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JUST IN: President Tinubu Mourns Late Pa Ayo Adebanjo

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mourned the death of a profound leader of the Afenifere, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, saying that he received the news of the late Icon in shock.

President Tinubu also said Nigeria has lost a political leader whose decades of unwavering struggle for justice, democracy, and national unity have left an indelible mark on the nation’s history.

The President’s statement reads:

” I received the news of the passing of one of the Afenifere leaders, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, with profound sorrow.

Nigeria has lost a political leader whose decades of unwavering struggle for justice, democracy, and national unity have left an indelible mark on our nation’s history.

According to the family, Baba transitioned peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2025, at his home in Lekki, Lagos.

All who knew Baba Adebanjo drew from his boundless wisdom and cherished the democratic ideals he tirelessly campaigned for.

His principled voice, which resonated through decades of political activism, will be deeply missed.

“As a nation, we will miss his regular interventions in national affairs, which enriched our political discourse” .

Though we mourn his departure, we are also grateful to God for blessing him with a long, remarkable, purposeful life—96 years of unrelenting advocacy for progress and equity.

Baba, as a lawyer, statesman, and politician, stood among the last of a generation of nationalists and independent heroes who shaped the foundation of our country.

A devoted disciple of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, his contributions spanned political eras, from his role as Organising Secretary of the Action Group in the First Republic to his leadership in the Unity Party of Nigeria during the Second Republic.

In moments of national crisis, Baba’s courage shone brightest. When democracy hung in the balance after the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, he joined the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) as one of the leading voices against military dictatorship, helping to galvanise a movement that became the bedrock of our collective struggle to reclaim democratic governance.

His unwavering commitment to truth and justice extended to my journey as a governorship candidate in 1999.

Baba Adebanjo’s steadfast support was instrumental in my election as Governor of Lagos State under the platform of the Alliance for Democracy.

Though our political paths diverged in later years, my respect and admiration for him never wavered. Until his death, I shared a deep personal bond with Baba Adebanjo; he was like a father figure.

I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, the Afenifere family, the governors of the Southwest, past and present, and all Nigerians who shared his vision.

Let us take solace in the enduring legacy of a man who dedicated his life to the service of others—a legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come.

May the soul of this great patriot find eternal rest, and may his ideals, which he so passionately envisioned, forever resonate in our country.

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Police arrests ADC coordinator, two monarchs in Ebonyi land disputes killings

Suspected warlords from Amasiri community, on Jan 29, 2026, attacked Okporojor village and beheaded four persons, burnt houses, and destroyed other valuable property.

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The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed the arrested of the Coordinator of Amasiri Development Centre (ADC) in Afikpo, Anya Baron-Ogbonnia, and two traditional rulers over their alleged involvement in the killing of four persons in Edda Local Government Area of the state.


The Ebonyi State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Joshua Ukandu, disclosed this.

Ukandu said that the arrest followed a joint operation involving the Army, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).

Ukandu noted that two traditional rulers, Onyaidam Bassey and Godfrey Oko-Obia, from Amasiri in Afikpo LGA are also in their custody.


The police spokesperson disclosed that 10 people were earlier arrested in connection with the incident.

There has been a long standing land dispute between the people of Okporojor in Oso Edda community in Edda and their Amasiri neighbours in Afikpo LGA.

Suspected warlords from Amasiri community, on Jan 29, 2026, attacked Okporojor village and beheaded four persons, burnt houses, and destroyed other valuable property.

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IGP Egbetokun Posts AIG Tunji Disu to Force CID Annexe, Alagbon

Before the redeployment, AIG Disu headed the Special Protection Unit (SPU), where he oversaw the security of top government officials, diplomats, and other high-risk individuals.

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The Inspector-General of Police, Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the immediate redeployment of Olatunji Rilwan Disu as the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Annexe, Alagbon, Lagos.

The posting, which takes effect immediately, places AIG Disu at the helm of one of the Nigeria Police Force’s most strategic investigative formations, responsible for handling high-profile criminal investigations and sensitive national cases.

Before the redeployment, AIG Disu headed the Special Protection Unit (SPU), where he oversaw the security of top government officials, diplomats, and other high-risk individuals.

His appointment to the Alagbon Annexe is widely seen as a reflection of the confidence reposed in his operational competence and leadership experience.

A seasoned police officer, Disu has previously served as Commissioner of Police in key commands, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command and the Rivers State Command, where he was credited with firm command leadership and operational effectiveness.

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Wike, FCT workers end industrial squabbles

Following the resolution, all JUAC members and affiliates of the NLC and TUC working in the Ministry of the Federal Capital Territory (MFCT) have been directed to resume work immediately in the interest of industrial peace.

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The industrial action embarked upon by workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has been officially called off following a breakthrough agreement reached between the FCT Administration and organised labour after an overnight reconciliatory meeting with the Minister of the FCT, Barrister Nyesom Wike.

Organised Labour, under the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), announced the decision in a joint circular dated February 3, 2026.

The meeting, convened at the instance of the Chairman, Senate Committee on the FCT, Senator Mohammed Bomoi, began at about 11:45 p.m. on Monday and ended at 3:51 a.m. on Tuesday, with labour leaders describing the discussions as extensive and frank, leading to the amicable resolution of all grievances raised by members of the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC).

Following the resolution, all JUAC members and affiliates of the NLC and TUC working in the Ministry of the Federal Capital Territory (MFCT) have been directed to resume work immediately in the interest of industrial peace.

The minister also assured workers of mutual respect and continued engagement, while both parties agreed that no worker would be victimised for participating in the strike, and that all pending cases at the National Industrial Court (NIC) relating to the dispute would be withdrawn.

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