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Abuja-Kaduna train attack: Victims’ complaints against Tukur Mamu supported DSS’ probe – Witness

An investigator with the Department of State Services (DSS) has told a Federal High Court in Abuja that the complaints lodged by rescued victims of the 2022 Abuja-Kaduna bound train attack against alleged terrorist negotiator, Tukur Mamu, supported investigations by the agency.

The DSS official spoke on Tuesday while being cross-examined by Mamu’s lawyer, Johnson Usman (SAN), at the resumed hearing in the terrorism case brought against the alleged terrorist negotiator.

The revelation by the witness, who is the sixth prosecution witness (PW6), was in response to a question by Usman, who had asked the witness to ‘confirm to the court if any of the rescued victims, including the wife of the Commandant, Jaji, made any complaint against the defendant to the DSS.’

Responding, the witness, who wore a mask and testified behind a screen, said some of the victims filed complaints, and one of them was in writing.

At that point, prosecuting lawyer, David Kaswe of the Federal Ministry of Justice, interjected and complained about the mode of questioning being adopted by the defence lawyer.

Kaswe said that, despite an earlier order of the court that the identity of actors in the case, including victims and witnesses, should be protected, Usman was framing his questions in a manner capable of exposing the identity of the categories of people in respect of which the court’s order was made.

In response, Usman argued that none of the names he called was a witness before the court.

He added that although the court actually made an order for trial in camera and for the protection of the identity of the witnesses, the trial should not be conducted in a manner that prejudices the defendant.

When he resumed his testimony, the witness said investigators interviewed six victims of the attack in the course of the investigation.

On whether the six victims were interviewed in the presence of the defendant, the witness said no.

The witness said the audio exhibit tendered by the prosecution was an extract of the transcribed WhatsApp conversation between Mamu and the terrorists.

On whether his team interviewed a former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor (retd.); Major General Idris Garba, and Hannafi of the Directorate of Military Intelligence (DMI), the witness said no.

The witness confirmed that Sheikh Gumi, Gen Abdulkadir, and General Jalingo were also interviewed, but not in the presence of the defendant.

He said members of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) committee were not brought to the DSS facility and interviewed in the presence of the defendant.

The witness gave Exhibit R8 (a statement made by the defendant) and read a portion where Mamu said he is a publisher of a newspaper and a magazine

In another portion, the defendant also said he is a publisher, a media consultant, and a journalist, from which he earns his income.

The witness said investigators, including him, investigated the defendant’s claims of being a publisher, media consultant, and journalist.

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PW6 said they also investigated the defendant’s claim that he was acting with the permission of the authority.

He confirmed that the defendant’s request that every actor in the negotiation be brought together to be interviewed in his presence was not granted.

The witness said he was not part of the search party and did not know if the closed-circuit television (CCTV) in the defendant’s office was among the other valuables recovered from him.

PW6 said he was not among those who reviewed or watched the CCTV.

At the conclusion of the cross-examination, Kaswe told the court that the prosecution would be closing its case with the sixth prosecution witness.

Usman said his client was willing to reveal all that transpired and would elect to enter his defence straight away rather than first making a no-case submission.

He said, “We want to put everything on the table. Let the whole world see. Let God also see.”

Justice Mohammed Umar then adjourned till April 23 for the defendant to open his defence.

January 29, 2026
Ekiti govt targets N8.8trn GDP for 2026

Ekiti State Government has projected a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of N8.8 trillion for the 2026 fiscal year as it unveiled the breakdown of its N415.57bn Budget of Impactful Governance.

The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Mr Femi Ajayi, stated this in Ado-Ekiti during a presentation of the 2026 budget analysis to government officials, financial experts, and other stakeholders.

Ajayi said that the budget was designed to stimulate economic growth through strategic investments in agriculture, education, infrastructure, arts, tourism, and the informal sector.

He noted that the budget was prepared in line with the 2026–2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework and the state’s 30-year Development Plan, saying that the MTEF provided a guide for efficient resource allocation and completion of projects within a medium-term period.

Ajayi explained that the fiscal framework was based on macroeconomic projections with a spending ceiling of ₦570.05bn, adding that the government adopted a zero-based budgeting approach with emphasis on completing ongoing projects to drive economic growth.

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He said that funding for the 2026 budget would come from federal allocation (30 per cent), grants from domestic and foreign development partners (29 per cent), Value Added Tax (19 per cent), state independent revenue (11 per cent), and loans (two per cent).

Ajayi added that recurrent expenditure would be allocated to personnel costs (28 per cent), overheads (28 per cent), grants and subsidies (18 per cent), and debt servicing (0.2 per cent), among others.

On capital expenditure, Ajayi said that 72 per cent would be spent on economic services, 14 per cent on social services, 13 per cent on administrative services, and one per cent on law and justice.

He disclosed that capital spending aligned with the administration’s six pillars would focus on infrastructure and industrial development (57 per cent), agriculture and rural development (22 per cent), governance (nine per cent), human capital development (nine per cent), youth development and job creation (two per cent), and arts, culture and tourism (one per cent).

Ajayi reaffirmed the commitment of the Governor Oyebanji administration to fiscal accountability, transparency, and sustainable growth, adding that safety nets would be provided to cushion the impact of reforms on vulnerable groups.

In his remarks, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr Niyi Adebayo, said the success of previous budgets under the administration was driven by inclusive governance, fiscal transparency, and accountability.

He commended Governor Oyebanji for implementing people-oriented reforms and programmes aimed at accelerating development in the state.

January 29, 2026
Kaduna Mosque dispute: BoT members plan appeal after court dismisses suit against CAC

…Mosque, school, others belong to our community, not Imam – BoT member

…It has been handed over to me – Imam, Tukur

Members of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of Al Manar Education and Development Foundation, proprietors of the Al Manar Juma’at Mosque in Kaduna, have indicated plans to appeal a Federal High Court judgment that dismissed their suit challenging their suspension by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).

Justice Rilwanu Aikawa of the Federal High Court in Kaduna on Thursday struck out the case, ruling that it was improperly filed as a fundamental human rights application.

The court held that the issues raised by the applicants did not fall within the scope of enforceable fundamental rights.

The trustees had approached the court to set aside their suspension by the CAC, arguing that the action was taken without a fair hearing.

Speaking after the judgment, counsel to the applicants, Mas’ud Alabelewe Esq., said his clients filed the suit on the basis that their right to a fair hearing had been violated. He noted that the court, however, took a different legal position.

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Alabelewe said the trustees have applied for the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment to enable a thorough review before deciding on the next legal step, including a possible appeal.

Separately, a suspended BoT member, Alhaji Aliyu Moddibo, said the trustees were likely to approach the Court of Appeal after studying the full ruling, describing the matter as a dispute over the management and future of the foundation’s assets.

When contacted, the Chief Imam, Sheikh Tukur Adam Al-Manar, declined to comment on the court’s decision but rejected claims relating to financial impropriety, stating that he is not a signatory to the foundation’s bank accounts.

He also maintained that the mosque is a Da’awah project entrusted to him by its founders.

January 29, 2026
Tinubu’s reforms restoring global confidence in Nigeria – Shettima

…says foreign participation in certification programme signals renewed trust

…tasks procurement professionals on integrity, transparency

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the ongoing reforms of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are beginning to restore the confidence of the global community in Nigeria, noting that renewed international trust is reflected in growing foreign participation in professional programmes within the country.

Shettima made the assertion on Thursday at the inaugural Convocation Ceremony of the Nigeria Procurement Certification Programme held at the old Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

According to Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima was represented at the event by the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hadejia.

The Vice President said the graduation of the first cohort of certified procurement professionals marked a significant milestone in the implementation of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, stressing that the participation of professionals from outside Nigeria underscored rising confidence in the credibility of the country’s reform efforts.

He noted that a total of 2,100 procurement professionals from Nigeria and other countries were being celebrated, describing the achievement as evidence that Nigeria was consciously positioning itself as a benchmark for excellence in public procurement on the African continent and beyond.

According to Shettima, procurement, once viewed merely as an administrative necessity and often abused, has now assumed a central role in governance under the present administration.

He said the transformation of public resources into roads, hospitals, schools, security infrastructure and social services depends largely on effective procurement, adding that when procurement fails, development suffers and citizens bear the consequences.

The Vice President emphasised that prudent, transparent and strategic management of public resources is not an afterthought for an ambitious nation like Nigeria but the engine room of development under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

He said the quality of infrastructure, the resilience of the healthcare system, the reach of educational institutions, and the confidence of citizens in government are all shaped by the strength of public procurement practices.

Shettima said the Bureau of Public Procurement occupies a central position in the reform process, with responsibilities extending beyond regulation to the cultivation of a professional, ethical, and competent procurement workforce.

Addressing the graduands, the Vice President described them as pioneers with a special responsibility, urging them to allow integrity, transparency, and patriotism to guide their professional conduct.

He told them that their decisions, though not always attracting headlines, would have a direct impact on the lives of citizens across communities and institutions nationwide.

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Shettima congratulated the Bureau of Public Procurement, the leadership of the SPESSE Project, the World Bank, and other development partners, saying the programme would help strengthen institutions, rebuild public trust, and move Nigeria closer to its developmental aspirations.

Earlier, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Procurement, Senator Olajide Ipinsagba, pledged the National Assembly’s support for the sustainability of the Nigeria Procurement Certification Programme, urging the graduands to uphold the highest ethical standards in the discharge of their duties.

He said the programme had laid a solid foundation for a more transparent and progressive public service, positioning procurement as a catalyst for national transformation and development.

In his remarks, the Director General of the Bureau of Public Procurement, Dr Adebowale Adedokun, said the programme was designed to enhance sustainable capacity building and promote a strong procurement culture within Nigeria’s public service.

He disclosed that President Tinubu had approved the full deployment of community-based procurement officers nationwide to align procurement practices with global standards and ensure judicious use of public resources.

Also speaking, National Project Coordinator of the SPESSE Project, Dr Joshua Attah, said the programme marked a historic step towards strengthening accountability in public procurement, adding that Centres of Excellence in Procurement had so far trained over 40,000 candidates through various capacity-building and certification platforms.

World Bank Chief Procurement Officer, Ms Hiba Tahboub, commended the Federal Government for its sustained investment in the procurement function, urging other African countries to emulate Nigeria’s structured approach to professionalising public procurement.

January 29, 2026
Nicki Minaj shows off Trump’s ‘Gold Card’, fast-tracks US citizenship

Trinidad-born rapper Nicki Minaj has received a Trump Gold Card, a high-profile investor visa offering a fast-track path to US residency and citizenship.

The card, which typically requires a $1 million contribution to the US Treasury and a $15,000 processing fee, was shared by Minaj on social media.

She wrote on X, “Residency? Residency? The cope is coping. Finalizing that citizenship paperwork as we speak, as per MY wonderful, gracious, charming President. Thanks to the petition. I wouldn’t have done it without you. Oh, CitizenNIKA, you are the moment. Gold Trump card free of charge.”

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Minaj, who has lived in the US since she was five, has been a lawful permanent resident but not a US citizen.

She recently expressed support for President Donald Trump, calling herself his “number one fan” at an event promoting Trump’s government-backed investment accounts for children.

The Trump Gold Card program has faced criticism for favouring wealthy immigrants, with some arguing it undermines the traditional immigration process.

January 29, 2026
Tinubu urges Nigerians to embrace Akintola’s legacy of courage, unity

…says nation must reject bitterness, embrace bridge-building politics

…reaffirms commitment to inclusive reforms, unity in diversity

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to imbibe the enduring qualities of courage, resilience, unity, and politics of cooperation exemplified by the late Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola, while eschewing bitterness, acrimony, and divisive tendencies in national life.

The President made the call on Thursday through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, who represented him at the 2026 Samuel Akintola Memorial Lecture and the 60th remembrance of the former Premier of Western Nigeria, held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.

President Tinubu, who was the Special Guest of Honour at the event, conveyed his warm greetings to participants and described the memorial lecture, themed Unity in Diversity: Lessons from Chief Ladoke Akintola’s Legacy, as a fitting tribute to one of Nigeria’s foremost nationalists whose life and sacrifice remain central to the country’s historical journey.

According to a statement issued by Special Adviser to the SGF on Media and Publicity, Yomi Odunuga, the President said Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola, like several other leaders of Nigeria’s formative years, paid the ultimate price with his life so that the nation could attain its full potential.

He recalled that the January 15, 1966 military coup extinguished many national leaders in their prime and set Nigeria on a difficult path, but stressed that the country has endured and will continue to prevail as one strong, indivisible and united nation.

President Tinubu reassured Nigerians that, notwithstanding prevailing socio-economic challenges, his administration remains firmly committed to building on the foundations laid by Chief Akintola and other national heroes through reforms, policies and people-oriented initiatives aimed at securing a more sustainable and inclusive prosperity.

He urged Nigerians to exercise patience and understanding as ongoing reforms begin to yield positive outcomes, emphasising that the objectives of government policies are not to make life harder for citizens but to secure a brighter and more stable future for all.

Reflecting on the life and times of Chief Akintola, the President described him as a man of many parts who distinguished himself as a teacher, journalist, legal mind and passionate politician.

He noted that Akintola rose from humble beginnings in Ogbomoso to national prominence, becoming the first Premier of the Western Region in post-independence Nigeria.

The President highlighted Akintola’s service as a federal minister, the first Leader of the Opposition in the Federal Parliament and Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, as well as his contributions to major national institutions such as the University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria Airways and the University of Ife, Ile-Ife., describing Akintola as one of the most astute politicians of his era.

Beyond public office and traditional titles, President Tinubu said Akintola’s greatest legacy lay in his ideals and principles, particularly his advocacy of the politics of cooperation, a bridge-building philosophy that emphasised consensus over conflict and national unity over regional isolation.

He recalled that Akintola consistently urged alignment with the national mainstream and championed equitable distribution of the nation’s wealth to all regions through his doctrine of a fair share.

The President also reflected on the narrative surrounding the January 1966 coup, noting that while allegations of corruption were cited as justification, Chief Akintola stood out as a builder who initiated and completed impactful development projects. He observed that a deeper scholarly examination of public administration in pre-1966 Western Nigeria would further enrich the nation’s historical understanding.

President Tinubu paid tribute to other patriots who lost their lives during the coup, including Sir Ahmadu Bello, Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Chief Festus Okotie-Eboh, and senior military officers, noting that their sacrifices underscore the grave consequences of disunity, distrust, and political intolerance.

Describing Nigeria as a nation of diverse peoples, languages, and faiths, the President stressed that diversity must be harnessed as a source of strength rather than division.

He affirmed that unity in diversity remains the only viable path to lasting peace and progress in a plural society like Nigeria.

Highlighting current efforts to promote inclusive development, President Tinubu pointed to the establishment of Regional Development Commissions across the six geopolitical zones as a deliberate strategy to decentralise development, address region-specific challenges, and ensure that no part of the country is left behind.

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He said the approach reflects Chief Akintola’s philosophy of fairness and equitable distribution of national resources.

The President also underscored the importance of human capital development, particularly education, citing the Nigerian Education Loan Fund as a landmark initiative designed to remove financial barriers to higher education.

He noted that over 600,000 students nationwide have already benefited from interest-free loans under the scheme, describing education as the most potent weapon against poverty, insecurity, and division.

Addressing the people of the South-West, President Tinubu acknowledged the region’s profound contributions to Nigeria’s development and assured that his administration remains attentive to its aspirations for good governance, infrastructure development, economic opportunities, and respect for cultural heritage.

He noted that the South-West Development Commission is operational, with federal projects in power, roads, rail, agribusiness, and innovation being accelerated.

President Tinubu urged Nigerians to draw inspiration from Chief Ladoke Akintola’s legacy of bridge-building, fairness, and patriotism, stressing that the remembrance of past tragedies should serve not to reopen old wounds but to heal them through understanding and a renewed commitment to national unity.

January 29, 2026
NAFRC prepares 718 soldiers for retirement, harps on discipline

To prepare them for post-service and ensure their smooth integration into civil life, the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC), Oshodi, has commenced a six-month intensive training for 718 Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs).

This training, which will run till June, will equip the participating soldiers with entrepreneurial and business management skills, as well as bring them up to speed with relevant technologies in their chosen areas of specialty to enable them function optimally and be financially independent.

Inaugurating the course, NAFRC Commandant, Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Nnaemeka Ilo, charged the participating soldiers to maintain discipline and respect the Nigerian Armed Forces’ social media policy.

He urged them to embrace purposeful learning and adaptability as they prepare for life after active military service.

AVM Ilo described the course as highly competitive and prestigious, adding that it was designed to equip personnel with relevant skills for post-service survival and prosperity.

He explained that the six-month course will feature a robust blend of theoretical and practical training focused on entrepreneurship, self-reliance, job creation, and sustainable living.

According to him, feedback from past participants showed that many graduates of the centre had gone on to become successful entrepreneurs across diverse sectors of the economy, expressing confidence that the current participants would equally emerge competitive and productive in the open market.

He cautioned the participants against underestimating the realities of civil life, describing it as largely unstructured and fiercely competitive when compared to the regimented military environment. Stressing the importance of emotional intelligence and self-control, AVM Ilo advised them to prepare mentally for the differences in work culture, time management, and interpersonal relations outside the military.

Continuing, he admonished the participants to see the course as an investment in their families and themselves, reminding them that they had given over 30 years of their lives to serving the country selflessly.

He underscored the importance of dedication, diligence, and effective time management, noting that optimal use of the training period would largely determine individual success in retirement.

During an interview with a journalist, the Commandant reiterated that efforts had been intensified to modernise training facilities through the introduction of technology and basic Artificial intelligence modules.

He explained that while AI is currently being introduced in phases due to the age profile of participants, it would eventually become a full course for future intakes as part of efforts to align NAFRC with international best practices.

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Earlier, the Director of Training, Brig. -Gen. Isang Akpaumontia revealed that 823 participants were posted for the course, comprising 523 personnel from the Nigerian Army (NA), 122 from the Nigerian Navy (NN), and 178 from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF).

Of this number, he said 718 participants were medically screened and certified fit, documented and accommodated, while 85 were declared unfit and returned to their units for further treatment.

He assured that arrangements had been made to complete the documentation and biometric capture of the affected personnel ahead of graduation.

Brig.-Gen. Akpaumontia reiterated that NAFRC is a world-class institution dedicated to entrepreneurship and management training, as well as consultancy services, aimed at ensuring a seamless reintegration of personnel into contemporary civil society after decades of meritorious service.

He reminded participants that the course was fully residential, urging them to uphold conduct befitting their ranks as senior representatives of their respective services.

January 29, 2026
NELFUND extends 2025/26 loan application deadline to Feb 27

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has extended the loan application deadline for the 2025/2026 academic session from 31 January 2026 to 27 February 2026.

In a statement signed by Director, Strategic Communications, NELFUND, Mrs Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, the agency explained that the extension was aimed at giving prospective applicants additional time to complete and submit their applications, ensuring that no eligible student was excluded due to timing constraints.

Speaking on the extension, Managing Director/CE of NELFUND, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, said, “This extension reflects our commitment to inclusivity and access. We understand that some applicants may require additional time to complete their submissions, and this decision ensures that every eligible Nigerian student has a fair opportunity to benefit from the Fund.”

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The agency encouraged all prospective applicants who have yet to apply or complete their applications to take advantage of the extended deadline and ensure that all required information is submitted on or before 27 February 2026.

“Further information and updates will continue to be shared through NELFUND’s official communication channels,” the statement added.

January 29, 2026
Alaafin’s wife installs community head, seeks peace among residents

Wife of the Alaafin of Oyo, Ayaba Abiwunmi Owoade, has advised the newly installed Baale of Ona-Aka community in Oyo town, Chief Oyedokun Akinade, to build strong networks based on trust and respect, and nurturing a sense of belonging and community identity.

Ayaba Owoade gave the advice in the ancient Palace while conferring chieftaincy of Baale Ona-Aka community on Chief Akinade, urging the new community head to bridge gaps between different groups, ensuring inclusivity, and preventing disparities that can lead to internal conflict.

She said, “You act as an arbitrator in household and community-level disputes, using dialogue and mediation to maintain harmony. You must promote values like tolerance, respect, and compassion, which are essential for a harmonious society.

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“You are the first line of defense in maintaining stability. You must identify early warning signs of conflict and use local mechanisms, such as traditional courts, to resolve disputes. As Baale, you must actively encourage peaceful coexistence, reminding your people that disunity delays development.

“As a community head, you play a foundational role in fostering unity, maintaining peace, and driving development at the grassroots level. You act as vital intermediaries between the Alaafin and the people, leveraging their moral authority to ensure social cohesion, resolve conflicts, and mobilize resources for community betterment”.

Ayaba Owoade, who enjoined the new Baale of Ona- Aka community to always let his loyalty be unflinching to the Alaafin, charged the people of the community to cooperate with their new head and refrain from acts that are detrimental to the progress and development of the community.

January 29, 2026
Ex-Niger Delta agitator urges Tinubu to intervene in rivers political crisis

Former Niger Delta freedom fighter, General Endurance Amagbein, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in the ongoing political dispute between Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, to restore peace and unity.

In a statement issued in Abuja, Amagbein warned that the crisis could escalate if urgent steps are not taken, stressing the need for timely political reconciliation to prevent further instability.

He said the Rivers political situation has reached a stage where only President Tinubu can broker an amicable resolution that would allow the parties to reconcile and work together ahead of the 2027 elections.

Amagbein, popularly known as “Adaka Boro the Second,” also appealed to Governor Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to set aside their differences and adopt a reconciliatory approach in resolving the crisis.

He argued that the rift is being exploited by individuals pursuing personal interests, diverting public attention and resources away from governance and development in Rivers State.

According to him, resolving the impasse would help refocus attention on critical sectors of the state and curb actions that may undermine public interest.

“Wike and Fubara should join forces to promote President Tinubu’s 2027 agenda, and not to allow crisis-mongers to destabilize Rivers State.”

“Some of these crisis mongers are not from Rivers State, but they have infiltrated the system and positioned their agents in the politics sector of Rivers State, whom they are using to add fuel to the fire.”

“It’s about time critical stakeholders stepped in to preach peace to all the parties involved in this war.”

“I also want to call on King Asari Dokubo and King Ateke Tom to be vigilant and study the situation keenly and not allow anybody from another state to destabilize their domains,” he said.

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Amagbein also cautioned Ijaw youths against taking sides with either Wike or Fubara, as their differences can be resolved, but rather support the interest of Rivers State for the overall good of the people.

He said supporting one side of the divide against the other will not result in any good because the impasse is a mere misunderstanding between a father and his son.

According to him, “Some persons are planning to use this crisis as an avenue to frustrate Tinubu’s chances of winning the 2027 presidential elections in Rivers State, and so Wike and Fubara should reconcile and come to terms to put the enemies of the Tinubu Government to shame.”

Amagbein said for some people, the only way they benefit from any government is through crisis, and that is very common in Rivers State.

He said the crisis has lingered because of people who don’t mean well for both Wike and Fubara, who are close to them, giving them evil counsel, rather than preaching peace.

He also urged the Rivers State House of Assembly to give peace a chance for the overall good of the citizens.

January 29, 2026