The EFCC is prosecuting former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello over alleged financial crimes involving ₦200 billion in public funds.
The purchasing power of ₦200 billion during his tenure as governor is estimated at about ₦1.4 trillion today.
₦1.4 TRILLION could fund thousands of water projects, smart schools, hospitals, roads, healthcare centres and other critical infrastructure capable of transforming millions of lives.
Watch this video to understand the depth of the allegations and why Nigeria must end the culture of corruption and impunity.
Public funds belong to the people and must work for the people.
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Why I Say a Capital NO to the State Police Bill
The ongoing debate over the proposed State Police Bill has generated diverse opinions across Nigeria. While many proponents argue that state police would bring security closer to the people and help tackle the growing challenges of insecurity, I remain unconvinced. As a concerned citizen and advocate for justice, I say a capital NO to the State Police Bill.
My opposition is not based on a rejection of security reforms. On the contrary, I strongly believe that Nigeria urgently needs comprehensive reforms to strengthen law enforcement and ensure the safety of lives and property. However, I fear that creating state police under the current political and institutional realities of our nation may create more problems than it solves.
One of my greatest concerns is the potential for political abuse. Nigeria’s political landscape is still characterized by intense rivalry, abuse of power, and weak institutional safeguards. In such an environment, state police could easily become an instrument for political victimization, intimidation of opposition figures, suppression of dissenting voices, and harassment of perceived enemies of those in power. What is intended as a security solution may eventually become a threat to democratic freedoms.
History has shown that power without adequate checks and balances can be dangerous. Granting governors direct control over armed security structures raises legitimate concerns about accountability and neutrality. Rather than protecting citizens, state police could, in some instances, be used to advance political interests at the expense of justice and fairness.
Furthermore, Nigeria’s security challenges require unity, coordination, and national cohesion. Fragmenting policing powers without first addressing issues such as corruption, inadequate funding, poor welfare of officers, and weak judicial enforcement may only deepen existing problems. Security reforms should strengthen the confidence of citizens in law enforcement, not create new avenues for distrust and division.
I believe that the focus should be on reforming and strengthening existing security institutions, improving intelligence gathering, enhancing community policing, investing in modern technology, and ensuring greater accountability within the current policing framework. These measures can improve security outcomes without exposing citizens to the risks associated with politically controlled police forces.
My position is simple: Nigeria needs security reforms that unite and protect all citizens regardless of political affiliation, ethnicity, or religion. We need institutions that serve the people, not political interests. Until adequate constitutional safeguards, institutional independence, and accountability mechanisms are guaranteed, I will continue to say a capital NO to the State Police Bill.
The future of our democracy depends not only on how we secure our nation but also on how we protect the rights, freedoms, and dignity of every Nigerian citizen.
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Have You Secured Your PVC?
The future belongs to those who participate in shaping it. As we look ahead to 2027, I encourage every eligible citizen, especially our youths, to take advantage of the ongoing voter registration exercise.
First-time voters (18+)
Transfer of voter registration
Replacement of lost or damaged PVCs
Your Permanent Voter Card (PVC) is more than just a card, it is your voice, your right and your power to influence the future of our communities.
Don’t wait until the last minute. Ensure you are registered and ready to make your vote count when the time comes.
Together, we can build a stronger, more prosperous Olamaboro and a better Nigeria.
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@official_NSCDC REPORT ON ALLEGED UNAUTHORIZED DEPLOYMENT OF NSCDC PERSONNEL FOR ILLEGAL SITE ACTIVITIES IN ABUJA
This is to formally bring to your attention a disturbing development involving some individuals alleged to be officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) who were observed engaging in unauthorized duties at a construction site in Abuja.
Preliminary observations indicate that these officers were allegedly providing illegal security services in collaboration with suspected land grabbers operating within the Federal Capital Territory.
This development is deeply concerning and highly condemnable, as it undermines the integrity, professionalism, and core mandate of the NSCDC.
The alleged involvement of uniformed personnel in such unauthorized engagements not only erodes public trust but also poses serious threats to law and order, institutional credibility, and national security.
We respectfully urge the Command to immediately investigate this matter, identify the officers involved, and apply appropriate disciplinary measures in line with established regulations. Swift action will help preserve the noble image of the Corps and reaffirm its commitment to professionalism, accountability, and the protection of public interest.
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IGP Team Head CP Akin Fakorede Accused Of Deploying Police To Back Enugu Government Land Takeover In Abuja Despite Court Orders, IGP Ban
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“Using IGP’s Name to Intimidate ? fresh Allegations Trail CP Akin Fakorede in Wuye Land Dispute”
Fresh concerns have been raised over the conduct of CP Akin Fakorede, as voices within civic and media circles question why the Inspector-General of Police has allegedly continued to tolerate what critics describe as a pattern of unprofessional and unlawful conduct by the senior police officer in Abuja.
Observers allege that whenever CP Akin Fakorede is confronted over controversial actions particularly those linked to land and property disputes in the Federal Capital Territory, he routinely claims that he is acting on the instructions of the Inspector-General of Police. This recurring claim, critics argue, has become a troubling tactic used to intimidate citizens and workers while shielding questionable actions from scrutiny.
According to eyewitness accounts and video evidence circulating online, CP Fakorede was recently sighted at a construction site in Wuye District, Abuja, where he allegedly harassed workers while invoking the authority of the Inspector-General of Police.
Sources insist that this is not the first time the officer has appeared at the same site, despite the existence of subsisting court orders and prior directives said to bar police interference in the matter.
Concerned residents and legal observers note that a simple online search of CP Fakorede’s name reveals multiple past controversies reportedly linked to land matters in Abuja, raising serious questions about oversight, accountability, and institutional discipline within the Nigeria Police Force.
Critics warn that the continued silence of the police leadership risks damaging the credibility and reputation of the office of the Inspector-General of Police, stressing that no senior officer should be allowed to repeatedly use the IGP’s name as a cover for alleged misconduct.
“If CP Fakorede is truly acting on instructions, then the Inspector-General owes the public an explanation. If he is not, then urgent disciplinary action is required to protect the integrity of the Police Force,” a civil society advocate said.
They further argue that the Inspector-General must immediately call CP Akin Fakorede to order, investigate the repeated allegations surrounding his activities, and clearly state whether the officer has any lawful mandate to interfere in private construction sites or land disputes already settled by the courts.
The video referenced above, now in circulation, is cited by observers as further evidence of the urgent need for transparency, accountability and firm leadership intervention.
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