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Peter Obi Calls for Unity and Urgent Action to Tackle Insecurity After Borno Attack
Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate, has reacted to the recent terrorist attack in Borno State, which claimed several lives and left many missing.
Speaking through his official X handle, Obi described the incident as a grim reminder of the urgent need to tackle insecurity in Nigeria.
He called on the government to intensify efforts to secure the nation and ensure the perpetrators of the heinous act are brought to justice.
He emphasized the need for adequate support for security personnel who risk their lives on the frontlines.
According to him, they must be well-equipped, motivated, and provided with the necessary resources to combat terrorism effectively.
He urged Nigerians to rise above political differences and work together to confront the menace of terrorism.
Also, he called on community leaders, religious leaders, civil society organizations, and citizens to collaborate in finding lasting solutions to the security challenges.
Addressing the grieving families, Obi expressed sympathy, acknowledging that no words could truly convey the depth of their pain.
He assured them that their sorrow is shared by all Nigerians and extended his thoughts and prayers to them during this difficult time.
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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