Mustapha, there will be a regimental dinner at the Armed Forces Officers Mess on Tuesday 23rd of May, to honor the Commander in Chief.

    This gathering will serve as a tribute to Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari for his leadership and dedication during his tenure.

    The following day, Wednesday 24th May, a valedictory Federal Executive Council (FEC) session will take place at the FEC Chambers, Aso Villa, providing an opportunity for cabinet members to bid farewell and express their gratitude to President Buhari for his guidance and vision.

    One of the key highlights of the transition program is the investiture ceremony on Thursday, 25th May, where the President-Elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice-President-Elect Kashim Shettima, will be honored with the National Honors of Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (GCFR) and Grand Commander of Order of the Niger (GCON) respectively.

    This prestigious event will be held at the International Conference Centre (ICC), and it will also include the official handover of transition documents.

    On Friday, the 26th of May, a public lecture at the National Mosque, followed by Jumaat prayers, while an inaugural lecture on the topic: “Deepening Democracy for Integration and Development” will be delivered by the former president of Kenya, Uhuru M. Kenyatta, only Saturday, 27th May, at the ICC.

    Additionally, a Children’s Day program will be held, featuring a parade and a delightful children’s party, ensuring that the younger generation is included in the festivities.

    The significance of faith will be celebrated on Sunday, the 28th of May, with an Inter-Denominational Church Service taking place at the National Christian Centre, Abuja.

    This service will bring together people of different religious backgrounds to pray for the nation’s future and the success of the new administration.

    The grand finale of the transition program will be the Inauguration Dinner/Gala Night on Sunday, the 28th of May, held at the State House Conference Centre.

    This prestigious event is expected to gather prominent guests, including brother Presidents, Heads of Government, and other specially invited dignitaries, to commemorate the incoming President’s assumption of office.

    Finally, on Monday, the 29th of May, the Inauguration Parade and Swearing-In ceremony of President-elect Tinubu as the 16th President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria will take place at the Eagle Square.

    Following the inauguration, a post-inauguration luncheon will be held at the State House Banquet Hall, exclusively for Mr. President and his invited guests.

    In addition to the program of activities, several committees, including the Security Facilities and Intelligence Committee, have been established to ensure the smooth execution of the transition process.

  • No turning back on May 29 handover date, despite court cases- FG

    No turning back on May 29 handover date, despite court cases- FG

    The Federal Government has given the assurance that the transition of power from the outgoing President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, to the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, on May 29, would be smooth and peaceful.

    This was as the government said the refurbishment of offices for the President and Vice-President elect had been completed.

    Addressing journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, the Chairman of the Transition Committee, Boss Mustapha, stressed that litigation would not stop the handover ceremony from taking place.

    No turning back on May 29 handover date, despite court cases- FG

    He said, “The committee has been active and the refurbishment of offices for the President and Vice-President elect has been completed.

    “The facility at the Defence House is ready. Security personnel of the Department of State Services and the Nigerian Police Force have also been deployed to the President and Vice-President elect.

    “Protocol officers have also been assigned to both the President-elect and Vice-President-elect from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Intelligence Agency.

    “The transition process is on course and all efforts are being made to ensure that it is smooth. On May 29, there would be a peaceful formal transfer of power to the new President.”

    Mustapha noted that the security sub-committee had been saddled with the responsibility to ensure no one truncates the handover.

    He said, “All litigation, whether resolved or not, will not in any way stop the process. The President is not spending a day extra in office. The security committee has the responsibility to ensure that nothing happens to truncate the transition process. Nigerians are very law-abiding people.

    No turning back on May 29 handover date, despite court cases- FG

    “Whoever has lost an election, there are provided avenues for those people to make whatever legal inquiry they want to make but the process would continue unabated. We would not create another constitutional crisis. On May 29, the hand-over will take place.”

    As part of the transition, Mustapha also said four members of the President-elect’s team would be joining the FG delegation to the Spring meeting of the World Bank.

    He, however, revealed that the president-elect has nominated, Wale Edun and the governor of Kebbi State, Atiku Bagudu to be part of the transition committee.