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Alh. Musa Halilu Ahmed, OFR, the Dujima of Adamawa, congratulates H.E. Modibbo Hamma Tukur, his supporters, and the entire ADC family in Adamawa State on his emergence as the party's gubernatorial candidate for the 2027 gubernatorial election.
It is official.
A new chapter has opened in Adamawa as Modibbo Hamman-Tukur emerges as the ADC gubernatorial candidate for the 2027 election, succeeding Omar Suleiman.
In the words of party chieftain Musa Halilu, OFR, Modibbo represents courage tested by time, loyalty proven through service, and a deep commitment to the growth of both the party and the state.
Some men seek office for the title. Others are prepared by years of sacrifice to carry the weight of leadership.
Moddibo stands at the threshold of a greater calling, not merely as a candidate, but as a symbol of hope for an Adamawa ready for renewal.
The road ahead may be long, but destiny has taken its first decisive step.
Congratulations to the incoming Governor of Adamawa State, Modibbo Hamman-Tukur.
FROM MY POINT OF VIEW, Dangote Refinery, The FG, and Nigerians.
I strongly believe that if Nigeria had held on to the original agreement of acquiring 20% stake in the Dangote Refinery, the situation we are facing today would have been far easier for everyone involved, for Aliko Dangote, for the government, and most importantly for the Nigerian masses. With the government owning a significant stake in the refinery, there would be little or no talk about monopoly, because Nigerians, through their government, would have been part owners of the facility.
That 20% stake would also have made it much easier for the government to take tough but necessary decisions, including closing the borders and making the Dangote Refinery the main supplier of PMS to the Nigerian market, without fear of future exploitation. The main reason some of us are strongly opposing the idea of shutting down importation of PMS today is not because we are against local production, but because we do not trust Aliko Dangote not to exploit Nigerians if he becomes the sole supplier of PMS to the Nigerian. This fear is real and it is valid.
If Nigeria had retained that stake, it would have served as a form of protection for Nigerians. Even in a worst case scenario where Nigerians feel exploited, the country would still be sharing significantly in the profits, since the government would be a major shareholder. Unfortunately, that is not the reality today. Nigeria has only 7% stake in terms of ownership of the facility, and yet majority of Nigerians want policy decisions to be shaped in a way that favors Dangote Refinery and help it grow, because that has always been the plan to reduce the pressure on FX, because significant portion of our FX goes to PMS importation of PMS, unfortunately Nigeria not buying that stake changes the dynamics of everything, and why we are here today.
Those who raise concerns are not enemies of progress, their fears are valid and is justified. From all indications, the government also seems unable or unwilling to properly regulate the Dangote Refinery. Dangote has successfully built a strong base of die hard supporters by delivering the refinery, and that public goodwill now appears to shield him from the level of scrutiny and regulation such a massive operation should attract.
I still believe that if Aliko Dangote is open to it, Nigeria should revisit the original agreement and reclaim that 20% stake. It would restore balance, reduce public distrust, protect Nigerians, and create a more transparent and fair energy market for everyone.
TWO BROTHERS WHO WENT TO COURT FOR THEIR MOTHER
People usually think that when siblings go to court, it must be about inheritance or land disputes. But this true story from Saudi Arabia is completely different and truly moves the heart.
An elderly man named Hizam Al-Ghamdi had to stand in court against his own younger brother. They were not fighting over money; instead, each of them insisted on taking responsibility for caring for their frail, elderly mother.
Hizam argued strongly that he wanted to continue caring for his mother as he had always done, saying that she was his very life. But his younger brother disagreed, believing that Hizam himself was already old and needed rest.
The courtroom became emotional as both brothers pleaded before the judge for the honour of caring for their mother. Unsure of what to decide, the judge brought their mother in and asked her to choose.
Her answer touched everyone-she said she could not choose, because both of her sons were like her left and right eyes. Since the mother could not decide, the judge had to rule based on reason.
The court eventually granted custody to the younger brother due to his younger age and greater strength.
When the decision was announced, the atmosphere became sorrowful as Hizam broke down in tears.
He did not cry out of fear or anger, but because he felt he had "lost" the precious opportunity to continue serving his mother in her remaining days.
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STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE
PRESIDENT TINUBU RECALLS DG OF NTA, ED NEWS; SETS ASIDE FRESH APPOINTMENTS
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the recall of Mr Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos, the Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), who briefly vacated the post following some management changes in the agency.
Dembos was appointed DG of the TV network by President Tinubu in October 2023. He will now return to complete his three-year tenure.
The President similarly directed the recall of Mr Ayo Adewuyi, the Executive Director of News, to complete his three-year tenure, which ends in 2027.
Adewuyi was appointed by President Tinubu in 2024.
The new directive effectively reversed the previously announced appointments of a director-general, executive director of news, executive director of marketing, and managing director of NTA Enterprises.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
September 2, 2025