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Tinubu’s Govt Exacerbated Nigeria’s Woes – APC Chieftain Laments

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12 months ago

December 28, 2024

An All Progressives Congress Chieftain in Cross River State, Joseph Odok has claimed that the economic woes of Nigerians increased in President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

In a statement issued in Calabar, Odok said, “It is clear that the current federal government’s policies have only exacerbated the economic woes of Nigerians.

He said the policies and governance have not alleviated the plights but compounded the sufferings in the country.

He stated that instead of Nigerians celebrating these misguided decisions, they should be demanding more accountability and effective solutions to their economic challenges.

Odok noted further that the country is struggling to make ends meet, with widespread hunger and poverty. “And yet, the current administration expects us to applaud their actions as some sort of achievement.”

The analyst decried the removal of fuel subsidy which those in corridors of power now criticized the previous administration for.

“Is it not shocking that after removing fuel subsidy, they are borrowing more than the previous administration?

“They once told us that removing fuel subsidy was necessary to avoid endangering our unborn children.

“Now that they’ve removed fuel subsidy, along with most other subsidies on dollars, electricity, and more, they’ve essentially opened the floodgates for the government to borrow recklessly.”

According to Odok, the borrowing spree will only leave a massive debt burden for future generations to deal with, maintaining that this action will only compound existing national problems.

He expressed sadness that the removal of fuel subsidy has had far-reaching consequences, including increased inflation, poverty, and unemployment.

“The cost of living has skyrocketed, with prices of basic goods and services rising exponentially. The government’s decision to remove subsidies has also led to increased fuel smuggling, crime, and job losses in the informal sector.

“It’s ironic that the removal of fuel subsidies, which was supposed to save our economy, has only led to more hardship and uncertainty.”

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PDP Crisis: INEC Rejects Turaki-led NWC

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2 days ago

December 23, 2025

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The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has said it will not recognise the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee, NWC, of the Peoples Democratic Party, citing existing court judgments and unresolved legal processes.

This was as contained in a letter dated December 22, 2025, signed by INEC Secretary, Dr Rose Oriaran-Anthony.

The Commission stated that it could not act on demands to acknowledge or upload on its website the list of national officers said to have been elected at the National Convention held on November 15 and 16, 2025, in Ibadan.

According to INEC, its position was guided by subsisting court decisions and pending litigation relating to the leadership crisis within the PDP.

The electoral body further noted that it would be improper to recognise any factional officers while the matter remains before the courts.

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Govt That Fails To Protect Its Citizens Has No Business Remaining In Office – Kwankwaso

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2 days ago

December 23, 2025

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Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has accused the Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of lacking the political will to tackle Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.

Kwankwaso spoke on Tuesday in Kano while unveiling 2,000 operatives of the Kano State Neighbourhood Security Network.

He urged President Tinubu to “rise to the occasion and truly act as the Commander-in-Chief” in addressing banditry and other security challenges.

According to him, Nigeria’s military “remains one of the most gallant in the world,” having served in international peacekeeping missions in Darfur, Liberia, and other conflict zones.

However, he said the armed forces are not being adequately supported to perform optimally.

“Today, many innocent Nigerians are being killed, while the perpetrators walk freely as if nothing happened. The government must apologise to Nigerians for its laxity in the fight against insecurity,” he said.

Kwankwaso, who once served as Minister of Defence, added: “When I was Defence Minister, I knew the capability of the Nigerian military. They are courageous and professional but need clear direction, support, and political will to do the needful.”

He stressed that Nigeria’s armed forces had historically ranked among the best globally and urged the government to equip them properly to change the current security situation.

Kwankwaso also said that if elected president in 2027, he would recruit over one million additional military personnel to strengthen national security.

“Any government that fails to protect the lives and property of its citizens has failed woefully and has no business remaining in office,” he declared.

He further called on the Federal Government to integrate community-based security initiatives, like the Kano Neighbourhood Security Network, into the national security system to boost morale and improve intelligence-driven operations against criminals.

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ADC Announces Temporary Closure Of Secretariat

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2 days ago

December 23, 2025

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The African Democratic Congress, ADC , says it has temporarily closed its National Secretariat as part of the end-of-year break.

A statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said full operations are scheduled to resume in the New Year.

According to the statement, the secretariat will close on December 23, 2025, and reopen on January 5, 2026.

The party, however, said essential skeletal services will remain available throughout the period, while all other official activities at the National Secretariat will be suspended to allow staff and party officials observe the Christmas and New Year holidays.

“This is to inform the public that the African Democratic Congress National Secretariat will close for the year on 23rd December 2025 and will resume full operations on 5th January 2026.

“During this period, only skeletal services will be available, while all other official activities at the Secretariat will be temporarily suspended,” the statement said.

The party thanked its members, partners and supporters for their continued loyalty and cooperation throughout the year, noting that their support remains critical to the growth and stability of the party.

The ADC also said it is committed to its ideals and to democratic engagement as it prepares for activities in the coming year.