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North-East Elders Celebrate Akpabio for Exceptional Leadership
A group of leaders of the North-East geo-political zone on Sunday described the Senate President, Chief Godswill Akpabio, as an exceptional leader and a protector of the pillars of justice, democracy and integrity.
‘’Senator Godswill Akpabio is intelligent, straight talking, cordial and committed to the unity of Nigeria. He is working in good faith with President Bola Tinubu and his colleagues to keep the country moving forward.’’
They also praised him for serving the country’s strategic interests, advancing fundamental values and accelerating job and income growth.
At a meeting in Jalingo, capital of Taraba State, the notable elders described the alleged N3 trillion budget padding story as absurd and empty.
‘’Senator Godswill Akpabio is a moral force in Nigerian politics. He remains credible on public issues.’’
They hailed Akpabio for the country’s financial plan, strategy for fighting terror, genuine commitment to bringing economic opportunity to all, steadfast commitment to peace and openness to new ideas from all quarters.’’
Moments after the meeting, the prominent elders who are indignant at the contempt shown for the Senate President, his office and for the National Assembly in a statement applauded Akpabio for his sensibility, kindly manner and unpretentious nature.
The statement by the Chairman of North-East Elders Forum (NEEF), Alhaji Ibrahim Zakari, advised Akpabio’s critics to weigh their words more carefully to make sure that they do not encourage division and violence in the country.
The elders urged haters and extremists to reassess their own words and attitudes toward the senate leadership.
The appealing, able and engaging men and women scolded detractors for bad-mouthing the senate leadership and demanding the resignation of Akpabio and that of his Deputy, Jibrin Barau.
‘’Senator Godswill Akpabio has done a superb job on a whole range of issues in the country. He is on the right side of history.’’
‘’Senator Godswill Akpabio is committed to absolute integrity.’’
They emphasized Akpabio’s intellect, knowledge of the budget and political skills.
The elders emphasized huge legislative task before Akpabio, patriotism and character.
Particularly, they underscored Akpabio’s role in restoring economic growth, reasserting Nigeria’s leadership in the international system, increasing confidence in the integrity of politicians and commitment to supporting Nigerians in their efforts to find peace and prosperity.
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Police must pay transport fares, says AIG
” No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.
• The Assistant Inspector-General of Police(AIG) in charge of Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, speaking with transporters at Obalende garage, Lagos State, on Wednesday.
The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, has declared that officers must pay fares before boarding commercial vehicles, warning against abuse of authority.
Jimoh spoke on Wednesday at Obalende garage during a sensitisation meeting with drivers and transport workers marking National Police Day 2026.
He stressed that relations between police and the public must be based on partnership, not coercion, urging both sides to support each other voluntarily.
“No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.
Jimoh called for stronger cooperation to maintain safety and order on roads, insisting there was no conflict between officers and transport unions.
“I don’t collect money from officers. We don’t arrest people arbitrarily. If you have issues with any officer, report directly to me,” he said.
(Vanguard)
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Tinubu scurries to Jos after Mutfwang’s security brief
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will leave for Jos tomorrow to commiserate with the state government and residents over recent deadly gun attacks that lefts dozens dead.
This was following Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s security briefing to the President on the recent violent attack in Angwan Rukuba, Plateau State.
During the meeting on Wednesday at the presidential villa in Abuja, Governor Caleb Mutfwang told Mr President that although security forces have restored calm after fresh disturbances involving looters on Wednesday morning, following the deadly Palm Sunday attack that left more than a dozen dead and many others injured.
He said that investigations are continuing to determine the identities or motives of the attackers who are yet to be apprehended .
Presidency source said that President Tinubu was initially scheduled for a planned trip to Ogun State to flag off operations at the Gateway International Cargo Airport on Thursday.
From Jos, the President will travel to Lagos to observe Good Friday.
On Saturday, April 4, he will visit Ogun State to commission projects including the cargo airport.
He will then return to Lagos during the Easter holiday to commission several state infrastructure projects, including the Ojota/Opebi Link Bridge.
Before heading back to Abuja, the president will visit Bayelsa State on April 10 to commission projects completed under Governor Duoye Diri.
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JUST IN: Tinubu Heads to Jos Tomorrow, Postpones Ogun Trip for 5-State Visits
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will tomorrow embark on a visit to Jos, Plateau State, as the first leg of a five-state tour across the country.
The Presidency announced that the President has postponed his scheduled trip to Ogun State to enable him to commence the series of official visits.
Details of the remaining four states in the tour are expected to be released by the Presidency in due course.
The development comes as President Tinubu continues nationwide engagements aimed at assessing development projects, interacting with stakeholders, and addressing key national issues in the respective states.
Further updates on the itinerary will be communicated as the visits progress.
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