Atiku Abubakar, the ADC presidential hopeful, has charged the ruling APC of seeking a one‑party system while alleging that the DSS is mobilising protestors in Sokoto ahead of the upcoming elections; the security agency denies the claim and has launched an internal probe.
What did Atiku allege about the APC?
Atiku said the APC is attempting to turn Nigeria into a one‑party state and accused the Department of State Services of recruiting individuals to stage disruptive rallies in Sokoto. He added, "The ruling party is trying to silence opposition and engineer a single‑party rule." The DSS refuted the allegation, stating it had rescued the party’s governorship candidate and that its Director‑General has ordered a formal investigation. ADC chieftain Aminu Tambuwal, however, maintains that the candidate was attacked by government‑recognised security personnel.
How did the education ministry describe President Tinubu?
Education Minister Tunji Alausa praised President Bola Tinubu as "literally a genius," claiming the president earned a first‑class degree in accounting from Chicago State University. University records, however, show Tinubu received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with honours, majoring in accounting, in 1979, and the first‑class classification is not part of the American grading system.
What concerns did the banking sector raise?
Stanbic IBTC founder Atedo Peterside, speaking on ARISE Prime Time, criticised recent government reforms, saying they have widened the gap between rich and poor. While Peterside acknowledged that his own investments have benefited from the reforms, he warned that millions of Nigerians continue to struggle with poverty.
How is Senator Natasha Akpoti‑Uduaghan supporting entrepreneurs?
Senator Natasha Akpoti‑Uduaghan marked her third Senate anniversary by handing out cash grants ranging from one to five million naira to small‑business owners. She explained the shift to cash support after learning that some earlier beneficiaries sold their empowerment equipment to meet other financial obligations. The senator also donated digital devices to schools across Kogi State.
Which business icons celebrated birthdays?
Billionaire philanthropist Femi Otedola turned 64 today. Rising from an oil‑trading background, Otedola has diversified into power and banking and currently chairs FBN Holdings. In the same vein, Zenith Bank founder Jim Ovia celebrated his 75th birthday, recalling his start as a clerk in 1973 before establishing Zenith Bank in 1990 and expanding it into one of Africa’s largest banks. Ovia also heads the Nigerian Education Loan Fund and has founded several educational institutions.
How is Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu remembered?
Nigerians commemorated the legacy of the late Ikemba of Nnewi, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, who would have turned 93 today. Ojukwu led the former Eastern Region, proclaimed the Republic of Biafra in 1967, and headed the secessionist state until the civil war ended in 1970. Fifteen years after his death, his role remains a focal point in discussions about national unity and history.