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Tinubu Scared Of My Grassroots Popularity Ahead Of 2027 Election – Sowore
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu is intimidated by his growing popularity among ordinary Nigerians ahead of the 2027 general election.
Sowore made the remark on Thursday, July 16, while speaking to journalists outside the Federal High Court after proceedings in his ongoing trial over alleged cybercrime-related offences.
The activist is being prosecuted over allegations that he published false information about President Tinubu by describing him as a “criminal” in posts shared on his personal X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook accounts. He has denied the allegations.
During the court session, the trial judge warned that the court could close the defence’s case if Sowore failed to proceed with presenting his defence.
Reacting to the development, Sowore alleged that the case against him was politically motivated and linked it to the approaching 2027 elections.
According to him, President Tinubu is worried about the level of support he enjoys among grassroots Nigerians despite not engaging in vote-buying or distributing gifts.
“But we know the big deal. The big deal is that there is an election that is coming. Tinubu is mortally, mortally afraid of my popularity with the grassroots,” Sowore said.
He stressed that his political movement does not rely on material inducements to attract supporters.
“But we are not paying a dime. We are not distributing bread. No soap, no rice, not even bitter kola, no TomTom, no kuli-kuli or akara,” he added.
Sowore further stated that Nigerians are increasingly identifying with his message and vision for the country.
“People are saying Sowore has come again. That’s what it’s all about. We are here to provide the leadership for this country that can make Nigeria work, including the judiciary,” he said.Demographics
The former presidential candidate maintained that his ambition is to provide leadership that would address challenges across all sectors, including strengthening Nigeria’s justice system.
The case has been adjourned as the court continues hearing the matter. Sowore has consistently maintained his innocence and insists that the charges against him are an attempt to silence his criticism of the current administration.
As part of its commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and boosting food security across Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc has distributed essential food supplies to more than 2,500 beneficiaries across eight communities in Uromi, Irrua, Edo State, under its Fidelity Food Bank initiative.
The intervention, held at the Uromi Town Hall in Esan Central Local Government Area of the state, underscores the bank’s continued efforts to improve the wellbeing of families and strengthen communities through targeted Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) interventions.
Speaking at the distribution event, the Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh, said the intervention demonstrated the bank’s commitment to making a meaningful difference in the communities where it operates.
“Today’s distribution will provide over 2,500 beneficiaries with essential food supplies. This event goes beyond the distribution of food items; it is about uplifting lives, strengthening communities and supporting families with resources that contribute to their wellbeing and resilience,” Nwagboh said.
He noted that the initiative also contributes to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2), which seeks to end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. He noted the Uromi intervention was designed to reach families across eight communities and provide immediate assistance to those affected by food insecurity.
He also disclosed that Fidelity Bank distributes 10,000 food packs every month through the Fidelity Food Bank programme, working with 19 partners across the country to reach communities where the need is greatest.
The intervention received commendation from the Edo State Government, with Governor Monday Okpebholo, represented by the state’s Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Jerry Uwangue, praising Fidelity Bank for extending the humanitarian initiative to residents of Uromi.
Uwangue said the intervention demonstrated the important role corporate organisations could play in improving community wellbeing, particularly at a time when families face increasing demands on their resources.
“At a time like this, when family needs come first, this act of kindness demonstrates that corporate organisations have a vital role to play in the wellbeing of our communities,” he said.
“On behalf of our Governor and the good people of Edo, particularly the people of Uromi, I thank Fidelity Bank for this remarkable demonstration of corporate responsibility and generosity. We encourage other corporate organisations to emulate this worthy example by giving back to the people and communities where they operate,” he added.
Beneficiaries of the bank’s gesture also expressed appreciation to Fidelity Bank and its partners for the intervention, noting that the food packs would provide meaningful relief and help ease the burden of feeding their families.
Introduced in April 2023, the Fidelity Food Bank programme is one of the bank’s flagship CSR initiatives aimed at reducing hunger and malnutrition while providing support to communities facing food insecurity. Since its inception, the programme has distributed more than 300,000 food packs to beneficiaries across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
Ranked among the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-fledged Commercial Deposit Money Bank serving over 9.1 million customers through digital banking channels, its 255 business offices in Nigeria and United Kingdom subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.
The Bank is a recipient of multiple local and international Awards, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards; the 2024 Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application award for its Fidelity Mobile App by Global Business Outlook, and the 2024 Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider award by Global Brands Magazine. Additionally, the Bank was recognized as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence and as the Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.
Ex- Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, Colonel Peter Kolawole Obasa (rtd), has died at the age of 88.
The Obasa family, in a statement announcing his passing, said he “peacefully answered the call to eternal rest” on Sunday.
Obasa was born on January 20, 1938.
The family described his life as one of “honour, service and fulfilment,” saying he left behind a remarkable legacy of “service, sacrifice, discipline, integrity and devotion to his family.”
The statement, titled “With Gratitude to God for a Life Well Spent,” said the family was mourning his departure while giving thanks to God “for the privilege of sharing his life and for the indelible mark he left on all who knew him.”
The deceased is survived by his family, including children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family said further details regarding his funeral arrangements would be announced in due course. (This Day)
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has released the timetable for the 2026 promotion examinations for senior police officers seeking advancement from Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) to Superintendent of Police (SP) and other higher ranks.
The commission announced the schedule on its official X handle on Sunday, with the examinations set to hold from Monday, September 28, to Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
According to the timetable, the first examination, for officers seeking promotion from Superintendent of Police (SP) to Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), will take place on Monday, September 28.
Accreditation for the examination is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m., while the examination will run from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
The second examination will hold on Tuesday, September 29, for officers seeking promotion from Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) to Superintendent of Police (SP).
Accreditation for the DSP-to-SP examination will take place between 8:00 a.m. and 10:50 a.m., followed by the examination from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
The final examination, scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, is for officers seeking promotion from Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) to Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP).
Accreditation on the final day will begin at 8:00 a.m. and close at 11:45 a.m., while the examination will be conducted from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
The PSC advised all participating officers to adhere strictly to their assigned accreditation and examination times as preparations for the promotion exercise continue.
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