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#ENDSARS: Nigeria’s Unity Sacrosanct-Defence Minister
Abbas Yushau Yusuf
Minister of Defense, Major General Bashir Salihi Magashi says that the Federal government would go the extra mile to sustain the unity and integrity of Nigeria.
The defense Minister gave the declaration on Saturday while addressing stakeholders and leaders of ethic groups and religious groups on the prevailing protest in Kano.
He insisted that the government would not allow the wave of unrest being orchestrated by sponsors of EndSARS protest across the country to degenerate the country into anarchy.
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The Minister also expressed the presidency’s regret over the unfortunate protest across the country, said president Muhammad Buhari has directed all ministers and members of Federal executive council to prevail on their constituencies the need to restore peace.
General Magashi who reminded Nigeria is contending with enough economic and security challenges vowed that the government would do everything possible to mitigate further destruction of life and property in the country.
While emphasizing on the critical need to maintain peace and tranquility, Magashi urged the youths to seek their demands through lawful and peaceful manner and desist from destructive voyage capable of crippling the relative socio-economic and political development in the country.
He explained that President Muhammadu Buhari has urgently responded to the yearnings of EndSARS agitation on the disbandment of SARS, added that the government is sensitive and responsive to the plight of Nigerians.
The Minister urged leadership of various ethnic groups and critical stakeholders in Kano to prevail on angry youths to be patient with the Federal government and seek democratic means and approach while Agitating for their rights.
Also speaking, the Leader of Ibo community and Eze Ndigbo in Kano, Chief Boniface Ibekwe apologized for the protest allegedly embarked by youths in Sabongari community that eventually turned violence.
Chief Ibekwe who said that the protesting youths have no blessing of Igbo leaders and community in Kano however pledged to ensure peace reign in the community.
On his part the Chief Imam Of Kano Professor Emeritus Sani Zahraddin said Islam abhors violence and enjoined followers to be of great help to one another for tranquility to endure in the society.
Prof Sani Zahraddin added that Muslims will continue to uphold tenents of peace and harmony among followers of other religions.
On his part, the chairman of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kano Chapter, Reverend Samuel Adeyemi Adeyemo explained that no Christian would embark on destruction of property and truncate the peaceful atmosphere in the state.
He said CAN is committed to peace and will continue to support government efforts to maintain peace and development in Kano.
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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors
The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.
In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.
The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.
They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.
The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.
In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.
This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.
Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.
The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.
President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.
The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.
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Breaking: Court Drops Charges Against Minors
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday struck out the charges brought against a total of 119 #EndBadGovernance protesters.
All 119 protesters were arraigned on Friday, November 1 on charges bordering on Treason felony, inciting to mutiny, among others.
The defendants were arraigned in two batches at the previous proceeding.
The first batch comprised a total of 76 protesters which included 32 minors and the second batch a total of 43 protesters.
The trial judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, struck out the suit following an application by the counsel to the Attorney General of the Federation, M. D Abubakar, to take over and discontinue the matter.
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NNPP Crisis: Assembly Members Deny Factional Differences
By Salisu Baso
As the crisis erupted within Kano’s ruling party NNPP, with some members calling for the governor to stand independently, the Kano State House of Assembly has denied knowledge of any of its members being involved in the rifts.
The Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Lawan Hussain, representing Dala Constituency, revealed this to newsmen in an interview with journalists over the publication of an online newspaper, Daily Nigeria, stating that some members of the NNPP in the House have joined the factional crisis.
He described the news as a fabricated and mischievous story from unpatriotic elements planning to destroy the peace reigning within the party. He said that as far as the members of the House are concerned, there are no conflicts between the governor and the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.
The Majority Leader therefore assured the party parliament members of their solid support for the leader of the Kwankwasiyya and state governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, adding that the governor considers Senator Kwankwaso his mentor.
On the issue of some party members calling for the governor to be independent (Tsaya da Kafar Ka), Hon. Dala said the governor is operating independently without interference from any person. He therefore accused some opposition politicians from the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, of sponsoring unpatriotic people to ignite a crisis in the state with a view to disrupting the government’s development initiatives.
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