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[Titilope Gbadamosi, PhD @titilopegb]

Call For Expressions of Interest

The Office of the Special Assistant to the President is inviting qualified Nigerian youths with a background in Agricultural Extension to submit their details for consideration.

Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:

1.⁠ ⁠Have a minimum of two (2) years of field experience in the agricultural extension sector, either as:
* An Agricultural Extension Agent, or
* An Input Dealer working directly with farmers.

2.⁠ ⁠Possess a valid and functional email address and phone number.

3.⁠ ⁠Have a functional bank account with a name that exactly matches the name on their National Identification Number (NIN).

4.⁠ ⁠Be able to read and write.
Qualified candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to submit their details as directed in the application process.

We encourage all eligible young professionals to take advantage of this opportunity.

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[Ifedayo (JIMCRUZ) @ifedayo_johnson]

Hmmm… It is well.

[High Chief Lawrence Igbins Okoro @HighChiefOkoro]

Tosin branded her kulikuli as “Tocious Sweet Kuli Kuli”. She started the business as a small side hustle while in 300 level at university.
Now a graduate of Kwara State University, the young entrepreneur’s business has grown remarkably.

Place your order: 09018045534

[Abubakar Sidiq Usman @MrAbuSidiq]

State Police: 7 Major Concerns and How the Amendment Addresses Them

The establishment of State Police has generated widespread debate, particularly over concerns that it could be abused by those in power. To address these fears, the constitutional amendment introduces several safeguards aimed at promoting accountability and preventing abuse.

However, the effectiveness of these safeguards will depend not just on their inclusion in the Constitution, but on their faithful implementation. Laws alone do not guarantee accountability. Strong institutions and vigilant citizens do.

1. Concern: Governors may appoint only loyalists as Commissioners of Police.

How the amendment addresses it:
A Governor cannot appoint a Commissioner of Police at will. Before any appointment can be made, the National Police Council must first recommend the candidate. The appointment must also be approved by a two-thirds majority of the State House of Assembly.

2. Concern: Governors may issue arbitrary or unlawful directives to the Police.

How the amendment addresses it:
Governors are empowered to issue only lawful directives relating to the maintenance of public safety and public order. Where a Commissioner of Police believes that a directive is unlawful, the amendment allows the matter to be referred to the State Police Service Commission for review.

3. Concern: State Police could be used to intimidate political opponents or silence critics.

How the amendment addresses it:
The amendment expressly prohibits a Commissioner of Police from arresting, detaining, investigating, or using force against any person merely for criticizing the government, except where such action is authorized by law.

4. Concern: The Federal Government may interfere unnecessarily in state policing.

How the amendment addresses it:
Federal intervention is limited to specific circumstances. It may only occur where there is a complete breakdown of law and order that the state cannot manage, or where the Governor requests federal assistance. Even then, the Federal Government must obtain the Senate’s approval within 48 hours.

5. Concern: Commissioners of Police may be removed for political reasons.

How the amendment addresses it:
A Commissioner of Police cannot be removed arbitrarily. The amendment requires that removal must be based on constitutionally recognized grounds and approved by a two-thirds majority of the State House of Assembly.

6. Concern: The Inspector General of Police could still be removed at the President’s discretion.

How the amendment addresses it:
The amendment provides that the Inspector General of Police can only be removed on specified legal grounds, with the approval of the Senate.

7. Concern: There may be insufficient accountability over State Police.

How the amendment addresses it:
The amendment creates multiple layers of oversight through the National Police Council, the State Police Service Commission, the State House of Assembly, and, where necessary, the Senate. This is intended to ensure that no single authority exercises unchecked control over State Police.

Final Thoughts

The amendment attempts to address many of the concerns that have historically been raised against the establishment of State Police by introducing constitutional safeguards against abuse. Whether these safeguards achieve their intended purpose will depend on how faithfully they are implemented.

Are there any additional safeguards you think are important for the state police to work effectively?

[Oloye Akin Alabi @akinalabi]

1. Not that I owe you any explanation but because of a few others reading this that might think your question makes sense, let me drop a word.

2. No one is asking that question because it’s a meaningless question. I’m a Nigerian who kept my children in Nigerian schools. He will also be attending a Nigerian University.

3. I’ve had a business and home in Lagos for many years before politics. Kids grew up in Lagos, nursery and primary in Lagos, all of a sudden, because I won my election, I should change their trajectory and bring them to the constituency. How does that make sense?

4. The education of my children has nothing to do with my politics. Interestingly, a school in Lagelu Local Government in Oyo state called Nickdel College was a top consideration for us. We however settled for this school because his cousin that he grew with was already there. That helped his assimilation.

5. Trying to turn the location of my kids’ schools to where I won my election na offside. Any agenda to highlight lack of quality schools in Oyo state should be directed to the state governor and his local government chairmen. Guess the location of the schools of the kids of our governor?

[Wale Adedayo 🌍🔰 @Mario9jaa]

“Anywhere you see Sanwoolu, attack him. Tinubu’s hotel must be brought down”

[Governor Ifedolapo Osun @IfedolapoOsun]

PLEASE TAG YOUR FRIEND OR IN-LAW FROM IWO🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Iwo is like a village , They don’t have any development, my spokesperson is from Iwo, i said let me pity him..in fact everyday their King oluwo of Iwo will be inspecting the road and waking majestically…. “ Governor Adeleke

[Dr Joe Abah, OON @DrJoeAbah]

Gentlemen, when someone misbehaves, do not react so angrily that your response overshadows the initial misbehaviour and now becomes the issue.

Don’t end up being the one needing to apologise when you were initially the victim of bad behaviour.

Be clear that you will not accept or tolerate the misbehaviour, but be measured in how you express your disapproval. This is especially important when you are in a position of authority over the other person. It is also especially important in your relationship with your woman.

I am Ezemmuo. I know things.

[Osas @osazenoo]

Uncomfortable truth many Nigerians don’t like to hear.

[African @ali_naka]

Show me another Picture of a Team subjected to this humiliation!

Fuck @FIFAcom

[Jeremy Corbyn @jeremycorbyn]

What an absolute disgrace. A FIFA-certified referee being denied entry to the United States purely because he is Somali.

The World Cup is meant to bring people together. This is racism, plain and simple. Shameful.

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[Melissa Reddy @MelissaReddy_]

Gianni Infantino knocked down all the reporting over visa concerns for this World Cup in August 2025: “I think it’s important to clarify this. There is a lot of misconception out there. Everyone will be welcome in Canada, Mexico and the United States for the FIFA World Cup next year.

“There is a process to go through to get visas and so on. This process will be smooth…

“We want to unite the world and we will unite the world next year. The world needs occasions of unity, of bringing teams together, of bringing people together, of bringing fans together... So again everyone will be welcome, be positive and you will see it will be a great, great celebration of the greatest FIFA World Cup ever.”

No, again we are just meant to look the other way and allow this thing we love so much, that we want to enjoy, that we can map our whole lives around, to be used and abused.

Again we are told about unity and inclusion when division, disparity and denial is the reality.

It is a great, great celebration of getting more money whatever it takes, no matter who has to pay the price. The greatest showpiece of allowing - unopposed! - the man who is meant to protect and grow the people’s game into playing celebrity, massaging his own ego and that of heads of state.

The biggest, most expensive, least accessible World Cup ever. The thing we love and all the beautiful pieces of it we’ve lost.

[UNCLE DEJI™️ @DejiAdesogan]

International media, Al Jazeera, is reporting Operation Hadin Kai latest successful rescue operation. Kudos Maj Gen AE Abubakar and his troops for making the nation proud.

[A. Ayofe @abdullahayofel]

THIS IS THE BIGGEST WIN 🇳🇬❤️

Even Al Jazeera is reporting it — Nigerian security forces record a major breakthrough, rescuing 360 abductees from Boko Haram captivity in Borno State.

A significant victory in the ongoing fight against terr0rism.

[UNCLE DEJI™️ @DejiAdesogan]

Still on Ogbomoso Kidnap Incident. Whoever leaked that classified information in the middle of investigation and rescue effort is a terrorist apologist.

Not every security info is meant for social media. Zero Opsec jeopardize Ops

Again, arrest whoever leaked that info

[SeunOkin Channels tv @seunokin]

Enough is enough. The killings, abductions of innocent Nigerians, and the unleashing of terror on our people cannot continue. These senseless killings and heinous crimes must stop.

Terror does not ask for your tribe, faith, region, or political affiliation before it strikes. Our response must be stronger than our divisions.

Today on Politics Today, I called on all Nigerians to put aside political, ethnic, and religious differences and stand united against the common enemy threatening our collective future.

Criticise what must be criticised. Demand accountability where it is due. But above all, let us stand together.

#UniteAgainstTerror 🇳🇬

[Iyalaya @lollylarry1]

He allowed the allegation that federal government is not doing anything about the kidnapping to go viral before coming out to say this. All because of politics.

[Woye @woye1]

Congratulations as Tinubu clocked 3 years in office @officialABAT

2: You have performed well and I am sure you will finish well.

3: See you post 2027 as we celebrate your election victory.

[Daddy D.O🇳🇬 @DOlusegun]

Gov. Seyi Makinde’s recent outburst accusing President Tinubu of "wasting time" on State Police and claiming Lagos boycotted Amotekun for political points is just a masterclass in deflection. When a Governor is grappling with rising insecurity in his own state, the instinct to scapegoat the center is predictable.

Makinde claims Lagos ignored Amotekun to appease PBAT is entirely False with the President being the one of the voices that clamoured for a local security network to aid the federal efforts on Security.

Makinde praises Amotekun as his glorious "stop-gap," yet the reality in Oyo is tragic underfunding. While Lagos mobilizes billions for the welfare and resources of all security apparatus in Lagos state, Oyo sends brave Amotekun operatives into forests with pump-action rifles to fight AK-47-wielding syndicates. Press conferences don’t buy ballistic vests.

If Gov. Makinde cannot adequately finance, equip, and manage his own regional vigilante group, how does he plan to shoulder the colossal financial burden of a full-fledged State Police? State policing requires forensic labs, armories, pensions, and unassailable funding, not just loud rhetoric.

President Tinubu understands that constitutional security reform requires meticulous legality and rigid economic frameworks, not rushed politics to distract from local failures.

Before lecturing the architect of Nigeria’s most successful security funding model, Gov. Makinde owes the people of Oyo State a duty of care. Elevate Amotekun from a poorly funded political prop into a tactically superior force. Until then, the lectures remain hollow.

Fix Oyo first!!!