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Nigerians’ll Experience Worse Christmas under Tinubu – Ex-APC Scribe

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2 years ago

December 18, 2023

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Comrade Timi Frank, said that Nigerians will witness the worst Christmas ever under President Bola Tinubu’s government.

The party’s former secretary aired his view on Monday in a statement in Abuja.

He said that Nigerians have faced worse forms of economic hardships, pains, neglect and hunger in the last six months of Tinubu’s administration than at any other time in the history of the nation.

He stressed that Nigerians are suffering under the worsening socio-economic conditions under President Tinubu.

Frank said, “This is going to be the first Christmas to be celebrated by Nigerians under Tinubu’s administration but it’s going to be the worst and a nightmare for Nigerians because they cannot even afford foodstuffs and drinks to celebrate the Yuletide.

“Naira scarcity is biting harder. Nigerians now buy Naira before they can use Naira. They cannot afford a bag of rice under his government because the cost is way above the N30,000 minimum wage.

“Salaries are not being paid. Now new minimum wage. Wage award not paid. No cash transfer to vulnerable Nigerians after taking a World Bank facility to that effect.

“Whatever they have saved has been eroded by inflationary pressures which now stand at over 28 per cent and the high cost of petroleum products following abrupt removal of fuel subsidy by Tinubu in May.”

He added that while the much-trumpeted investment drive by Tinubu has not materialized, the few existing investors in the country like Proctor and Gamble, Shoprite, Jumia Foods, etc, are leaving in droves.

He said: “How can new investors come to a country where the rule of law is not working?

“They cannot come because they have lost confidence in this administration over legitimacy issues both locally and internationally.

“His bad policies and the thriving corruption in this administration are scaring away investors.

“The only thing the government has achieved in the last six months is the looting of the country and paying lip service to the fight against corruption.

“So which right-thinking investor will come to a country where the judicial system is corrupt?”

“Today,” according to him, critical sectors of the economy are headed by Tinubu’s men and the country is not working because all sectors under his administration have been deliberately compromised and corrupted.

“As a result of a highly compromised judicial system under Tinubu, investors do not have confidence in getting justice if any agreements they enter into are breached or disputed.

“Also, investors have lost confidence in the National Assembly, who are saddled with making laws especially to aid the ease of doing business among others, but practically it is known to be one of the most corrupt arms of the present government.”

He said while Tinubu christened the 2024 Appropriation Bill as “Budget of Renewed Hope” the reality confronting Nigerians shows that it is a “budget of renewed hopelessness” because of the humongous fraudulent insertions into the fiscal document.

He added: “So right now, the future of Nigeria lies in the hands of Nigerians. Like every other nation, when a government has failed, the only option is for the people to protest and call for a restoration of sanity.

“Therefore, the only thing that can bring back the sanity is for Nigerians to wake up and join the upcoming peaceful protests in January which we are planning and mobilizing Nigerians for to rescue the country.

“If they want a better Nigeria, then they must wake up and fight to make sure they kick out this illegitimate government through peaceful protests.

“Nigerians must take their destiny in their hands by joining the peaceful protest in January to support the diaspora protest locally and internationally.”

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Otuaro Felicitates Tompolo On Honorary Doctorate Award

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December 2, 2025

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Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro has congratulated High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate of Laws (LLD) by the E.K. Clark University.

Otuaro described the recognition as well-deserved and befitting, noting that Tompolo has, over the years, demonstrated uncommon commitment to the peace, progress, and stability of the Niger Delta and Nigeria at large.

According to him, Tompolo’s role in sustaining peace in the region, particularly through his steadfast support for dialogue, community engagement, and nonviolent approaches to conflict resolution, has made a significant contribution to national security and economic stability.

He further noted that, beyond his contributions to peacebuilding, Tompolo has demonstrated extraordinary compassion, philanthropy, and devotion to humanitarian causes.

He added that his investments in youth empowerment stand as clear evidence of a man whose heart is truly with his people.

“Tompolo’s good heart, generosity, and love for humanity distinguish him as a leader of rare character,” Otuaro said.

The PAP Administrator commended E.K. Clark University for identifying and honouring a personality whose impact continues to resonate across the Niger Delta and beyond.

He urged other institutions to emulate such gestures that celebrate individuals advancing society through selfless service.

Dr Otuaro prayed for God’s continued guidance, long life, and strength for High Chief Ekpemupolo as he continues to serve the Niger Delta and Nigeria with dignity, wisdom, and compassion.

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JUST IN: Defence Minister, Badaru Mohammed Resigns

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3 hours ago

December 1, 2025

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The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has resigned his appointment with immediate effect.

His resignation was contained in a letter addressed to President Tinubu and dated December 1.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed this on Monday.

The presidential spokesman said Abubakar resigned on health grounds.

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Police Deny Opening Recruitment Portal, Warn Nigerians Against Fake Adverts

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December 1, 2025

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The Police Service Commission has debunked reports circulating on social media and several unofficial websites claiming that it has opened a portal for recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.

The Commission described the publications as fake, warning that they were created by fraudsters seeking to deceive and exploit unsuspecting Nigerians.

In a statement published on its official website on Monday, the PSC said it had not commenced any recruitment exercise.

“The general public is hereby informed that these publications are fake and entirely misleading.

“They are the handiwork of fraudsters attempting to exploit innocent citizens,” the Commission said.

It added that no recruitment portal had been opened by the Commission.

“There is currently no ongoing recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.

“The Police Service Commission has not opened any portal for such an exercise,” the statement added.

The PSC stressed that whenever recruitment begins, the announcement will be made strictly through authorised platforms.

According to the statement, official channels include advertisements in reputable national newspapers, announcements posted on the Commission’s verified website (www.psc.gov.ng), and formal press releases.

“We urge Nigerians to rely only on information published through these official channels.

“Any recruitment portal not listed on our website is fraudulent and should be reported to the police,” the commission said.

The PSC advised the public to ignore the fake recruitment claims to avoid falling victim to scams.

The PUNCH had reported that the Police Service Commission has cautioned Nigerians seeking a career in the Nigeria Police Force to beware of fake recruitment adverts circulating online, insisting that it has not yet commenced the 2025 recruitment exercise.