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Tinubu Provides Service Chiefs with a New Security Framework
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a stern warning to the service chiefs and other security agency heads, emphasizing the importance of unity and coordination within his administration. He urged them to avoid working at cross purposes and emphasized the need for a cohesive approach to security matters.He urged them to collaborate closely and work in a coordinated manner to collectively address the challenges of terrorism, insurgency, banditry, oil theft, sea robbery, piracy, and other related issues. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu emphasized the importance of unity of purpose in tackling these pressing security concerns.Following a meeting between the president and security and intelligence chiefs at the State House in Abuja, the National Security Adviser, Babagana Monguno, informed reporters that the session lasted for more than two hours. The meeting took place yesterday.According to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Babagana Monguno, President Tinubu emphasized the need for regular consultations and prompt actions based on reports during the general security appraisal committee meeting. Monguno stated that Tinubu made it clear to the heads of security and intelligence agencies that incidents of oil theft would not be tolerated. The president also expressed his administration’s commitment to reforming the security architecture.
Monguno stated that President Tinubu emphasized the need for heightened efforts from security agencies in advancing the country. Tinubu’s approach to security is centered on contemporary measures that align with the demands of the time. He made it clear that the decline in the nation’s fortunes would not be accepted, stressing the importance of coordinated national security and the establishment of a clearing house, even if it adopts a basket system.
Tinubu firmly rejected any instances of working at cross purposes or conflicting with each other among security agencies. He stressed the imperative for all agencies to work towards a unified purpose, adhering to coordination, frequent consultations, and timely action on reports.
Having been briefed on the prevailing security issues facing the nation, Tinubu expressed appreciation for the armed forces, intelligence agencies, and wider paramilitary organizations for their dedication and sacrifice in defending the country. He paid tribute to those who lost their lives while combatting terrorism, insurgency, banditry, oil theft, sea robbery, piracy, and other challenges.
Tinubu disclosed his intention to implement significant reforms in the security architecture, with a particular focus on addressing misfortunes in the maritime domain. He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards oil theft, vowing to crush the problem from its roots, regardless of its origin.
The National Security Adviser (NSA) confirmed that President Tinubu expressed his determination to build upon the progress achieved so far, reverse misfortunes, and steer the country in a positive direction. Tinubu highlighted that Nigeria should not be struggling while other nations are advancing and achieving greater heights.
Tinubu has already instructed the security agencies to develop a blueprint promptly, as he emphasized the urgency of the situation and the need for immediate action. The president also emphasized the importance of ensuring the well-being of personnel engaged in security operations, ensuring they are properly equipped, motivated, and provided with all necessary support.
Furthermore, Tinubu stressed that he would utilize his powers to enable the operational elements of the armed forces while expecting the intelligence agencies to provide the necessary intelligence support to carry out their assignments effectively.
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor, expressed that the meeting was productive and that the security chiefs received new instructions on the president’s vision for security. He assured that the team was inspired and motivated to fulfill the new tasks based on the mandate given by the president.
In attendance at the meeting were the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Farouk Yahaya; Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo; Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Isiaka Amao; Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba; Director-General of the Department of State Service (DSS), Yusuf Bichi; and Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ahmed Rufai Abubakar. They were led by General Irabor.
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin
Barely a month after empowering no fewer than 70 members at the headquarters of the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church Worldwide in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, the Oluwole Foundation has extended the noble gesture to 24 branches of the Church within Ilorin metropolis and Oke-Oyi.
In the new dispensation, the Oluwole Foundation provided material and financial support to additional 70 beneficiaries, costing the Foundation about N37m.
Fielding questions from journalists on the sideline of the programme, the Chairman of the Foundation, Pastor Moses Ademola Popoola, said the extension of the empowerment programme this year to the branches of the Church was in obedience to divine instruction and as a means to tackle poverty within the Church community.
“We have 62 branches under our Church, but this is the first time we are going beyond our headquarters. For now, we have covered 24 Churches and empowered 70 people, spending close to N37 million. This is not just charity; it’s also evangelism. Some people will not be converted through preaching but through welfare,” Pastor Popoola explained.
He urged beneficiaries to take the gesture seriously, work hard, and extend help to others, assuring the congregants of further expansion of the empowerment programme to cover more beneficiaries in the coming years.
“They should not see this as a national cake. Be prudent, save, grow your business, and from what you have, help someone else. That way, we help the family, society, and the nation,” he cautioned.
Pastor Popoola also called on other foundations, especially those owned by Christians, to carry out their work with sincerity, rather than for personal gain. “This service is first to God, then to society. When we help people genuinely, we reduce poverty, crime, and unemployment.”
The cleric, however, stressed the need for the government to prioritise agriculture and rural development in order to tackle poverty and unemployment ravaging the nation.
He added: “Every wealthy nation built its economy on agriculture. So, government should secure our farmlands, provide tractors, and support our farmers holistically. Let each region focus on its strength, like cocoa in the West and groundnut in the North. We must also develop rural areas with electricity, motorable roads, hospitals, and jobs to curb rural-urban migration.”
One of the beneficiaries, Mrs Janet Shaba, who expressed gratitude to the Oluwole Foundation for the kind gesture, promised that they would make judicious use of the items received.
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Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed sadness over the death of former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh.
Governor AbdulRazaq said the death of Chief Audu Ogbeh is a big loss to the North Central Region, calling him a statesman, thoughts leader, and nationalist.
“Chief Audu Ogbeh was a dependable leader of our region. He earned the respect of all on account of his outstanding leadership and service to the nation at different times, especially during his time as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development,” the Governor said in a statement on Sunday.
Governor AbdulRazaq has, however, sent his heartfelt condolences to the people and government of Benue State and to his family and associates.
He prayed to God to give the family the strength to bear the huge loss.
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• Dismisses claims of gubernatorial ambition under ADC.
Former Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, has publicly reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, pledging full commitment to the President’s 2027 re-election campaign.
In a strongly worded statement, Ambode dismissed recent speculations linking him to a governorship ambition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the reports as “false publications” aimed at causing distractions.
“I wish to publicly reaffirm my absolute and unshakable loyalty to the APC, the party under which I had the privilege of serving Lagos State as governor in 2015, and to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, my leader, mentor, and a tireless champion for Nigeria’s progress,” Ambode said.
The former governor praised President Tinubu’s leadership style, describing him as a “proven achiever and result-oriented leader” whose administration has delivered significant reforms in pensions, student loan accessibility, youth empowerment, and national economic growth.
Highlighting key achievements of the Tinubu administration, Ambode pointed to the elimination of fuel scarcity, improved security measures, and policies designed to improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians.
“His focus, determination, and inclusive governance style are restoring hope and delivering tangible results. I am convinced that, given another four years, Nigerians will have even greater reason to celebrate,” Ambode stated.
He urged party faithful and Nigerians at large to ignore political distractions, pledging to work tirelessly to strengthen the APC and ensure President Tinubu’s victory in 2027.
“Let it be clear: I stand solidly with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress. We will work together to ensure victory in 2027 to continue delivering the dividends of democracy to all Nigerians,” Ambode concluded.
Ambode’s declaration comes amid growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the former governor making it clear that his political loyalty remains firmly with the APC and its leader.
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