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Tinubu Celebrates El-Rufai at 65, Praises His Role in Governance and APC
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, on his 65th birthday.
In a statement released on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu lauded El-Rufai’s unwavering dedication to governance, democracy, and national development.
El-Rufai, renowned for his resourcefulness and brilliance, has held several pivotal roles in Nigeria’s political landscape.
He served as the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises and as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from 2003 to 2007, where he spearheaded significant reforms.
Later, he governed Kaduna State for two terms, implementing policies that have left a lasting impact on the region.
As a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), El-Rufai played a crucial role in the party’s formation and its subsequent successes in the 2015, 2019, and 2023 elections.
President Tinubu commended his efforts, stating, “President Tinubu celebrates Mallam El-Rufai on this occasion and commends his endeavours for democracy; his meritorious service to the nation, and mentorship of the younger generation.”
The President also acknowledged El-Rufai’s mentorship of emerging leaders and his continuous service to the nation. He wished him good health and strength, emphasizing the importance of his ongoing contributions to Nigeria’s progress.
A viral clip has made its way online showing a police officer in Delta State shooting a suspect who had already been restrained.
It can be noted that the suspect was pleading, claiming he had been framed and deceived, and said he would lead them to the right place.
However, while he was pleading, the police officer shot him. The officer later stated that the suspect was armed with a gun.
It was later revealed that the police officer has been arrested, as it is against the law to shoot a restrained suspect.
It was reported by the Kogi State Government that 24 children were abducted from an orphanage home. It was shared that this happened on the 26th of April, Sunday, and gunmen were seen in the area that day.
The information was shared by the Commissioner of Information, Kingsley Fanwo, who shared this sad news and described it as unfortunate.
“We condemn in strong terms the abduction of innocent children from an orphanage, the government is working closely with security operatives to ensure their safe return,”
Ghanaian media personality Afia Schwarzenegger speaks on the xenophobia issues occurring around Africans in South Africa.
She stated that Ghana is not the same as Nigeria and shared that if such issues happen to Ghanaians in South Africa, they will speak up and not keep quiet. She added that they will react.
“Ghana is not like Nigeria and we won’t hesitate to return the stupid favour.”
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