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180 House Members Endorse Motion for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release
In a recent development, 180 members of the minority caucus in the 10th House of Representatives have endorsed a motion put forward by lawmaker Obi Aguocha calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Aguocha, who represents the Ikwuano, Umuahia North, and Umuahia South Federal Constituency, shared this decision during a caucus meeting on Monday.
He urged his colleagues to take a definitive stand on the ongoing discussions surrounding Kanu and to seek a political resolution to this pressing issue.
This move by the caucus follows Aguocha’s recent engagement with former President Muhammadu Buhari and his successful efforts to rally support from 50 colleagues across various political parties as well as the southeast caucus of the National Assembly.
In his speech, Aguocha stressed the need for unity within the minority caucus, asserting that resolving Kanu’s case is critical for maintaining national peace, stability, and unity.
He advocated for immediate and strategic dialogue with relevant stakeholders to pursue a peaceful and political resolution to the situation, which holds significant implications for Nigeria’s socio-political landscape.
Aguocha highlighted the advantages of addressing the situation through dialogue and reconciliation rather than extending legal processes or confrontation.
He believes that a political solution could lead to improved national integration and restore trust among different communities.
He remarked, “Today, the opposition parties have taken a decisive stance on issues including Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, planned protests, security concerns, deteriorating infrastructure, and economic challenges.”
The endorsement of Aguocha’s motion reflects the collective stance of the minority caucus, which includes members from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with 115 seats, the Labour Party (LP) with 35 seats, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) with 19 seats, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) with 5 seats, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) with 2 seats, the Young Progressives Party (YPP) with 2 seats, and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) with 2 seats.
This call to action underscores the critical role legislative bodies play in promoting peace and stability within the nation.
The caucus remains dedicated to advancing initiatives that foster justice, equity, and harmonious coexistence throughout Nigeria.
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“When we were still paying subsidies, there were no long queues. We were subsidising. So you can still have a subsidy regime going on, and there will be no long queues because production was close by. Dangote had it. That’s just it. That argument also falls flat.
“The biggest beneficiaries of subsidy are not Nigerians. They are crony capitalists that have big infrastructure, and they do contracts. They have been the biggest beneficiaries of the subsidy,” he said.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu, speaks to those in the electricity sector about the usual blackouts in the state.
He speaks on ways things can change in the state and how electricity can be provided.
“We need to drop corporate egos, abandon long-standing excuses, and confront the harsh realities obstructing progress in the power sector.”
“We, state governments, used to give excuses that everything is centralised, so the Federal Government has unbundled it now. What have we done in a year and a half?” Sanwo-Olu asked.
“We take two steps forward, we go five steps backward,” he said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day for public servants in the state to mark the Isese Festival.
Speaking on the celebration, he said “Ìṣẹ̀ṣe is not a relic. It is a living expression of our traditions and a celebration of Yoruba spirituality as an important part of Nigeria’s cultural and religious landscape,” he said.
He added “When the drums sound in Lagos on Thursday, they answer drums in Havana, in Salvador, in Port of Spain. Fifty-five million people and counting. Lagos is not observing a local holiday. Lagos is standing at the centre of a global heritage,” Aregbe said.
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