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  • Tinubu, Atiku, Kwakwanso, others to grace Ladoja’s coronation

    Tinubu, Atiku, Kwakwanso, others to grace Ladoja’s coronation

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, former Kano  Governor, Rabiu Kwakwanso and others are part of dignitaries expected at the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Rasidi Ladoja.

    Tinubu and Ladoja served at the Senate during the aborted third Republic. Aside that, while Tinubu was serving his second term as Lagos State Governor, Ladoja was also serving as Oyo Governor.

    Ladoja is billed to be installed as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland next Friday at the historic Mapo Hall, Ibadan.

    Oba Ladoja, few days ago while recieving some visitors who came to paid him courtesy visit at his Bodija residence, said  Tinubu and other top dignitaries have  promised to be in attendance at his coronation.

    Chairman of the Coronation Committee of the 44th Olubadan, Chief Bayo Oyero while speaking with journalists during a press conference held at Olubadan Palace in Oke-Aremo, Ibadan also confirmed that President Tinubu and other top eminent personalities would be in attendance at the coronation of the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.

    Oyero described installation of Ladoja as the new Olubadan as a great cultural and historical significant, adding that the installation will not just be a coronation but reaffirmation of unique and timeless chieftaincy system of Ibadanland.

    He said Ibadan succession process is a testament to it’s democratic and orderly tradition, a system that has ensured peace and stability for generation.

    He said: “The ascension of Oba Ladoja is a journey of many years back, a path meticulously followed and guided by the wisdom of the ancestors.”

    He noted that Ladoja, being a former Senator, Governor, and now Olubadan will be equipped with unique understanding of the grassroots to the corridor of power.

    He however said Ibadan people are confident that Ladoja would bring his wealth of experience to the throne, leading Ibadanland into a new era of progress, peace and prosperity.

    Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo described Olubadan stool as a revered stool and pride cultural identity not just to Ibadanland, but Yorubaland and Nigeria as a whole.

    He said Ladoja’s coronation signified unity, peace and fundamental celebration of Yoruba heritage.

  • Onuesoke faults Kwakwanso’ claim on Tinubu’s alleged marginalisation of North

    Onuesoke faults Kwakwanso’ claim on Tinubu’s alleged marginalisation of North

    Chairman/ CEO of DAS Energy Services Limited, Chief Sunny Onuesoke has faulted  Senator Rabiu Kwakwanso’s claim  that President  Bola Tinubu is marginalizing the Northern  part of Nigeria.

    Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the NNPP, while speaking during a Stakeholders’ Dialogue on the 2025 Constitutional Amendment organised by the Kano State government, accused Tinubu’s administration of sidelining the northern region.

    He alleged that national resources are being disproportionately channeled towards developing the South, the President’s home region, just as  he attributed rising poverty and insecurity  as well as deteriorating infrastructure to the neglect of the region by the Tinubu’s administration.

    Reacting to Kwankwaso’s alleged claim, while responding to questions from journalists at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja on the issue,  Onuesoke, a prominent Delta political analyst  described the assertion as misleading and politically motivated.  

    He argued that Tinubu has in fact demonstrated a national outlook in appointments and development initiatives, with the North not left out.

    Onuesoke pointed out that  records available to Nigerians revealed that the Federal government has even executed more  projects in the North than in the South, adding that  when a former Senator Kwankwaso makes such farfetched allegation, one begins to wonder what he intends to achieve.

    On Infrastructure and investments, Onuesoke argued Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda has delivered targeted infrastructure across the north, such as the Abuja–Kaduna–Zaria–Kano Expressway to  enhancing connectivity from Abuja into the North which  includes airport linkage in Kano, major rural and agricultural road projects flagged off across Northern states.

    “The Greater Abuja Water Supply Network (Loops 1, 2, 5, and 6) was recently inaugurated, designed to serve districts across FCT including its Northern corridor. These projects underscores equitable public service access under Tinubu’s administration.

    “President  Tinubu has not marginalised the North,  rather he has made  strategic appointments and tangible infrastructure efforts across the region from rail connectivity and major highways to water supply systems. His administration is actively fostering unity, equity, and development in line with Nigeria’s constitutional Federal Character principle.

     “It is unfortunate that some leaders use ethnic or regional sentiments to push personal political agendas. If you look critically at Tinubu’s key appointments and projects, the North has benefited significantly. From ministerial positions to key security and economic roles, Northerners are strongly represented,” Onuesoke noted.

    Onuesoke, who was former Delta gubernatorial aspirants, urged national leaders to promote unity rather than stoke regional division, especially at a time when the country needs healing and cooperation across all zones.

    While emphasising on the importance of leaders focusing on performance and accountability rather than using the narrative of marginalization for political leverage, Onuesoke urged   President Tinubu to stay focused on delivering good governance, warning that playing to regional pressures could derail efforts to reposition Nigeria.

    “I call on Nigerians, including Kwankwaso to “reject divisive rhetoric, and embrace factual dialogue, and support a government that spans the entire nation in vision and implementation,” he advised.

  • Kwankwaso misinformed Nigerians on Tinubu’s tax reforms, says group

    Kwankwaso misinformed Nigerians on Tinubu’s tax reforms, says group

    A political support group, Nationwide Agenda for Tinubu (NAT), has criticised a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, for allegedly misinforming Nigerians about President Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills before the National Assembly.

    It said: “Kwankwaso’s comments while addressing students of Skyline University during their convocation in Kano recently, demonstrate either a lack of understanding of the tax reforms or a deliberate attempt to politicize President Tinubu’svisionary initiative. 

    “It is evident that Senator Kwankwaso is still grappling with the fallout from his abysmal performance in the 2023 presidential elections. This lingering disappointment seems to have influenced his repeated reliance on divisive rhetoric and unfounded accusations against the administration of President Tinubu.

    “Rather than engaging in constructive dialogue or offering meaningful contributions to national development, Kwankwaso appears to have chosen a path aimed at inciting division and casting aspersions on initiatives designed to benefit all Nigerians. Such actions are not only unhelpful but also risk undermining the unity and progress of the country at a critical time when inclusive leadership and national cohesion are paramount.

    “President Tinubu’s tax reforms are a necessary step toward addressing the economic challenges facing the country and ensuring equitable development for all Nigerians, including those in the north especially the President’s initiative to tackle the disproportionate distribution of revenues from the Value Added Tax to all 36 states of the Federation and the FCT. 

    “It is unfortunate that former Governor Kwankwasochose to use the platform of the convocation to mislead the youth by claiming that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheming to undermine the economy of the north through his tax reforms.

    “Rather than presenting the facts, Kwankwasoneglected to tell the students the truth: that currently, 70% of Value-Added Tax (VAT) proceeds are allocated to just Lagos, Rivers, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) with the other 34 states left with the short end of the stick simply because of the provision in the Act that says chunk of VAT goes to states where the headquarters of companies are located and not where goods are consumed. President Tinubu’sreforms aim to address this imbalance and ensure fairness for the remaining 34 states, including northern states, by promoting equitable distribution of the Value Added Tax. 

    “Such reforms are a critical step toward national economic justice and inclusivity, and it is imperative for leaders to educate, not misinform, the public, especially the youth, on these important issues.

    “However, due to the influence of toxic politics, Kwankwaso chose not to inform the students of Skyline University about other important provisions of the tax reforms, especially the introduction of critical Value-Added Tax (VAT) exemptions for essential items that directly impact the daily lives of Nigerians, including food, healthcare, education, and transportation. These exemptions are a clear demonstration of President Tinubu’s commitment to alleviating the cost of living for ordinary citizens across the country. 

    “It is regrettable that instead of providing students with the full and accurate picture of these positive reforms, Kwankwaso resorted to politicizing the issue, depriving the youth of a clearer understanding of policies that aim to improve their lives and futures. 

    “President Tinubu deserves nothing but accolades for the bold and visionary initiatives he is implementing to promote balanced development across all regions of Nigeria. However, such progress has clearly rattled individuals like Senator Kwankwaso, who, instead of supporting national development, resort to desperate measures to mislead and misinform the public. Kwankwaso’s attempts to hoodwink gullible Nigerians through divisive rhetoric only serve to undermine the collective effort toward a more prosperous and unified Nigeria.

    “The focus must remain on supporting President Tinubu’s reforms, which are designed to uplift every part of the country, and ensuring that all citizens, regardless of their region, experience the benefits of true national progress.

    “We urge the people of Northern Nigeria to disregard the unfounded claims and divisive rhetoric being spread by Kwankwaso against President Tinubu. Kwankwaso’s reaction to the President’s visionary initiatives, particularly the Tax reforms, reflects a misguided attempt to misinform the public and undermine efforts aimed at fostering fairness, unity, and national development.”