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After the end of the 8th Assembly in Nigeria’s legislative chambers, the expectations for the newly appointed members of the 9th assembly is high. With so much political actions for power in the past week, you cannot afford to miss any news.

Here’s a detailed recap of our major news from happenings within and outside the country during the week of 3rd to 8th June, 2019.

MONDAY 3^RD JUNE

“Stop Attacking President Buhari, It’s Ungodly” – Pastor Kumuyi

The General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, has appealed to Christians in Nigeria to stop the incessant attacks on President Buhari.

Speaking in his church in Gbagada, Lagos state today June 2nd, the clergyman said it is ungodly for Christians to attack constituted authorities either…

Fulanization Of Nigeria: “We Need Leaders Like Obasanjo” – Former APC Leader, Oyegun

It takes a democrat and someone with the interest of the country to admit the truth even though you are going against your own party ideology. The former National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, John Oyegun, has said that former President Olusegun Obasanjo was the kind of leader Nigeria needs.

New Cabinet List: Akpabio, Aregbesola, Ambode May Get Seats – Presidency Reveals

At the ministerial level, there are indications that the duo of Hadi Sirika, outgone minister of Aviation and Rotimi Amaechi Minister of Transport, will make it back for different reasons.
Sirika, initially had eyed the governorship in Katsina his state and that of the president.

Buhari approves state, LG police

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday approved the establishment of state and local government police

He also approved the dismissal of 37 police officers as recommended by the National Human Rights Commission Presidential Special Panel on SARS Reforms according to the Nations.

This was contained in the statement by the Executive Secretary, National…

Buhari orders IGP, Justice Minister to work out implementation of report on SARS reform

President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Inspector-General of Police, the Ministry of Justice and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to work out modalities for the implementation of the report of the Presidential Panel on the Reform of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) within three months.

A press release signed by the deputy director of information at the State House, Attah Esa, said Mr Buhari gave the directive on Monday…

Rivers: Group hails Army for liberating opposition from Wike’s strangulation

Indigenes of Rivers state under the auspices of League of Rivers Progressives (LRP) has applauded the Nigerian Army for its efforts in maintaining law and order in Rivers state, as well as its display of professionalism in the conduct of its affairs in the state.

In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Vincent King and…

TUESDAY 4^TH JUNE

Amnesty International’s Strange Mission in Nigeria

By Karen Goulding

“All warfare is based on deception. Hence, when we are able to attack, we must seem unable; when using our forces, we must appear inactive; when we are near, we must make the enemy believe we are far away; when far away, we must make him believe we are near.”
― Sun Tzu, The Art of War

What is the best approach to lulling one’s quarry into letting down their guard? It is to appear conciliatory, pit up a pacifist front, appear to be…

State Police: Why Nigerians Should Not Be Excited Yet – Fani-Kayode

Nigerians have been told not to get excited that their clamour for state police will be met under the President Muhammadu Buhari administration.

This is coming from a former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, a known critic of the present administration.

POLITICS TIMES gathered that some online reports including a national daily had claimed the president has given his assent for the creation…

“Your Sacrifices In Voting For Me Will Not Be In Vain” – Buhari Assures Nigerians

President Buhari has said that the sacrifices Nigerians made in voting him again into office during the 2019 general election, will never be in vain. The President gave the assurance in his special Sallah message to celebrate the end of the Ramadan fast.

In a statement released by his Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, the President said before the 2019 elections,…

Nigeria’s Fuel Subsidy Not Helping The Poor — World Bank

The Vice President for Sustainable Development, World Bank, Laura Tuck, who spoke at the ongoing World Circular Economic Forum in Helsinki, Finland, stated that Nigeria’s fuel subsidy is not helping the poor. Tuck who spoke on the theme ‘Scale it up! The Next Era of the Circular Economy’, revealed that…

Court grants bail to woman who claimed snake “stole” JAMB’s N35 million

An FCT High Court on Monday admitted Philomina Chieshe, charged with alleged “missing” N35 million belonging to the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to bail in the sum of N20 million.

Mrs Chieshe, a clerical officer with JAMB, was arraigned last Friday by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alongside Samuel Sale Umoru, a state coordinator with JAMB.

Ruling in the bail application, the judge, Peter Affen declared that…

WEDNESDAY 5^TH JUNE

How I Got Stamina For Re-Election Campaign Still Baffles Me — Buhari Says

President Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday, reflected on the recent general elections in which he secured a second term and said it still baffles him where he got the stamina to tour the country on campaigns.

The president also admonished those who called themselves leaders at various levels against putting up straight faces, especially in this…

2023: You Can’t Stop Tinubu From Becoming President – Alh. Salvador Warns Afenifere

As the battle to stop the National Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Bola Tinubu from pursuing his ambition to contest the 2023 presidential election continues, a leader of the party in Lagos State, Alhaji Moshood Salvador, has said that those fighting Tinubu and any other Yoruba leaders from contesting are fighting a lost battle.

“I Wanted To Be A Music Entertainer But I Entertain Boko Haram With Guns” – Says Soldier

Nigerian Soldier pictured with a gun says he wanted to be a music entertainer but he now use guns to entertain criminals.

He posted his rap video to put up his claim of wanting to be an entertainer.

He wrote:

“When I was a kid,I wanted to be an entertainer, I mean music, movies..I wanted…

I Will Probe Okorocha’s Financial Dealings – Says Ihedioha

The continuous struggle between Emeka Ihedioha, the new legislative leader of Imo State, and his forerunner Rochas Okorocha, probably won’t end soon as Ihedioha has pledged to test each budgetary managing done by the state over the most recent eight years. Ihedioha said this as he uncovered that nothing was given over to him by Okorocha.

Issue cease and desist notice to Amnesty International, ex-CP, Tsav to FG

Retired Commissioner of Police, Public Complaints Commission, Alhaji Abubakar Tsav, has advised the Federal Government to issue a cease and desist notice to Amnesty International (AI).

Tsav’s charge follows the numerous calls by Nigerians and foreign observers for AI to be banned from the country and treated like a criminal organisation owing to traces of terrorism -motivated propaganda.

THURSDAY 6^TH JUNE

Nigeria election: Buhari defeated Atiku without manipulation – APC NWC

The All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership has stated that President Muhammadu Buhari won the 2019 Nigeria presidential election without advantage to himself.

The APC National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, said this in a statement on Wednesday.

He also said that despite some 2019 election losses recorded in some states, the APC has improved significantly on the result of 2015 under the leadership of…

Why I Entrusted Nigerian Treasury With Women – Buhari Reveals

President Muhammadu Buhari has explained why he entrusted the country’s treasury in the hands of women. Hosting representatives of Nigerian women on a Sallah homage at the State House, Abuja he assured that he would give more recognition to women in his new cabinet.

16 persons killed by bandits in Zamfara on Sallah day

Bandits were said to have allegedly killed 16 persons in Kanoma District of Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara on Sallah day.

Confirming the attack in a press statement in Gusau on Wednesday, the Director-General on Media to the state governor, Yusuf Idris, said “the governor visited the community and sympathised with them”.

“During the visit, the governor also…

Danjuma Goje Steps Down For Lawan In Race For Senate Presidency

Danjuma Goje, Chairman of Senate Committee on Appropriations, has stepped down for Ahmed Lawan in the race for the Senate President.

Goje revealed this to journalists today after a short meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

CAF President Arrested in Paris

President of the Confederation of African Football, Ahmad Ahmad has been arrested in a Paris hotel by French police.

According to Jeune Afrique, Ahmad was picked up around 8:30am at the Berri Hotel in Paris, by the services of the Central Office for the fight against corruption and financial and fiscal offences (Oclif).

It said the arrest may be related to the alleged misappropriation and corruption involving French company, Tactical Steel.

Former secretary-general of…

Amnesty International, other non-state actors endangering lives and peace of Nigerian citizens — CISS Report

The Centre for International and Strategy Studies (CISS) has exposed the activities of Amnesty International and other non-state actors in a full-scale report released on Thursday.

According to the group, famed for thorough fact-finding and research, the humanitarian organisation is endangering lives and destabilising the peace of the nation through its politically-motivated propaganda.

“Return Government Vehicles In Your Custody In 48 Hours” – Governor Blows Hot

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has ordered all former political office holders in the state to immediately return government vehicles and other assets in their custody.

The State government in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Seyi Makinde, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, said that the former officials must ensure the return of the state’s assets within 48 hours.

FRIDAY 7^TH JUNE

I’m Ready To Lead Super Eagles Again — Mikel Obi

Ahead of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, Mike Obi has disclosed that he is now ready to lead the Super Eagles again.

The ace footballer who featured last for the three-time African champions at last year’s World Cup and has missed the Eagles last seven games, made this disclosure at Asaba. Mikel who disclosed that he is happy with the progress the team has made so far,…

“Why We Suspended AIT, Ray Power” – NBC Reveals

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has explained the reason behind its actions against Daar Communications PLC, operator of AIT and Ray Power FM.

9News Nigeria had reported that the NBC, on Thursday suspended the operating license of the broadcast station.

The Director General of the NBC, Dr. Modibbo Kawu said…

I Spent 124 Days In Police Custody – Dino Melaye

The irrepressible senator representing Kogi West senatorial district, Dino Melaye disclosed that he was in Police detention for 124 out of the 365 days in the year 2018.

Revealing his ordeals and political persecutions to his colleagues during Thursday’s valedictory session of the 8th Senate, the eloquent lawmaker who sang…

Sen. Akpabio Apologises For Leaving PDP

Godswill Akpabio, former minority leader of the senate, says he is sure his colleagues in the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) are missing him.

Speaking during the valedictory session of the 8th senate, the senator who defected from the PDP to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in August, described his stay at the senate as “happy and sad”.

Akpabio said the experience was mixed because some of his colleagues died before the end of their tenure.

TY Danjuma is worse than Saul, can’t use falsehood to defend Christians – Middle-Belt Crusaders

The Middle Belt Conscience Guard (MBCG) has warned former Defence Minister, Lt. Gen. T.Y Danjuma (retd) to steer clear of insighting Christians with falsehood as he is “worse than Biblical Saul”.

T.Y Danjuma, a powerful and influential politician, was Chief of Army Staff in the 1970’s and Minister of Defence under President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration.

SATURDAY 8^TH JUNE

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry hacked, private photos leaked

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have reportedly been the target of hackers, with the couple’s secret photos being shared online.

Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding photographer has been hacked and the couple’s private photos have been leaked on social media.

Hundreds of photos taken by…

I Will Miss You, But We’ll Meet On The Streets Of Abuja — Dino Mocks Akpabio

Here is yet another bombshell Senator Dino Melaye dropped for Senator Godswill Akpabio at the wrap of the 8th Senate.

The Kogi Senator in one of his…

AIT Returns After Court Nullified NBC’s Suspension

African Independent Television (AIT) is back on air after the National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) suspended its license over alleged failure to abide by broadcasting code.

The development comes after a federal high court in Abuja nullified the suspension of the license of DAAR Communications.

I Have Lost Weight In Just One Week As Governor – Sanwo-Olu

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos, says governing the state is not an easy task, as he has lost weight in just one week of assuming office.

Sanwo-Olu spoke with state house correspondents after a private meeting with Yemi Osinbajo, vice-president, shortly after the expanded Security Council meeting on Friday, at the presidential villa, Abuja.

According to him, governing Lagos is not a tea party, as the…

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