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Tinubu released minors on compassionate ground – VP Shettima
In a compassionate move, Vice President Kashim Shettima announced that President Bola Tinubu has ordered the release of minors facing treason charges, emphasizing the humanitarian grounds for their liberation. While addressing the media at the Presidential Villa, Shettima highlighted the undeniable digital evidence that showed some protesters’ actions, which they themselves posted online.
He expressed concern over the estimated loss of over N300 billion due to the protests, which disrupted economic activities and damaged property.
During the reception of the released minors, who were among 114 #EndBadGovernance protesters cleared by the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, Shettima stated, “The President, as a father to the nation, believes in giving these young men a chance to become responsible citizens capable of making a positive difference in Nigeria.”
He urged the minors to reject violence and destructive behavior, reminding them of the significant financial losses incurred during the protests. “You are our children, and this opportunity is a chance to grow and contribute positively to society,” he added.
The Vice President also called on governors and elected officials to unite and help reintegrate the minors into their communities, stating that their shared identity as Nigerians is more significant than any divisions.
The minors were officially welcomed after being discharged from a Federal High Court in Abuja, and they were handed over to their state governors, Uba Sani of Kaduna and Abba Yusuf of Kano. The event also saw the presence of several ministers and key political figures, including the Deputy Senate President, Jubrin Barau.
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Corpse of Lagbaja arrives Nigeria as Presidency confirms death
The body of the former chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, who died a few days ago, has arrived in Nigeria.
The body arrived in the country on Tuesday night.
Lagbaja had reportedly battled aggressive prostate cancer that had got to the late stage.
All medical efforts to cure him had fallen through.
The Presidency on Wednesday announced the death of Lagbaja.
Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said Wednesday morning in a STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE that: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, regrets to announce the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff, at age 56.
“He passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness.
“Born on February 28, 1968, Lt. General Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu.
“His distinguished military career began when he enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1987. On September 19, 1992, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Nigerian Infantry Corps as a member of the 39th Regular Course.
“Throughout his service, Lt. General Lagbaja demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment, serving as a platoon commander in the 93 Battalion and the 72 Special Forces Battalion.
“He played pivotal roles in numerous internal security operations, including Operation ZAKI in Benue State, Lafiya Dole in Borno, Udoka in Southeast Nigeria, and Operation Forest Sanity across Kaduna and Niger States.
“An alumnus of the prestigious U.S. Army War College, he earned a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies, demonstrating his dedication to professional growth and excellence in military leadership.
Lt. General Lagbaja is survived by his beloved wife, Mariya, and their two children.
“President Tinubu expresses his heartfelt condolences to the family and the Nigerian Armed Forces during this difficult time. He wishes Lt. General Lagbaja eternal peace and honours his significant contributions to the nation”.
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Again, Trump wins 2024 US Presidential election
Donald J. Trump just won the 2024 election. President Elect Trump will be getting inaugurated on January 20, 2025 as the 47th President of The United States after the Electoral College vote on January 6th 2025.
The former president’s victory was the highlight of a big night for Republicans, who were also projected to regain control of the Senate after four years in the minority.
The fate of the House of Representatives was too close to call early Wednesday, with the majority not likely to be determined for several days.
In an eerie repeat of the scenes on Election Night 2016, thousands of Harris supporters who gathered on the campus of the veep’s alma mater, Howard University, to watch the results come in were left shocked and in tears as it became clear their candidate could not win.
In the end, it was not Harris but her campaign co-chair, Cedric Richmond, who was left to inform the desolate crowd that the Democratic nominee would not be appearing.
“We still have votes to count … so you won’t hear from the vice president tonight,” said Richmond, a former Louisiana congressman and Biden White House official. “She will be back here tomorrow.”
“Go HU and go Harris.”
The 45th president had projected supreme confidence against Harris, 60, in the final days of the race, with heavy messaging aimed at male voters and a marathon schedule of rallies and media appearances — including a shift at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s.
Meanwhile, Harris downplayed both her potential to make history as the first female president and her racial identity as a child of Jamaican and Indian immigrants.
Instead, she campaigned as a pro-small business warrior for the middle class, while seemingly disavowing a host of former left-wing stances she had espoused as San Francisco district attorney, California attorney general and a senator from the Golden State.
Trump’s victory makes him just the second president to be elected in non-consecutive cycles, joining Democrat Grover Cleveland — who was picked as the 22nd president in 1884 and the 24th president in 1892, with Republican Benjamin Harrison of Indiana serving four years in between.
The race was widely considered a toss-up right through Election Day, as surrogates for both candidates made rhetorical blunders that received widespread media attention.
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