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Sensationalization and Exploitation of Insecurity by Opposition Elements Uncharitable, CSO cautions
A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), Conference of Civil Society for Peace, Security and National Development (CCSPSND) has described calls emanating from certain quarters insinuating that Nigeria’s insecurity is a product of failed intelligence as uncharitable and a plot to undermine the gallant and selfless efforts of men and officers of the nations security community.
In a press release jointly signed by
Dr. Adamu Muhammad and Hon. Mike Msuaan and made available to journalists in Abuja, the CSO wondered why anybody will want to cash out on the tragedy that occurred in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State where men of the Nigeria Army, Police and other civilians lost their lives, adding that this is not the time to exploit national tragedies for political gains.
“We are pained to discover that instead of sympathizing and empathizing with the Nigerian Army, the Police and the families that lost their loved ones in recent times, members of the opposition have chosen to show their insensitivity to the victims and the government of Nigeria by pointing accusing fingers at others instead of teaming with the government to curb the country of criminals”, the statement noted.
The CSO further explained that
Nigeria is the only country we have and efforts must be made by all Nigerians to ensure that the country is free from criminal elements who have become willing tools in the hands of the country’s enemies adding that intelligence gathering and security coordination are jobs for all citizens
“To single out security agencies and their intelligence gathering to blame for the isolated acts of insecurity in the country is unacceptable. Security is everybody’s duty and we must report all bad eggs in our midst and synergize with relevant security agencies and stakeholders to put an and to insecurity in the country”, the statement added.
Instead of calling for the sack of the head’s of security agencies in Nigeria because of noticed security lapses, the CSO urged Nigerians to stand firm behind their leaders and representatives and supply credible intelligence that will lead to the apprehension of terrorists and bandits amongst our midst.
“Lets unite and support our security agencies to win the war against bandits, terrorists and other criminals. It is not enough to call on the government to come to our aid or blame the government for failing to prevent the occurrence of these attacks, we must act patriotically to expose the bad elements in our midst”, the statement urged.
The CSO insisted that as the 2023 elections draw near, many desperate politicians will begin to recruit thugs and arm them with the aim of disrupting peaceful pools only to turn back and blame the government for failing to protect the citizens and secure the country.
“We call on security agencies and institutions to continue to intensify efforts in securing the country instead of listening to failed politicians who would like to deceive Nigerians into believing that the country is not safe so as to exploit the situation to their advantage. Nigerian security agents are doing their best and must be commended”, the statement concluded.
We therefore call on Mr president to disregard such unpatriotic calls and continue to provide and support the Nigerian military even more. Such calls are from sponsors of insecurity who have seen the resolve of Mr president and the security agencies firm. We are convinced that by sponsoring media attacks on military intelligence units, the enemies of Nigeria must have felt the heat of the resolve of the security agencies. In recent times, many BokoHaram and bandits leaders and fighters have been eliminated while many others have suffered to the Nigerian military. Several camps of the insurgents have been destroyed and Ammunition captured.
These media attacks are targeted had killing the morale of the Nigerian security agencies. Nigerians must rise in unison in support of the security agencies who have devoted their time and some times pay the Supreme price to safe guard the country.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to maintain the status quo in a dispute over the party’s candidates emerging from the Benue State APC primaries for the 2027 general election.
The order was made on Thursday by Justice Inyang Ekwo during proceedings in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1429/2026, filed by Engr. Sesugh Akaagba and other aggrieved APC candidates from Benue State against the APC and INEC.
The plaintiffs had, through an ex parte motion filed on July 5, 2026, sought six interim reliefs, including an order restraining the APC from substituting its validly nominated candidates in Benue State through its June 29, 2026 correspondence, or any subsequent communication, to INEC, pending determination of the substantive suit.
They also sought an order compelling the APC to immediately transmit to INEC the names of candidates validly nominated during the primaries monitored by the electoral commission.
When the matter first came up on July 8, 2026, the court declined to grant the interim application immediately, directing both APC and INEC to appear and respond before any decision was taken. The matter was adjourned to July 16.
At Thursday’s proceedings, counsel representing the APC and INEC were present in court, while the plaintiffs were represented by Mohammed Ndarani, SAN, alongside his legal team.
In his ruling, Justice Ekwo held that since issues had been joined by the parties particularly with INEC now before the court, the defendants were required by law to preserve the subject matter of the litigation pending determination of the substantive suit.
When counsel to the plaintiffs urged the court to caution APC and INEC against taking any further action that could affect the disputed list of candidates, the judge responded that it was “not a matter of advice but of law,” stressing that the defendants were bound to maintain the status quo.
The court consequently restrained APC and INEC from taking any action capable of altering the disputed list of candidates pending the hearing and determination of the substantive suit.
The defendants did not object to the restraining order.
At the commencement of proceedings, the court noted that all parties had voluntarily submitted to its jurisdiction by duly filing and exchanging their respective processes.
It held that there was no procedural or jurisdictional impediment to the expeditious determination of the substantive action, and directed that the matter be heard without further delay.
In furtherance of the objective of preserving the res and safeguarding the efficacy of the judicial process, the court ordered all parties to maintain the status quo pending the hearing and final determination of the substantive suit, restraining any act or omission capable of prejudicing the rights of the parties or rendering the proceedings nugatory.
The court further directed that INEC be served forthwith with the originating and all consequential processes.
The effect of the subsisting order is that INEC is restrained from tampering with the existing list of candidates pending final determination of the suit, and from receiving, recognising, or acting upon any purported substituted list of National Assembly candidates from Benue State submitted by the APC.
The matter was adjourned to July 21, 2026, for hearing of the substantive suit.
Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan and former First Lady Patience Ibifaka Jonathan recently celebrated a significant family milestone as they attended the graduation ceremony of their son, Ariara Goodluck Jonathan, at Manchester Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom.
The proud parents joined family members and well-wishers to witness Ariara receive his degree, marking the successful completion of his academic programme. The occasion was filled with joy as the Jonathan family commemorated the achievement, highlighting the importance they place on education and personal development.
The graduation ceremony attracted warm congratulatory messages from friends, associates, and admirers, who wished the graduate continued success in his future endeavours.
The Following names joined the political family of Sen. Dr. George Akume today after leaving the sinking Alia ship .
Under the leadership of Barr. Emmanuel Jime .
The are ;
Chief Nelson Alapa
Douglas pepe SAN senatorial Aspirant zone A,
Engr Peter Ashiekaa
QS Clement Beetseh
Former commissioners
Joy Luga
Ann itodo
Barr martins Shaagee
Miss Dorcas
Prof Usar Joseh
Prof Cephas Tushima
Chief Patrick Idoko
Hon Patience Akor
Hon Fred Idoko
Hon Lawrence Ekpo Onoja Jnr
Hon Andrew Abah
Hon Agbo Innocent Ikwumonu
Hon Simon Omachoko
Hon David Egboja
Dr John Garba
Among together,
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