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As Long As Nnamdi Kanu Remains In Jail, You’ll Never Get Up To 10,000 Votes In Southeast Come 2027 – Cubana Chiefpriest Slams Tinubu

Socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chiefpriest, has has sent out a message to President Bola Tinubu.

The socialite declared that as long as convicted IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu remains in jail, President Tinubu “cannot and will never secure even 10,000 votes in the SouthEast in 2027.”

Cubana Chiefpriest stated this on social media while reacting to yesterday’s conviction and sentencing of Kanu over terrorism offences.

His statement reads: ‘’President @officialasiwajubat As Long As MNK Remains In Jail You Cannot & Will Never Get Up To 10,000 Votes In SouthEast Come 2027. I Will Not Lie To You Papa, As A Friend Of Your Government I Have No Reason To Whitewash You. MNK Is The Supreme Leader Of SouthEast His Detention Has Caused Us So Much Setback & I’m So Surprise That All Your Useless Ministers From SouthEast Can’t Even Tell You The Truth Because They Are All Cowards. None Of Them Has Capacity & Can Do Anything To Make The People Love & Respect You.

As For Governors They Will All Disappoint You Because What Will They Tell Us, Absolute Nothing. Only MNK Release Can Save You. @seyitinubu All Those People On That Table With You At Delbourogh Hotel The Other Day Are Just Bags Of Deceit Including Me, They Can’t Do Anything For You They Cant Even Go To Their Home Towns Because Of MNK Detention So How Can They Help You. They Only Want Lands From You To Develop & Sell. You Know Me I Dont Need Anything From You. Villa Na Hotel Na Few More Days Your Check Out Time Go Reach And Only MNK Can Guarantee You Real Votes From SouthEast.

Look Out For Gov. Alex Otti He Can Convince People Genuinely Also, I Was Surprised When You Missed His Invitation To Commission His Projects In Abia Where MNK Hails From, Asiwaju Sent The Incompetent Minister A Failure And Betrayal To SouthEast To Represent Him. A Man Who Has Done Nothing For Us To Worsen It The Weak Deputy Speaker Wont Stop Attacking Our Own Fav Gov Otti. To My Father @he_hopeuzodimma You Have Done Well But You Will Be A Complete Loser If You Dont Get MNK Out. Your Legacies Will Be Swept Under The Carpet If You Dont Get It Right.

I Believe Your Tactics But With MNK Sentence I’m Weak, His Detention Has Messed Up All Your Achievements, Please Governor General Do It Papa, Help Our Asiwaju Well. Without MNK Outside Everything Shall Fall Into Pieces. Asiwaju Gave Me Access To The Villa Gave Me My First Presidential Handshake & I Will Never Forget Talk More Of Watching Him Fail. Appeal This Judgement & Get It Right Or Get Ready To Check Out Of The Villa Come 2027. Southeast Belongs To MNK. This Is The Words Of the gods, Play With it At Your Own Risk.”

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Rising Insecurity: The Blood Of Nigerians Being Shed Is On Your Head — Actor Mr Macaroni Slams Tinubu

Debo Adebayo, the Nigerian social activist and comedian, who is popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over the increasing incidents of terrorism and mass kidnappings across Nigeria.

Macaroni, in a post on his X handle on Friday, faulted the President’s handling of security, declaring that the continued kidnap of schoolchildren was proof of “incompetence”.

He wrote: “President Tinubu, you said you had all the answers to end Terrorism!! You said any President who could not protect the people is incompetent!

“Any school child that has been abducted is a result of your incompetence!! The blood of Nigerians being shed as an act of terrorism is on your head!!!.”

 

His comments followed the latest attack in Niger State, where terrorists abducted students and staff of St. Mary’s School, a Catholic institution in the Papiri community of Agwara Local Government Area.

The exact number of victims has yet to be confirmed as the school was still compiling its records at press time.

The Kotangora Catholic Diocese in Niger state has issued a statement confirming the incident.

Efforts to reach the Niger State Police Command were unsuccessful, as the spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, did not take his calls.

The incident comes just days after terrorists stormed a government school in Kebbi State, kidnapping at least 25 students.

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Why I Stepped Back From Politics — Ex-President, Goodluck Jonathan Opens Up

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has stated that his involvement with the West African Elders Forum is a key reason for his ongoing absence from active and partisan politics.

Jonathan made the remark in Abuja while speaking at an event marking the 10th anniversary of the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation (GJF) on Thursday, themed “Legacy of Impact, Celebrating Our Journey.”

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the event also featured a gala dinner held in celebration of Jonathan’s 68th birthday.

Explaining his absence from active politics to associates, Jonathan said WAEF membership comes with a strict condition of non-partisanship. He described the forum as a preventive diplomacy initiative composed of former heads of state who visit countries within the sub-region during elections to mediate and prevent crises arising from poorly managed polls.

“The idea is, yes, we observe the elections, but we are not co-observers,” he said. “We go there to make sure that if we notice anything negative emerging, we intervene and try to see what we can do so that those issues do not snowball into a full crisis.”

Jonathan added: “The condition to be a member of the WAEF is that you must be a former president within the sub-region and a former president of ECOWAS. One clear condition is that you will no longer be an active politician, and that is why I am disappointing most of my political associates. They expect me to play an active role in politics, but before I do, I must first resign from the WAEF.”

On the state of the nation, Jonathan decried what he termed “rascality” in politics, urging politicians to conduct themselves with decorum and responsibility.

He observed that unlike professions such as teaching, which require training and certification, many people enter politics and assume leadership positions without proper preparation.

“We must change the face of politics. We must see politics as a business of responsible individuals, not a business of rascals that they play in the motor park,” he said.

The former president also expressed deep sadness over the recent kidnapping of about 25 girls in Kebbi State, noting that the incident reminded him of the abduction of the Chibok girls during his tenure. He offered condolences to the families of those who lost their lives, including a vice principal, and called for prayers for the safe rescue of the abductees and an end to such tragedies.

Recounting the origins of his foundation after losing the 2015 general election, Jonathan disclosed that businessman Tony Elumelu suggested the idea. While he initially considered broad areas like education and poverty alleviation, advisers recommended focusing on areas where he had global credibility.

He said democracy was chosen as the Foundation’s focus because of his role in strengthening the electoral commission and conceding defeat before the 2015 elections concluded — a gesture celebrated worldwide. Jonathan added that despite his academic and professional background in environmental protection and coming from the Niger Delta, he chose to leave environmental issues to others and concentrate the Foundation’s efforts on democracy and governance.

In her remarks, GJF Executive Director Ms. Ann Iyonu described the event as a moment of reflection on a decade of dedication to inclusive democratic governance, peace building, and development across Africa.

Iyonu said the Foundation has remained committed to advancing democracy, equity, and progress through strategic initiatives and partnerships. She noted that ten years later, GJF proudly declares that “together they have turned bold ideas into transformative action.”

She highlighted the Foundation’s role in strengthening democratic institutions through election mediation missions, observation missions, policy dialogues, and strategic advocacy across the continent. She also noted that the Foundation’s annual Democracy Dialogue, inaugurated in 2021, has become a vital platform for engagement and strategic action.

“This year in Accra, we gathered under the theme ‘Why Democracies Die,’ a timely inquiry into the structural and systemic factors undermining democratic resilience in Africa and globally,” she said.

Iyonu added that the Foundation’s peace building efforts have fostered peaceful political transitions, promoted inclusive governance, and advanced the security of African states and citizens within the rule of law, human rights, and democratic principles.

She further stated that the Foundation has contributed to preventing violent extremism online and offline, improved trust between state institutions and citizens, and expanded Africa’s global presence through international partnerships.

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Catholic Diocese Confirms Attack, Kidnapping Of Children From St. Mary’s Schools In Niger

The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has confirmed that armed assailants attacked St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Niger State, in the early hours of November 21, 2025, abducting students, teachers, and a security guard.

According to the church’s official statement, the attack happened “between 1:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m.,” causing fear and distress within the school community.”

The Diocese also reported that a security personnel was badly shot during the incident.

The Diocese condemned the assault, expressing “deep concern for the safety of the kidnapped children and their families.”

It added that security agencies were immediately alerted and “have begun coordinated efforts to ensure the safe rescue and return of the victims.” 

 

The Bishop reassured the public that the Diocese is working closely with security agencies, community leaders, and government officials.

The church urged the public to stay calm and cooperate with authorities, saying it remains committed to protecting children.

“The Diocese called on the public to remain calm, support security efforts, and continue praying for the safe and quick return of all abducted,” the statement read.

It also promised to release more updates as verified information becomes available.

The statement ended with a prayer: “May the Lord grant quick release to those abducted and continue to protect his people from all danger.”

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Full List Of Terrorism Offences Nnamdi Kanu Was Convicted For

The Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), on all seven terrorism-related charges filed against him by the Federal Government.

He has also been sentenced to life imprisonment after the verdict.

The trial judge, Justice James Omotosho, while delivering judgment on Thursday, found Kanu guilty of the counts, which include engaging in acts of terrorism, belonging to and leading a proscribed group, and threatening and killing security operatives.

Below are all seven counts levelled against Kanu, according to the court documents.

Count one:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male adult of Afaraukwu lbeku Umahia North Local Government Area of Abia State being the leader of the Indigenous People of Bialra (IPOB) on diverse dates in 2014 and 2015 in London, United Kingdom, did broadcast on Radio Biafra monitored in Enugu and other areas within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, preparations made by you and others now at large for states in the South-East and South-South zones and other communities in Kogi and Benue States to secede from the Federal Republic of Nigeria with a view to constituting same into the Republic of Biafra and you thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 41(c) of the Criminal Code Act, CAP. C77, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004.

Count two:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area ot Abia State, on or about the 28th April, 2015 in London, United Kingdom did broadcast on Radio Biafra monitored in Enugu, Enugu State and other parts of Nigeria within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, referred to Major General Muhammadu Buhari, GCON, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as a paedophile, a terrorist, an idiot and an embodiment of evil, knowing same to be false and you thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 375 of the Criminal Code Act, Cap C. 77, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004.

Count Three:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male adult of Afaraukwu lbeku Umahia North Local Government Area of Abia State between the month of March and April 2015 imported into Nigeria and kept in Ubulusiuzor in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra state within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, a Radio transmitter known as TRAM 50L concealed in a container of used household which you declared as used household items and you thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 47 (2) of the Criminal Code of Act, Cap C45, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004.

Count four:

That you, Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu iIbeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State in London, United Kingdom between 2018 and 2021 Radio Biafra monitored in Enugu, Enugu State and FCT, Abuja within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, professed to be a member of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a proscribed organisation in Nigeria and you thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 16 Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

Count five:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State on the 22th of April, 2021 in London, United Kingdom on Radio Biafra monitored in Enugu, Enugu State and other parts of Nigeria within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did an act of terrorism in that you incite the other members (followers) of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB}, a proscribed organisation in Nigeria, to look for security personnel, their family members through a Radio Biafra on 102.1FM monitored through the IPOB Community Radio and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (h) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act.

Count six:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia Stale on the 16thh of May, 2021, in London, United Kingdom within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did commit an act in furtherance of an act of terrorism by making a broadcast that “In 2 weeks’ time, what will happen will shake the world, people will die, the whole world will stand still, mark my word” and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (b) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

Count seven:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State on the 31st of May, 2021, in London, United Kingdom within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did an act in furtherance of an act of terrorism by issuing a deadly threat that anyone who flouted your sit-at-home order should “write his/her will,” as a result banks, schools, markets, shopping malls, fuel stations were not opened for businesses and vehicular movements grounded and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (b) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

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Source:The PUNCH

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BREAKING: ‎Court Sentences Nnamdi Kanu To Life Imprisonment For Terrorism

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Federal High Court in Abuja after being found guilty on all seven terrorism charges brought against him.

Justice James Omotosho, delivering judgment in Kanu’s trial, described him as a terrorist whose actions have led to bloodshed and destabilization in the South-East.

He said Kanu, who portrayed himself as a defender of his people, has instead endangered lives and national security.

“The court finds that the defendant, Nnamdi Kanu, is an international terrorist and must be treated accordingly,” Justice Omotosho declared.

The judge emphasized that the prosecution presented credible and sufficient evidence to prove the case against Kanu. He also noted that Kanu failed to enter a defense, choosing instead to rest his case on the prosecution’s evidence.

Justice Omotosho is still delivering the remaining part of the judgment.

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ASUU Warns Of Nationwide University Shutdown As Negotiation Stalls

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has cautioned that it may resume its nationwide strike if negotiations with the Federal Government fail to produce a resolution before its one-month ultimatum expires.

ASUU Kano Zonal Coordinator Abdulkadir Muhammad gave the warning on Monday in Kano during a news conference after the zone’s meeting.

The lecturers in October suspended their warning strike with a month-long ultimatum to the Federal Government to meet their demands, which centred around their welfare and providing a conducive teaching and learning environment.

Muhammad decried what he described as a sluggish approach to renegotiating key agreements aimed at revitalising Nigeria’s public university system.

The meeting had representatives from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria; Bayero University Kano (BUK); and Kaduna State University (KASU).

Others were Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH), Wudil; Federal University Dutse (FUD); Northwest University (NWU), Kano; and Sule Lamido University (SLUK), Kafin Hausa.

Muhammad said this followed the report presented at ASUU’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Nov. 8 and 9 at Taraba State University.

He said NEC expressed dissatisfaction with the slow pace of the ongoing renegotiation between the union and the government, describing it as a major obstacle to concluding the process meaningfully.

He said the suspension of the strike in October was meant to create an enabling environment and a gesture of goodwill toward Nigerians.

“However, our hope for a holistic and timely resolution of the issues is increasingly being dashed.

“It is unfortunate that some government functionaries employ different tactics to undermine the renegotiation process and misinform the public on the state of our engagements,” he told newsmen.

 

He said that the government had yet to show genuine commitment to improving lecturers’ welfare or addressing the conditions that fuel brain drain in the university system.

“What government has offered will neither improve the working conditions of academics nor attract scholars from other countries to our universities,” he said.

According to him, it is unfortunate that some government officials claim that ASUU demands have been met.

He urged the Federal Government to place a moratorium on the establishment of state universities, as it did for federal universities.

“Governors have cultivated the habit of establishing universities in their states without commitment to funding them,” he said.

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Insecurity: President Tinubu Suspends Trip To G20, AU-EU Summit

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his planned trips to Johannesburg, South Africa, and Luanda, Angola, pending further security briefings on the kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls and the attack on Christ Apostolic Church worshippers in Eruku, Kwara State.

This was contained in a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday in Abuja.

The statement said Tinubu has ordered the deployment of more security operatives to Eruku and the entire Ekiti Local Government Area of the state, and directed the police to go after the bandits who attacked worshippers.

President Tinubu was scheduled to leave Abuja on Wednesday to attend the 20th G20 Summit of leaders in South Africa and thereafter proceed to Luanda to attend the 7th AU-EU Summit.

“Disturbed by the security breaches in Kebbi State and Monday’s attack by bandits against worshippers at Christ Apostolic Church, Eruku, President Tinubu decided to suspend his departure.

“He now awaits reports from Vice President Kashim Shettima, who paid a sympathetic visit to Kebbi on his behalf, as well as reports from the police and the Department of State Services regarding the attack in Kwara,” the statement said.

According to the statement, the President reiterated his directive to the security agencies to do everything possible to rescue the 24 schoolgirls abducted by the bandits and bring the girls back home safe.

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We Can’t Dispute Trump Calling Nigeria A Disgraced Country – Peter Obi

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over the worsening insecurity in the country.

In a long post on X, Obi stated that no one can dispute US president Donald Trump calling Nigeria “a disgraced country”.

He was reacting to the recent terror attack on a Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, in Kwara state.

According to Obi, Tinubu is more interesting in breaking up the opposition than strengthening the nation’s democracy.

Obi wrote: “A few weeks ago, when President Trump described our country as “now disgraced,” many were outraged. Yet, how can we dispute it when, within a single week, 25 people were kidnapped, and one of our generals along with other officers was killed?

“Today, we witness another troubling terror attack in Kwara State. Rather than uniting in this critical moment, we are consumed by internal wrangling, party squabbles, and distractions.

“Look closely at what is happening in the PDP, the Labour Party, SDP, and other political formations—crises deliberately orchestrated by a government that should be embracing everyone so we can unite in this troubling period.

“I am reminded of a pivotal moment under President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. During an internal crisis in my then-political party, he instructed the INEC Chairman, Professor Maurice Iwu, that the stability of every political party—not just the ruling party—was essential for democracy. No party was to be undermined; all were to function within the law.

“What we witness today is the opposite. The current government seems more intent on weakening parties than strengthening our democracy—seeking to fragment the PDP, Labour Party, SDP, and others.

“In democratic nations, opposition is respected, elections reflect the will of the people, and governance involves carrying everyone along for peace and prosperity.”

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President Tinubu Sends Shettima To Kebbi Over Schoolgirls’ Abduction

President Bola Tinubu has instructed Vice President Kashim Shettima to visit Kebbi State on Wednesday to convey the government’s sympathy to the state authorities.

In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the president assured parents and guardians of the kidnapped schoolgirls that the government would ensure their swift release.

He commended Governor Mohammed Nasir Idris for the efforts made to avert the kidnapping and lamented the security breach that led to the regrettable abduction of girls from the boarding school in Maga, Kebbi State.

“I urge you in areas facing security challenges, to share information and intelligence that will help the military, the police and the DSS to make the communities safe,” he said.

Tinubu expressed sadness over the abduction of the schoolgirls, despite intelligence warnings of a possible strike by the bandits.

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