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APC Chieftain Advocates for Nigeria’s Division as Path to Progress
Dr. Adebayo Orire, a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State, has voiced his belief that Nigeria must break up to achieve genuine progress and sustainable development. In a recent interview at his home in Ikoro-Ekiti, located in Ijero Local Government Area, Orire emphasized that the country’s current structure is impeding growth due to longstanding disunity and deep-rooted ethnic divides.
Orire expressed his view that Nigeria cannot continue in its current form, arguing that the nation faces two options: to prosper by evolving or to break apart peacefully. “Nigeria cannot go on like this. For the nation to truly advance, it must either evolve or dissolve peacefully without violence,” he explained, speaking to the Daily Sun.
The APC chieftain also pointed to rising separatist movements across Nigeria as signs of this underlying division. He referenced the persistent calls for autonomy among groups such as the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Yoruba nationalist factions, and various groups in the Middle Belt. In his view, these movements underscore the deep-seated ethnic allegiances that overshadow a collective Nigerian identity, making national unity difficult.
“People see themselves as Yoruba, Hausa, Fulani, Igbo, or Efik before they see themselves as Nigerians,” he said, noting that over a century of efforts have failed to unify these diverse groups. “We need to ask ourselves why we keep trying to force unity, and why we’re ignoring the reality of our divisions,” Orire added.
Suggesting a peaceful path forward, Orire called for a dissolution into smaller, region-based entities to foster genuine development and stability. He believes that allowing each ethnic or regional group to manage its affairs would better serve Nigeria’s people, providing an environment where communities can flourish independently.
Orire also offered candid thoughts on President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He acknowledged Tinubu’s political insight and strategic skills, noting that he has long been respected as a knowledgeable leader. However, he expressed disappointment with the President’s current performance, suggesting a gap between Tinubu’s potential and his current leadership. “Tinubu is brilliant and highly experienced. If asked to offer solutions outside the presidency, he could probably solve issues in minutes. But as President, I’m unsure what has changed,” Orire remarked, sharing his concerns.
In his remarks, Orire underscored his belief that Nigeria’s future would be more promising if the country’s leadership prioritized peaceful solutions, advocating for a peaceful restructuring that would allow each region to pursue growth and stability independently.
Ogun State Police Command last night re-arrested Ladi Adebutu, former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
His re-arrest was in connection with the disturbances that occurred during the local government elections in Iperu-Remo, Ikenne Local Government, last Saturday.
Adebutu’s re-arrest followed his recent release from the Department of State Services (DSS), where he had been interrogated on similar allegations.
At press time, Adebutu was in police custody.
He is accused of recruiting about 40 unauthorised police officers from Lagos and coordinating PDP thugs to disrupt the local government election.
After he was earlier released yesterday, he said: “At about 7am on Tuesday, November 19, I was released by the Department of State Services in Abeokuta, following an invitation to answer to spurious accusations arising from the November 16 local government election in Ogun State. My arrest and detention by DSS are meant to silence me.’’
The 24-member Edo State House of Assembly has approved Governor Monday Okpebholo’s request to appoint 20 special advisers, to enhance effective administration.
The approval followed a letter submitted by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Musa Ikhilor, seeking the house’s consent for the appointments.
The motion for the approval was moved by the Majority Leader, Charity Aiguobarueghian, seconded by the Minority Leader, Eric Okaka.
Aiguobarueghian cited Section 196 (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which granted the governor the authority to appoint special advisers.
The motion received unanimous support during a voice vote, clearing the way by the Chief Blessing Agbebaku-led House of Assembly for Okpebholo to proceed with the appointments.
The assembly also received a letter from the governor, nominating Emmanuel Okoebor as commissioner for Finance-designate, while requesting the lawmakers to confirm the appointment.
Governor Okpebholo yesterday kicked off construction of the first flyover at the popular Ramat Park, Benin, as part of efforts to reduce traffic congestion in the city.
Boko Haram/Islamic State’s West Africa Province terrorists have attacked troops at the Gubio Local Government area of Borno State, killing five.
Also, 10 soldiers were wounded and four are missing in action.
The troops, during the attack, also killed many of the terrorists.
In a statement on Tuesday, the Defence Headquarters confirmed the incident.
The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, said the attack would not discourage the troops in the counter-terrorism operations in the state and beyond.
He said, “The coordinated attack saw five killed in action soldiers, 10 wounded, and four missing in action, while troops eliminated several terrorists as well as recovered weapons.
“Some equipment, including one gun truck, three TCVs, and an excavator, were burnt by the enemy forces.
“A reinforcement team with air components was dispatched to exploit the general area and the terrorists’ withdrawal route.
“However, it is pertinent to note that such an attack shall not deter the troops and armed forces of Nigeria from seeing the end of terrorism, insurgency, and other insecurity challenges facing the country.”
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