2023: APC, PDP Will Be Swept Into Oblivion -Dr Nnamani

2023: APC, PDP Will Be Swept Into Oblivion -Dr Nnamani

The Governorship candidate of Labour party in Enugu State Dr Davison Nnamani said what happened in 2015 that swept People’s Democratic Party, (PDP) out of power would be a child’s play compared to the tsunami that would occur in 2023 general election.

Dr Nnamani who ran under the Peoples Democratic PArty, (PDP) for the House of Representatives in Enugu East/Isi Uzo Federal Constituency of Enugu State in 2015 said the Peter Obi Fever has caught up with everyone unawares.

“It is a movement it is a political revolution that will sweep both the APC and PDP out of relevance. The good thing is that this is being driven by the youths who are over 60 percent of the Nigerian population

“The two political parties are already panicking because the signs are very clear. The youths are well energised for the battle to take back their country and that’s why you are witnessing mad rush for permanent voters register across the country.

“This has never happened before. It is very significant and instructive to see the youths coming out in numbers to express their solidarity and supports Labour party candidate.

“You are aware that before now, political parties used to use all maner of incentives to mobilise people to come out and register but today they are mobilising themselves for the same purpose. What does it show you?”

On his chances of becoming the next Governor of Enugu State under the Labour Party knowing fully well that the State is 100 percent controlled by PDP, Dr Nnamani said the party did not have the same grip at the moment.

He said a lot of PDP members in Enugu State were not happy with the outcome of the last party primary elections and were already one leg out of the party.

According to him, “many of them were contemplating joining our party and very soon you will begin to see mass decamping of big wigs from the two major political parties”.

IPOB Seeks Release Of Igbos Unlawfully Detained in Northern Nigeria

IPOB Seeks Release Of Igbos Unlawfully Detained in Northern Nigeria

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has raised the alarm over the alleged unlawful detention of Igbo youths, fathers and mothers in the northern part of the country.

The group said the detainees were unlawfully abducted and moved to military facilities in North while some were killed.

Its Media and Publicity Secretary Emma Powerful, in a statement, described the act as pure “human rights violation of a particular race” “racial profiling, violation of freedom of worship, discrimination and persecution”.

It appealed to the International community to prevail on Nigeria Government and its security agents to discharge all the detainees.

The statement partly reads: “We wish to condemn the continued and unlawful detention of Igbo youths, fathers and mothers in Imo State, Anambra State, Enugu State, Abia state and Ebonyi State detention facilities in the North more especially in Wawa military barracks at Kenji (Kainji) Niger State.

“The people were unlawfully abducted and moved to the North since one year ago, they were being detained incommunicado, all efforts made by their lawyers, family and associates were rebuffed by Nigeria Government and her security agents in Wawa military barracks of Niger State.

“We hereby bring to global consciousness the attitude of the Nigerian police/Military in whose custody our Igbo people are denied of their fundamental human right. (Nation)

Child Organ Harvesting: Ekweremadu, Wife Arrested In London

Child Organ Harvesting: Ekweremadu, Wife Arrested In London

Former Deputy President of the Nigerian senate in the 7th and 8th Senate, Dr Ike Ekweremadu, and Beatrice, his wife, have been arrested in London.

According to the Metropolitan Police, they were arrested and charged with bringing a child to the UK for organ harvesting.

The child, whose identity was not disclosed, is reportedly with the Metropolitan Police, while the Nigerian lawmaker and his wife are currently in custody pending a few hours when they would be arraigned at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court.

In a statement, Metropolitan Police said: “A woman and a man were charged today with conspiring to arrange the travel of a child into the UK in order to harvest organs.

“The charges follow an investigation by the Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime team.

“[A] Beatrice Nwanneka Ekweremadu, 55 (10.9.66) of Nigeria is charged with conspiracy to arrange/facilitate travel of another person with a view to exploitation, namely organ harvesting.

“[B] Ike Ekweremadu, 60 (12.05.62) of Nigeria is charged with conspiracy to arrange/facilitate travel of another person with a view to exploitation, namely organ harvesting.

“They have both been remanded in custody and will appear at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court later today.

“The investigation was launched after detectives were alerted to potential offences under modern slavery legislation in May 2022. A child has been safeguarded and we are working closely with partners on continued support. As criminal proceedings are now under way we will not be providing further details.”

The suspect shares the same name with former Deputy Senate President. It’s unclear if he is the one or they are related.

Meet The Man Who May Become Obi’s Vice

Meet The Man Who May Become Obi’s Vice

The name of the man the mantle of running mate to Peter Obi may fall on is DR Yunusa SalisuTanko from Kura Local Government in Kano State.

He was befire his nomination as Vice Presidential Candidate to Bashorun Dele Momodu under the National Conscience Party (NCP)in 2011, the National Secretary of the Party.

Dr. Tanko was one of the children of Mallam Labaran and Aisatu Yunusa had his primary school education at the Army Children School, Ikeja, Lagos between 1974 and 1981 and proceeded to Ikeja Grammar School, Lagos where he completed his secondary school education in 1985. 

Dr. Tanko holds a higher national diploma (HND) in Marketing from Kaduna Polytechnic now University of Technology, Kaduna in 1992 and bagged a Post-Graduate Diploma in Co-operative Studies from the same institution in 1994.

In 2006, he obtained a second HND degree in Accounting from Nuhu Bamali Polytechnic, Zaria which followed with a Post-Graduate Diploma in Management from the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria as well as an MBA from the same institution.

In 2010, Tanko, a practising muslim, was bestowed with an Honorary Doctorate Degree of Leadership and Management from the Universal Christian Academy (UNICA) – a representative of Cambridge Advanced Technology Training in Affiliation with the University of London, United Kingdom. 

A Chartered Accountant, Dr Tanko became a member of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), 2008 and the Institute of Cost and Management Accountant (ICMA) 2006.

His working experience traversed civil service, politics and civil society. He has served in various capacities as Head of Accounts, National Population Commission, Kaduna, 1993-2000; Head of Revenue, Nigerian Immigration Service, Kano, 2000-2002 and Head of Finance, Team Nigeria Trust Fund Limited, FCT, Abuja, 2002. 

For ten years, Dr. Tanko was Deputy National Chairman to Late Chief Gani Fawehinmi’s (SAN) mindwifed National Conscience Party, (NCP)

In 2007, he was appointed Secretary to the Coalition for a New Nigeria (CNN) – the Charles Nwodo led conglomerate of Nigerian political parties that gave General Muhammadu Buhari his first ticket in 2007 before he secured a presidential ticket from the All Nigeria People’s Party (ANPP).

Since 2009, Dr.Tanko has been Secretary of the Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) of all political parties in Nigeria led by Prof. G Nnaji of BNPP. In 2003, he served as the Assistant Secretary of the Conference of Nigerian Political Parties (CNPP) whose chairman was Alhaji Balarabe Musa.

In 2007, he was running mate to NCP’s presidential candidate Dr. Osagie Obayuwana. He was the Assistant Secretary to Dr. Usman Bugaje under the Tunji Braithwaithe led Nigerians United for Democracy from 2007. 

With a rich background in social activism, Dr. Yunusa Tanko was a Secretariat Member of the Pastor Tunde Bakare led Save Nigeria Group (SNG) and played a very prominent role as Field Marshal of the popular Save Nigeria Group (SNG) protest to the National Assembly in 2010 and Presidential  vila.

Dr. Yunusa Tanko is a recipient of the chieftaincy title – the Nwanne Ike Di Na Mba 1 of all Ndigbos in diaspora. He was elected on 8th July 2012 as the New National Chairman of NCP in Osun State and re elected in Akure Ondo State national congresses of the party.

Dr Tanko was also elected two term chairman of the Interparty Advisory Council (IPAC) on April 11th, 2013 to 2014. Currently a Student of M.Phil / Phd in management at the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria.

The young human right activist was equally a member of the National Peace Committee (NPC) which contributed heavily to 2015 credible , peaceful , free and fair Election , led by former Head of State General Abdul salami Abubakar rtd.

He is currently a consultant with Westminster foundation for Democracy (WFD). president Centre for Rehabilitation and Reintegration in Africa in defense of the Amajiris in Africa.

A highly detribalised Nigerian, Dr Tanko has contributed immensely to the promotion of peace in his state, kano and Nigeria in General. He is well known his defence of democracy and peaceful coexistence in Nigeria.

He recently lead a group of eminent Nigerians from ondo state to visit the Emir of kano Mai Martaba Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero in his palace on the 15th of March 2022.

Dr Tanko who is just 51 years old will not only fit in as the bridge between the youths and the old but has proven by his track records that he is truly a patriotic Nigerian and a democrat.

Insecurity: Again Gunmen Behead Another Lawmaker In Anambra

Insecurity: Again Gunmen Behead Another Lawmaker In Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the killing and beheading of a former member of Anambra State House of Assembly, Mr Nelson Achukwu, by gunmen.
Achukwu represented Nnewi South II between 2003 and 2007 during the reign of Dr Chris Ngige as governor of Anambra.

The incident occurred barely a month after one Okechukwu Okoye representing Aguata Constituency II was kidnapped and later found beheaded in Nnobi area alongside his aide.

DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, the command’s Public Relations Officer (PPRO), said on Tuesday in Awka that Achukwu’s body was found at the boundary of Uke and Ukpor communities.

“The victim was abducted at about 10:15pm in his house on June 9, 2022 and efforts were being made to rescue him before this unfortunate development.

“His body was found between the boundary of Uke and Ukpor communities both in Anambra.

“We are still nosing around to ensure that the culprits are uncovered and made to face the full wrath of the law,” he said.

He expressed regret that the former Assemblyman was kidnapped in his country home Ukpor, Nnewi South local government area, in spite of being physically challenged.

“His decapitated body was found at the bank of Ulasi River and was quickly buried by the family on Tuesday, June 21, evening as the body was already decomposing,” Ikenga said.

A source close to the family said that kidnappers collected N15 million ransom and went ahead to kill their victim.

“The deceased lawmaker was kidnapped few months ago and later released before the June 9 incident,” the source who preferred anonymity added.

Achukwu was the owner of Nelly Oil and Gas filling station located on Onuselogu road, Utuh in Nnewi South area. (NAN)

ARMY TROOPS INTERCEPT EXPLOSIVES AMMUNITION IN CROSS RIVER by Francisca Ogar

ARMY TROOPS INTERCEPT EXPLOSIVES AMMUNITION IN CROSS RIVER by Francisca Ogar

Troops of 13 Brigade operating under command of 82 Division, Nigerian Army on Tuesday 21 June 2022, intercepted a Toyota Camry car with registration number JAL 492 AA, ladened with assorted munition while enroute Utanga village towards Obudu Mountains in Cross River State.

According to a statement by Brigadier general Onyema Nwachukwu, Director army public relations troops deployed at Forward Operating Base Amana attempted to stop the vehicle at their checkpoint but the driver evaded the checking and zoomed off. The drivers recalcitrance compelled the troops to open fire on the tyres of the vehicle, thereby immobilizing it.

He further said a thorough search conducted on the vehicle revealed it was conveying 72 Improvised Explosive Device chargers, 121 Dynamite Liquid, 200 rounds of 7.62 mm (NATO) and 82 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition. Other items recovered in the intercepted vehicle are military uniforms and kits.

Nwachukwu urged members of the public to continue to support our troops with credible information that will lead to stemming the tide of insecurity across the country.


Senate Passes Bill To Establish NYSC Trust Fund, 3 Others For Concurrence 

Senate Passes Bill To Establish NYSC Trust Fund, 3 Others For Concurrence 

The Senate, Tuesday, passed for concurrence, the National Youth Service Corps Trust Fund Bill 2022.

Also passed were three other bills to establish the Institute of Credit Administration; Federal University of Agriculture and Entrepreneurship Saki; and Repeal and Re-enact the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria Act. 

The bills were sponsored by the Deputy Senate Leader, Ajayi Boroffice (APC, Ondo North). 

The four bills for concurrence, from the House of Representatives, were all passed by the upper chamber, after a clause-by-clause consideration by the Committee of the Whole. 

Senate Alerts Military On Terrorists’ Enclaves In Kwara, Niger States 

Senate Alerts Military On Terrorists’ Enclaves In Kwara, Niger States 

The Senate has identified terrorists’ enclaves in communities within three local government areas of Kwara and Niger States, respectively. 

Accordingly, the chamber, on Tuesday, urged the Military to carry out a comprehensive onslaught of bandits and criminal elements within Kainji Lake National Park and the identified communities. 

The names of communities given by the chamber include Kaiama, Karonzi-Yashikira in Baruten local government, and Wawa and Babanna areas in Niger State. 

These formed part of resolutions reached by the Senate after it considered a motion on the “worsening insecurity in Kainji Lake National Park and existential threat to communities in Kaima, Baruten and Borgu Local Government in Kwara and Miger States.” 

The motion was sponsored by Senator Sadiq Sulieman Umar (Kwara North), and Co-sponsored by the Deputy Whip, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi (Niger North). 

In his presentation,  Senator Umar noted that, “kidnapping and other forms of criminality is becoming a recurrent decimal in communities close to Kainji Lake National Park particularly Nanu. Nuku, Woro, Kale in Kaiama and Yashikira in Baruten local Government of Kwara State and some part of Borgu Local Government in Niger State. 

“This has led to people living in perpetual fear of either being kidnapped and or Killed by kidnappers suspected to be armed bandits;

“Further notes that Kainji Lake National Park covers an area of about 5,341km square with deep forest Vegetation. This park which is reserved for tourism is becoming fort-filed in harboring bandits and other forms of criminals;

“Also notes that park rangers meant to man this park could no longer protect the forest reserve as they have lost control of the park to terrorist;

“Worried that people living in these communities are predominantly farmers and their means of livelihood is threatened by the activities of these criminals as many are leaving their villages and farms to seek refuge in the towns that will soon be threatened as well if nothing is done about this insecurity situation. In fact, some communities have started paying the criminals some sort of tax to be allowed to stay safe;

“Aware that the first incident occurred in year 2008 which led to the death of several Local Vigilante group members in an attempt to dislodge these criminals from the Kainji Lake National Park;

“Also aware that there is a Forward Operating Base (FOB) established immediately after the first attacks and subsequent approval for the establishment of Military barrack in the local government, but these attacks keeps on happening with reckless abandon; and

“Cognizant that in this year 2022 alone, several cases of kidnapping were reported in villages like Nanu, Nuku, Woro, and so on with several people reported dead. Others who returned were released after the payment of millions of Naira.”

The Senate, in its resolutions, mandated the Committees on Defence; Finance and National Planning to jointly inter-face with the Ministry of Defence to determine status of the establishment and funding of Army Barrack in Kaiama and Forward Operation Base (FOB) in Babanna in Kwara and Niger States, respectively.

It urged the military authorities to carry out a comprehensive onslaught on bandits and other criminal elements within Kainji Lake National Park, especially Kaiama, Karonzi -Yashikira in Baruten local government, and Wawa and Babanna areas in Niger state.

The chamber also urged the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to send relief materials to victims in the affected communities

Labour Party’ s VP : Supporters Switch To Tanko Yunusa

Labour Party’ s VP : Supporters Switch To Tanko Yunusa

There are clear indications that the Labour Party Candidate and the former Governor of Anambra State Mr Peter Obi may have shifted attention to the National Conscience Party, (NCP) Chairman and spokes person for the Third Force, Dr Yunusa Tanko.

The move according to a source close to the party was informed by the deadlock in talks between Obi’s camp and that of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, a former Governor of Kano State.

Our source further revealed that majority of Obi’s supporters have become impatient over the unending talks with Kwankwaso and have shifted interest to Dr Tanko who they believe would be a good bridge between the youths and the old block.

He observed that, “Tanko who is about fifty years old and much younger than Kwankwaso will appeal to the youths who are driving the power shift more than someone who is over sixty years old.

“It is Obi who is the rallying point here and not Kwankwaso so why the bluffing. We can no longer beg him. Let us see how far he can go without Peter Obi”.

The group rooting for Tanko as the running mate to Obi, our source further added was of the opinion that the NCP man had been more consistent and stable in ideology than Kwankwaso who had been jumping from one political party to another before finally ending up with New Nigeran Party, (NNP).

The source who expressed optimism about the final emergence of the NCP Chiltern further added that, “the good thing is that Dr Tanko is from Kano like Kwankwaso so his choice will be a good substitute to him, (Kwankwaso).

Similiarly social media influencer and a popular public comentator, Mr Majeed Dahiru has lended his voice to the push for Dr Yunusa Tanko to run with Peter Obi in place of Kwankwaso for the 2023 presidential election.

Speaking on African Independent Television, (AIT) prime morning programme, Kakaaki, he opined that people are canvassing for Peter Obi candidacy and not for the running mate.

Dahiru further stressed that with the sudden rise in the profile of Labour Party in less than two months after Peter Obi became the candidate was a proof that with or without Kwankwaso his popularity would not diminish.

He noted that what was happening currently could be basically termed a revolution that would usher in a new order in the country ‘s political land scape that would shock many.

2023 Presidency : APC, PDP Members In Imo North Collapse Structures For Obi, LP

Convinced that Labour Party parades the best Presidential candidate, members of the two majority parties in Nigeria, the Peoples Democratic Party and All Progressives Congress in North Senatorial District of Imo State on Sunday collapsed their structures into the Labour Party and pledged their loyalty and support to its presidential candidate, Peter Obi.

No fewer than 2,000 people joined the LP at a ceremony at Umuaro community in the Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of the state.

A former Deputy Chief of Staff to a former governor of the state, Chikwem Onuoha, said that the decision was reached after an investigation revealed that Obi was the best presidential material among other presidential candidates.

Onuoha said that the APC and the PDP had misruled Nigeria for the past 23 years, adding that it was time Nigerians voted Obi to rescue the country.

The APC chieftain said, “Today, the APC and the PDP are dead in Okigwe zone. We have resolved to collapse our structures in the zone into the Labour Party and to work for the victory of Peter Obi. Peter Obi symbolises the hope of the ordinary people of Nigeria.

“Peter Obi is tested and trusted and he has the support of the people who vote during the election. Apart from Obi, we will vote LP all through. The Labour Party is for a mass movement. We are wiser and we want to take back our country.”

The President General of the Okigwe North Youth Progressives Forum, Chidinma Onyenagubo, said that his group was mobilising people to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards to vote for LP In 2023.(Punch).