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Edo 2024:Ribadu threatens to sue PDP chair over election rigging allegation
The National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has demanded retraction of the false and malicious allegation levelled against him by the Edo State chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Anthony Aziegbemi, that he was plotting to rig the upcoming governorship election in the state.
The party chairman had, in a statement widely circulated on Saturday, accused the federal government of scheming to rig the election. He also alleged that the NSA released $2 million to the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as part of the plot.
But in a letter addressed to the party chieftain dated September 15, 2024, the NSA demanded retraction of what the “totally false” allegation.
His lawyer, Marian Aigbedion of Charles Musa & Co, said the “malicious and libelous statement has brought our client into public disdain and odium.
“Your portrayal of our client as a corruption enabler and his office as an appendage of a political party willing to cause chaos in Edo State is entirely false and damaging to his reputation.
“As a renowned career police officer and pioneer Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), our client has consistently demonstrated integrity and a commitment to fighting corruption. It is inconceivable that he would be involved in such odious acts.”
Ribadu, therefore, asked Mr Aziegbemi to publicly apologise to him and retract the publication in its entirety.
He also demanded that the retraction statement should be published as “a full-page advertorial in at least five nationwide newspapers, ten reputable and well-read online news sites, seven national and international television stations and ten radio channels with national and international reach”.
The NSA also demanded the payment of N10 billion “as damages for reputational and other injuries.”
The lawyers informed the party chairman that failure to comply with the demands within seven days might compel them to take further steps, which could include legal action to enforce Ribadu’s rights.
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Breaking:Government Declares Monday As Another Public Holiday
Kano state Government North Western Nigeria has declared Monday 23rd September as public Holiday .
The signing of the Holiday was contained in a statement from the office of the Head of civil service.
In a statement signed by Abba Danguguwa Permanent secretary Human resources office of the Head of civil service Abba A Danguguwa said its in commemoration of the 7th day of the birth of the holy prophet .
Kano people celebrate it as Ranar Takutaha
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Shettima To Lead Nigeria’s Delegation To 79Th UN General Assembly
President Bola Tinubu will not attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly session in New York this year.
The President has thus directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation.
President Tinubu, who returned to the country last Sunday after his trip to China and the United Kingdom, wants to focus on domestic issues and address some of the country’s challenges, especially after the recent devastating flooding.
At UNGA 79, Vice President Shettima will deliver Nigeria’s national statement to the General Assembly, attend important sideline events, and hold bilateral meetings.
In a statement by Special Adviser to the President on information and strategy Bayo Onanuga The high-level General Debate, with the theme “Leaving no one behind: Acting together for the advancement of peace, sustainable development and human dignity for present and future generations,” will run from Tuesday, September 24, through Saturday, September 28, 2024.
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Hon. Bichi Sponsors 200 Postgraduate Scholarships in Constituency
The Kabir Abubakar Bichi Foundation led by Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar Bichi, the member of the House of Representatives for Bichi Federal Constituency from Kano State and Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, has sponsored 200 constituents for postgraduate studies in various Nigerian universities.
The secretary General of the Foundation Zahraddeen Bello stated this to newsmen in Kano
He said among the beneficiaries of the scholarship program are 37 PhD candidates and 163 students pursuing master’s degrees.
According to him ,the lawmaker has allocated over N46 million (N46,171,792.50) to fund the scholarships. His sponsorship initiative also includes providing support for students from Bichi Local Government Area studying in various Nigerian universities. Additionally, he sponsors all science and technical boarding students from Bichi and the distribution of educational and instructional materials to all SS 1 students of the constituency.
The distribution of beneficiaries spans several institutions, including:
1.Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU) – 3
2.Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria – 19
3.Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Wudil – 26
4.Al-Qalam University, Katsina – 3
5.Bayero University, Kano – 95
6.Federal University Dutse, Jigawa – 3
7.Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina – 22
8.Federal University of Technology, Minna – 5
9.Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola – 3
10National Open University of Nigeria – 1
11.Sa’adu Zungur State University, Gadau – 1
12.Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina – 2
13.University of Benin – 1
14.University of Ibadan – 1
15.University of Jos – 1
16.Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto – 1
17.Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano – 13
He pointed out that the initiative is part of Honourable Bichi’s broader commitment to enhancing educational opportunities in his constituency.
Accordingly ,the distribution of the postgraduate scholarship by Rep. Bichi through his foundation is a yearly gesture since his election as member of the House of representatives in 2019 and 2023 respectively .
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Hon. Bichi Sponsors 200 Postgraduate Scholarships in Constituency
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Cost of Dan Agundi, Tal’udu Bridges Could Build 6,000 Houses for the Masses, Says Activist
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