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PDP threatens to release details of how Buhari’s relatives acquired Etisalat, Keystone Bank

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The PDP Presidential Campaign Organisation has threatened to release more details on how the family members of President Muhammadu Buhari allegedly acquired Etisalat Nigeria and Keystone Bank Plc.

The Director of Media and Publicity, Mr. Kola Ologbondiyan, while addressing a press conference Thursday in Abuja, declared that Buhari no longer has the moral standing to seek re-election until he directly answers its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on the revelation that the president has soiled his hands in the alleged corruption scandal.

Ologbondiyan challenged Buhari to explain how his family members came about the sum of N1.032 trillion for the scandalous acquisition.

He explained that it was not an issue for Buhari’s aides to howl about in the media, as it touches directly on the president’s person, particularly his perception as a symbol of the Talakawas, while also calling on him to address the issue.

Ologbondiyan stressed that Buhari should therefore not continue to dress himself in borrowed garb of integrity until he cleans himself of the stinking corruption of his acolytes, family and friends under his cover.

According to him, “It is a norm that he who comes to equity must come with clean hands. Buhari and his family members have entangled themselves in corruption. Mr. President’s hands can no longer be said to be clean, until he proves otherwise.”

Ologbondiyan stated categorically that Nigerians are not interested in mere rhetoric or attempts by the Buhari Presidency to divert public attention from the issue at hand, but demand that Buhari, who hitherto prides himself as Mr. Integrity, squarely addresses these grave issues in person.

He said: “Nigerians and the whole world should note that President Buhari’s refusal to personally address this matter means consent.

“We, therefore, dare President Buhari to put forth a denial on this disclosure by our candidate and we will spare no thoughts in furnishing the public with details of his corrupt activities within and outside Nigeria.

“Our party has full details of how persons related to President Buhari, by consanguinity and affinity, have been paved the way to loot trillions of naira from government agencies for corrupt acquisition of shares in major companies, purchase expensive property within and outside Nigeria, as well as to finance their very luxury lifestyles under Mr. President’s cover.

“In fact, no Nigerian has made more money in the last three and a half years than relations of President Buhari, many of whom have found themselves controlling stupendous wealth frittered from our economy, yet our President is asking Nigerians to get ready for more hardship in the coming year.

“Furthermore, our party is privy to the facts of how these relations of the President have been hounding government agencies, major business concerns and intending foreign investors over kickbacks as well as strangulating companies that refuse to accede to their demands.”

Ologbondiyan recalled how the Buhari Presidency muted the case of the aide of the First Lady, Mr. Baba-Inna, who was arrested in September this year over accusations of receiving N2.5 billion from politicians, businessmen and women on behalf of the first lady.

He said Nigerians could also recall how the Buhari Presidency gagged the confession of one Amina Mohammed, paraded by the Department of State Services (DSS), who stated in public that persons close to President Buhari were involved in the serial fraud and looting of public resources under the official cover of the Buhari Presidency.

He added: “In fact, there is incontrovertible evidence, as provided by the Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai, that President Buhari is not as clean as his handlers want Nigerians to believe.

“In October 4, 2010, el-Rufai accused Buhari of corruption in allowing 53 suitcases belonging to his ADC’s father to enter Nigeria unchecked at a time the country was exchanging old currency for new in 1984.”

Ologbondiyan wondered why the president’s relatives continue to loot public treasury, and on the other hand asked Nigerians to prepare for more hardship next year.

In a related development, Ologbondiyan described Buhari’s desperate corruption attack on Atiku as a mere illusion.

He disclosed this in a statement Thursday in Abuja, where he said it was unfortunate that Buhari would resort to sponsoring fabrications and false allegations against Atiku just because he has been overwhelmed by Atiku’s soaring popularity and acceptance by Nigerians.

Ologbondiyan said: “Nigerians can also recall that on December 22, 2014, President Buhari in praising Atiku Abubakar’s immense business acumen, through which he provided employment opportunities for thousands of Nigerians, described him as an ‘inspiration’ and a man that has rendered ‘great service to Nigeria’.”

The PDP reminded Buhari that Atiku has never been charged, indicted nor convicted for any act of corruption by any competent authority whatsoever.

“Moreover, President Buhari has been in office for almost four years and has never found anything incriminatory on Atiku Abubakar that can warrant his prosecution despite being hounded under the Buhari administration,” he added.

Ologbondiyan noted that Mr. President needs to be reminded that even the Chairman of his Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption, Prof. Itse Sagay, after their detailed scrutiny, announced that they found no evidence of corruption against Atiku and consequently absolved him of all allegations.

He also explained that the United States Department of Justice had, in response to enquiry by a leading Nigerian newspaper in November of 2016, stated that after scrutiny of public records, that there is no criminal case against Atiku contrary to fabrications being promoted by the Buhari Presidency.

  • Sourced from a THISDAY report.
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BREAKING: Obiora Obeagu Wins African 3G Summit Leadership Award for Outstanding Performance in Rural Healthcare, Infrastructure Development

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The Executive Chairman of Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, Hon. Obiora Obeagu
The Executive Chairman of Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, Hon. Obiora Obeagu

The Executive Chairman of Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, Hon. Obiora Obeagu, has been named winner of the African Grassroots Good Governance (3G) Summit Leadership Award as Outstanding Local Government Chairman on Rural Healthcare and Infrastructure Development in Nigeria.

The announcement follows a rigorous nomination, screening, voting, and verification process aimed at identifying the most outstanding and best-performing local government chairmen and mayors across the continent.

The African 3G Summit Leadership Awards, organized by AfricanStride International Media Group (ASIMGROUP), is a premier continental roundtable and honours event focused on driving development and promoting excellence in grassroots governance across Africa.

Transformative Leadership in Isi-Uzo

Since assuming office, Hon. Obeagu has distinguished himself as a visionary leader committed to grassroots good governance and improving the quality of life for Isi-Uzo residents. His tenure has been marked by significant investments in:

  • Rural Healthcare: Construction of the Isi-Uzo Clinic and other health initiatives.
  • Infrastructure: Development of roads, culverts, and key link bridges; renovation of the Council Secretariat; and execution of power projects.
  • Community Development: Launch of the Isi-Uzo Villa Estate, housing projects, and educational empowerment initiatives.

These interventions have driven growth, prosperity, and enhanced access to basic social amenities in the local government area.

Award Ceremony Set for Abuja

Hon. Obeagu will be formally presented with the prestigious award during the African 3G Summit Leadership Awards ceremony scheduled to hold on November 1, 2025, in Abuja.

The event will feature the unveiling of outstanding local and regional government leaders across Africa whose dedication to grassroots governance continues to inspire confidence in the continent’s democratic and political future.

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Tinubu Hails Winners of By-Elections in 12 States

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August 17, 2025

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Bola Ahmed Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates all the winners of Saturday, August 16, by-elections in 16 constituencies across 12 states.

The President commends the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the hitch-free elections, mostly devoid of violence.

Following the results declared by INEC, the All Progressives Congress (APC) won in 12 constituencies, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) won in two, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) won in one, and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) won in one.

President Tinubu congratulates the new APC National Chairman, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, for the emphatic first victory recorded under his leadership.

He also congratulates the APC governors and other leaders on the success of the by-elections.

“Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda has shown leadership capacity and demonstrated what is achievable when popular candidates are fielded and with unity of purpose among party leaders,” the President remarks.

“To all APC faithful and the electorate, thank you for the confidence reposed in our party. Be assured that our Renewed Hope slogan is not a mere slogan. Our destination is a better, more secure and prosperous Nigeria. We shall take you there, by the Grace of God,” he said.

President Tinubu commends all the political parties and candidates who participated in the election and enjoins them to continue to be guided by the spirit of sportsmanship,  fair contest and magnanimity, which are enablers of enduring democracy.

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FG: President Tinubu Fulfilling Development Promises to South-East

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President Bola Tinubu's appointees on tour of South East

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris,  has restated the Federal Government’s firm commitment to the rapid socio-economic development of Ebonyi State and the entire South-East geo-political zone.

Speaking in Abakaliki on Friday night at a Citizens’ Engagement Forum organised by his Ministry, the Minister said: “The commitment of Mr. President to the socio-economic development of Ebonyi State and the entire South-East is unwavering. He is right on track to transform and move the region forward, as promised when he came here to campaign in November 2022.”

The Minister explained that the Citizens’ Engagement Forum is not a mere talk shop but a direct platform to present government’s scorecard, give account of stewardship, and take feedback from Nigerians. 

“This is consistent with the mission of the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation to reenact trust in public communication by deepening the social contract between government and citizens, and restoring public confidence in governance.”

Highlighting major achievements of the Tinubu administration, Idris noted that subsidy removal and other bold reforms have doubled allocations to states and local governments, fueling an “unprecedented explosion of infrastructure projects across most states of the country.”

The Minister said “the Port Harcourt-Aba railway project has been completed, delivered, and is in operation,” while the Federal Executive Council has approved “the allocation of $3 billion for the completion of the 2,044km Eastern Rail Line, projected to unlock N50 billion for the region in annual trade.”

In addition, “$508 million has been earmarked for the upgrade and modernization of Eastern Port infrastructure,” while “118.85km of the Ebonyi section of the Calabar-Abuja Super Highway has been inaugurated.”

On healthcare, the Minister disclosed that “the Federal Government, in April 2025, flagged off the Cancer Centre of Excellence at the David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences, Uburu,” adding that a “world-class Oncology Centre at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Nsukka” has also been commissioned.

To support small businesses, Idris stated: “The Federal Government, through the Bank of Industry, injected about N200 billion into nano, micro, and small businesses, benefitting over 900,000 business owners.”

He further announced that the newly established South-East Development Commission has “hit the ground running in its pursuit to build a $200 billion economy for the region by 2035,” while the South-East Investment Corporation, with a capital base of N150 billion, will drive industrialization and inclusive growth.

On security, the Minister assured citizens that the Federal Government is winning the war against insurgents and secessionist elements. “We have recorded great success in making the South East safe and rendering the sit-at-home orders by secessionists ineffective,” he stressed.

Idris commended Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State for his development strides, especially in forging synergy with the Federal Government to deliver impactful projects for the people of the state. 

“His success across all sectors of the state is a testament to what is possible when state and federal governments work in synergy to deliver dividends of democracy to the people.”

The Minister reiterated President Tinubu’s vision of building a $1 trillion economy, bridging the infrastructure gap, promoting food security, improving the living conditions of the masses and bequeathing a prosperous nation to future generations. “Indeed, we are not resting on our oars,” he affirmed.

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