INEC's Absence at ADC Convention a Dereliction of Duty Aimed at Delegitimising a Legitimate Action - Aregbesola
As a party, we have discharged the responsibility required of us to ensure INEC monitors our convention. It is INEC's duty to equally discharge its own constitutionally guaranteed and lawfully assigned responsibility of attending and monitoring this convention. INEC's failure to perform its duty of monitoring this convention is hereby declared illegal and a criminal organisation
Rauf Aregbesola, ADC National Secretary
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NOTICE
Dear President Tinubu,@officialABAT
RE: RELEASE OF NNAMDI KANU
NOTICE NO. 1/01/04/26/PAF – PRE-LITIGATION NOTICE
1. We write as voluntary legal experts in international law, having voluntarily assumed the conduct of this matter, and hereby give formal notice of our intention to pursue all available legal avenues, including proceedings in the London courts, to enforce compliance with binding United Nations 🇺🇳 directives.
2. In July 2022, the United Nations Human Rights Council, through a landmark Opinion issued by its Working Group, directed the Buhari-led Government of Nigeria to release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and to provide him with an enforceable pathway to compensation for his unlawful and extraordinary rendition from Kenya to Nigeria in June 2021.
3. The 17-page Opinion, in its disposition (conclusion), unequivocally states: “The Working Group considers that, taking into account all the circumstances of the case, the appropriate remedy would be for the Government of Nigeria to release Mr. Kanu immediately and accord him an enforceable right to compensation and other reparations, in accordance with international law.”
4. The Working Group of the United Nations Human Rights Council is a quasi-judicial body duly mandated to receive and determine human rights complaints against member states. Its decisions (termed “Opinions”) are binding on all member states of the United Nations, including Nigeria.
5. Nigeria’s obligations in this matter are further reinforced by its ratification of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, both domesticated pursuant to Section 12 of the Nigerian Constitution. These instruments impose clear, enforceable legal duties on the Nigerian State.
6. By settled constitutional and judicial authority, including decisions of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and competent international tribunals, ratification renders Nigeria fully bound by the provisions of the treaties it has adopted. This legal position is incontrovertible.
7. Accordingly, Nigeria is under a continuing and unequivocal obligation to comply with the aforesaid United Nations decision in both letter and spirit. The failure to do so constitutes an ongoing breach of its international legal obligations.
8. The Opinion, issued on 20 July 2022 and transmitted to the Government of Nigeria on 22 July 2022, was willfully disregarded by the previous administration. That non-compliance, however, does not extinguish the subsisting legal obligation now binding on your administration.
9. Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has, for over three and a half years, been subjected to detention devoid of lawful justification under both domestic and international law. This continuing violation exposes the Nigerian State to significant legal consequences, including international enforcement actions.
10. TAKE NOTICE that, unless immediate steps are taken to comply fully with the United Nations directive—specifically the unconditional release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and the provision of appropriate reparations—we shall, without further recourse to you, initiate appropriate legal enforcement proceedings in competent jurisdictions, including but not limited to the courts in London, to compel compliance and seek redress.
11. This letter constitutes a final opportunity for the Federal Government of Nigeria to resolve this matter without recourse to heavy litigation. Nothing herein shall be construed as a waiver of any rights or remedies available to our client under international law.
Respectfully
Pan African Forum Ltd & Associates
Legal Affairs Advisory Division
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MONDAY 14TH APRIL 2026
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HOW TO VERIFY THE AUTHENTICITY OF A PIECE OF LAND BEFORE BUYING
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Last year, a client of mine purchased two plots of land from a local community. Everything seemed fine—until we started laying the foundation.
A man suddenly appeared, claiming ownership of one of the plots. My client immediately contacted the community chairman to resolve the issue. After heated arguments, it was revealed that the land had been resold to someone else without his knowledge.
Though the community offered him an alternative plot, it was in a less developed area—far from his original plans, but thank God he could still get a replacement.
This experience taught him a hard lesson about due diligence in land acquisition. Thankfully, I later guided him on the proper steps to verify land authenticity, ensuring he never fell victim to such fraud again.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to verifying the authenticity of a piece of land before making a purchase:
1. Inspect the Land Physically
Visit the land in person to confirm its location, boundaries, and accessibility.
Look out for signs of encumbrance such as disputed claims, existing structures, or ongoing activities.
Speak with neighbors to gather information about the land’s history and ownership.
2. Verify Ownership Documents
Certificate of Occupancy (C of O): This document proves the land is legally owned. Ensure it is valid and issued by the appropriate authority.
Deed of Assignment/Conveyance: Check if the land has been transferred to the seller legally.
(c) Survey Plan: Confirm the land’s boundaries and that it is not on government-acquired or restricted land.
(d) Governor’s Consent: If the land has been previously sold, the seller should have this document.
3. Conduct a Search at the Land Registry
Visit the state’s Land Registry where the land is located (e.g., Lagos State Land Bureau for Lagos).
Verify that the land title is registered and free from encumbrances.
Cross-check the landowner’s name and ensure there are no pending court cases or mortgages on the land.
4. Check the Land’s Zoning and Usage
Confirm that the land’s usage aligns with your intended purpose (e.g., residential, agricultural, or commercial).
Check with the Urban Planning Authority to ensure the land is not zoned for public use or under government acquisition.
5. Engage a Professional
Hire a licensed surveyor to verify the land’s boundaries and confirm it is not on restricted areas like pipelines, roads, or waterways.
Consult a property lawyer to review all documents and handle legal due diligence.
6. Verify Community or Family Land Claims
For family or community lands, meet with the traditional rulers, family heads, or relevant representatives to confirm ownership.
Ensure all parties involved in the sale agree to the transaction and provide valid documentation.
7. Beware of Red Flags
Avoid deals that sound too good to be true.
Stay away from sellers who cannot provide proper documentation or insist on verbal agreements.
Be cautious of agents or sellers who pressure you to make quick payments without thorough verification.
9. Make Payment through the Right Channels
Use traceable payment methods such as bank transfers for transparency.
Ensure a deed of sale is signed in the presence of a lawyer and other witnesses.
#LandVerification
#RealEstateNigeria
#PropertyInvestment
TINUBU APPROVES POSTING OF AMBASSADORS TO US, UK & FRANCE
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For the first time in almost three years, Nigeria now has ambassadors in some key global capitals as President Bola Tinubu has approved the posting of three ambassadors-designate, the first from a batch of 68 confirmed by the Senate last December.
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They are: Ambassador Ayodele Oke, ambassador-designate to France; Colonel Lateef Are, ambassador-designate to the United States of America; and Ambassador Amin Dalhatu, former ambassador to South Korea as the high commissioner-designate to the United Kingdom
However, the Presidency has since issued a clarification regarding the fourth posting earlier announced.
In a note to editors, the State House said there was a naming mix-up concerning the ambassador-designate to Turkey, adding that the posting is now under review.
According to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been directed to notify the governments of the three countries, in line with established diplomatic procedures.
Investing in Our Future Healthcare Professionals
Yesterday, I returned to the Mother of Mercy College of Nursing Sciences, Mbutu-Okohia, Ngor-Okpala, Imo State, fulfilling the promise I made when I capped their pioneer nursing students a few weeks ago. I also supported the institution with ₦10 million to aid its ongoing development.
I reminded the students that the world is projected to face a serious shortage of healthcare workers by 2030, highlighting the global importance of the course they are studying. Their training places them among the most relevant professionals of the future.
I encouraged them to see themselves as global citizens, guided by what I call the Indian spirit—to excel anywhere in the world while remaining connected to home. No matter where destiny takes them, they must not forget Nigeria.
My support for the College stems from my desire to see young Nigerians succeed. Money has real value only when it uplifts those who need assistance. These students are important, their future is bright, and they will become great contributors to society.
The institution has already recorded major milestones, including full accreditation from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria and the commencement of the Basic Nursing Programme with a dedicated academic team. Their vision of expanding access to quality nursing education remains commendable.
I again commend the DMMM Congregation for its sustained investment in education and healthcare. Faith-based institutions continue to strengthen our social and moral foundations. I urged the students to embrace discipline, compassion, and integrity, as nurses remain the backbone of every functional healthcare system.
A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO
Yesterday, Thursday 6th November, in my continued commitment to investing in our nation’s health and education sectors, and in pulling people out of poverty, I visited Our Lady of Lourdes College of Nursing Sciences, Ihiala, Anambra State, where I interacted with the students and staff. I encouraged the students to remain steadfast, disciplined, and compassionate in their pursuit of knowledge and service to humanity. Their dedication and passion for learning were truly inspiring.
To support the institution’s ongoing efforts in training competent healthcare professionals who continue to play vital roles in strengthening the health sector of our dear nation, I made a humble donation of ₦15 million to the institution.
I went around the premises, and I was reminded of how we started with the construction of some of the existing structures in the institution, under the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) programme and anchored on the Anambra Integrated Development Strategy (ANIDS). It was gratifying to see that those investments I made have continued to impact lives positively over the years.
Our journey toward a better Nigeria must be built on education, healthcare, and pulling our people out of poverty for us to succeed.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
In the Mass for the Jubilee of the World of Education, Pope Leo stressed that "the grace of being a student, researcher or scholar means accepting a broad vision that can see far into the distance."
The Pope went on to lament that in the modern world, humanity has become “experts in the smallest details of reality” yet struggles to recover an overall vision - one that unites knowledge with meaning. Against this fragmentation, he invited scholars to rediscover the harmony between intellect and spirit, a unity embodied by saints such as Augustine, Thomas Aquinas.
BREAKING: “My daughter could never jump from a storey building just because she saw armed robbers. I believe she was murdered.”
– Engr. Ifeanyi Maduagwu, father of late Arise TV anchor, Somto Maduagwu
Did You Know?
The first black-owned oil refinery in Nigeria was built in 1968 not by a multinational, but by an Igbo man, Gordian Ezekwe, during the Biafran War.
Prof. Gordian Obumneme Ezekwe was born on May 10, 1929, in Abagana, Anambra State, into a family of traders who valued education. From his early days at St. Mark’s School, Abagana, through higher studies in Swansea and London, he sharpened his engineering mind.
When the Biafran War erupted in 1967, he returned home not to flee, but to use his knowledge. Under his supervision, the Research & Production Directorate built mobile refineries and made fuel, inventing under fire so that his people would not need to rely on outside help.
How many other heroes like Ezekwe have we forgotten?
Pope Leo XIV urges "every Catholic parish in the world to take part in World Mission Sunday," held on October 19, under the theme "Missionaries of Hope among the peoples."
In the video message, the Pope recalls the assistance he received as a missionary priest and bishop in Peru, noting that the whole Church prays in unison for missionaries and the fruitfulness of their apostolic labors.
My Visit to the USA, Rome: Taking Nigeria's Situation to God.
After my 2-day trip to the United States - where I addressed the Friendship Club on Saturday, 4 October, and spoke at the 1st Ubuntu African Youth Assembly in Washington on Sunday, 5 October - I departed that same night for Rome, arriving on 6th October to join my dearest wife, who was already in Rome waiting for me.
This year marks a Jubilee Year, an event celebrated every twenty-five years, and my dearest wife and I chose to dedicate our prayers to Nigeria. With hearts full of gratitude, we thanked God that, despite our differences and the many challenges faced over sixty-five years of independence, He has kept us together as one nation - a rare and profound blessing for which we remain deeply thankful.
We also sought forgiveness for our national transgressions and implored God to intervene in the suffering of the Nigerian people. We prayed for the injection into our political landscape selfless and compassionate leaders whose hearts He God would touch—leaders who would be truthful in word and deed, altruistic in service, and committed to using public resources for the common good. Leaders whose decisions would reflect competence, capacity, character, and commitment to the welfare of all. Leaders who understand that they were not created to live in isolation but in community with others, and must ensure that actions are for the benefit of the community.
On Tuesday, the 7th of October, as part of our pilgrimage, we passed through three Holy Doors of the four major Papal Basilicas in Rome, praying at each that God would open the door of His mercy to Nigeria. At St. Mary Major, we prayed, passed through the Holy Door, and reflected at the grave of the late Pope Francis. From there, we journeyed to the Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, where Cardinal James Harvey warmly received us, led us through the Holy Door, and shared the basilica’s rich history and the deep significance of the Jubilee Year. Our third stop was the Papal Basilica of St. John Lateran, dedicated to Saints John the Baptist and John the Evangelist, where, together with other pilgrims, we passed through the Holy Door and joined in prayer. We then proceeded to the Scala Sancta - the Holy Steps which Jesus ascended before Pontius Pilate - where we prayed with profound reverence, completing a day of deep spiritual reflection at some of Rome’s most sacred sites.
On Wednesday the 8th of October, we rose early for the Papal General Audience at St. Peter’s Basilica, where we were blessed to hear the Catechesis of His Holiness on hope, perseverance, and steadfast faith in times of hardship. Afterwards, we passed through the final Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, praying and reflecting deeply on God’s mercy, thus completing our pilgrimage through the four doors with hearts filled with gratitude and renewed faith.
At St. Peter’s, we were privileged to be received in audience by His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV @Pontifex, to whom we humbly appealed for prayers for our beloved country, Nigeria.
Along the way, we met several Nigerian pilgrims: men and women of faith whose faces shone with quiet hope. Together, we renewed our trust in God’s divine mercy and in the promise of a renewed and better Nigeria.
I believe fervently in the power and providence of God. Yet, as we lift our nation before Him in prayer, we must not surrender to fatalism. Faith does not absolve us of responsibility; rather, it calls us to action. As Nigerians, we must each continue to do our part - with honesty, diligence, and love - for the healing and progress of our country.
A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO