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13/02/2026

Africa’s Tapestry: A Tragic Chronicle

Once Africa walked proud, with empires in her stride,
Gold and culture shining, no need to hide.
Strangers came in ships, with promises fake,
Bound her in chains she struggled to break.

Her children taken, her riches plundered,
Her lands carved up while she slept, too thundered.
Freedom arrived wrapped tightly in strife,
Her sons turned foes, and blood answered life.

Now she stands weary, still finding her feet,
Parched by debts and promises incomplete.
Yet in her shadowed eyes, a stubborn light stays—
Laughing at sorrow through tear-soaked days.

— Dickson Ochejenu

13/02/2026

Hear now the whisper carved in enduring stone:

I am the flame that consumes no oil,
Yet I burn in the chambers of kings and paupers alike.

I am the chain that binds without iron,
The wound that bleeds without scar.

I am born in a glance,
Yet I outlive empires.

I make the mighty kneel
And the fearful brave.

I am unseen, yet I am carried in trembling hands.
I am silent, yet I thunder in restless hearts.

Name me, traveler,
For though I conquer all who find me,
None who possess me wish to be free.

06/02/2026

THE SENATE DIDN'T REJECT THE REAL-TIME TRANSMISSION OF ELECTIONS RESULTS- SEN. AKPABIO CLARIFIED.

05/02/2026

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 | 𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝟭𝟲𝟬 𝗔𝗕𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗜𝗡 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗢𝗠 𝗜𝗡 𝗞𝗔𝗗𝗨𝗡𝗔, 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗗 𝗔𝗧 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘

More than 160 worshippers who were abducted by armed bandits in Kaduna State have regained their freedom and were formally received by the state government at the Government House, marking a major breakthrough in ongoing security efforts.

The freed victims, who were kidnapped while observing religious activities, arrived under tight security and were visibly emotional as they reunited with family members and community leaders after weeks in captivity.

State officials commended the coordinated efforts of security agencies, traditional leaders, and local stakeholders, noting that sustained intelligence-driven operations played a key role in securing the victims’ release.

Receiving them on behalf of the state government, officials reassured residents that the administration remains committed to restoring peace, strengthening security architecture, and ensuring that perpetrators of such crimes are brought to justice.

Medical teams were also on hand to assess the health condition of the rescued worshippers, while arrangements were made for psychological support and reintegration assistance.

The Kaduna State Government reiterated its resolve to intensify operations against criminal elements and urged citizens to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information.

05/02/2026

SENATE AT CROSSROADS OVER ELECTRONIC RESULTS: ABARIBE DEFENDS REAL-TIME TRANSMISSION AMID ELECTORAL CONTROVERSY

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has firmly insisted that the Nigerian Senate approved the electronic transmission of election results in real time, countering widespread media reports that suggest the provision was rejected in the 2022 Electoral Act review.

Speaking at a press briefing at the National Assembly on Thursday, Abaribe—flanked by 13 serving senators—said the reports misrepresent the Senate’s actual resolution and unfairly question his personal integrity.

According to him, the Senate did not approve the “transfer” of results as controversially framed in parts of the Electoral Act, but instead deliberately endorsed electronic transmission, a distinction he described as both intentional and critical.

> “What we passed is electronic transmission of results. I need to make this very clear,” Abaribe stated, stressing that the Senate’s position has been misunderstood in the public space.

He explained that the decision emerged from an extensive legislative process involving the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and several civil society organisations (CSOs). A joint committee of the National Assembly, he said, held multiple retreats with key stakeholders, leading to a consensus in both chambers in favour of electronic transmission of results.

Following these engagements, the Senate constituted an ad hoc committee to review the electoral reform report. Abaribe disclosed that the committee’s findings were deliberated upon during a closed executive session.

> “On my honour, during the executive session we all agreed on electronic transmission of results in real time. At plenary yesterday, we also passed it,” he said.

Despite this, confusion erupted during plenary proceedings, even after the Senate President reportedly confirmed on the floor that electronic transmission had been approved. The controversy has been further inflamed by the National Assembly’s reported rejection of the broader bill, reigniting public criticism of Nigeria’s electoral framework—long viewed by analysts and observers as vulnerable to manipulation and lacking transparency.

Abaribe warned that mischaracterising the Senate’s resolution risks deepening public mistrust in the legislature and undermining ongoing efforts to reform an electoral system already under intense national scrutiny.

As debate continues, the episode highlights the growing tension between legislative intent, public communication, and the urgent demand for credible electoral reforms in Nigeria.

05/02/2026

I'm Interested in Oyo politics - FCT minister Wike

04/02/2026

𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗙𝗬 𝗔𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗘 — 𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗥 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗦𝗜 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗖 𝗩𝗜𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has firmly rejected the notion that cultural practices can be used to excuse domestic violence, calling for stronger legal and institutional measures to protect women and other vulnerable groups.

Speaking on Wednesday during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria stressed that fundamental human rights are non-negotiable and must not be subordinated to tradition.

“As a country, we must recognise that we have citizens and human beings whose rights are inviolable,” Sanusi said. “You cannot violate those rights in the name of culture. No culture gives anyone the right to beat a woman.”

He emphasized that every woman is entitled to protection under the law, regardless of societal or cultural beliefs, noting that abuse often flourishes where power is unchecked and accountability is weak.

According to the Emir, the lack of adequate protection for women allows some men to misuse authority, leaving the most vulnerable exposed to violence.

“In our society, the weak and vulnerable are often the victims — women, children, the poor, and persons living with disabilities,” he said. “Hospitals are filled with women who have suffered permanent injuries, and pediatric wards also record cases of abuse against children.”

Sanusi called on authorities to enforce existing laws more decisively and urged society to abandon cultural narratives that normalise or excuse violence. He described domestic abuse as a grave human rights violation that demands urgent and sustained action.

04/02/2026

𝗪𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗬𝗢 𝗣𝗗𝗣 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗦 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗦 𝗗𝗘𝗘𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗦

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has openly declared his interest in the activities of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, a statement that has reignited tensions within the opposition party amid its lingering internal crisis.

Wike’s comment comes against the backdrop of ongoing divisions within the PDP at the national level and a strained political relationship between the former Rivers State governor and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, who is widely regarded as a key stakeholder in the party’s South-West structure.

Speaking on the development, Wike maintained that as a senior member of the PDP, he reserves the right to take interest in party affairs across the country, including Oyo State. He dismissed suggestions that his involvement amounted to interference, insisting that party politics should not be reduced to personal fiefdoms.

Political observers note that the declaration is significant, given the unresolved rift within the PDP, particularly between camps loyal to Wike and those aligned with Governor Makinde and other governors pushing for internal reforms and reconciliation within the party.

The PDP has, in recent months, struggled with leadership disputes, zoning disagreements, and conflicting loyalties, weakening its cohesion ahead of future electoral contests. Analysts say Wike’s latest intervention could either force a realignment within the party or further expose the deep-seated fractures threatening its unity.

While neither the Oyo State PDP leadership nor Governor Makinde has officially responded to Wike’s remarks, the development has sparked intense debate within political circles, with many viewing it as a test of influence and authority within the opposition party.

As the PDP battles to present a united front nationally, all eyes are now on Oyo State—one of its strongholds—to see how the unfolding dynamics between key power brokers will shape the party’s future direction.

04/02/2026

𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗨𝗘 𝗘𝗫-𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗪𝗔𝗠 𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗣𝗗𝗣 𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗗 𝗗𝗘𝗘𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗦

Former Benue State Governor and ex-Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees, Senator Gabriel Suswam, has formally resigned from the PDP, citing what he described as unresolved internal conflicts within the opposition party.

Suswam’s resignation was conveyed in a letter addressed to the PDP leadership in Benue State, where he expressed disappointment over the party’s inability to address longstanding divisions and restore internal cohesion. He noted that repeated efforts by elders and stakeholders to reconcile aggrieved factions had failed, leaving the party weakened and directionless.

The former governor said the persistent leadership tussles, lack of internal democracy, and growing distrust among party leaders made it difficult for him to continue under the PDP platform. According to him, the party has drifted from its founding ideals, despite its critical role as Nigeria’s main opposition.

Political analysts say Suswam’s exit is another major blow to the PDP, coming amid a wave of defections and public disagreements involving senior party figures across the country. His departure further underscores the deepening crisis within the party as it struggles to reposition itself ahead of future elections.

While Suswam has not yet disclosed his next political move, his resignation has intensified speculation about possible realignments among opposition heavyweights.

The PDP leadership is yet to issue an official response to the development.

04/02/2026

𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡, 𝗢𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗢𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗠𝗢𝗨 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), alongside five other professional bodies, has formally entered into a strategic partnership with the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating inclusive, credible, and sustainable economic participation across Nigeria.

The agreement was signed at a high-level ceremony convened by the Presidency, marking a significant step in the Federal Government’s drive to deepen financial access, improve economic literacy, and integrate more Nigerians into the formal economy.

Speaking on behalf of the participating professional bodies, ICAN President and Chairman of Council, Mal. Haruna Nma Yahaya, mni, Ph.D., FCA, expressed appreciation to Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON, who also chairs the Presidential Committee, for the confidence placed in professional institutions as key drivers of national development.

Yahaya described the partnership as more than an institutional engagement, noting that it represents a shared national responsibility to strengthen trust, accountability, and participation within Nigeria’s financial ecosystem. He explained that the MoU aligns with the President’s nationwide initiative to provide free financial inclusion and literacy training to 10 million Nigerians, a flagship intervention designed to empower citizens and expand economic opportunities.

ICAN also commended the Federal Government under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for ongoing economic reforms that are improving investor confidence and creating pathways for inclusive growth.

Emphasizing the broader vision of the collaboration, ICAN noted that financial inclusion extends beyond digital access, stressing the importance of affordability, consumer protection, institutional credibility, and public trust. Under the MoU, the six professional bodies will work collectively to translate policy objectives into measurable outcomes—bridging the gap between the informal and formal sectors, strengthening institutions, and supporting Nigeria’s long-term economic stability.

Dignitaries present at the event included the ICAN Vice President, Mrs. Queensley Sofuratu Seghosime, mni, FCA; the Registrar and Chief Executive of ICAN, Lanre Olasunkanmi, Ph.D., FCA; the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Economic Matters, Dr. Tope Fasua, FCA; and the Technical Adviser to the President on Economic and Financial Inclusion, Dr. Nurudeen A. Zauro, FCA.

04/02/2026

𝗞𝗢𝗚𝗜 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗧, 𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗡𝗦𝗖𝗗𝗖 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗖 𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘

The Kogi State Government has reached a strategic agreement with telecommunications operators and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on a comprehensive framework to protect critical telecom infrastructure across the state.

The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed that the initiative is part of Governor Usman Ododo’s broader security-driven governance agenda aimed at strengthening public safety, protecting critical assets, and sustaining economic and social activities.

According to Fanwo, the governor has also directed all relevant ministries, departments, and security agencies to deploy necessary protective measures to ensure schools resume academic activities as soon as it is deemed safe, with minimal disruption to the state’s academic calendar.

He commended security agencies for providing timely and actionable intelligence, noting that their collaboration with the state government and private-sector stakeholders reflects the effectiveness and responsiveness of Kogi’s evolving security architecture.

“This level of cooperation underscores our commitment to proactive governance. We are not waiting for crises to escalate before acting,” Fanwo said.

The commissioner further reassured residents that the government remains firmly in control of the situation, stressing that security agencies are working round the clock to identify, locate, and dismantle criminal hideouts across the state.

He urged the public to remain calm and supportive, emphasizing that the protection of lives, infrastructure, and public institutions remains a top priority of the Ododo administration.

04/02/2026

𝗞𝗢𝗚𝗜 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗖𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗦

The Kogi State Government has announced a temporary shutdown of schools across the state as part of proactive steps to strengthen safety and security within the education sector.

The decision, according to state authorities, is based on credible intelligence assessments and is aimed at protecting pupils, students, teachers, and school infrastructure. The government stressed that the move is a precautionary measure taken in the interest of public safety and not a response to panic or any immediate threat.

In a notice to members, the Chairman of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), Kogi State Chapter, Reuben Jimoh, disclosed that the state government has adjusted the academic calendar by bringing forward the midterm break. He explained that the break will now function as an emergency preventive closure, effective until February 16, 2026.

Confirming the development, the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, told journalists in Lokoja on Tuesday that the administration opted for early intervention to avert avoidable risks.

“The safety of our children, teachers, and educational institutions remains non-negotiable. This administration believes in acting responsibly and proactively, rather than reacting after incidents occur,” Fanwo said.

He added that the government is working closely with security agencies to review and reinforce protective measures, assuring residents that normal academic activities will resume once safety protocols are fully strengthened.

The state government urged parents, school owners, and the general public to remain calm and cooperate with authorities, reiterating its commitment to safeguarding lives while ensuring continuity in governance and education.

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