Dadiyata — a critic of Nigerian government on social media, was abducted by gunmen 5 years 4 months and 18 days ago at home in #Kaduna. His whereabouts still remain unknown. Efforts by his family to get the help of government in tracing his whereabouts failed:
Madonna College of Health Technology, Olokoro.
Following my visit to the Women Fellowship Pastoral Project, Umuahia, and my commitment to supporting the critical sectors of health, education, and fighting poverty, I visited Madonna College of Health Technology, Olokoro, Abia State, where I donated N10 million to the institution.
Madonna College of Health trains health professionals who will contribute, in many ways, to a better health sector in the nation. With our health sector in Nigeria suffering from a severe shortage of health professionals, institutions like these that serve to bridge the gap by contributing immeasurably to the training of health professionals should be supported to do more.
As I continue to support, in my way, the health and educational institutions across the country, I remain firm in my call for increased government funding in these critical sectors of health and education, in our nation. We must begin to prioritize the future of our nation by making such aggressive investments today in these critical sectors.
I took time to encourage the students to look beyond their academic journey and see themselves as critical contributors to the development of our nation and change agents contributing to a better humanity.
This, I believe, will help them make productive contributions to society.
I appreciate the proprietor, the management, and the staff of the College for their good work.
Together, we all will build the New Nigeria we all deserve. It is POssible. -PO
Remember Imam Abdullahi Abubakar an 86-year-old Islamic cleric in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State,who risked his life to hide 262 Christians in a mosque during a clash in Yelwa Gindi Village...
Good evening @KingsCollegeLon
Afe Babalola whom you recently honoured with an educational center, currently has Dele Farotimi, a seasoned Nigerian lawyer - illegally abducted.
If you see this tweet, please RT & pressure on Kings College London because #FreeDeleFarotimiNow
The handling of the case involving human rights lawyer @DeleFarotomi runs foul of every Democratic norm that guarantees freedom of expression and innocence until found guilty before a law court.
It's curious that the Nigeria Police, who are struggling with a barrage of crimes all over the place, now indulge in civil cases on half complaints and rush to court at the speed of light.
Hearing that Dele Farotimi has been remanded in prison over an allegation of defamation is very disturbing. This development raises serious concerns about the state of justice and freedom of expression in our country, particularly when viewed against the backdrop of the alarming rise in criminal activities across the nation.
At a time when national efforts should be directed toward addressing pressing issues such as insecurity, corruption, and economic challenges, it is disheartening to see the focus shifted to cases that appear to stifle critical voices.
Matters of defamation are civil and should be treated as such, not turned into a tool for intimidation or the erosion of fundamental rights.
The strength of any democracy lies in its ability to tolerate differing opinions and uphold the rule of law without bias.
I once again call on the authorities to ensure that justice is served impartially and to prioritize the urgent task of combating the real threats plaguing our nation. -PO
It is important to emphasize that defamation is a civil matter and should be addressed through the appropriate legal channels in the courts. Deploying @PoliceNG to arrest, intimidate, or silence individuals over such claims undermines the rule of law and sets a dangerous precedent for the misuse of police powers.
#FreeFarotimi
The same impunity Dele constantly spoke about is now playing out. Dele will always say Nigerians are treated worthlessly and it’s crystal clear for all to see. As a Nigerian you are treated like Rubbish in our own country by the same Police officers that should protect us.
Arsenal fan Gavin Cox has been missing since the 70th min at London Stadium on Saturday
Gavin’s car was parked at Cheshunt Station which hasn’t moved & his phone has been off since 9pm on Saturday
Help to get Gavin home to his worried wife and 2 kids
Reposts appreciated
After my speech yesterday at the American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, in Adamawa state, I took time to visit the Almajiri children participating in the Feed and Read Program.
I spent time engaging with them to better understand what they are learning, and it was truly inspiring to see their progress.
From our interactions, it became evident that the program is transforming their lives—not just by improving their literacy and numeracy skills but also by boosting their confidence and reigniting their passion for education.
Programs like this highlight the crucial role of inclusive education in addressing societal inequalities and unlocking the potential of every child, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Such initiatives serve as a powerful reminder of the impact we can make when we prioritize education as a tool for empowerment, growth and national development.
By harnessing every hidden potential, we make the future in a new Nigeria even more possible. -PO