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Peter Obi Expresses Deep Sadness Over Yobe State Killings
Yobe State, Nigeria – Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has expressed his deep sadness over the recent killing of innocent civilians in Mafia Village, Tarmuwa Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The tragic incident, which saw several people brutally murdered, has once again highlighted the deteriorating security situation in the country.
In a statement, Obi condemned the horrific violence, calling it a “stark reminder” of the seriousness of Nigeria’s security challenges.
He emphasized that the continuous loss of innocent lives through killings, maiming, and displacement is a clear indication that the nation’s security framework is failing.
“We must acknowledge this reality and take bold steps,” Obi stated. He reiterated his long-standing stance on the need to declare war on insecurity before it spirals further out of control.
According to him, the current security architecture requires a paradigm shift to effectively address the growing threat to the lives and safety of Nigerians.
The tragic killings in Yobe State have once again brought the country’s ongoing struggle with insecurity to the forefront, with many calling for urgent reforms and actions to ensure the safety of citizens.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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