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Group of ex- federal lawmakers wants President Tinubu to quit office over deteriorating security

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2 weeks ago

November 19, 2025

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A group of former lawmakers under the aegis of House To the Rescue HTC, on Wednesday demanded for the resignation of President Bola TInubu over the deterioration of security across the country.

This was stated in a jointly signed statement by the six zonal coordinators: Hon. Muhammed Musa Soba – North West
Hon. Zakari Mohammed – North Central, Hon. Olasupo Abiodun – South West, Hon. Sadiq Ibrahim – North East, Hon. Uko Nkole – South East, Hon. Bassey Eko Ewa – South South declaring that:

“The continued deterioration of security across Nigeria has reached an intolerable and unforgivable threshold.
Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s watch, Nigerians have been subjected to unprecedented levels of killings,
kidnappings, mass displacement, and unchecked terror by non-state armed groups.

The group noted that:” the Nigerian state has failed in
its most basic and sacred duty: to protect the lives and property of its citizens.

“Credible data from civil-society organizations and security-monitoring groups present a grim and damning indictment of this administration:

“Over 10,000 Nigerians have been killed by terrorists, bandits, insurgents, and other non-state actors since the
beginning of President Tinubu’s tenure.

“In 2023 alone, 3,841 people were killed by non-state actors.
Between May 2024 and May 2025, 6,549 Nigerians were killed, with many more injured, raped, displaced, or traumatized.

“Kidnapping has grown into a nationwide criminal industry: 4,243 people abducted in 2023, 2,691 abducted in Tinubu’s first year, and 3,804 abducted between May 2024 and May 2025.

“Terror groups and kidnappers have demanded – and received – billions of naira in ransom, deepening insecurity and strengthening criminal networks.

“Amnesty International further reports that in Zamfara State alone, 638 villages have been sacked, with 725 communities still under bandit control or influence.

“These figures are not just statistics; they represent shattered lives, destroyed communities, and a nation bleeding
without relief.

“The tragic abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi State, the murder of the Vice Principal of the school and several staff
members, as well as the gruesome killing of Brigadier General U. A. Uba by ISWAP, are the latest painful reminders of a government that has lost control and lost touch with the realities of its people.

“May their souls be blessed. Ameen.
But even in the face of these national tragedies, the government remains unmoved. Instead of action and empathy, Nigerians are confronted with careless political celebrations.

“The recent acceptance and celebration of political decampees by Vice President Kashim Shettima – at a time when families are grieving and communities
are under attack – is insensitive, irresponsible, and deeply shameful.
Given the scale of death, destruction, and national suffering – and the complete failure of leadership – it is clear
that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has lost the moral, ethical, and constitutional legitimacy to remain in office.

“We therefore demand the following:
1. Immediate resignation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
2. Immediate suspension of all federal capital projects, with all resources redirected toward national security
operations, rescue missions, rebuilding destroyed communities, and restoring territorial control.

3. A national security emergency plan led by professionals, not politicians.
Nigeria cannot continue on this path of bloodshed, impunity, and national collapse.

“The Nigerian people deserve
leadership that values their lives and responds to their suffering. The time for excuses is over. The time for accountability is now.

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PHOTOS: FCT Minister, Wike, inspects ongoing construction of Interchange Bridge, Road linking Maitama, Gishiri, Jahi with Gwarinpa today

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2 hours ago

December 5, 2025

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The Minister of FCT today inspected ongoing construction of Interchange Bridge, Road linking Maitama, Gishiri, Jahi with Gwarinpa today

The Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike today, Friday inspected ongoing construction of Interchange Bridge, Road linking Maitama, Gishiri, Jahi with Gwarinpa.

The project is titled; Full scope development of Arterial Road N16 (Shehu Shagari Way) from Ring Road II to Ring Road III with Two Interchange Bridges at N16/RRII and N16/RIII intersections.

The portion from RRI to Arterial Road N20 (Solomon Lar Way) within Katampe District was developed and commissioned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to mark 2nd year Anniversary of his Administration.

The portion from N20 to RRII is being developed under Jahi District Infrastructure Project, leaving the undeveloped portion from RRIII to Arterial Road N40 to link the road that leads to the Renewed Hope Estate in Karsana Districts.

The portion of this Arterial Road N16 under reference traverses the Gwarimpa Housing Estate and this segment of the road when developed will provide access to the Gwarimpa Housing Estate located within Bunkoro and Wupa Districts as well as Sector Center E which is the hub of commercial and social activities comprising group of four districts namely; Gwarimpa II – C03, Kafe – C05, Wupa – C15 and Bunkoro – C18 Districts in Phase III of the Federal Capital City.

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“Why I dumped PDP for APC “- Rivers Speaker, Amaewhule

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December 5, 2025

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The Speaker of Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon Martin Amaewhule, on Friday gave reasons why he dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).

“The major reason for leaving the PDP is because of the division in the PDP,” Amaewhule, who represents Obio-Akpor I constituency, told the lawmakers on Friday.

He commended President Bola Tinubu for some programmes embarked upon by his administration that have benefited Nigerians, especially Rivers people.

According to the Speaker, his defection would enable him to partner with President Tinubu for the overall good of the Rivers people.

Amaewhule said, “Distinguished colleagues, let me happily announce to honourable members that your Speaker, Rt Hon Martin Chike Amaewhule, has decided and has indeed written to my Ward Chairman, Mr Osondo Orlu, of my decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party.

“APC is my new party. I will do all that is needed to be done towards ensuring that the party card of the All Progressives Congress is issued to me in no time. I am happy to be a member of the APC so that we can join forces with Mr President. He is doing so much for this country.

“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu means well for Nigeria. He is tackling issues of security headlong. The President has shown love to Rivers State; he is helping Rivers people to be part of the governance of this country. I am so delighted to be part of the APC so we can support the President right inside the All Progressives Congress.”

Amaewhule defected along with 15 other members of the House on Friday.

Also included were Igwe Aforji (Eleme), Tekena Wellington (Asari-Toru 1), Looloo Opuende (Akuku-Toru 2), Peter Abbey (Degema), Arnold Dennis (Ogu/Bolo), Chimezie Nwankwo (Etche), and Ofiks Kabang (Andoni).

Since returning to civil rule in 1999, the PDP has maintained a tight grip on the oil-rich Rivers state, until the protracted crisis rocked the state, which pitched the lawmakers against Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

The crisis led to the partial demolition of the State Assembly complex by forces allegedly loyal to Fubara as well as the attempted moves to impeach the governor by the lawmakers loyal to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.

Worried by the development, President Bola Tinubu waded in to douse the tensions and declared a state of emergency on March 18.

The emergency declaration led to the suspension of Governor Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu and the lawmakers.

At the expiration of the exercise, he reinstated Fubara, his deputy and the lawmakers on September 17.

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Finally Rivers Speaker, 15 Other Assembly Members Dump PDP , join APC

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4 hours ago

December 5, 2025

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The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, defected along with 15 other members of the House on Friday.

Speaker of Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule

The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, defected to the All Progressives Congress.

Amaewhule defected along with 15 other members of the House on Friday.

The House of Assembly is currently in session with the defectors blaming their departure from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on the crisis in the party.

Others who dumped the PDP were the Deputy Speaker, Dumle Maol (Gokana), Major Jack (Akuku-Toru), Linda Stewart (Okrika), Franklin Nwabochi (Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni), Azeru Opara (Port Harcourt 3), Smart Adoki (Port Harcourt 2), Enemi George (Asari-Toru 2), and Solomon Wami (Port Harcourt 1).
Also included were Igwe Aforji (Eleme), Tekena Wellington (Asari-Toru 1), Looloo Opuende (Akuku-Toru 2), Peter Abbey (Degema), Arnold Dennis (Ogu/Bolo), Chimezie Nwankwo (Etche), and Ofiks Kabang (Andoni).

Details shortly…