FocalPoint Reports

Atiku: You Are Clueless, No Other Nigerian Leader Would Have Plunged The Nation Into This Mess – Eze Knocks Tinubu A former National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP), Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has stated that President Bola Tinubu is on his way to becoming the most clueless President Nigeria has ever had. Eze stated this while reacting to a piece in circulation titled “Atiku Would’ve Plunged Nigeria Into Worse Economic Situation,” credited to Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga He insisted that subjecting Atiku Abubakar to contemptuous media ridicule would not help cover the mess Tinubu’s administration has put Nigeria into. Speaking via a statement, Eze said it was debasing that the presidency was comparing its administration to that of Obasanjo/Atiku. He said, “ It is, at least, fair, that the official spokesman of the president has admittedly confided in Nigerians that the country is not better but in shambles u

US Election: ‘God Stopped The Witch, Granted Trump Victory’ – Fani-Kayode Amid the ongoing election in the United States of America, former Minister of Aviation Femi Fani-Kayode has envisaged victory for the former President, Donald Trump. It as reported  that this comes as Trump is projected to win the keenly contested election after winning Georgia, Wisconsin and North Carolina. In a post via his X handle, Fani-Kayode suggested that Trump is on course to win because God is with him. The former minister said God had stopped the witch and granted Trump victory. According to him, there is nothing some people did not do to stop Trump, including trying to jail and kill him, but the Lord was with him. He wrote:  “The Lord stopped the witch & granted @realDonaldTrump victory. “This is the greatest comeback in the history of politics. There is nothing they did not do to stop him, including trying to jail & kill him, but the Lord was with Him. “Let everything that has breath praise th

Gov Otti Calls Out Opposition’s Alleged Abuja Meetings Aimed At Undermining His Administration Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has alleged that opposition members are convening in Abuja and other locations with the intent to mislead the people of Abia through a campaign of misinformation targeting his administration. Speaking at a swearing-in ceremony at the Government House in Umuahia on Monday, where he inaugurated the Chairmen and Deputy Chairmen of the state’s 17 local government areas along with elected councilors, Otti expressed concern over what he described as a deliberate strategy by opposition figures. According to him, they are reportedly producing both fake and sometimes genuine documents to fuel propaganda. While Otti refrained from naming any specific individuals, he emphasized that his administration remains undeterred by these actions, noting that similar efforts in the past have consistently failed to gain traction among the people. “ Let me leave a word for the so-cal

November 16 Poll: LP Candidate, Ebiseni Mocks Aiyedatiwa, Ajayi, Says Both Have Noting To Offer Ondo Olusola Ebiseni, the Labour Party candidate for Ondo State governorship polls, has mocked Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the forthcoming election, stating that the duo have little to offer the residents of Ondo State. Recall that Aiyedatiwa is the flagbearer for the All Progressives Congress (APC), while  Agboola Ajayi  is the PDP candidate for the upcoming poll scheduled for November 16, 2024. Ebiseni, on the other hand, had previously participated in the PDP governorship primary, where he placed third with 99 votes. Ajayi served as deputy governor from 2017 to 2021 under former governor Rotimi Akeredolu. In June 2020, Ajayi departed from the APC to join the PDP, citing “irreconcilable differences” with Akeredolu, leading to Aiyedatiwa’s appointment as his successor. However, during an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Morning Brief’,

HAAA!!! “Even If My Wife Cheats On Me, I Won’t Divorce Her” – Peter Obi Reveals Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 election, has publicly declared his unwavering commitment to his wife, Margaret Brownson, saying he would never consider divorce, even in cases of infidelity. Speaking on  The Honest Bunch  podcast hosted by comedian and actor Nedu Wazobia, the former Anambra State governor emphasized his loyalty, stating he would support his wife through any challenges, including possible mistakes. In his words; “No matter what my wife does today, I won’t divorce her. I can’t separate from her. I can never. Even if she like let her shoot me, as long as I am alive, she’s my wife”. “No matter what she does, I won’t marry [someone else]. She’s my wife. Whatever she likes, let her do because what is she going to do that would offend me? What? Maybe have an extramarital affair?” “It’s her business. It’s not me. They won’t say two of us have an affair. They w

Pay More Attention To African Countries – Tinubu Tells UK Foreign Secretary President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday said Nigeria is fully committed to actualising upgraded partnership agreements with the United Kingdom in areas that directly impact citizens’ livelihoods, like arts, culture, trade, and security. The President spoke when he received the United Kingdom Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, Rt. Hon. David Lammy, at the State House. In a statement by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, sent to  FocalPoint Reports , President Tinubu said his government would support the partnership for growth. He said:  “I am happy that Nigeria is your first port of call. We have come a long way with our shared history. The challenge we face now is a call to promote unity and inclusivity. Britain and Nigeria have a long history, and we have always cherished the relationship”. The President urged the United Kingdom to strengthen re

Tinubu Orders Immediate Release Of Minors Arrested In #EndBadGovernance Protest President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate release of all minors arrested and currently facing prosecution over their alleged involvement in the #EndBadGovernance protest . The decision underscores Tinubu’s commitment to protecting the rights of these young individuals while following legal protocols. In a statement shared on Monday by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Tinubu also directed the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction to oversee the welfare of the minors. Onanuga shared this update on his X (formerly Twitter) account. The statement which reads; “President Bola Tinubu has directed the Attorney General of the Federation to do everything possible to ensure the immediate release of minors detained by the Nigeria Police in connection with the recent protests without prejudice to whatever legal processes are ongoing.” “The Ministry of Hum

IPF unveils Ijaw media conference 2024 The Ijaw Publishers' Forum (IPF) has unveiled plans for its inaugural Ijaw Media Conference and Annual Dialogue, slated for December 4, 2024, in Bayelsa State. Themed "Advancing the Quest for Economic Freedom in a Siege Nation," this pivotal event promised to unite leaders and stakeholders to explore innovative solutions for the Ijaw nation and Niger Delta's economic growth. This groundbreaking conference promised to be a game-changer for the region's economic development, as pioneer Ijaw media editor in chief, Ernest Ikoli will be honoured.   The dialogue will encompass environmental safety of Niger Delta region through indigenous security services, using Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited as a case study. The event will also evaluate the gains and the challenges bedeviling the progress of the presidential Amnesty programme, this includes Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC and others. The programme w

NNPP Leadership: Court judgment on takeover is fraudulent and invalid The National Working Committee (NWC) of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has denounced a recent Federal High Court ruling in Abia, which ordered the takeover of the party’s administration by Dr. Boniface Aniebonam. The NNPP has called the judgment a “fraud” and declared it legally ineffective. According to a statement released in Abuja by NNPP National Publicity Secretary Ladipo Johnson, the court’s judgment was issued “per incuriam”—a term used to describe a ruling made without regard to relevant law and, therefore, invalid. Johnson explained that the party’s constitution, which the judgment was allegedly based on, was amended on April 6, 2024. Additionally, those claiming to be Board of Trustees (BOT) members, including Dr. Aniebonam, had already been expelled from the NNPP, a decision upheld by the Federal High Court in Abuja. The court in Abia had ordered an immediate takeover of the NNPP’s BOT by a group cha

Amnesty International urges Nigeria to enact anti-mob violence law Amnesty International is calling on the Federal Government of Nigeria to take action against mob violence by enacting anti-mob violence laws. The human rights organisation’s Country Director, Isa Sanusi, made this plea in their report, “Instantly Killed: How Law Enforcement Failures Exacerbate Nigeria’s Wave of Mob Violence,” presented on Monday in Abuja. Sanusi emphasised the need for these laws to combat the growing trend of jungle justice in Nigeria. According to Amnesty International, between January 2012 and August 2023, at least 555 people fell victim to mob violence in 363 documented incidents, characterised by killings, torture, and other forms of ill-treatment. “Mob violence has spread with impunity in Nigeria over the past decade. “The surge in mob violence, including against women and children, has sparked nationwide calls for justice from victims, their families, and human rights advocates. “Law enforcement

Appeal Court Clears Onnoghen of False Asset Declaration The Court of Appeal in Abuja has cleared former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Samuel Nkanu Onnoghen, of his conviction for a false asset declaration issued by the Code of Conduct Tribunal. The Umar Yakubu Danladi tribunal imposed Onnoghen’s conviction on April 18, 2019, but the Appellate Court reversed it after addressing the matters that led to his trial and conviction. Justice Abba Bello Mohammed, delivering a judgment based on the settlement terms the government and Onnoghen agreed upon, directed that the four bank accounts previously designated for forfeiture be returned to him. In a short statement, Onnoghen’s legal representatives, Adegboyega Awomolo and Ogwu James Onoja, both Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN), expressed their appreciation to President Tinubu and the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) for facilitating the resolution of the matter.

Ondo Election: Aiyedatiwa, Ajayi spar over minimum wage pledges The two leading candidates in the upcoming Ondo State governorship election, Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Agboola Ajayi of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), clashed over their proposed minimum wage for workers during a debate organized by Channels Television. Aiyedatiwa emphasized that his administration is committed to paying workers a minimum wage of N73,000, a move he says has been well-received by the state’s workforce. “Our workers are happy we’re paying N73,000,” he stated. However, Ajayi countered, promising to increase the minimum wage to N76,000 if elected, claiming this would bring even greater satisfaction to workers. “Workers will be happier when I pay them N76,000,” he said, touting his extensive experience as a former local government chairman, member of the House of Representatives, Deputy Governor, and Acting Governor. Ajayi also declared his intention to dissolve the Minis

‘Monumental Electoral Fraud’ – PDP Rejects Cross River LG Election Results, Calls For Legal Action The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the leading opposition in Cross River State, has condemned last weekend’s local government elections, labeling them a “monumental fraud” unprecedented in the state’s political history. In a statement released in Calabar and signed by the party’s state chairman,  Venatius Ikem , the PDP asserted, “ We state boldly that never in the political history of Cross River State have the electorate witnessed this kind of monumental electoral fraud perpetrated on Saturday. ” Ikem accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of manipulating the electoral process from the very beginning to ensure their dominance. He alleged that the composition of the electoral commission was biased, with close associates of government officials appointed to carry out the ruling party’s agenda. Ikem criticized the electoral process as a “charade,” claiming the independent elec

Rivers Debunks Report of Fubara Shutting Down NNPCL The Rivers State government has denied a social media rumour that Governor Siminalayi Fubara ordered the closure of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other oil businesses in the state. The Rivers government, in a statement signed by Commissioner for Information and Communications Warisenibo Joe Johnson, condemned the claim as not only incorrect, but also created propaganda. The statement states, “The Rivers State Government has been alerted to a false news item spreading on social media claiming that ‘Gov. Siminalayi Fubara has shut down NNPCL and all oil businesses in Rivers State.’ “The report is absolutely untrue and only the product of the author’s imagination. It was propagated by foes of the State through an insignificant and unverified source.” Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the statement continued, is dedicated to upholding the rule of law and does not resort to unconventional or crude methods in address

Allocation: Rivers NLC Threatens State-Wide Strike The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Rivers State chapter, has threatened to go on strike if the federal government implements the judgment stopping the state’s allocation. It as reported that Justice Joyce Abdulmaliki, in a ruling, restrained the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from releasing the state’s monthly federal allocation to Governor Siminalaya Fubara-led government. Rivers State’s NLC Chairman, Alex Agwanwo, stated this to journalists after an emergency meeting with labour leaders in the state, on Thursday. Agwano said that organized labour condemns the ruling. He noted that the state workers would not be paid salaries if the federal government goes ahead with implementing the ruling. He added that workers cannot be working without salaries. He explained that workers would be left with no choice but to shut down. According to him, the judgment lacks empathy. He stated that Justice Abdumaliki failed to put the citizens and worker