Tinubu Off To Saudi Arabia ‘To Pray For Nigeria’

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to leave Abuja on Today (Thursday) for Makkah, Saudi Arabia, the Presidency has said.

Bayo Onanuga, presidential spokesperson, said this in a statement issued on Wednesday, pointing out that Tinubu would perform Umrah, an Islamic spiritual exercise involving a pilgrimage to the Holy City.

Onanuga said the visit would give the president an opportunity for “spiritual reflection, devotion, and prayers for Nigeria’s peace, unity, stability, and continued progress”.

Read the statement: “While in Makkah, President Tinubu will perform the religious rites associated with Umrah, seeking Allah’s guidance and blessings for Nigeria and its people”.

He added that Tinubu would inaugurate some equipment acquired by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its operations at the presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport before departing Abuja on Thursday.

The president is expected back to Nigeria next week after completing the pilgrimage.

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NAFDAC Damages N8Billion Worth Of Counterfeit, Banned Products

The destroction of fake, banned, adulterated and unwholesome products worth more than N8 billion, seized across the North-Central zone, took place Thursday in Lafia, Nasarawa State capital. The destroction exercise was conducted by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, NAFDAC director-general, disclosed this at the destruction site. Represented by Joseph Edor, the agency’s North-Central Coordinator, Adeyeye said the products were seized from manufacturing facilities, sales outlets, markets and motor parks. She said that most of the confiscated products were banned alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and small containers of less than 200 millilitres. The NAFDAC boss said the Agency was established by Decree No. 19 of 1993, as amended, to protect public health by ensuring that only quality, safe and effective regulated products were manufactured, imported, distributed and sold in Nigeria. She explained that the ban on alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and glass bottles below 200 millilitres was introduced because their affordability, availability and portability made them susceptible to abuse by youths and underage school children. Said Adeyeye: “Research has shown that early exposure to alcohol affects the brain and such other vital organs as the liver and kidneys”. She added that early alcohol consumption could impair brain development, cause brain damage, undermine pupils’ academic performance, reduce productivity and contribute to various illnesses. She said the ban and subsequent enforcement operations were aimed at curbing abuse, addiction and the adverse health effects associated with the products. The NAFDAC boss said other items seized included expired, counterfeit and unwholesome food products, drugs and cosmetics. She commended other law enforcement agencies, sister agencies and stakeholders for their continued collaboration with NAFDAC, particularly in intelligence sharing and providing security during enforcement operations. Speaking also, Dr. Gyani Stephen, NAFDAC Coordinator in Nasarawa State, said the destruction exercise was not intended to hurt anyone but to protect public health and save lives. He urged traders involved in the sale of fake and banned products to desist from the practice or face the full wrath of the law. In his remarks, C.N. Saidu Daniel, the Nasarawa State Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), represented by Yakubu Awoh, commended NAFDAC for its efforts to safeguard public health. Daniel said allowing the dangerous products into the market could have endangered millions of lives and adversely affected their mental health.

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Police Arrest Masquerades In Akwa-Ibom

The police in Akwa Ibom State said Thursday its operatives arrested two Ekpo masquerade participants for alleged extortion of money from passers-by and assault on members of the public in Ikot Ekpene. This was contained in a statement issued by Timfom John, police spokesperson in the State, which further said the suspects were arrested at about 6:00pm on Monday, October 26, along the Ukana/Abak highway during an operational show of force. John said the suspects were allegedly found with masquerade costumes and attire, machetes, spears and arrows. Read the statement: “The suspects, identified as Ine Isong, aged 29, of Ukana Ikot Esoh Village, and Emmanuel Ekpenyong, aged 20, of Ikono Local Government Area, were allegedly found in possession of Ekpo masquerade costumes and attire, machetes, spears and arrows. “Preliminary reports indicate that the suspects and other persons allegedly involved in the activities had been terrorising residents and extorting money from unsuspecting members of the public. Reports further indicate that some innocent persons, particularly women, were assaulted in the process”. John said investigations were ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify other persons who might be connected to the alleged offences. He quoted Commissioner of Police Baba Azare, in charge of the State , as warning that the police would not tolerate the use of cultural practices or masquerade activities as a cover for criminality, intimidation, extortion or violence against members of the public. Said he: “While respecting lawful cultural traditions, the Command remains resolute in ensuring that no individual or group takes the law into their own hands or threaten the peace and security of residents”.

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2027: ‘Tinubu Must Go’ Movement Garners Momentum In Northern Nigeria Amidist Caution

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Amid concerns over the cost of living, insecurity and demands for better governance ahead of the 2027 general polls, the ‘Tinubu Must Go’ (TMG) movement keeps attention in the northern part of Nigeria. Barrister Hamza Nuhu Dantani, one of the movement’s co-founders, disclosed that the campaign was driven by the economic difficulties facing Nigerians and the need for greater accountability from the government. Dantani said the movement was not motivated by personal hatred for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu but by concerns about his administration’s policies and their impact on ordinary citizens. Said he: “We do not hate President Tinubu as a person. Our concern is with his administration, its policies, and their impact on the lives of ordinary Nigerians”. He identified rising petrol prices, the increasing cost of essential goods and persistent insecurity as some of the major issues driving the campaign. Dantani said the movement was demanding economic relief, improved security, accountability and a government that prioritises citizens’ welfare. Stated Dantani: “The ‘Tinubu Must Go’ movement must remain focused, peaceful, and committed to its mission of demanding better leadership and a better future for Nigeria”. He added that the group would continue to hold governments accountable, regardless of the political party in power. Dantani said the movement would also demand change from any future administration that failed to fulfil its campaign promises, insisting that its activities would remain peaceful and within the law. Noted he: “Our loyalty is not to any individual or political party; it is to the Nigerian people and the future of our country”. He described TMG as a campaign for accountability, good governance and meaningful change, arguing that Nigerians deserved leadership that addressed their concerns. Professor Murtala Muhammad, a political analyst and National Vice-President of the Nigerian Political Science Association, said TMG appeared to be gaining support among some young people in Northern Nigeria. He said the movement would need to establish a strong grassroots presence and address the everyday challenges facing residents to translate its growing visibility into sustained political support. Muhammad revealed that the campaign was emerging against the backdrop of economic hardship, insecurity, unemployment, poverty and declining purchasing power. Said he: “TMG appears to have gained considerable acceptance among a segment of the youth population in Northern Nigeria, reflecting evolving political consciousness, prevailing socio-economic realities, and growing demands for accountable governance”. ...

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