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Lagos APC Applauds Tinubu’s Security Emergency Declaration – A Courageous, Strategic Offensive To Secure Nigeria

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Mogaji (Hon) Seye Oladejo

The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) wholeheartedly commends President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his bold declaration of a national security emergency and the approval of an additional 20,000 new police recruits – a historic measure that brings the total security intake under his administration to an unprecedented 50,000 new personnel, following the earlier recruitment approval of 30,000 officers.

This is leadership in its purest form – decisive, courageous, and unflinchingly focused on restoring peace and stability across Nigeria.

Tinubu Calls for Legislative Action – A Complete Rethink of National Security

In a move that is not only unprecedented but also reinforces his commitment to comprehensive security reforms, President Tinubu has also called on the National Assembly to urgently review existing laws to empower states to establish state police where necessary.

This is a clear departure from decades of lip-service paid to decentralised policing. President Tinubu is not only confronting insecurity with manpower and resources; he is restructuring the very foundations of Nigeria’s policing architecture to meet the realities of modern threats.

No President in recent history has shown this level of boldness and clarity in tackling long-standing constitutional bottlenecks that have hampered security enforcement at sub-national levels.

A Government of Action, Not Excuses

The recruitment of 20,000 new officers – now totalling 50,000 under Tinubu – signifies:
• A reinvigorated national security posture
• A decisive shift from reactive to offensive operations
• A government willing to take hard decisions for the safety of its people

While habitual critics trade in alarmism, President Tinubu is expanding capacity, reinforcing intelligence, and strengthening the boots-on-ground required to overwhelm criminal cartels and their enablers.

This is the type of strategic leadership Nigeria has long needed – and now has.

The Opposition Can Take Notes

Those who left Nigeria vulnerable through negligence, mismanagement, and incompetence should be the last to question a President who is doing what they never attempted.

They never recruited at this scale.
They never reformed at this depth.
They never summoned the courage to push for state policing.

President Tinubu is rebuilding what they recklessly dismantled.

A Turning Point in the War Against Insecurity

With a combined intake of 50,000 officers, strengthened intelligence coordination, and potential constitutional reform to establish state police, Nigeria is entering a decisive phase in its security evolution.

This is more than a policy –
it is a national reset.

Lagos APC’s Final Word

Nigeria is in safe hands.
Nigeria is protected by a President who leads with vision and courage.
Nigeria is advancing toward a future where security is guaranteed, not gambled with.

The Lagos APC proudly stands with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he takes bold, historic steps to secure every Nigerian, in every state, without exception.

 

Mogaji (Hon) Seye Oladejo
Lagos APC Spokesman

Jakande Felicitates With Senator Adebule On Her Birthday.

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Emmanuel lkpeama 

Lagos, Nigeria -The Executive Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA,Hon Seyi Jakande has celebrated Senator Idiat Oluranti Adebule, representing Lagos West Senatorial District on her special day, which marks another year of her  dedication,hard work,and commitment to public service.

In a heartfelt tribute, Hon Seyi Jakande, Executive Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA, praised Senator Adebule’s unwavering commitment to empowering the vulnerable and championing progress in Lagos West Senatorial District.

“Your unwavering dedication to empowering the vulnerable and championing progress in your senatorial district is a testament to your unshakeable commitment to excellence.”

“You’ve broken ceilings, inspired women and leaders, and built a legacy that will endure for generations.”Jakande said, highlighting Adebule’s remarkable achievements and impact on the community.

He went further to wish Senator Adebule another year of wisdom, joy, and triumphs.

“May your legacy continue to inspire and uplift generations to come”he submitted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

APC Unveils Schedule For Kogi LG Election,Pledges Transparent Process.

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Emmanuel lkpeama 

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State has released the schedule of activities for the upcoming Local Government Elections, assuring aspirants and party members of a free, fair, and transparent process.

Addressing journalists in Lokoja, APC Chairman Hon. (Dr.) Abdullahi Bello emphasized the party’s commitment to upholding the guidelines set by the APC and the Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC).

He stressed that every aspirant will be given a level playing ground, and complaints and clarifications will be handled openly throughout the exercise, stressing that,as a party of inclusiveness, he is encouraging all interested members to participate without fear or intimidation.

Bello expressed appreciation to party members and citizens for their support for Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s administration, attributing the government’s achievements to their cooperation and solidarity.

“The successes recorded so far are a direct result of the love and commitment of our members who have stood firmly with the leadership,” he stated.

The APC Chairman reaffirmed the Ododo’s administration focus on delivering dividends of democracy across the state, irrespective of political affiliations, emphasizing that Kogi State is “one family and one people.”

As the election approaches, Bello urged aspirants and supporters to conduct themselves peacefully, warning against acrimony and bitterness.

“At the end of the process, there will be no victor and no vanquished. The people of Kogi State will be the ultimate winners,” he said.

The party called for vigilance, unity, and adherence to its ideals as preparations intensify ahead of the polls.

The scheduled activities align with SIEC’s official timetable for the elections.

 

 

 

 

 

Governor Soludo’s Gear 3.0 Budget: Anambra’s Road To Greatness 

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By Christian ABURIME

Still fresh from his recent re-election, Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo on Tuesday 25, November 2025, stood before the Anambra State House of Assembly to present the 2026 Budget of ₦757.9 billion that will herald his second term.

It is a significant 24% increase over the previous year and the most ambitious capital-heavy budget in the state’s recent history. Rightly tagged “Changing Gears 3.0: Solution Continues,” the proposal is more than a financial blueprint; it is an emphatic declaration that Anambra’s renaissance is now accelerating, not pausing at all.

Buoyed by an unprecedented 73% landslide re-election victory, the loudest democratic endorsement in the state’s history, Governor Soludo has turned the renewed mandate into rocket fuel. Where the first term laid unbreakable foundations, the second term promises to raise an entirely new skyline.

The numbers speak for themselves: 79% of the 2026 budget (₦595.3 billion) is devoted to capital projects, such as roads, bridges, new cities, schools, hospitals, digital hubs, and industrial zones, while recurrent spending is held to a disciplined 21%.

This 79:21 capital-to-recurrent ratio reaffirms Governor Soludo’s acclaimed fiscal prudence and proves a deliberate choice to build tomorrow rather than consume today. Duly rated on verifiable indices, Anambra now ranks number one in Nigeria for fiscal transparency and fiscal sustainability, proof that frugality and vision can co-exist.

Of course, ratings would be pointless without impact. In Anambra today, the physical transformation is already breathtaking. Over 900 kilometres of roads are under construction, 600 km already asphalted in just 44 months, an average of 14 km of brand-new, high-quality roads every month.

Eight bridges, the iconic Aroma Link Bridge, the completed Ekwulobia Flyover, and the new ‘Light House’ Government House and Governor’s Lodge have ended decades of infrastructural deficit.

The Solution Fun City, now West Africa’s largest leisure and entertainment complex in Awka, welcomed over 100,000 visitors in its first three months. A 10-storey five-star hotel, a continental-scale shopping mall, Agulu Lake Beach Resort, and Awka City Park are all racing towards completion. Surely, the African Dubai-Taiwan-Silicon visualisation of Anambra is taking shape.

Yet, Governor Soludo’s vision goes far beyond concrete and steel, fun and fanfare. In education, the revolution is historic: 8,115 new teachers have been hired so far, public-school enrolment has gone up 47% in secondary and 27% in primary, and Anambra now boasts the lowest out-of-school-children rate in Nigeria! Twenty-two smart schools are fully operational, public schools are sweeping national awards, and mission schools receive over ₦1.2 billion monthly in salary support. In 2026, the state will build brand-new model primary schools in 30 communities that have never had one and establish two new specialist tertiary institutions.

Healthcare tells a similar story of compassion and competence. Ndi Anambra have enjoyed free antenatal care and delivery for 161,197 women with zero maternal mortality, plus 594 free caesarean sections.

Four of the five new general hospitals have been commissioned in areas where there were none, 326 Primary Health Centres are being moderniaed with solar power and boreholes, a new Trauma Centre is completed, and an Oncology-specialist teaching hospital is on the way.

The youth are the beating heart of Governor Soludo’s Solution agenda. The One Youth, Two Skills programme has already graduated 13,300 “young millionaires.”

Nearly 100,000 youths have received digital training, and the iconic Solution Innovation District, Anambra’s own Silicon Valley, is nearing completion. In 2026, the programme will scale even further, consolidating Anambra’s place as Nigeria’s emerging tech-talent powerhouse.

Security, once a dark cloud over the state, has been banished. From the nightmare of 2021-2022, Anambra is now widely regarded as one of the safest, if not the safest, states in Nigeria.

Criminality, touting, and cultism have been met with zero tolerance, and normalcy has returned even to formerly troubled zones where unknown gunmen held sway.

Looking ahead, 2026 will see the commencement of the Anambra Mixed-Use Industrial City, the take-off of three new urban centres, namely Awka 2.0, Greater Niger, and the Aerotropolis/New Industrial-Commercial City, and the aggressive pursuit of PPP funding for the state’s Rail Masterplan. Clean water schemes will expand, the Anambra Electricity Market will open to massive private investment, and tens of thousands of poor households will receive free high-value economic seedlings and micro-grants.

Thus, going by his 2026 budget proposal, Governor Soludo’s message is crystal clear: there is no room for excuses. Even with a volatile macroeconomic environment and a naira whose purchasing power has been battered by inflation, Anambra refuses to slow down.

Every kobo will be accounted for, every project will be executed with speed and excellence, and every community, urban or rural, rich or poor, will feel the touch of progress.

Anambra State is no longer just rising. Right under Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s focused, disciplined, and intentional leadership, it is sprinting towards its destiny as a livable, prosperous, smart mega city that will make every Ndi Anambra’s son and daughter proud.

Yes, the Solution continues. Truly, the journey is accelerating. And the best, as the Governor promised, is yet to come.

Kogi East Elites Forum Slams Senator Karimi Over Comments On Governor Ododo

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Emmanuel lkpeama the 

A political interest group, the Kogi East Elites Forum, has criticized Senator Sunday Karimi, representing Kogi West, for his recent comments at the 2025 Kabba Day Celebration, calling them “unguided” and threatening to the state’s peace and unity.

In a statement, the forum’s spokesperson, Alhaji Abubakar Yakubu Rajab, distanced Kogi East from any plans to oust Governor Usman Ododo from office in 2027, contrary to Karimi’s claims.

The group labeled Karimi a “deceptive agent” and urged Kogites to disregard his statements.

“As a federal lawmaker, Karimi is supposed to be mindful of his utterances and not say or do anything to overheat the polity. ”

“The people of Kogi East are not dullards; we clearly know what is good for us and what is good for Kogi State as a whole.”

“In furtherance of this admonition, Kogites should be wary of deceptive agents like Karimi ahead of the 2027 general elections because he is positioning himself for his own interest, not the interest of the good people of Kogi West and Kogi State.””the statement reads.

The Elites Forum reaffirmed its support for Governor Ododo, citing his exceptional leadership, humility, and administrative acumen.

They highlighted his achievements, including free education, infrastructure development, and efforts to combat insecurity.

“The forum would like to make it abundantly clear to Senator Karimi that his statements are mere figments of his imagination, as Kogi State is now resolute and united behind His Excellency, Ahmed Usman Ododo, and President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, come 2027.”

“Our Governor has displayed the highest level of humility, responsiveness, and exceptional administrative acumen”

“Through his resilience, the Governor is working to establish industrial parks and free trade zones to catalyze industrialization; the airport project design has been completed in record time; the ongoing construction of an international market in Lokoja will boost commercial activities and generate employment for our teeming youths”

“His landmark introduction of free education; revitalization and equipping of primary health care centers across the state; prompt payment of salaries to civil servants and pensions to retirees; scholarships to students in tertiary institutions; infrastructure development in roads, water, and educational sectors; and his sincere fight against insecurity is second to none.”they stated.

The group urged President Bola Tinubu to ignore Karimi’s divisive tendencies, emphasizing that the Senatorial Districts in Kogi State are not at odds.

They also called on the people of Kogi State to ensure Governor Ododo completes his constitutional tenure of eight years.

 

 

Soludo Unveils N757.88 Billion Budget To Anambra Assembly.

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Onyebuchi Onwuchekwa 

Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has presented a N757.88 billion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly.

The budget, titled “Changing Gears 3.0: Solution Continues”, focuses on consolidating legacy projects and driving economic transformation.

 

The proposed budget represents a 24.1% increase over the 2025 budget of N606.99 billion. Recurrent expenditure is projected at N162.6 billion, while capital expenditure stands at N595.3 billion, accounting for 79% of the total budget size.

Soludo emphasized that the budget is anchored on the five pillars of his manifesto: Security, Law and Order; Infrastructure and Economic Transformation; Human Capital and Social Agenda; Governance and New Value System; and Environmental Sustainability.

According to the governor, the 2026 budget reflects his administration’s intensified focus on execution, with capital expenditure projected at ₦595.3 billion (79% of the total budget) and recurrent expenditure at ₦162.6 billion (21%). This marks a year-on-year growth of 26.3% in capital expenditure and 16.6% in recurrent expenditure.

The budget deficit is estimated at ₦225.7 billion, or 29.8% of the total budget, and is expected to be financed, if necessary, through hybrid options, including potential privatisation proceeds, increased internally generated revenue (IGR), and concessionary borrowing primarily for bankable projects.

“Since the beginning of this administration, we have not borrowed to finance budget deficits, and depending on the pace of execution in 2026, we may still not need to borrow,” Soludo said.

Highlighting sectoral priorities, the governor noted year-on-year increases in key areas: Administrative Sector (12.2%), Economic Sector (26.7%), Social Sector (31.4%), Education (46.9%), Health (13%), and Infrastructure Investments (27.7%).

He said the increases reflect the government’s commitment to strengthening human capital, boosting economic growth, expanding critical infrastructure, and enhancing the well-being of Ndi Anambra.

Soludo said at least 70% of the 2026 budget is allocated to security, law and order, infrastructure, economic transformation, and human capital development, underlining their importance to the state’s long-term development trajectory.

Governor Soludo presenting the 2026 budget at the Anambra State House of Assembly

 

On infrastructure, the governor stated that the government would continue its transport revolution, including building and dualising strategic roads, bridges, and flyovers, expanding mass transit systems, developing new jetties, and acquiring boats for safer waterway transport. A Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model is also being explored for the state’s rail master plan.

The governor went further to outline plans for the development of three new cities: Awka 2.0, Greater Niger, and the Aerotropolis/New Industrial-Commercial City, with the construction of the Anambra Mixed-Use Industrial City commencing in 2026 as a signal of the next phase of industrial transformation.

 

Again,Bandits Abducts  11 Residents In Kwara.

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Tunde Omoniyi.

Bandits have struck the Isapa community of Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, abducting 11 residents. 

The gunmen, numbering more than 20, stormed the community with a large herd of cattle on Monday, firing shots indiscriminately.

An elderly woman was reportedly hit by a stray bullet during the incident.

Speaking with newsmen,a community leader, who spoke under anonymity confirmed the incident.

He said that 11 people were abducted, with seven victims belonging to the same family. The kidnapped victims include a pregnant woman, two nursing mothers, and several young children.

Investigator news reports that identities of the abducted individuals have been identified as: Talatu Kabiru (Female, 20), Magaji (Male, 6), Kande (Female, 5), Hadiza (Female, 10), Mariam (Female, 6)

Others included ‎Saima (Female, 5), a housewife, Habibat, a housewife, Fatima Yusufu, a pregnant woman, Sarah Sunday (Female, 22), Lami Fidelis (Female, 23, nursing mother), and Haja Na Allah (Nursing mother).

Eyewitness accounts had it that the attackers moved through parts of the town, leaving bullet holes in walls and doors.

Expended AK-47 shells were found scattered across the community after the gunmen fled. ‎Police authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident.

The latest attack on the Isapa community comes about two weeks after gunmen struck the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Eruku, an area in the same LGA.

They kidnapped 38 members of the church, while others reportedly died during the assault. However, the abductees have been released.

It was reported how panic and tears swept through CAC as terrorists stormed a branch of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), killing three worshippers and abducting several others, including the pastor.

According to sources, the attackers invaded the church during a meeting and immediately opened fire, sending worshippers running for cover.

Three members were reportedly shot dead on the spot before the assailants seized an unspecified number of people.

The attackers reportedly escaped through bush paths that connect Eruku to neighbouring communities, leaving residents in panic and confusion.

 

 

Lagos Assembly Launches Campaign Against Killing Of Security Personnel, Kicks Off National Security Summit 2025.

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Emmanuel Clement 

The Lagos State House of Assembly is set to host the flag-off ceremony of the Campaign Against Killing of Security Personnel, marking the official commencement of the 2025 National Security Summit.

The event will take place on Monday, December 1, 2025, at the Lateef Jakande Auditorium, Lagos State House of Assembly, Alausa.

The summit, organized by Societal Concerns Organization, aims to promote respect for security institutions, strengthen civil harmony, and build a safer future for Nigeria’s security architecture.

Investigator news reports that the event will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and community-focused activities, with the goal of fostering stronger collaboration between citizens and security agencies.

A key highlight of the flag-off ceremony is the keynote address to be delivered by the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, titled:“Institutional Respect, Civil Harmony, and the Future of Security in Nigeria.”

The Speaker is expected to emphasize the importance of restoring public trust in security institutions, improving the welfare and protection of officers, and fostering stronger collaboration between citizens and security agencies.

According to Ambassador Oluwayomi, the campaign—which is now in its second edition—is a national call to action aimed at reversing the rising incidents of attacks on security personnel and promoting a culture of responsibility, appreciation, and partnership in safeguarding the nation.

She noted that the involvement of the Lagos State House of Assembly underscores the state’s commitment to strengthening security and building a society where the lives of those who protect others are respected and valued.

Investigator news gathered that the National Security Summit will feature panel discussions, inter-agency engagement, youth dialogues, and a series of community-focused activities running from 1st to 12th December 2025 across different locations.

Societal Concerns Organization has extended an open invitation to security agencies, traditional institutions, civil society organizations, student leaders, and the media to join in shaping a stronger, safer Nigeria.

 

 

 

 

 

Fidelity Bank Reaffirms Support For Indigenous Oil, Gas Development

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 L – R: Executive Director -South, Mrs. Pamela Shodipo; Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe,OON (both of Fidelity Bank Plc); Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Adebowale Olujimi; Group Executive Director, Mrs. Olugbesoye Olujimi (both of Emadeb Energy); Executive Director -Lagos and South West, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Ken Opara; and Group Executive Director, Finance/Strategy, Emadeb Energy, Mr. Tosin Adewuyi; at the First Oil presentation event by Emadeb Energy at the Fidelity Bank headoffice in Lagos recently.

Emmanuel Clement

Fidelity Bank Plc has restated its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, with a strong focus on supporting indigenous operators.

This was highlighted by the bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe,OON, during a first oil presentation event for Emadeb Energy at Fidelity Place, the bank’s corporate headquarters in Lagos.

At the event, Emadeb Energy’s Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Adebowale Olujimi, expressed appreciation for the bank’s role in enabling the company’s progress.

“What makes Fidelity Bank unique is its willingness to take calculated risks. Many banks prefer to work with companies only after they have achieved first oil because they want already-established customers.

Fidelity Bank reviewed our proposal thoroughly, including legal, technical, financial and character assessments. We met these requirements and that is why they supported us,” Olujimi said.

Dr. Onyeali-Ikpe congratulated Emadeb Energy on its milestone and reaffirmed Fidelity Bank’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s energy sector.

“At Fidelity Bank, we are dedicated to supporting indigenous companies in developing oil and gas assets that enhance energy security and promote sustainable growth.

Our interventions include financing Nigeria’s first privately built and operated onshore crude export terminal in over fifty years at the Otakikpo Marginal Field in Rivers State.

“We also led funding for the Pinnacle Oil and Gas Terminal in Lekki, Lagos, which improves petroleum product distribution and reduces costs.

In addition, we part-financed the production of a 23,000-cubic-meter Liquefied Petroleum Gas carrier for Temile Development Company Limited, which supports cleaner energy use and strengthens local maritime participation,” she said.

Emadeb Petroleum Exploration and Production Company Limited, operator of Petroleum Prospecting License (PPL) 236, recently achieved first oil from the Ibom Field, a milestone regarded as a significant breakthrough in Nigeria’s upstream sector.

“Our next phase will be exciting. We plan to drill two additional wells and increase production to 12,000 barrels per day by the end of 2026. After that, we aim to expand our gas business and raise oil output to 30,000 barrels per day,” Olujimi added.

 

 

LAGOS APC: The Call Is Timely And Only The Enemies Of Peace Will Oppose It.

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Mogaji (Hon) Seye Oladejo

The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) wholeheartedly welcomes and supports the timely, forthright and pragmatic call by South-West Governors urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to accelerate the establishment of State Police across the federation.

For years, our region has been at the forefront of advocating for a modern, community-rooted security architecture capable of responding swiftly and intelligently to evolving threats. The South-West Governors have once again demonstrated leadership, unity of purpose, and a clear understanding of the security realities confronting our nation. Their position aligns squarely with the long-standing progressive philosophy of our party: security must be local to be effective.

President Tinubu has consistently shown the political will to reform, strengthen and modernize Nigeria’s internal security framework. The call by the Governors only reinforces the President’s already established commitment to a responsive, people-centered and technologically enhanced security ecosystem.

The Lagos APC therefore affirms the following:

1. The Call Is Timely, Logical and Inevitable

The security challenges facing the country require multi-layered policing solutions. State Police – properly designed, professionally regulated and federally coordinated- will bring security closer to communities, improve intelligence gathering, and deter crime in real time.

2. The South-West Continues to Lead by Example

From the Amotekun initiative to consistent investment in local security infrastructure, the South-West has proven that decentralized security works. The call for State Police is simply the next logical step.

3. President Tinubu Has the Will- and the Mandate – to Deliver

The President has repeatedly emphasized his resolve to secure every inch of Nigeria. The ongoing reforms in the military, police and intelligence community demonstrate that this administration is not shying away from bold decisions. State Police will be another milestone in this journey.

4. National Security Must Remain Above Politics

Those who attempt to politicize or misrepresent this conversation for cheap popularity betray the seriousness of the moment. Nigerians deserve honest dialogue and practical solutions-not fearmongering or mischief.

5. Lagos APC Stands with the President and the Governors

We reaffirm our total support for both the Renewed Hope security reforms and the united stance of South-West leaders. The security of our people is non-negotiable.

The time for State Police is not just ripe- it is overdue.
The Lagos APC is fully aligned with this patriotic call and urges all stakeholders nationwide to join hands with President Tinubu to deliver a safer, stronger and more secure Nigeria for all.

Mogaji (Hon) Seye Oladejo
Lagos APC Spokesman

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