For perspective, I know Bishop Adegbite right from when I was Secretary of CAN strategy and political committee. He has always been a very strong and open supporter of candidate Bola Ahmed Tinubu. During the 2023 presidential election, he was one of CAN officials who openly supported Tinubu’s campaign. The secretary of CAN later became a member of Tinubu Presidential Campaign Council. They did not hide their partisanship.
This information does not make him a liar or a bad person. It just makes him partisan (which is not a bad or unusual thing considering he is now a political appointee of President Tinubu).
So, this is not your neutral voice. This is a fully-paid up supporter of President Tinubu
Fresh developments have put President Bola Tinubu, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and the SGF in the spotlight. Documents submitted to the FRSC list them as board members of the Presidential Fiscal and Investment Reforms Council (PFIFC). Here's what the documents reveal 👇 https://t.co/iu2G32f0Fy
BREAKING: Watch the moment the Senate Homeland Security Committee votes to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt after the former NIAID director invoked the Fifth Amendment 111 times during congressional hearing on COVID accountability.
My generation of NdiIgbo owe our lives to the Catholic Church.
But for the intervention of Caritas, Catholic Relief Services, the Irish Holy Ghost Fathers, and the Holy Rosary Sisters, etc conducting dangerous night lifts to bring in much needed supplies, we would have died of starvation imposed by Nigeria during the Biafra war.
Between 1967–1970, “the Nigerian Federal Military Government arrested, prosecuted, and expelled hundreds of foreign Catholic missionaries - predominantly Irish Holy Ghost Fathers (Spiritans) and other relief personnel - who had defied federal blockades to provide life-saving food and medical aid to Biafra”
@FinPlanKaluAja1 If for instance the CIA placed Mr A there say 3 or almost 4 years ago, who now controls the EFCC via telephone, doesn't that qualify them to be blamed for every action Mr A takes?
Just a simple question.
Supporting Healthcare Education with My Visit to Ibadan’s Nursing Institution.
After attending the 50th/15th Biennial Conference of the Methodist Church, I proceeded to the College of Nursing Sciences, Oluyoro, Ibadan, where I interacted with the management and students of the institution.
I reiterated my belief that education remains one of the strongest foundations for building a better nation, especially in critical sectors such as healthcare. The training of competent healthcare professionals is essential to improving the quality of care and strengthening our national development.
In keeping with my earlier commitment to continually support the institution, I donated another ₦10 million to assist the College in its important work of training future nurses and healthcare professionals. This is part of my continued commitment to investing in education and supporting initiatives that contribute to Nigeria’s future.
I also encouraged the students to take their studies seriously, reminding them that nurses occupy a vital place in the healthcare system. Their skills, compassion, and dedication are needed not only in Nigeria but across the world. I urged them to pursue excellence, uphold the highest standards of professionalism, and become worthy ambassadors of our country.
A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO
I have followed with deep concern the developments surrounding the reported freezing of the bank accounts of the Osun State Government by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), coming just days before the governorship election.
Let me reiterate that I have always supported a relentless fight against corruption. However, that fight must never become a tool for political intimidation or the suppression of democracy. No institution, however important, should be used in a manner that creates the impression of influencing the electoral process.
The timing of this action raises legitimate questions. If investigations had been ongoing for months, why take such a drastic step on the eve of an election? In a democracy, institutions must not only be impartial but must also be seen to be impartial.
What is increasingly troubling is the growing perception that state institutions are being deployed to achieve political ends and secure power at all costs. This is dangerous for our democracy. Governments come and go, but once institutions lose their independence and credibility, the nation suffers.
If there is evidence of wrongdoing, the Constitution provides a clear path: seek the appropriate orders from a competent court. Due process is the foundation of justice. No agency should exercise powers beyond those granted by law.
I call on all relevant authorities to act strictly within the Constitution and ensure that nothing undermines the credibility of the Osun Governorship Election. The people of Osun must be allowed to freely determine their future through the ballot, without intimidation or institutional interference.
Nigeria’s democracy was built on sacrifice. We must not allow it to be weakened by the misuse of institutions or the pursuit of political advantage.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
Yesterday, I joined my dear brother, Governor Seyi Makinde, and faithful members of the Methodist Church from across the country and beyond at the opening of the 50th/15th Biennial Conference of the Methodist Church of Nigeria in Ibadan.
I thank God for His faithfulness to the Methodist Church over the years and reflect on the immense potential Nigeria possesses as a nation.
I encourage the Church and its delegates to remain steadfast in speaking truth to power, standing with the suffering masses, and continuing to advocate for justice, good governance, and a better Nigeria for all, especially in these challenging times. The Church remains one of our nation’s strongest voices of hope, conscience, and moral leadership.
I thank the Methodist Church for its invitation and ask that they continue to remember our nation in their prayers. I urge them always to pray that God Almighty would touch the hearts of politicians and leaders, so that they will always think and use public resources for the public good.
I wish them a fruitful and successful conference.
A New Nigeria is POssible – PO
Here is a man who had the best Higher School Certificate result in the old Northern Region in 1962 and who rose through the ranks of the Catholic Church to become a Cardinal, a position that places him among those eligible to be considered for the papacy. Yet he is no ordinary cleric. He is one of Africa’s most respected churchmen, known for decades of service to peace, dialogue, scholarship, and national unity. Resorting to personal attacks against him weakens public discourse and reveals an unhealthy intolerance of criticism in today’s Nigerian political space.
Throughout history, religious leaders have challenged political authorities. Biblical prophets confronted kings, and modern faith communities continue to hold governments accountable. Nigeria has a similar tradition. The Catholic Church criticised military governments and successive civilian administrations, including those of Obasanjo, Yar’Adua, Jonathan, and Buhari. Muslim organisations have done likewise. Governments respectfully disagreed at times, but they generally recognised the right and responsibility of religious bodies to speak. Why, then, does the truth provoke such anger today?
The problem often begins when leaders surround themselves with voices that tell them only what they want to hear. Napoleon Bonaparte was reputed to have preferred hearing bad news because problems were where leadership was required. During my tenure as Governor of Anambra State, I maintained a similar philosophy. I expected cabinet members to bring me problems, not compliments, because only honest feedback could lead to solutions.
Good governance depends on truth. When governments punish truth-tellers and reward sycophants with appointments, honest advisers withdraw, sycophancy thrives, and leaders become disconnected from reality. This is our situation today.
The CBCN did not insult the President and can never do so, given the calibre of the people who make up the Conference, some of the finest among Nigerians. It gave voice to the suffering of Nigerians. The proper response was to thoughtfully address the issues raised, not attack those who raised them. When respected figures like Cardinal Onaiyekan are vilified for speaking the truth, the message sent to citizens is that silence is safer than honesty. No democracy can flourish under such a culture.
Religious leaders should continue to speak because silence in the face of suffering would betray their moral responsibility. The greatest service those around President Tinubu can render him is an honest appraisal of the situation. A leader who hears only praise will never fully understand the pain of his people or find the clarity needed to correct what is wrong.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
@akunnachux@fctwb Has anyone reported the incident to them?
Cases like this are usually communicated to them by surrounding occupants or even passer-by for their immediate action else they won't know, and what they don' know they can't fix.
I commend the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) for demonstrating courage and patriotism by drawing attention to the realities confronting our nation.
Their concerns regarding the rising cost of living, worsening insecurity, declining public confidence, and the hardship faced by millions of Nigerians are neither partisan nor isolated; they reflect the daily experiences of ordinary citizens across every region of our country.
Nigeria is blessed with abundant human and natural resources, yet millions of our people continue to struggle under the weight of economic hardship, unemployment, insecurity, poor access to quality education and healthcare, and diminishing opportunities. These challenges demand urgent, sincere, and people-centred responses from those entrusted with leadership.
I encourage all well-meaning Nigerians to continue constructively engaging the Federal Government and other leaders at all levels whenever the opportunity arises, advocating for good governance, accountability, and policies that prioritise the security, welfare, and prosperity of our people.
It is through such collective commitment and responsible leadership that we can build a more peaceful, united, and prosperous Nigeria.
May Almighty Allah continue to bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria. - RMK
Yesterday, I had the privilege of being the Guest Speaker at the Babcock International Model United Nations (BIMUN 26), held at Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, under the theme: “Better Together: A Decade of BIMUN Advancing the United Nations Vision for Peace, Development, and Human Rights.”
Before the students’ session, I had the pleasure of meeting with the University’s leadership, where we shared thoughts on the critical role of education in nation-building and sustainable development. I must commend the University’s management for their commitment to learning and excellence. I was truly impressed by the institution’s serene environment and the palpable culture of learning.
Engaging with these brilliant young minds on governance, leadership, human rights, the Sustainable Development Goals, and nation-building was both inspiring and reassuring. I reminded them that we must strive to build a society where the child of a nobody can become somebody without knowing anybody, a nation founded on merit, justice, equal opportunity, and strong institutions. Such a society can only be built through competent, compassionate, and character-driven leadership.
Africa has the world’s youngest population. If we are to build a more peaceful, prosperous, and equitable future, our young people cannot afford to remain on the sidelines. They must take a keener interest in leadership, governance, and active citizenship, because the future they desire is one they must help shape.
I remain confident that with the right leadership and an empowered youth population, we can build a nation that works for everyone.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
"Nigeria imports about $866m worth of seafood... almost $1bn every year. Delta State can develop its blue economy such that it powers Nigeria’s fish consumption."
WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala advocates tapping into Delta’s industrial potential.
The return of bandits has left communities in Katsina State counting heavy losses and facing uncertainty. With livelihoods wiped out and the farming season at its peak, many residents say fear has once again become part of daily life. Rukayyah Jibia reports.
Around 3 March this year, @NigeriaGov announced a 6 year moratorium on the establishment of new universities.
Today, the same govt has announced the approval of 33 new universities.
Among the new universities approved, 2 go to @realdaveumahi's Ebonyi & one goes to @Hope_Uzodimma1's village in Omuma, Imo State.
In Ebonyi, there will be the Ebonyi State University of ICT, Science and Technology, Oferekpe, Ebonyi State; and the niversity of Aeronautics and Aerospace Engineering, Ezza, Ebonyi State. That will bring it to 3 state universities in Ebonyi State.
In Hope Uzodunma's village, you will have the University of Innovation, Science and Technology, Omuma, Imo State. That will make it 2 state universities in Imo.
So much for moratoriums!
https://t.co/FuKaxFy7ri
Nigeria: Yesterday, 27 Christians were buried in a mass funeral following last week’s Fulani Muslim attack on Naridon village, Kaduna State.
Three other Christians were laid to rest earlier.
Muslim leaders will not stop this evil.
Christian leaders must, with God’s help.