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There’s No Going Back On Nationwide Protest Against Insecurity – NLC Vows

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has affirmed that it will go ahead with its planned nationwide protest on December 17, aimed at addressing the rising insecurity across the country.

National President of the union, Joe Ajaero, made this vow shortly after a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the nineteen Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya.

Ajaero stated that the protest would demand decisive government action against insecurity, stressing that the situation now affects every Nigerian, regardless of status or occupation.

According to him, banditry and violent crimes were alien to Nigeria’s culture and must be collectively condemned to reverse what he described as a dangerous national narrative.

The NLC boss further stated that insecurity is damaging the economy and weakening Nigeria’s ability to attract local and foreign investors.

The NLC had on December 8 announced plans to hold a nationwide protest over the insecurity in the country.

“We condemn in totality the kidnapping and killing of school staffer during the Kebbi school attack and the withdrawal of security personnel from the affected school prior to the attack.

“The surge in attacks on schools is alarming. We call on the Federal Government to secure all schools, particularly those in remote and vulnerable areas,” he said.

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Peter Obi Reacts As Arrested Terrorists’ Confessed Govt Officials Supplied Them Arms, Ammunition

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for an immediate, thorough, transparent, and independent investigation into the confession of arrested terrorists who alleged that government officials supplied them with arms and ammunition.

Obi made this call in a statement posted on his verified X handle on Sunday.

He decried that despite the huge amount of money the government has collected in the name of security, insecurity has only expanded across the country, and in an increasingly brazen manner.

“Yesterday, a disturbing video emerged from Kwara State in which suspected terrorists arrested by security forces claimed that ammunition and logistics were supplied to them by government officials.

“This allegation, now circulating widely, over the years, trillions of naira and billions of dollars have been continuously collected by the government in the name of security.

“This type of news fallout gives credence to the much-referenced quotation of the late military leader General Sani Abacha that any insurgency that lasts more than 24 hours, the government is involved.

“Former President Olusegun Obasanjo reinforced this point even more directly when he said: Before I left office, Nigeria could identify and locate anyone who committed any crime anywhere in the country. Today, with technology such as drones and improved tracking tools, we can easily locate and remove them. But we are not doing that. Why are we negotiating with terrorists?

“The government controls telecommunications, intelligence systems, and even financial trails, yet kidnapping, banditry, and terrorism continue to thrive. This reality raises serious questions for those in power.

“Between 2010 and 2015, under President Jonathan, Nigeria built one of the most advanced police communication and tracking infrastructures in its history. These systems were specifically designed to track criminal movements, particularly those of terrorists, monitor communications, and facilitate rapid response.

“We must therefore begin to ask:

Where are these pieces of equipment, and why are they not being used? Why do terrorists’ confessions so often implicate government officials?

“In cases such as the St. Mary’s Catholic School attack, about 100 children were released just days ago, and government officials celebrated. Yet no terrorist was arrested, no punishment announced, and, to this day, no clear update has been given on the more than 200 children and teachers still in captivity.

“Why have we not deployed the equipment already at our disposal to trace these terrorists and rescue the remaining abducted schoolchildren?

“When insecurity persists on this scale, day after day, it points either to complicity or to a failure of leadership. No society should accept either.

“A government that truly makes human life a priority does not pamper insecurity; it eliminates it. The foremost responsibility of any government is the protection of life and property. Nigeria needs leaders of competence, transparency, and capacity, leaders who will end this insecurity once and for all,” he wrote.

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BREAKING: Private Jet Crash-Lands In Kano

 

A private jet operated by Flybird made an emergency crash-landing on Sunday morning at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA).

The aircraft, which was flying from Abuja, landed around 9:30 a.m. with 11 people on board, including three crew members.

An eyewitness said all passengers were quickly and safely evacuated from the plane, and no deaths were reported.

Reports are still coming in on the crash with details expected to come in later.

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Abacha Loot: Malami Reacts to EFCC Claim That He Operated 46 Bank Accounts

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has denied claims by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) that he operated 46 illegal bank accounts or had any connection to funds looted during the regime of late military ruler, General Sani Abacha.

Malami, through his media aide, Bello Doka, described the allegations as “baseless, ridiculous and unfounded,” insisting that the former minister has no involvement in any financial misconduct.

Doka said Malami operates only six bank accounts, all of which are known to the EFCC and relevant authorities.

“The EFCC is fully aware of the six bank accounts belonging to Malami. Claims that he operates 46 illegal bank accounts are false and misleading.

“For the record, the former minister has no link whatsoever to Abacha loot or any recovery funds,” Doka stated.

He added that the EFCC did not formally notify Malami of the allegations regarding the alleged 46 accounts during his invitation for questioning by the commission.

Doka challenged the anti-graft agency to publicly disclose at least 23 of the alleged accounts, representing 50 per cent of the claims, if it had credible evidence to support its allegations.

He further urged the EFCC to either withdraw or clarify the claims in the interest of transparency, arguing that media statements alone were insufficient to establish wrongdoing.

Doka said Malami remains willing to cooperate with investigators, while expressing appreciation to his supporters for their continued backing.

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I Was Bad, Even My Former Girlfriend Was Shocked That I Became a Pastor — Adeboye Reflects on His Past

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has reflected on his early years, revealing that many who knew him as a young man never believed he would one day become a pastor.

Adeboye spoke on Saturday while delivering a message on day five of the Holy Ghost Congress 2025, themed ‘God of all Flesh’, at the Redemption City along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State.

Addressing thousands of worshippers, including traditional rulers, the 83-year-old cleric said he is not proud of his past, describing his life as proof that God can change anyone, regardless of their troubled history.

Adeboye emphasised that he is not proud of his past, recounting an encounter with a former girlfriend who came seeking a pastor and was shocked when he introduced himself as the pastor.

He said, “Do you think there is anybody in your family who is too far gone that God cannot save his soul? Do you think there is anybody that God cannot turn into a great vessel unto honour? I don’t have time to give you several examples, but the man talking to you right now, many people never thought I could be saved. Even if I was saved at all, they never thought I could be a pastor. You don’t know who is in front of you. I’m not proud of my past; if one can be bad, I was bad.


“I have told you my story before. I told you about a former girlfriend of mine who came to the room and said, ‘I want to see the pastor,’ and I said, ‘I’m the pastor.’ She was shocked.

“She said, ‘You, a pastor? You mean you will pray, and God will answer?’

“Not too long ago, I met a former classmate we hadn’t seen since we left the university in 1967. We were together in a room, and she said something like, ‘You, na wa ooo.’ I said, ‘Me too, I’m surprised.’ We didn’t say more than that because her son was in the room with us.”

Adeboye also narrated how, as a child, he once orchestrated the breakup between his uncle and his wife after she maltreated him, stressing that they later reconciled.

The cleric emphasised that no one is beyond God’s saving grace and no life is too broken for God to transform.

He added, “On one occasion, my uncle’s wife mistreated me badly. As small as I was then, I told her I would get you out of this house, and I did. Thank God we met again after I became the general overseer; we have reconciled, and all her children are now pastors in the church here.

“There is nobody God cannot save,” Adeboye said, urging believers not to give up on anyone, regardless of their past or present condition.”

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Insecurity: NLC Schedules Nationwide Protest For December 17

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has stated that its planned nationwide protest on December 17 is intended to highlight the escalating insecurity in the country and press the government and other stakeholders to take decisive action.

NLC President, Joe Ajaero, stated this on Saturday in Gombe, speaking with journalists after a meeting with Governor Inuwa Yahaya on labour-related issues.

Ajaero said the protest would pressure the government to take definitive steps to tackle insecurity, arguing that the threat now affects every Nigerian, regardless of status or occupation.

He described banditry and violent crime as alien to Nigerian culture and called for collective condemnation to reverse what he referred to as a “dangerous national narrative.”

“Insecurity is damaging the economy and weakening Nigeria’s ability to attract local and foreign investors,” Ajaero said.

The labour leader cited recent killings and kidnappings as part of the justification for the protest.

“Our planned protest is to call attention to the impact of insecurity on investors and workers, who are kidnapped daily and sometimes killed,” he stated.

Pointing to an incident in Kebbi State, Ajaero said, “The person killed was a teacher, while the kidnapped children included those of workers.”

“So we are asking the government to help fish out the perpetrators and put an end to this menace.”

According to Ajaero, the protest is also designed to reassure authorities that Nigerians are prepared to support bold actions against insecurity.

“Government should know their hands are being strengthened to do the needful because Nigerians are saying this is wrong and must stop,” he said.

He urged collective engagement in confronting the nation’s security challenges, emphasising that kidnapping for ransom erodes national values and social cohesion.

Ajaero highlighted the plight of workers affected by insecurity, noting that families often lack funds for ransom, forcing them to borrow or beg to survive.

He said, “It is important for workers to join the call to end insecurity, unless the government wants to give us security allowance to pay ransom.

“We don’t have guns or cutlasses to chase criminals; protest is our only voice to Nigerians and the international community.”

The labour chief also urged the government to expand social safety nets, stressing that the current national minimum wage alone is insufficient to alleviate hardship without additional supportive measures.

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This Isn’t Politics, You Never Met Bail Conditions — EFCC Slams Malami

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed claims by former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, that his bail was revoked due to his attendance at a political gathering in Kebbi State.

The EFCC, in a rebuttal by its spokesperson, Dele Oyewale on Saturday, insisted the matter has nothing to do with politics but everything to do with unmet bail conditions.

According to the anti-graft agency, Malami’s continued detention was neither politically motivated nor linked to his media appearances or political activities, but stemmed solely from his failure to meet the five conditions attached to the provisional administrative bail earlier granted to him.

The Commission described the claim as misleading narratives gaining traction in the public space.

“The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, though not disposed to joining issues with respect to its operations in the media, is compelled to respond to the patently false claims of a former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, about a purported revocation of his bail over attendance at a political gathering in Kebbi,” Oyewale stated.

He pointed out that administrative bail is not an entitlement but a discretionary and temporary relief granted to suspects pending the conclusion of investigations and possible arraignment in court.

The EFCC added that Malami was offered provisional administrative bail after a brief interrogation on 28 November 2025, subject to five specific conditions, none of which he has met.

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Peter Obi Reacts As US Navy Seizes Nigerian-Owned Supertanker

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has responded to reports that a Nigerian-owned supertanker was seized by United States authorities.

The supertanker was seized over allegations of crude oil theft and illicit activities.

In a long post on X, Obi said he had warned the Nigerian government in the past about these illegal activities.

Obi called for proper investigation into the matter and said the incident was a “wake-up call.”

He wrote: “My attention has been drawn to reports that the Nigerian-owned supertanker was seized by the United States authorities over allegations of crude oil theft and related illicit activities. While the full facts are still emerging, this development is deeply troubling and speaks to a much bigger crisis that has continued to undermine our national economy, our global reputation, and the future of our young people.

“Severally over the years, I have consistently alerted that Nigeria is losing billions of dollars annually to crude oil theft, a criminal enterprise that has been allowed to thrive because of weak institutions, lack of accountability, and an entrenched culture of impunity. When a nation’s most valuable resources are stolen in broad daylight, whether at home or on the high seas, its people inevitably suffer. Our schools deteriorate, our hospitals remain underfunded, insecurity worsens, and millions slip further into poverty.

“The seriousness of this incident should be appreciated and thorough investigation insituted to get the root of the matter.

“This incident should serve as a wake-up call. I have consistently mentioned that ordinary Nigerians cannot steal crude oil, and no responsible nation can afford to look away while its wealth is siphoned off by a network of powerful individuals.

“We must strengthen our maritime security, reform our regulatory agencies, digitise and transparently track every barrel of oil produced in this country, and dismantle the criminal cartels that have operated with impunity for decades.

“More importantly, we must rebuild Nigeria’s global image by showing the world that we are serious about the rule of law, honest governance, and responsible management of our national assets. A nation cannot attract investment when it is constantly in the news for corruption, theft, and mismanagement.

“Relevant Nigerian authorities should work with international partners to establish the facts of this case and ensure that anyone found complicit faces justice, without fear or favour. Our nation cannot continue on this path.

“Nigeria has everything it needs to become a prosperous and respected nation. What we lack is competent and compassionate leadership that will prioritise the welfare of our citizens. It is time for that to change.”

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NAFDAC Issues Nationwide Alert Over Europharm Products

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert regarding a nationwide recall of pharmaceutical products produced by Europharm Laboratories in Jos.

In a statement posted on its official X handle on Friday, the agency said it had commenced enforcement action against Europharm Laboratories and its affiliate, Eurolink Nigeria Ltd, located at Plot PL 7354, Anglo Jos New Industrial Area, following credible intelligence and regulatory surveillance.

NAFDAC disclosed that investigations showed the company had been involved in the production, sale and distribution of several pharmaceutical and other regulated products without valid marketing authorisation. The agency said multiple items were discovered at the facility, many of which were found to be in violation of existing regulations.

Laboratory analysis carried out on some of the seized products revealed serious quality defects, raising major public health concerns. According to NAFDAC, tests showed dangerously low levels of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients API in certain products.

The agency reported that Linmoxyn Amoxicillin suspension failed quality analysis, with API content recorded at 13.9 percent and 18.4 percent, far below acceptable standards. Linmoxyn Amoxicillin 500mg capsules were also found to be substandard, containing only 48.3 percent API.

NAFDAC further stated that additional products bearing various NAFDAC Registration Numbers were discovered at the Europharm Laboratories site during the investigation. It explained that medicines with insufficient API levels could result in treatment failure, contribute to antimicrobial resistance and pose safety risks to consumers.

Products identified include Linocloxin Ampicillin 125mg and Cloxacillin 125mg powder for oral suspension 100ml, Linromycine Erythromycin powder for suspension 100ml, Linocillin Ampicillin powder for oral suspension 50ml and Linmoxyn Amoxicillin 125mg suspension 60ml.

Other affected items are Eurogyl Metronidazole suspension 50ml, Naflin cough expectorant 100ml, Natacid Magnesium Trisilicate suspension 100ml, Navit B Syrup Vitamin B Complex 100ml, Fountain B 12 blood tonic in 100ml and 200ml sizes, Vitamin C syrup 100ml, Eurogyl Metronidazole tablets blister 10 by 10, Eurogyl Metronidazole tablets pack of 1000, Euramol Paracetamol tablets pack of 1000, Euramox Mebendazole 100mg tablets, Linotrim Cotrimoxazole suspension 50ml and Linoquine Chloroquine Phosphate syrup 80mg per 5ml in 60ml bottles.

The agency said all zonal directors and state coordinators nationwide have been instructed to intensify surveillance and ensure the removal of substandard products within their respective areas.

NAFDAC urged distributors, retailers, healthcare professionals and caregivers to remain vigilant within the supply chain to prevent the circulation and use of unsafe medicines. It also advised the public and medical practitioners to promptly report any suspected cases of substandard or falsified medicines and medical devices to the nearest NAFDAC office.

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There Is No Genocide Against Christians Or Muslims In Nigeria — President Tinubu Insists

Once again, President Bola Tinubu has dismissed claims of a Christian genocide in Nigeria, emphasizing that no religious group, whether Christian or Muslim, is being deliberately targeted for extermination.

Speaking on Friday in Abuja at the opening of the 8th Biennial Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fatih Society (NASFAT), themed “Building Resilience in a Changing World: The Role of Faith and Community,” the President stressed that insecurity in the country is not rooted in religious persecution.

Represented by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, Tinubu said Nigeria’s current security challenges are largely driven by historical injustices, economic deprivation, criminality, and extremism.

“In recent times, the Federal Government and other persons of goodwill have had to address unfounded allegations. These allegations are not only false but harmful, and capable of inflaming passions and disrupting the peaceful coexistence we continue to build as a nation,” he said.

The President’s remarks come weeks after former U.S. President Donald Trump alleged that Christians in Nigeria were being targeted and persecuted, warning that the U.S. could consider military intervention if the Nigerian government failed to act.

Trump had labelled Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern,” sparking widespread reactions within and beyond Nigeria’s borders.

In response, the Federal Government dispatched a high-level delegation led by National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu to engage U.S. lawmakers and provide clarity on the nation’s security situation.

President Tinubu reaffirmed that the Nigerian government does not support or carry out any policy that targets religious groups.

“As President, I reiterate with all sense of responsibility and fidelity to the Constitution that there is no Christian genocide in Nigeria, and there is no Muslim genocide in Nigeria. What we have is terrorism driven by criminality and extremism—challenges we are working tirelessly to overcome,” he stated.

He noted that both Christians and Muslims have suffered from terrorism and continue to stand together in condemning violence from all quarters.

The President emphasised the Federal Government’s commitment to national unity, religious tolerance, and the protection of every Nigerian life.

“We must, therefore, reject narratives that seek to divide us, whether they come from within or outside our borders. We must not allow internal or external forces to sow discord or promote dangerous stereotypes about our beloved nation,” he added.

Tinubu praised NASFAT for promoting national unity and peaceful coexistence.

“Your teachings on moderation, tolerance and service to humanity provide pathways for resolving conflicts and deepening national unity. Let us continue to promote moderation, peaceful coexistence and respect for our diversity. Our differences are a divine design, not a source of conflict,” he said.

Delivering the keynote address, Islamic scholar Dr Nurudeen Lemu urged Nigerian Muslims to remain steadfast in faith and hopeful amid the country’s challenges, stressing the importance of unity, patience, and resilience.

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