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President Tinubu Departs Lagos For Ghana To Attend John Mahama’s Inauguration

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Nigerian president, Bola Tinubu, has departed Lagos State, for Accra, Ghana.

The president departed Lagos State, where he went to celebrate his Yuletide and departed for Ghana, through the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA).

Tinubu, who is the Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, would join other African leaders at the ceremony.

Tinubu’s trip to Accra is at the invitation of the president-elect, who had visited the Nigerian leader earlier in December.

Mahama, earlier served as the 12th president of Ghana between 2011 and 2017, was reelected in December 2024 to succeed President Nana Akuffo-Addo.

He is accompanied on the trip by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mrs Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and other senior government officials.

Ohibaba.com earlier reported that Tinubu would depart Abuja on Monday, January 6, for Accra, the capital of the Republic of Ghana, to attend the inauguration of President-elect John Dramani Mahama on January 7.

Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement on Sunday, said, “Mahama and President Tinubu have a longstanding personal relationship, just like Nigeria and Ghana maintain a longstanding bilateral relationship.

“President Tinubu, as Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, will join other African leaders at the ceremony.

“The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mrs Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu and other senior government officials will accompany President Tinubu on the trip.”

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BREAKING: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays for Easter celebration

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The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday.

This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday.

He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to die for the redemption of man, while greeting Christians on the joyous occasion.

In a statement by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, the minister called on Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the nation.

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BREAKING: Unknown gunmen on rampage, kill 3 policemen in Enugu [VIDEO]

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Some unknown gunmen have killed at least three policemen in Achi, Oji River Local Government Area, Enugu State.

Ohibaba.com learnt that the incident occurred at a checkpoint close to Ozudaa Market, Auchi.

Details of the incident are still sketchy as of the time of filing this report.

However, a viral gory video seen on Facebook by Ohibaba.com shows lifeless bodies of the slain policemen.

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Watch the video on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Nasrk54MA/

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Gov. Aiyedatiwa Sets Up Arbitration Panel to Resolve Isinigbo/Igoba Land Dispute

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In a decisive move to end the protracted land dispute between the Isinigbo and Igoba communities in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has approved the constitution of an Arbitration Committee to mediate the conflict and prevent further breakdown of law and order.

The committee is chaired by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, SAN, OON, expert in conflict resolution and a Fellow of the prestigious Chartered Institute of Arbitratirs in the United Kingdom.

The Governor’s action aligns with a resolution of the Ondo State House of Assembly and underscores his administration’s commitment to peace, security, and communal harmony across the state.

The land dispute between Isinigbo and Igoba has lingered for years, leading to the loss of lives and the destruction of property worth millions of naira.

The unrest has also strained social relations and disrupted the peaceful coexistence of residents in the affected communities.

Governor Aiyedatiwa’s intervention is seen as a bold step toward restoring order and ensuring long-term stability.

The committee’s mandate includes identifying the root and immediate causes of the conflict, key actors involved, and facilitating peaceful dialogue between stakeholders.

Other members of the committee include Hon. Ololade Gbegudu, representing Okitipupa Constituency II in the State House of Assembly; Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Wilson Afolabi; Ondo State Surveyor-General, Surv. Idowu Owolabi; and Mr. F.O. Adaramola, Secretary of the Ondo State Boundary Commission, who will serve as secretary of the committee.

According to the appointment letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, the committee is also expected to recommend actionable solutions to the boundary issues and propose strategic policies to prevent similar conflicts in other parts of the state.

The committee has been given a three-month timeline to complete its assignment and submit its report to the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Olayide Owolabi Adelami, for further action.

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