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Obasanjo Dismisses Igbo Paternity Rumors, Backs Market
After years of leaving rumors unaddressed, former President Olusegun Obasanjo has finally responded to claims that his paternity is rooted in the Igbo ethnic group from Anambra State.
Speaking during a meeting with the leadership of the Ndigbo Amaka Progressive Market Association at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Obasanjo dismissed the rumors, saying they merely make him laugh. He emphasized that no Nigerian should feel unwelcome in any part of the country, stressing the importance of unity.
During the meeting, Obasanjo also discussed the group’s plans to establish the Owerri Central Market, a project that has been in consideration since the creation of Imo State. He expressed his support for the initiative and his willingness to lead the marketing efforts, noting that the market could become the best of its kind in the country. Obasanjo also appreciated the interest and support shown by the governor, expressing confidence in the project’s success.
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LAWMA, KAI Sustain Enforcement Against Illegal Traders in Lagos
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), in collaboration with the Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI), has continued its enforcement operations against illegal street trading and activities affecting public spaces across Lagos.
The latest operation was carried out at Costain Under Bridge and Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), where officials monitored previously cleared areas and dislodged traders attempting to return to road corridors and other unauthorised locations.
The operation forms part of efforts to keep major Lagos corridors clean, accessible and orderly, particularly areas with heavy pedestrian and vehicular movement.
LAWMA said it would continue working with relevant government agencies to address activities that undermine environmental standards and public order.
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Police Explain Arrest of Five Men Wearing ‘Tinubu Must Go’ T-Shirts, Reveals Reason
The Borno State Police Command has explained the arrest of five men who were reportedly found wearing T-shirts bearing the inscription “Tinubu Must Go.”
The police clarified that the suspects were not arrested simply because they were wearing the shirts, but were allegedly found in possession of suspected illegal drugs and other items. According to the police, the suspects were found with: 15 wraps of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, 100 tablets suspected to be D5, One shisha pot, One pair of scissors & Two T-shirts bearing the inscription “Tinubu Must Go”
The command said the suspects were subjected to preliminary investigation before the case was taken to court.
“The Command wishes to categorically state that the Nigeria Police Force is a professional, non-partisan institution and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of political affiliation or viewpoint,” the statement read.
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RMD Advises Nigerians to Contribute to Solving the Country’s Problems
Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker Richard Mofe-Damijo, famously known as RMD, has advised Nigerians to focus on providing solutions to the country’s problems rather than simply criticising them.
He advised that Nigerians can do more than criticise, as they can also contribute to solving problems and helping to improve the country.
RMD made the remarks at the 2026 Pivot Nigeria Conference in Lagos, themed “The Reputation Dividend: Who Pays for Nigeria’s Perception?”
“There are problems, but we need to fix them. Don’t stand and just criticise and propose no solution, Just remember who you are. You are an ambassador, not just for yourself, your parents or your school, but ultimately for your country,” he added.
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