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Presidency Invites Gov. Emmanuel Over Attacks On APC Members In Akwa Ibom
The Presidency has summoned the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr Udom Emmanuel over repeated cases of violence against APC members in Akwa Ibom State.
The Governor is said to have reported in Aso Rock Villa on Tuesday evening following unease in security circles that if left unchecked the situation may degenerate into full blown crisis.
We gathered that top officials in the Presidency held a meeting with Governor Emmanuel and emphasized the need for him to rise to the occasion as the chief security officer of the state instead of his current partisan posturing.
It would be recalled that members of the APC in Akwa Ibom State have become targets of sponsored violence in recent weeks. Few weeks back unknown gunmen had launched an attack on the country home of Senator Akpabio.
In another incident the governorship candidate of the APC in Akwa Ibom State, Obong Nsima Ekere’s residence was also attacked with a bullet fired into his bedroom through the roof.
The former Special Assistant to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State on Electoral Matters, Barrister Mfon Udeme was also shot by assassins and is lying critically ill in a hospital.
The campaign billboards of President Muhammadu Buhari and Obong Nsima Ekere have also come under attack by agents of the Akwa Ibom State government which led to the recent arrest and detention of the Commissioner for Environment, Dr Iniobong Essien.
Sources at Aso Rock Villa said Governor Emmanuel had pledged to caution members of his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) not to take any action that would threaten the peace of the state.
In a related development, sensing an imminent defeat at the polls next year the Governor is said to have pleaded for soft landing promising that he would work towards the re-election of President Muhammadu Buhari and in return be allowed to go for a second term.
According to an impeccable source who was privy to the meeting, Governor Emmanuel reportedly said that with the recent decampments into the APC, he was not sure of free and fair elections in the state and pleaded that he would do everything within his power to deliver President Muhammadu Buhari in return for being allowed to contest unhindered.
He is said to have been very sobber and pleaded that a deal should be arranged between him and his estranged godfather, Senator Godswill Akpabio. As part of the proposed deal, he is said to have promised that he would sponsor the campaigns for President Buhari in all the States of the South-South.
Our source said the deal was roundly rejected but he was promised that the Presidency won’t interfere in his election, telling him that the decision will be that of Akwa Ibom people. The Governor is said to have left Aso Rock Villa late Thursday evening dejected.
Late Governor Ajimobi’s first child, Bisola is dead!
News filtered in early Thursday, March 27, 2025 that Bisola,42 died after a brief illness in the United Kingdom.
The late woman before her death was the special adviser to the Minister of Budget and Planning, Atiku Bagudu.
Married to Kolapo Kola-Daisi, their marriage is blessed with three children.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recently arrested prominent businesswoman and socialite, Aisha Achimugu, following allegations of fraudulent activities related to a multi-million-naira contract awarded to her company by a South-West state.
Achimugu, who serves as the Chairman of Bluewave Exploration and Production Limited, was detained last weekend after a civil society group filed a petition accusing her of involvement in dubious dealings concerning the contract. She was granted bail the following day but has been instructed to return for further questioning in the coming week.
Beyond her corporate endeavors, Achimugu is well-known in elite circles across Lagos and Abuja. Her social media presence showcases a lavish lifestyle, featuring exotic vacations, exclusive yacht parties, and private jet travels.
This arrest marks a significant challenge for Achimugu, whose business empire and social standing are now under intense public scrutiny. The EFCC’s investigation is ongoing, and the outcome may have far-reaching implications for her career and reputation.
A source hinted that Achimugu was asked by the commission to report back on the 30th of March,2025 for further questioning.
Not really bothered by the investigation, the billionaire days after her arrest launched a 30-day feeding Ramadan programme where she targets the less-privileged.
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The Lagos State House of Assembly convened for a crucial legislative session yesterday, but an unexpected absence stole the spotlight, the ousted Speaker Mudashiru Obasa was nowhere to be seen. The sitting, which focused on key legislative matters and a commendation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership, went on without Obasa, raising eyebrows among lawmakers and political observers alike.
New Speaker Mojisola Meranda presided over the proceedings, ensuring the session ran smoothly. During deliberations, the lawmakers took turns applauding President Tinubu for his strides in governance, particularly his economic and infrastructural policies aimed at revitalizing Lagos and Nigeria as a whole. However, whispers about Obasa’s absence could not be ignored.
Sources within the Assembly remained tight-lipped on the reason for his nonappearance, fueling speculation.
As lawmakers dispersed after the session, the big question lingered where was Obasa? For now, the mystery remains, but all eyes will be on the next sitting to see if the seasoned politician resurfaces.
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