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Ahead the 2027 general elections , the core stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress(APC) in the Northwest geo-political zone converged on Kaduna on Saturday to declare a vote of confidence on the leadership and administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The event was lit up by arrival of the APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, Kaduna Governor, Senator Uba Sani, Speaker of House of Representatives , Rt Hon Tajudeen Abbas and Senator Shehu Sani ,whose return to party excited the large crowd of party supporters present at the event.

The arrow heads of the party have not only decided to mobile support for President Tinubu but work ensure his resounding victory across the zone

At the meeting,the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abas, moved the motion for the endorsement of the President, while Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, seconded the motion, passing a vote of confidence in Tinubu for the second term in 2027.

The event took place at the Indoor Sports Hall of the late Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Hall, Murtala Square, Kaduna on Saturday.

This was after the Kaduna State Governor and APC North-West Co-ordinating Governor, Senator Uba Sani, called upon Speaker Abas to step forward before the gathering to move a motion for the endorsement.

Abas said, “Ladies and gentlemen, we are about to witness a history. My name is Abas Tajudeen, the Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives and I move on behalf of the entire APC family of the North-West Zone Stakeholders emphatically a motion of a vote of confidence in our dear President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Asiwaju Ahmed Bola Tinubu, GCFR, for his progressive governance, improving leadership and his unwavering support for the socio-economic development of the North-West geo-political.

“In so doing, unequivocally, endorse him as our only preferred candidate for the 2027 elections. I so do!”

The Speaker later put the motion to a voice vote for the stakeholders, where they all overwhelmingly affirmed the endorsement of the president for continuity in 2027.

In return, all the APC governors in the NorthWest Zone were offered automatic tickets for second term in the 2027 governorship elections as announced by the National Chairman of the APC, Abdullahi Ganduje, in his address to the gathering.

According to Ganduje, there is “no vacancy” in Aso Rock, come 2027.

Thereafter, a communique on behalf of stakeholders from the zone was read by the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani.

The party leaders including Ganduje, three governors of Kaduna, Uba Sani, Jigawa, Namadi and Kebbi, Nasir and Speaker of the House of Representatives, ministers as well as party executives, overwhelmingly declared their supports for the president during the APC North-West Zone Stakeholders meeting.

Governors of Katsina and Sokoto states sent their representatives.

Among other party faithful at the gathering are Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, Minister of Budget and National Planning, Atiku Abubakar Bagudu, and Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal.

Others are a former Speaker and governor of Katsina, Bello Aminu Masari, a former senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial, Shehu Sani, a former Governor of Zamfara State, Senator Ahmed Yerima, former House of Representatives members from the zone, former governor of Zamfara, Mahmud Shinkafi, former governor of Kebbi, Senator Adamu Aliero.

The chairman of state chapters, state and federal legislators, as well as ministers, heads of federal agencies, including senior political appointees, were also at the meeting, themed: “Consolidating on our gains, facing the future together.”

The foundation for the endorsement of the President was laid when the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, while addressing the stakeholders, asked: “Aso Rock”? with the stakeholders responding by saying” no vacancy.”

With the response from the gathering, Barau said, “So it is clear in 2027, we are going to have a landslide victory, inshallah. So let us continue on the way we are going. Let us continue to cooperate, work with the president, work with everybody, cooperate amongst ourselves so that we have the desired victory.”

He said the defection of stalwarts of the opposition political parties to the party (APC) was as a result of the performance of Tinubu in addressing the challenges bedevilling the country.

Arewa Professionals Forum has resolved to back the Registrar of Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor I shaw Oloyede after the accepting the issue technical glitch and subsequent public apology to that effect.

According to the Forum, the JAMB Boss has demonstrated high sense of responsibility to own up the examination technical errors and decision to make amends immediately.

The JAMB registrar had broke down in tears as he offered an apology to candidates affected by technical errors in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Exam (UTME) and admitted that mistakes made by one of the service providers led to distorted results for nearly 380,000 candidates in 157 centres across Lagos and Owerri.

In a six paragraph communique issued after a meeting held at Arewa House Kaduna today, the Arewa Professionals Forum stated , ” That we stand to be corrected, this is the first time we can recall that the head of agency in Nigeria can come out openly to accept faults and apologize to Nigerians accordingly.

The Communique jointly signed by the Coordinator and Secretary , Comrade Usman Ibrahim and Comrade Peter Bege further stated: “And the good part of the apology was the fact that he provided a timely solution to address the issues raised as a result of examination glitch.

“That oloyede has been prudent with management of JAMB funds over the years and has also demonstrated that he has the capacity and administrative prowess to make JAMB a model of excellence.

“In this regard,we appeal to affected candidates; parents and Nigerians to consider his performance above this recent technical glitch that hitherto has stirred public anger against him .”

The Koro people in Kaduna State on Saturday rolled out drums to celebrate what could be described as a ‘Great and colourful’ maiden Cultural Day Festival.

The event attended by large number of dignitaries within and outside Kaduna was the first of its kind since the creation of Koro Chiefdom in the State.

In his speech during the occasion held at Government Secondary School,Kubacha, Kagarko local government areas of Kaduna State the President of Koro Community Development Association (KCDA), Prof. John Yakubu Magaji said the theme: Revitalizing Koro Cultural Heritage, Bridging Generations and Uniting Communities reflects the collective aspirations of the Koro people.

Speaking further on the theme, Prof Magaji said, “It speaks to our long-held desire to deliberately revive our rich cultural and traditional values, build sustainable connections across generations, and foster unity in the pursuit of progress, development, and peaceful coexistence with our neighbours.”

Though he acknowledged that this first attempt to organize the Koro Cultural Festival came with its own challenges and unintended outcomes, he gave assurance that subsequent events would be better.

While reflecting on the history and journey of our association, he explained: “The Koro Community Development Association began as individual units at village levels. The idea of coming together as a collective started in Kaduna town, where all Koro indigenes residing in Kaduna began to meet as a group—what is today known as “the Koro Community Development Association Kaduna Branch”. It was this branch that took the crucial step of registering the association with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), giving it formal recognition.

“The unification of all village development associations was spearheaded by Mr. Emmanuel Ejah, fondly known as Polude, who served as the first president. He was succeeded by L.L. Lamba, under whose leadership the Koro Chiefdom was created—a foundational milestone that laid the groundwork for the democratic dividends we are witnessing today. The mantle of leadership then passed to Dr. Kurah of blessed memory. After his passing, the Association nearly went into extinction, until it was revived in 2022 under my leadership, with me, Prof. J.Y. Magaji, emerging as the elected president. It is by the grace of God and the resilience of our people that we are standing strong today.

“Nevertheless, today is a day of pride for every son and daughter of the Koro nation. This annual cultural day festival has come to stay, and we pledge to build upon the strong foundation that has now been laid.”

He however, thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani for the commendable development work they are doing across the nation and the State and prayed to God to grant them good health as well as the opportunity to continue and accomplish all the positive agendas they have set for the country and State.

He also commended the Kagarko Council Chairman, Hon. Muhuyideen, who according to him wholeheartedly embraced the event as his own.

He didn’t end his speech without extending appreciation to the Executive Cabinet of the Koro Community Development Association for their unwavering support and dedication to the vision of their community and the 2025 cultural Day Board members;all the sub-committees and those,who helped in one-way or the other for their nurturing spirit, energy, creativity, commitment and consistent contributions, to the success of the festival

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Planned Protest: Nigerians in Diaspora Withdraw Action Against Kyari

Nigerians based in United States under the umbrella of Nigerians in Diaspora for Peace and Unity today withdrawn its earlier decision to embark on Protest against for Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engineer Mele Kyari on suspicion that it was sponsored.

According to group with its headquarters in Washington D.C, it didn’t get its facts right,when the decision to embark on the Protest was made, thus was misled to believe that Kyari mismanaged the country’s oil company.

“We were ready to move to the street to protest because we were made to believe Kyari fled Nigeria to avoid accountability for financial misconduct during his six-year tenure at NNPCL from 2019 to 2025.” It stated .

It was widely reported that that hundreds of Nigerians had protested at the Nigerian High Commission and the UK Home Office in London, calling for the deportation of former Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) boss, Mele Kyari, to face corruption investigations in Nigeria.

In a statement issued and made available to journalists today, the Nigerians in Diaspora for Peace and Unity announced that it has withdrawn from the planned protest schedule for Friday and orders members across United and United Kingdom to comply with the directive.

The group in the statement signed by the Chairman ,Chief Sebastian West Lokpobiri explained: “We did set a 10-man fact finding committee ahead of the scheduled date for the protest and later discovered that the former NNPCL boss rather did well to reposition the company and shouldn’t be ridiculed

The statement further reads : “We also discovered that NNPCL under Kyari was not only revived to produce refined Petrol for our teeming population,but it operational lines were transparent; effective and profit oriented.

“As group,we don’t take actions blindly without digging up the facts behind any issue raised from public discourse or disenchantment. It is against this background that we have decided to suspend action to embark on protest.

“We therefore advise other groups that have been misled or sponsored to protest to suspend action and commend Kyari efforts to resuscitate our once comatose oil company.”

By Mike Odeh James

The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has expressed strong disapproval of comments made by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, during his recent condolence visit to Benue State Governor, Father Hyacinth Alia, following deadly attacks by armed men identified as Fulani herdsmen.

In a press statement issued on May 15, 2025, and signed by Luka Binniyat, the Forum’s National Spokesman, the MBF described Ribadu’s remarks as “callous” and “inaccurate,” accusing him of downplaying the scale of devastation in Benue and other parts of the Middle Belt.

According to the MBF, Ribadu’s visit—which should have offered comfort and solidarity—took a controversial turn when he dismissed the severity of the crisis by framing it as part of a global trend. The NSA reportedly referenced conflicts in Sudan and Mauritania as comparisons, while denying that any parts of Nigeria are under the control of armed groups.

“This denial flies in the face of evidence,” the MBF stated. “In Benue State alone, where Ribadu made these claims, many communities remain under the occupation of armed Fulani militants who violently displaced the original inhabitants.”

The Forum noted that similar conditions exist across Southern Kaduna, Plateau, Niger, Kebbi, Sokoto, Katsina, and Zamfara states. It also referenced a public admission by Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno, who acknowledged that Boko Haram had retaken some previously liberated territories.

“The MBF is therefore alarmed and puzzled by the NSA’s statements. Who is briefing him? On what basis is he dismissing credible reports of occupation and atrocities?” the statement asked.

The MBF further criticized Ribadu’s comments as being insensitive to the plight of internally displaced persons (IDPs), many of whom continue to live in “subhuman conditions—stripped of their dignity, homes, and livelihoods.”

“To suggest no one occupies their lands is to deny them justice and hope of return to their homes and restitution paid in the future,” the Forum asserted.

In addition to condemning the NSA’s remarks, the MBF expressed skepticism over the ongoing “North Central Workshop on Developing a National Framework on Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration” in Makurdi, which is being organized under Ribadu’s office.

While the Forum acknowledged the importance of such frameworks, it pointed to a “glaring omission” and linked the initiative to a controversial amnesty program previously implemented in Kaduna State.

“Last year, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State granted amnesty to so-called ‘repentant’ terrorists in Birnin Gwari,” the statement recalled. “He said that it was an outcome of robust collaboration with the NSA’s office. He pledged to rehabilitate them for dropping their arms.”

The MBF lamented that no consideration was given to the victims of those terrorists—families destroyed, communities ruined, and lives upended.

“We suspect that the ongoing workshop may align with the Kaduna model, which had no consideration to the victims and has no space for justice,” the Forum warned.

Raising further alarm, the MBF questioned whether the disarmament process might be extended to local communities that have armed themselves with rudimentary weapons for self-defense.

“Would this not contradict the February 2025 call by the Director General of the Department of State Services, Mr. Oluwatosin Ajayi, urging communities to act as first responders in self-defense?” the Forum asked.

The MBF used the opportunity to restate its policy positions:

No Blanket Amnesty for Terrorists: “The government must not allow murderers and destroyers of communities to simply surrender weapons and walk away free. Justice must be served.”

Right to Self-Defense: “Communities under siege should be supported—not disarmed. The government should help them legally procure light weapons, train youth volunteers, and place them under the supervision of vetted military or security personnel, serving or retired.”

State and Local Policing: “The MBF reiterates its call for the establishment of State Police, as well as Local Government and Ward Police structures. Security must be localised to be effective.”

No Unilateral Forgiveness of Criminals: “Amnesty and reintegration programs must follow legal processes and legislative backing. The Federal and State Governments must not unilaterally pardon terrorists without public accountability.”

Concluding the statement, the Forum called for “serious, responsible, and empathetic governance that truly reflects the pain and suffering of affected communities.”

“The NSA must offer leadership that reassures victims, not pamper terrorists. The hundreds of thousands of ‘repentant’ Boko Haram terrorists granted amnesty has not solved the insurgency in the North East,” the MBF added.

By Ezekiel Sunday

The North-East Youth Revival Movement (NEYM) has voiced deep grief and growing anger following a brutal Boko Haram attack on a military base in Marte, Borno State, which claimed the lives of five soldiers.

In a statement issued by the group’s Chairman, Abbarious Lawal, NEYM condemned the attack and held the leadership of Nigeria’s defense sector accountable for the persistent insecurity ravaging the North-East. The group demanded the immediate resignation of Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar, citing glaring failures in strategy, preparation, and military support.

“In light of this devastating event, we hereby call for the immediate resignation of Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar,” Lawal said. “This demand reflects a growing frustration among the citizens of Nigeria regarding the government’s failure to provide adequate security and effectively combat the escalating threat posed by insurgents.”

The group recounted that the attack on the forward operating base saw Boko Haram insurgents overwhelm the stationed troops, loot weapons, and seize military vehicles. The chaos reportedly left soldiers demoralized, some abandoning their posts and fleeing to nearby villages.

“This alarming behavior illustrates a critical crisis of confidence within our military ranks,” NEYM stated. “The harrowing sight of a commanding officer’s vehicle, along with essential military resources, falling into the hands of insurgents further compromises our operational capacity and undermines morale.”

Beyond the military implications, the group drew attention to the attack’s impact on civilians. Fearful residents of Marte and surrounding areas have fled to safer towns such as Dikwa, Lukumani, and Mafa. NEYM warned that the ongoing displacement is worsening the humanitarian crisis in the region, with overcrowded IDP camps now overwhelmed and under-resourced.

According to a report by SBM Intelligence, more than 2,000 Nigerians were killed in violent incidents across the country between January and March 2025. Borno State recorded the highest death toll, including 892 civilians, 462 bandits, and 234 Boko Haram insurgents.

“Our call for the resignation or retirement of Minister Badaru Abubakar by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is emblematic of a broader demand for accountability within our government,” the statement emphasized. “The perception of incompetence in handling the escalating insecurity in the region is not unfounded.”

NEYM criticized the federal government’s counterinsurgency approach, citing a lack of strategic planning, inadequate resources, and poor community engagement. The group stressed that troop withdrawals and desertions stem from systemic failures, not individual cowardice.

“Our soldiers are often thrust into perilous situations without adequate training, equipment, or support,” the group said. “It is essential to address the root causes of this crisis—such as inadequate funding, lack of morale, and insufficient strategic planning.”

Concluding its statement, NEYM called for immediate reforms and accountability at the highest levels of Nigeria’s defense sector.

“The call for the resignation of Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar is a reflection of deep-seated frustration with the status quo and a demand for meaningful change,” the group declared. “As our nation grapples with the consequences of ongoing violence, we must prioritize accountability, reform, and a renewed commitment to the safety and security of all Nigerians.”

“Only through concerted efforts to address these pressing issues can we hope to overcome the challenges posed by insurgency and restore peace and stability to the North-East and beyond,” NEYM concluded.

Musa Maye

The North-West Alliance for Security (NWAS) has called for the immediate resignation of Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, over what it described as his persistent failure to address the escalating crisis of insecurity in the North-West region of the country.

In a statement signed by its chairman, Musa Zakaria, the group declared that it “stands resolute in its commitment to the safety and well-being of the citizens of the North-West region of Nigeria,” and expressed deep concern over what it described as the “unrelenting activities of bandits and violent extremists.”

“The North-West has tragically become synonymous with lawlessness, as criminal gangs known as ‘bandits’ wreak havoc on our communities,” Zakaria said. “The situation has deteriorated to such an extent that, as highlighted by military officials, these bandits have formed alarming alliances with violent extremist organizations, blurring the lines between banditry and terrorism.”

According to NWAS, infiltration by jihadist and terrorist elements into the ranks of criminal gangs has raised the stakes, posing an existential threat to the entire region. The statistics, the group said, paint a grim picture: thousands have been killed, millions displaced, and economic life across the region is on the brink of collapse due to the unrestrained activities of bandits.

The group pointed to states such as Kaduna, Katsina, Sokoto, and Zamfara as epicenters of the crisis. “An estimated 30,000 bandits operate across nearly 100 gangs,” the statement noted. “Radicalization, long-standing disputes over land and resources, worsening environmental conditions, and an influx of weapons have only deepened the crisis.”

Zakaria lamented the breakdown of traditional conflict-resolution systems. “The traditional systems of mediation that once preserved harmony in our communities have been undermined, leaving a vacuum now filled by violence and terror,” he said.

NWAS expressed dismay over what it called the Defence Minister’s “woefully inadequate” response to the crisis, accusing him of failing to follow through on promises of increased military presence and strategic operations.

“The situation continues to deteriorate, with communities living in daily fear and uncertainty. This failure to protect our people is not merely a political oversight; it is a grave dereliction of duty,” the group stated.

NWAS emphasized that accountability must remain central to governance. “Minister Badaru Abubakar has had ample time to demonstrate his commitment to securing our region. Yet, the violence persists and his inaction speaks volumes,” the statement said.

The group called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to act swiftly by relieving Badaru of his duties and appointing a “capable and dedicated leader who can bring fresh ideas and a renewed resolve to combat the security challenges in the North-West.”

“This is not just a political demand,” Zakaria stressed, “it is a moral imperative. Our people deserve safety, stability, and the assurance that their government is working in their best interest.”

NWAS concluded by calling on civil society, traditional institutions, and the wider public to rally behind its call. “The time for decisive action is now. We will not relent until our communities are free from the shackles of fear and violence,” the statement said.

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Kaduna, Nigeria – May 13, 2025 — The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has officially announced the commencement of its screening process for applicants seeking admission into the 77 Regular Course for the 2025 academic session. The announcement, made by the Academy’s Public Relations Officer, Major Mohammed Maidawa, outlines the requirements and key dates for prospective candidates.

According to the statement, all applicants who participated in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and selected the NDA as their first-choice institution are eligible for consideration—provided they meet the minimum score requirements.

“A minimum UTME score of 180 is required for all courses, while candidates applying for engineering courses must have scored at least 210,” the release stated. Only those who meet these criteria will be allowed to select a screening centre and sit for the NDA Screening Test.

The nationwide NDA Screening Test is scheduled for Saturday, 24 May 2025. Candidates who are successful in the screening phase will proceed to the Armed Forces Selection Board (AFSB) held at the Academy in Kaduna. There, they will undergo comprehensive evaluations including medical, physical, and psychological tests, as well as other assessments.

The final list of successful candidates is expected to be published in national newspapers and on the official NDA website in due course.

Meanwhile, the Academy has raised an alarm over a growing trend of online fraudsters impersonating NDA officials through fake social media accounts. These individuals reportedly disseminate false information and solicit payments under the guise of facilitating admission.

“The NDA has not authorized any individual or group to collect money on its behalf. Admission into the Academy is strictly based on merit, and the process is transparent,” warned Major Maidawa.

Prospective applicants and the general public are urged to rely only on the NDA’s verified communication channels for authentic updates. Official information is available on the Academy’s social media platforms, including:

TikTok: @ndefenceacademy

Facebook: facebook.com/@ndefenceacademy

Twitter (X): x.com/ndefenceacademy

Instagram: instagram.com/ndefenceacademy

YouTube: youtube.com/@ndefenceacademy

For direct inquiries, applicants may contact the NDA Registry via email at academyregistrar@nda.edu.ng.

The NDA remains committed to upholding the highest standards of training, discipline, and academic excellence, and looks forward to welcoming the next generation of officer cadets.

Opelola James

Coalition of Arewa Civil Society Organizations has taken a swipe on Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, saying rather than him concentrating on developing the state, he instead choose to engage in blame games and attacks on those he considered political threats.

Addressing a press conference in Kaduna, convener of the coalition Aminu Abbas Arabi averred that since the assumption of office, Governor Lawal, a man who contested elections with a clear manifesto and blueprint has suddenly become overtly obsessed with the administration of his predecessor Bello Muhammed Matawalle without anything tangible to show for the huge allocations coming into the state.

Arabi further noted that it is on record that with the removal of subsidy, State allocations have more than doubled and no Governor or state has any excuse not to deliver democratic dividends to its people.

“In Zamfara State, instead of continuity and good governance, Governor Dauda Lawal has focused his attention on trying to demarket his predecessor pursuing imaginary probes and writing petitions upon petitions against a man who has never been found guilty or indicted of any crime.

“Instead of showing his scorecard and justifying the billions of naira allocated to Zamfara State since assumption of office, he has chosen to chase shadows and abandon the task he was elected to perform. This is a pure distraction from his core mandate and we find it not only repulsive but repugnant. It is, therefore, our firm position that his behavior is unbecoming of a sitting Governor, and if he feels inadequate to perform his duties, he should resign with immediate effect”.

The coalition also posited that under Governor Lawal’s administration, Zamfara has turned into an open abattoir and cemetery of sorts, adding that as the chief security officer of the State, the Governor has failed to stop the killings, stressing “all he does is blame others for his lapses. Communities are being sacked and terrorists have gained a foothold in many communities to the extent of collecting taxes and levies from vulnerable indigenes.

“Less than 72 hours ago, an imam and his son were killed in cold blood. His inability to act should be an embarrassment to everybody who identifies with good governance, and this is the time to tell Dauda the truth – he should either resign or act as a sitting Governor for once.

“It is also troubling that instead of concentrating on improving the internally generated revenue base of Zamfara State, the inefficient Dauda has rather prioritized bashing his predecessor about loans that were taken to develop the state. If he feels the funds accruable to Zamfara State are not enough, he should work towards increasing the internally generated revenue and attracting investors. It is sad to note that no investor has pitched a tent in Zamfara because of the widespread insecurity and unfavorable government policies since Dauda Lawal took over the mantle of leadership.

“Based on our objective observation, Governor Lawal Dauda is in no way interested in developing the state. His interest at this material time is to accumulate as many resources as possible to prosecute his reelection bid come 2027. This is totally unacceptable and we cannot sit idle and watch our Governor convert our revenue and resources to his personal estate at the expense of the suffering masses.

“Let us reiterate that Zamfara has no business with underdevelopment because the State is blessed with resources

By Simone Oladodu

The Concerned Northern Forum (CNF) has cleared a misconception surrounding recent attacks on Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, through a sponsored fake protest calling on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate him.

Addressing a press conference in Kaduna, the Chairman of the forum, Alhaji Aliyu Muhammad Sani, described the protest as another shameless and dishonest act perpetrated by a so-called faceless and non-existent group that claimed to be the All Progressives Congress Young Leaders Alliance (APC-YLA), which staged a protest demanding the probe of Matawalle.

“This is nothing but another episode in the series of sponsored, devilish, and character-damaging campaigns by certain unpatriotic, dishonest enemies of democracy threatened by the gigantic successes achieved by the Minister. The opposition has allegedly set aside a sum of 2 billion naira for such purposes.

“All their campaigns are nowhere close to the truth but are full of jargon, falsehoods, and devilish notes meant for destructive purposes. This is not the first attempt — they have tried using different organizations and persons, all of which have failed, yet they refuse to back down.”

He added, “We are here to expose them to Nigerians, reveal their real identities as the criminals and frauds that they are, and bring an end to their sponsored and unpatriotic plot. The APC-YLA is non-existent and nonfunctional, created solely for this smear campaign against Minister Matawalle.

“The address they provided is fake; it is merely a marketplace with no proper location. The protest itself was a farce — only a few participants were above 18, while the rest were minors, hired and paid peanuts to carry placards and chant slogans they did not understand.”

CNF also reported the matter to the All Progressives Congress (APC), expressing concern that the party’s name was being used in vain. The forum called on the APC and security agencies to investigate the group and publish a full list of its alleged members and affiliates.

The group expressed confidence that the ruling party would not allow itself to be used as a tool for witch hunts or personal vendettas and urged security agencies to act swiftly to expose and stop the imposters.

“We maintain that this madness must stop, sanity must return, and the normal status quo must be followed,” it stressed.

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