BAfolabi

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Insecurity: Nigeria Cannot Continue Like This

I received with deep shock and sadness the tragic death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died while in the custody of kidnappers. Earlier, before this heartbreaking news, I also received disturbing reports of renewed bandit attacks in Sokoto and Kwara States.

The armed bandits reportedly blocked a market route in Sokoto and abducted traders, while terrorists invaded communities in Kwara State, kidnapping scores of citizens and killing innocent people, are heartbreaking and alarming. These incidents are not isolated tragedies; they are clear manifestations of the deepening security crisis confronting our nation.

But particularly painful is the reported death of Major General Rabe Abubakar, a distinguished military officer who dedicated a significant part of his life to defending Nigeria and protecting its citizens. It is tragic that a man who served his fatherland with honour, rose through the ranks of the Nigerian Armed Forces, and retired after years of meritorious service, would meet such a heartbreaking end at the hands of criminal elements. His death is a national tragedy and a sobering indictment of the insecurity that has engulfed our country.

When traders can no longer travel safely to markets, farmers cannot access their farms, communities live under constant fear, and even retired senior military officers are not spared from the menace of kidnapping and violent crime, it becomes evident that our nation is facing a grave security emergency.

Security remains the foremost responsibility of any government. Every life lost, every citizen abducted, and every community displaced represent a painful failure of our collective duty to protect the Nigerian people. The recurring attacks in Sokoto, Kwara, and many other parts of the country demonstrate that insecurity is not only persisting but spreading in both scope and intensity.

I once again urge the Federal Government and our security agencies to move beyond rhetoric and adopt a more proactive, intelligence-driven, technology-based, and coordinated approach to tackling insecurity. We must strengthen our security architecture, improve intelligence gathering, secure our borders, equip and motivate our security personnel, and ensure that those responsible for these heinous crimes are apprehended and brought to justice.

A nation where citizens live in fear cannot prosper. A nation where economic activities are disrupted daily by criminal elements cannot attract investment, create jobs, or guarantee a better future for its people. We must urgently reclaim every part of our country from terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and all criminal gangs threatening our collective existence.

My heartfelt condolences go to the family of Major General Rabe Abubakar, his former colleagues in the Armed Forces, and all Nigerians who have lost loved ones to insecurity. I also sympathise with the families of those killed, those abducted, and the affected communities in Sokoto, Kwara, and across the nation.

The recurring tragedies and embarrassing security failures we continue to witness make the quest for a New Nigeria not only necessary but inevitable. We must build a nation where every citizen can live, work, travel, and pursue legitimate economic activities without fear.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[BAfolabi @BAfolabi7]

@mamatii001 @KwankwasoRM 😂

[BAfolabi @BAfolabi7]

@AbayodeApe @KwankwasoRM Even PO said they are partners. Stop taking pills over another person's headache

[Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso @KwankwasoRM]

Yesterday, I had the honour of hosting my brother and partner, His Excellency Peter Obi, at my residence in Abuja.

I warmly welcomed him back from his highly productive international trip, and we engaged in frank and productive discussions on key partisan and national issues.

Our party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), remains united. As leaders, we must continue to demonstrate maturity by making the necessary sacrifices and tolerating our differences in pursuit of our shared goal.

We are resolute in this mission, and together, we shall ensure that Nigeria is OK. - RMK

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Today, I am honoured to join distinguished Nigerians in celebrating a statesman and elder of our nation, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, GCFR, on the occasion of his 84th birthday and the public presentation of books documenting his remarkable life, service, and contributions to Nigeria and Africa.

General Abdulsalami occupies a unique place in our national history. At a critical moment in Nigeria's journey, he demonstrated uncommon courage, patriotism, and selflessness by guiding our nation through a peaceful transition to democratic governance. His actions helped lay the foundation for the democratic dispensation that Nigeria continues to build upon today.

As we celebrate General Abdulsalami today, we are reminded that true leadership is measured not by the accumulation of power, but by the positive impact one leaves on people and institutions. His life continues to demonstrate that service to the nation must always be guided by responsibility and a commitment to the common good.

May Almighty God continue to grant him good health, wisdom, and strength to keep serving humanity and our nation.

Thank you, and God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria. -PO

[Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso @KwankwasoRM]

An excerpt from my interview on the BBC Igbo Service, during which I spoke on various current and contemporary issues. - RMK

[Ibrahim H Abdulkarim @ziter001]

My dear Obidient family, Kwankwasiyya brothers and sisters, and all well-meaning Nigerians,

Let us not be distracted by events around the NDC and the emergence of our candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, with Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso as running mate. The APC, ADC and other opposition forces are uncomfortable because they see our growing strength.

We may not like every driver of this NDC vehicle, but this is about rescuing Nigeria, not comfort. Peter Obi remains the best option to reset our country towards prosperity.

Let us calm our tensions, especially within the Obidient movement. Extend understanding, build a peaceful working relationship with the party, and focus our energy on delivering victory for this ticket.

#NigeriaWillBeOK

[Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomano]

🚨 OFFICIAL: Barcelona announce they wre filing a lawsuit against Florentino Pérez.

“Barcelona reports that the mandatory request for conciliation has been filed prior to the filing of a complaint for a crime of slander of article 205 of Criminal Code against the President of Real Madrid, Mr. Florentino Pérez, following the statements made by him at the press conference of May 12 and in an interview with a media the following day”.

“The objective of this lawsuit is for Mr. Pérez to retract certain statements he made with knowledge of his falsehood and that are slanderous and offensive to the image and reputation of the Club”.

“In the event that this demand is not properly attended, FC Barcelona will proceed to the presentation of the corresponding criminal complaint”.

[Thεό Abu @TheoAbuAgada]

“Elections are rigged in Nigeria because Nigerians want it to be rigged. I will do whatever is possible to protect votes come 2027 election, but it is now left for Nigerians to decide if their votes will count. Because if you vote and stay in your polling unit and insist your votes must count, it will be counted. But some Nigerians would rather vote and go home, then hours later go to night vigil to start praying, because they think they are the only ones God created. The problem of Nigeria is leadership”.

- NDC presidential candidate, HE, Peter Obi, on his recent visit to Washington, D.C.

[BAfolabi @BAfolabi7]

@iamHSDickson @u_ubber This is what leaders do

[Henry Seriake Dickson @iamHSDickson]

I just received my brother, colleague, and partner in the New Nigerian Project, His Excellency Mr. Peter Gregory Obi, CON, our presidential candidate, who, together with some distinguished leaders of our party, held a closed-door meeting which lasted about three hours.

In the course of that meeting, we reviewed the activities of our party and discussed a few recent issues that have been a source of concern to all sides, and we amicably resolved all the issues

We have always been on the same page on the bigger picture, i.e., winning the elections for all candidates of our party and rescuing Nigeria from the misgovernance of the APC-led government. However, a few issues have arisen, and we have agreed on how to handle them moving forward.

I want to use this opportunity again to call on all members of our party to stop the bickering and name-calling and focus on the bigger picture. Both His Excellency Peter Obi and I, as well as other leaders and stakeholders of our party, will continue to consult and engage with one another to address and resolve concerns, strengthen the unity and cohesion of our party, and ensure that we remain focused on our shared mission of rescuing Nigeria and building a better future for all.

Happy Democracy Day.

~HSD

[Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomano]

🗣️ “What if France win the World Cup but you score zero goals?”.

Kylian Mbappé: “I’d SIGN it. And with a permanent marker”. ✍🏼😁

[(fan) Trey @UTDTrey]

If I want to see Champions League trophies, I’ll go to the Santiago Bernabeu

If I want to see Premier League trophies, I’ll go to Old Trafford

If I want to see every trophy, I’ll go to Stamford bridge

If I want to see Community shields, I’ll go to the Emirates

[ESPN FC @ESPNFC]

An unreal goal line clearance from Sead Kolašinac to keep Bosnia-Herzegovina in front😲

Early contender for save of the tournament ❌

[CHUKS 🍥 @ChuksEricE]

NDC presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi responds to Kenneth Okonkwo's recent criticism.

"I can never act rascally. I have never been known as someone who operates rascally; I always operate within the rules and guidelines. It is easy for anyone to say anything against me, but the fact remains that I will never be part of what I am trying to change. If I wanted that, I would have done it when I left office as governor and taken all the money like any other person."

Mr Peter Obi on recent interview on NoireTV

[Abuja President ⚖️ @AbujaPresident]

PMS ₦1400, Kerosene ₦4k, Gas ₦2000, Cement ₦12k. inflation 19%, No Security, No Light, No Money.

What On Earth Are You Defending?

[ESPN UK @ESPNUK]

No stronger luggage game than the DR Congo national team 🧳🔥

[(fan) Trey @UTDTrey]

Bro just disappears and reappears after every 4 years😭

[BAfolabi @BAfolabi7]

@itstiigii @SaharaReporters Whether script or not, your reasoning should not condemn people. If it results in something else, we will come back to your tweet. Instead of you to pray he recovers first before stupid talk here. That is how some of you senseless guys said about Dr Chinelo here.

[Sahara Reporters @SaharaReporters]

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