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GT Bank: NGIJ condemns arrest of member

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The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) condemns in its entirety the brazen display of corporate intimidation by Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) its attempt to muzzle the press by arresting a journalist, Olurotimi Olawale, for simply doing his job.

In a statement jointly signed by the duo of Abdulrahman Aliagan and Rowland Olonishuwa; President and Secretary, respectively, the Guild highlighted that the recent arrest of its member, Olurotimi Olawale, is one of the miss recent attempt by the bank to gag the press.

“Today 20th of September, 2024, Olurotimi Olawale was arrested by security personnel, who simply identified themselves as police officers from Zone 2, for reportedly using a story deemed unfavourable to Guaranty Trust and its CEO, Segun Agbaje.

“This blatant attempt to stifle investigative journalism has drawn condemnation from media watchdogs, human rights groups, and concerned citizens.

“This is a disturbing trend that threatens the very fabric of our democracy as GTCO’s actions demonstrates a staggering disregard for the principles of press freedom.

“The incident raises serious questions about GTCO’s commitment to transparency and accountability. By silencing critics through coercion, the bank undermines the public’s right to information and perpetuates a culture of impunity.

“Olawale Olurotimi’s ordeal serves as a chilling reminder of the risks faced by journalists who dare to hold powerful individuals and institutions alike accountable. As Nigeria struggles to maintain its democratic credentials, GTCO’s actions are a stark reminder of the challenges ahead.

“Nigerians must demand greater accountability from corporate entities and safeguard the rights of journalists to report without fear of reprisal”, the Guild said.

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Breaking: Court Drops Charges Against Minors

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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.

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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

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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.

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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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Breaking: Tinubu Orders Release of Minors Arrested Over Endbadgovernance Protest

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President Bola Ahmad Tinubu

President Tinubu Orders release of all minors who participated in the Endbadgovernance protest .

 

The minister of information and national orientation Muhammad Idris stated this to state House correspondents.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents, on Monday.

The Minister was flanked by the Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy; Sunday Dare, Special Adviser on Public Communications and orientation.

Idris stated that the President has instructed the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to begin the process of securing the minors’ release without delay.

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“The President has directed that all minors be released on the and also reunited with their families anywhere they are in the country. A committee has been set up to look at the issues surrounding their arrest, detention and release. All the law enforcement agents related to the case will be investigated and anyone found wanting will be brought to book,” he said.

 

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