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Presidency Opens Up On Tinubu’s Minister, Betta Edu’s N585m Scandal, Reveals Next Line Of Action

The Presidency has confirmed that relevant authorities are conducting an investigation into the financial irregularity concerning the transfer of N585.189 million by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu.

President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said appropriate action would be taken after the investigation.

“The matter is under investigation.

“Appropriate Action will be taken thereafter,” he told Daily Trust.

About N585.189 million, meant for the vulnerable in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Ogun, and Lagos states, was reportedly diverted into a private account.

This led to widespread outrage and a call for Edu’s sack and prosecution.

In a viral document signed by Edu and directed to the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, the minister directed the disbursement of N585.189 million into one Bridget Mojisola Oniyelu’s private account.

The leaked document revealed that the money was paid into Oniyelu’s account.

Amid the widespread outrage, Edu, in a statement by her Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Rasheed Zubair, said the payment followed due process.

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President Bola Tinubu Returns To Abuja

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President Bola Tinubu has returned to the Presidential Villa in Aso Rock after the Christmas and New Year celebrations in Lagos State.

Recall that Tinubu had on December 21st departed Abuja for Lagos to celebrate the yelutide break.

This was the first Christmas Tinubu would be celebrating since he was sworn in as the President of Nigeria on May 29, 2023.

The Nigerian leader had earlier served as the Governor of Lagos State for eight years between 1999 and 2007.

Meanwhile, Tinubu, in his 2024 New Year’s address, extended an appeal to his former presidential election rivals, including Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP), urging them to join forces for the nation’s welfare.

President Tinubu emphasized the need to transcend political divisions, stating that the election period is over.

He stressed the importance of uniting under the common goal of advancing Nigeria, setting aside past differences to focus on the country’s future.

Tinubu said, “In this new year, let us resolve that as joint heirs to the Nigerian Commonwealth, we will work for the peace, progress, and stability of our country. I extend this call to my political opponents in the last election. The election is over. It’s time for all of us to work together for the sake of our country.”

The President also disclosed that he is not oblivious to the frustration of Nigerians due to the high cost of living, and rising inflation, among other issues, adding that his administration is doing everything possible to deliver on its ‘Renewed Hope’ mandate.

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Number of Visitors to Daura Reduced – Buhari Reveals Why He Was Happy When Tinubu Increased Fuel Price

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has opened up on why he was happy when incumbent President Bola Tinubu increases the petrol pump price.
Recall that fuel price increased on May 29, 2023 after Tinubu announced removal of fuel subsidy.
According to Buhari, the decision reduced the number of visitors he receives in his native Daura town in Katsina State.
Buhari made the revelation on Sunday as the special guest of honour at the maiden edition of the annual Katsina Dialogue organised by the Katsina Consultative Forum, held at the Presidential Banquet Hall of the Katsina Government House in Katsina.
Speaking in Hausa language, Buhari said he returned to Daura and a lot of people kept visiting him but when Tinubu increased the price of fuel, he rejoiced because the visits reduced.
Speaking about drug abuse, Buhari added;
 “A nation’s greatness is measured by how it safeguards its people. Our youths represent our valued asset and protecting their wellbeing is crucial for our nation’s future. We can’t afford to watch as drug abuse dismantle their potential and the country’s future. I urge all of us to unite and act decisively against drug abuse in the state,” he said.
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Tinubu Signs N28.7trillion 2024 Budget Into Law

The 2024 budget has been signed into law.
President Bola Tinubu signed the N28.7 trillion 2024 Budget into law at a brief ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday.
Present at the ceremony were the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas.
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu and National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, were also at the event.
Also present at the budget signing ceremony were the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, and Chairman of the Senate Appropriation Committee, Senator Olamilekan Adeola, among others.
Tinubu signed the budget hours after he arrived in Abuja from Lagos where he spent the past week holidaying.
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Nnamdi Kanu Suffering Internal Bleeding, His Death Capable Of Sinking Nigeria – IPOB

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a warning to the Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led government to release its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.
According to IPOB, Kanu is battling internal bleeding resulting from alleged torture in the detention of the Department of State Services (DSS).
Recall that Nnamdi Kanu has been in DSS detention since 2021, following his arrest in Kenya and repatriation to Nigeria.
The Supreme Court, on December 15, dismissed the ruling of the Appeal Court and okayed his trial on the charges of terrorism filed against him by the Federal Government.
In a statement on Sunday, IPOB’s spokesman, Emma Powerful, said Kanu needs urgent and specialized medical emergency treatment to avert serious outcomes.
IPOB said reports reaching it “indicate that Mazi Nnamdi Kanu is having medical complications in the DSS solitary confinement. The report said that Kanu may be having internal bleeding caused by torture.
 
“This current medical situation may have risen from ruptured veins and internal bleeding disorders arising from the beating and torture he was subjected to by the Nigeria secret agents who kidnapped him in Kenya in 2021.
 
“Moreso, the drug overuse and abuse that DSS has subjected Kanu to may also be part of the problem. Our Leader requires medical emergency treatment outside the DSS facility to undergo surgery for his survival.
 
“Even the DSS medical director agrees that Kanu requires urgent and serious medical attention to handle his case. The Federal Government and the British government should release Kanu on medical grounds for independent medical professionals to attend to him and carry out the surgery if necessary to save the unforeseen situation.”
 
“The Federal Government should be careful that nothing happens to Kanu during and after his illegal detention in DSS solidarity confinement. Kanu is a precious jewel that Biafrans have given their lives to protect, and many are ready to give their lives for him. Kanu is a trigger of the gun that is capable of sinking Nigeria if mishandled,” the group added.
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Lovely New Photos of President Tinubu With His Son, Seyi, Daughter In-law Layal And Their Kids

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has posed with his grand children.
In photos shared online, the Nigerian leader was seen with his son Seyi, his wife Layal and their two children.
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President Tinubu Directs Ministry Of Humanitarian Affairs To Provide Reliefs To Plateau Communities Attacked By Terrorists

President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation to work in tandem with the Plateau State Government to offer humanitarian assistance to the survivors of the tragic attacks and the impacted communities.

Dr Betta Edu, the minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday, describing the incident, as senseless, horrendous and inhuman.

She explained that the ministry would be unrelenting to ensure that every Nigerian and all parts of Nigeria experiencing humanitarian crises are catered to by the current administration.

The statement reads; “Following the Christmas Eve alleged massacre, by unknown assailants, of over 100 innocent persons in about 15 communities in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi local government areas of Plateau, the Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu has condoled with the government and people of Plateau state.

“It was with utter shock and sadness that I received the news of the barbaric, horrendous and senseless attacks in plateau communities which have left over 100 people dead and injured many while many more are displaced.

“I condole with the government and people of plateau state, especially families of the victims of this unnecessary assault on humanity and pray for a permanent peace in the plateau

“One can only imagine the difficulties and indignities as well as catastrophic humanitarian challenges facing the survivors and affected members of the communities.

“As a Ministry directly in charge of responding to humanitarian challenges of citizens in Nigeria, the federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has been directed by President Bola Tinubu to collaborate with the Plateau state government to bring humanitarian succour to the survivors of the unfortunate attacks as well as the affected communities,” the statement added.

SaharaReporters earlier reported how the Chairman of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, Monday Kassa said that the death toll from the multiple attacks on communities in the local government area had risen to 125.

Also, the Chairman of Barkin Ladi local government area, Danjuma Dakil, said that the death toll from the attacks in the area had risen to 30, from 17 as earlier reported.

Kassa who confirmed the latest death toll update on the phone with newsmen said “up to this moment, our people are still in the bush searching for missing ones. Today we have recovered more than 20 bodies from the bushes and the search is not over yet.”

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VP Shettima, Governors Visit Tinubu In Lagos (Photos)

VP, Sen Kashim Shettima alongside some state governors on Tuesday, December 26, paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at his Bourdillon residence in Lagos State.

The governors who were part of the delegation include Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Dapo Abiodun, Biodun Oyebanji, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Lagos, Ogun, Ekiti and Kwara states, respectively.

Others are governors Abba Kabir Yusuf, Hope Uzodimma, Yahaya Bello, Dauda Lawal of Kano, Imo, Kogi and Zamfara states, respectively.

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Rivers Crisis: Tinubu Was Ready To Take Hard Action If Resolution Failed – Presidency

The Presidency has reacted to the peace brokered by President Bola Tinubu between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his immediate predecessor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Monday evening.
Recall that the duo reached an agreement to end the political crisis rocking the state.
Reacting through its spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, the presidency said President Bola Tinubu was fully ready and equipped to take a very hard action had the crisis rocking Rivers State politics not been resolved on Monday evening.
He said the President’s motive in intervening in the matter is not a political one.
The agreement was reached after President Tinubu and other stakeholders met with the two warring factions.
Speaking on TV after the resolution was signed, Ngelale said the President acted as the father of the nation.
“The motive of the President in this case is clearly not a political one. He’s the father of the nation.
 
“He’s the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces. It’s his primary responsibility to ensure that there’s peace, stability and security in all parts of the country.
 
“If he sees that peace is breaking down in any part of the country, this is a President that will take action. But nobody should be mistaken, His Excellency, Mr President, was fully ready and equipped to take a very hard action if this resolution was not reached.
 
“So it is of great relief to the Rivers people and Nigerians at large that a resolution has been reached.”
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Rivers Crisis: Ijaw Group Accuses President Tinubu of Supporting Wike

President Bola Tinubu has been accused of supporting the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike in the crisis rocking Rivers state.
This is according to President of the Ijaw National Congress, Prof. Benjamin Okaba.
He said Tinubu has failed to call Wike to order.
Okaba stated that for the President to remain quiet while Wike was causing embarrassment in his state and the nation showed that he was supporting him, saying Wike had dared the Ijaw nation and that the Ijaw nation was angry.
This is as he said the Ijaw nation has suffered marginalisation for too long despite hosting oil resources and installations that sustain the country, saying the Ijaw nation and the people of the Niger Delta can longer guarantee the safety of the oil facilities in the region.
He stated this while speaking to newsmen shortly after arriving at Government House, Port Harcourt, on Friday when he led hundreds of Ijaws youths on a solidarity march to the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.

According to him, “We are already angered that the government of President Bola Tinubu has marginalised Ijaw people. In Delta State, where three persons were picked for a federal appointment, none are from the Ijaw nation.’
 
“Meanwhile, the Ijaws are the most economically viable in that state. We are noting all of this. But for him to keep quiet and allow Wike to misbehave shows that there is some tacit support. And we shall not take that.
 
“As we speak, our people are so angered; our people are so frustrated to the extent that we can no longer guarantee if things continue in this way, the safety of the oil installations in Ijaw land and our region.”
He added, “And if you (President) take us for granted, continue. A day shall tell whether the Ijaw people are still those who will say a thing and make it come to pass.
 
“Since 1958, Nigeria has been surviving on the oil that comes from Ijaw land. Today, we are crying about marginalisation; we call it environmental degradation.
 
“The Ijaw nation is most affected when you talk of climate change and all that. But daily, we are treated as if we are not humans. This must stop.
 
“40 million Ijaw people are angered and aggrieved. And they are saying that a slap on Governor Fubara is a slap on the entire Ijaw nation.
 
“Any attempt to further close up or political space to remove Siminalayi Fubara from office is a call for fire.”

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