A heart of gratitude.
Today, I woke up in deep reflection of my journey through life.
As I celebrate yet another birthday, I’m indeed thankful to Almighty Allah (swt) for His blessings, guidance, protection and good health.
To my dear wife Oluremi, I say thank you for holding my hands, cheering me on, and supporting me. Thank you for keeping the sanctity of our home. My dear, the journey ahead is long, and might be challenging, but continue to keep the faith.
To my dear children, I say a big thank you for your kind understanding that I was built and made for service.
To family, friends, associates and indeed the good people of Lagos, I truly appreciate your support and your vote of confidence in my capabilities and capacity to serve.
Every chapter of my life has been a learning curve, and everyday I wake up with a renewed zeal for commitment to the people I serve.
Therefore, at 62, I look ahead with renewed purpose, knowing that there is still much to do and an even greater Lagos to build.
I thank the people of Lagos for the trust and support over the years.
The journey continues and I am ready for the work ahead.
Today, I join the rest of the world to celebrate the dignity of labour as we mark the International Workers' Day 2026. I appreciate the incredible contributions of our workers across all sectors in Kwara State.
Our administration values the critical roles workers play in the socioeconomic development of our state. This is reflected in our timely payment of salaries, provision of conducive working environment, and swift implementation of any welfare-oriented national policy for the workforce.
We have approved the 30% peculiar allowance for core civil servants in our state. In the spirit of fairness, our administration also approved upward review of Teacher’s Specific Allowance (TSA) for teachers, and different allowances for other professionals. In the last six years, we have cleared backlogs of salaries, allowances, pensions, while steadily clearing huge gratuities that we inherited along with the ones under us. We will continue to constructively engage labour leaders on areas of improvement.
I specially commend our gallant and courageous personnel who work round the clock to protect our people and keep our state safe and peaceful.
I reaffirm our administration’s commitment to building a Kwara where workers thrive, where decent jobs are created, where careers are continually nurtured, and where every sector is empowered to contribute meaningfully to state’s prosperity.
Happy Workers' Day.
14 Jan. 2026
To our brave Super Eagles,
You fought with your hearts, gave your all, and showed true courage and determination on the pitch. Though it wasn’t meant to be this time, you have made every Nigerian proud. 🇳🇬
Sometimes, even our best efforts don’t bring the outcome we hope for, but the spirit, passion, and unity you displayed are what truly matter. You left everything on the field, and that is worthy of celebration.
As a token of appreciation for your remarkable journey and effort, I am still going ahead to fulfill the pledge of $500,000 USD. This is in recognition of your hard work, dedication, and the joy you have brought to our nation.
Keep your heads high, Super Eagles - the experience, lessons, and spirit will fuel even greater success next time. Nigeria will always be proud of you, and we believe in your future victories!
#ASR #AbdulSamadRabiu
The listening President
At today's FEC - On livestock reform, the president asked Vice President Kashim Shettima to get the National Economic Council to identify grazing reserves that can be rehabilitated into ranches or livestock settlements.
Ungoverned forest - The president has directed the NSA to arm our forest guards. @woye1@iamAhmadOlolu
PRESIDENCY VISITS ATTACKED COMMUNITIES IN PLATEAU STATE: COMMISERATES WITH VICTIMS AND URGES COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO EMBRACE DIALOGUE
The presidential community engagement team North Central arrived in Plateau State yesterday on a community engagement mission: to attend a stakeholders' engagement to de-escalate tension and prevent attacks in Plateau State organized by the 3 division Nigeria Army ( Operation Safe Haven), document feedback on the recent attacks, and visit affected communities.
Day One was dedicated to strategic meetings with heads of security and paramilitary agencies. I conveyed community feedback regarding the recent attacks and was briefed on efforts to ensure peace and prevent reprisal attacks. The agencies assured me of their commitment and outlined several proactive strategies being deployed to restore calm.
Day Two culminated in a multi-stakeholder engagement convened by Operation SAFE HAVEN at its headquarters in Jos. The session brought together representatives of the Plateau State Government, traditional rulers, LGA Chairmen, security agencies, youth and women groups, CAN, Miyetti Allah, and other key actors. In his opening remarks, Maj. Gen. Oyinlola stressed the importance of dialogue and communal living, assuring that perpetrators of the recent attacks will be brought to justice.
In my address, I expressed deep sympathy to all victims of these painful incidents and called for honest, open dialogue, free from bias or blame. I assured stakeholders that all issues raised will be documented and reported directly to Mr. President, whose commitment to securing every Nigerian life and property is unwavering. I also urged the Plateau State Government to revisit recommendations from previous peace and reconciliation committees, especially the White Paper reports dating back to 2001.
Voices from Bokkos, Barkin Ladi, Mangu, and Bassa LGAs laid bare the complex and longstanding nature of the conflict—rooted in historical grievances, land disputes, identity politics, and a deep erosion of trust. Both farming and herding communities acknowledged the painful cycle of attack and reprisal, underscoring the need for sincere dialogue and collaborative solutions.
I also visited Kwall Community in Bassa LGA, where survivors recounted a devastating midnight attack that claimed 52 lives, razed homes, and destroyed livelihoods. Additionally, I also visited herder communities who recently lost a young member after an attack, and cattles in an alleged poisoning incident.
Sharing the stories is painful but necessary. They remind us that peace is not just a goal, but a shared responsibility. We must all confront uncomfortable truths with courage, listen with empathy, and act with fairness. Only then can we break the cycle and build lasting harmony in Plateau and beyond.
It was an emotional day for me today. May the soul of the departed ones rest in peace.
#BATEYE
#Communityengagement @woye1@NigeriaStories@officialABAT@Asovillanews_@Imranmuhdz@ARISEtv
@AbiodunEssiet A very strong move towards restoring peace.
However, it's high time a stronger and decisive step is taken towards addressing the causes of the recurring crisis, death and destruction on the Plateau !!!