Northern Elders Forum: Buhari Is In Denial Of His Failure To Secure Nigeria

President Buhari

The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) says President Muhammadu Buhari is in denial of his failure to secure Nigeria.

This was made known in a statement by Ango Abdullahi, its chairman, adding that the Buhari led government does not have any idea on what will provide relief or solution to insecurity and poverty in the land.

It said, “It has become necessary and appropriate, however, to make public, the position of the forum on important matters that affect the manner Nigerians live, and the future we must address. ”

“The forum regrets that by any standard of judgement, the leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari has failed the nation in the vital area of improving its security.

“The relationship between insecurity and poverty is fundamental, but the administration does not appear to have any idea on what will provide relief or solution.

“It gives the forum no pleasure to say that it had warned Nigerians that President Buhari lacked the will, the competence and commitment to lead it into a secure and prosperous future before the 2019 elections.

“It is shocking that in spite of unprecedented consensus among Nigerians that the administration requires a new resolve, approach and leadership in the fight against the nation’s multiple security challenges, President Buhari appears either totally isolated or in deep denial over the result of his failures to secure Nigerians. ”

It said with the mindset, it is difficult to see how Buhari can accept the challenge to “radically improve his handling of our security situation”.

”The north knows its interests, and will stand together to elect only persons who meet the standards and interests of the people of the North.

“No politician should assume that they are entitled to our support unless they show a clear understanding and a commitment to deal with our problems and meet our aspirations.”

Why I Can’t Interfere In Ganduje/Sanusi Feud: Buhari

President Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari says he is unable to interfere in the dispute between Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje and the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II because the constitution hasn’t given such power.

This was as the Emir of Ningi, Alhaji Yunusa Danyaya, on Thursday pleaded with Buhari to save the traditional institution in the North from being destroyed by urgently intervening in the conflict between Sanusi and Ganduje.

While speaking in a chat with newsmen at his palace in Ningi, he said: “I am begging the President as a father to all to please in the name of Allah to intervene in the problem happening in Kano and settle this dispute between the Emir and the Governor.

“I have high hopes that Buhari will not allow the traditional institution to be humiliated and bastardised, ”  the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) quoted him as saying.

However, in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, Buhari said: “I know my role as the President of Nigeria.

“By the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Governor of Kano State has his own roles, once a matter is in the hands of the House of Assembly (like in Kano), the President has no Constitutional right to interfere.

“I am here by the Constitution, I swore by it, and I am going to stand by it. But let me tell you the bottom line of my understanding of the Constitutional role is that peace and security of all Nigerians must be guaranteed, where the people are threatened, then I will use my constitutional powers,” he said.

“I hope you are mindful of your promises to your constituencies. You went round and you promised your constituencies. I hope the promises you made are within the resources of your state.

“If you made promises outside your resources, it will be your problem because you are going to stand again in four years’ time. This is very important and it is important for our party,” he said.

Why I Go To Work With My Resignation Letter In My Pocket – Abia Speaker

Chinedum Orji

Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji, says he goes to work every day with his resignation letter in his pocket.

The speaker, who is the son of the former governor of the state, Theodore Orji said this during a recent interview with Vanguard.

The speaker said he contested election in 2015 just to be a member of the assembly and only wanted people to know him for who he is as people thought he couldn’t “even speak proper English, talk less of expressing myself. The impression of me out there was that of an illiterate. ”

To those pushing propaganda against hi., be says he “cannot respond to every propaganda. I am only responding to it now because I don’t want the governor to be distracted from his job which is enormous.”

“To calm their mind, let me tell you that at any time I wear my suit to go to work, I always have my resignation letter in my pocket; at any time the Governor feels I am no longer protecting his interest or the interest of my colleagues, I will simply submit my resignation letter and go my way.”

EFCC Investigates Theodore Orji Over Numerous Bank Accounts

There are reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is investigating former governor of Abia State, Senator Theodore Orji, over billions of Naira allegedly traced to his son.

The former governor has also been accused of diverting, while in office, N383 billion revenue from the Federation Account, N55 billion Excess Crude revenue, N2.3 billion Sure-P revenue, N1.8 billion ecological funds, N10.5 billion loan, N12 billion Paris Club refund, N2 billion agricultural loan and N55 billion ASOPADEC money.

According to a petition to the anti-graft agency, the funds were received without commensurate projects on ground.

Vanguard reports that he ex-governors first son, Chinendum Orji Eyinanya, who is presently the Speaker of Abia State House of Assembly, is said to be a frequent guest at the EFCC Headquarters to throw light on his involvement in the alleged fraud as he is alleged to have about 100 accounts in different banks, with over 80% of the accounts still very active.

‘You did the right thing crying out at the right time, unlike myself’ – Teebillz writes to Harrysong

Tiwa Savage’s ex-hubby, Teebillz who once battled and recovered from depression has reached out to singer, Harrysong saying, he’s been there before.

According to Teebillz, Harrysong did the right thing by crying out at the right time to get the needed help. ‘It’s Ok “not to be Ok sometimes my Brother” and there’s no shame to it! I’ve been there! The Saddest part is that our society shy’s away from the truth and being human, we are covered up by a culture that is so far lost. We emulate the western world at our convenience but shy away from the reality of consciousness’ he wrote.

He added that, ‘you did the right thing, crying out at the right time, unlike myself! The western world that we emulate has lost so many lives due to ignorance. Your mind is the greatest weapon to attack the delusional world that we live in bro! When you understand the dynamics of life, define your values and understand your purpose in life, the rest is a daily exercise. Gratitude is my recommendation. If we can all exercise empathy and love to one another, The world will be a better place to contain all of us in peace. Don’t get carried away from reality and the social media world folks!’.

”This is the worst government since 1999” – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and PDP presidential hopeful, has described the Buhari-led goverment as the worst government Nigeria has had since 1999.

Atiku who submitted his presidential nomination form last Thursday and hopes to be the PDP presidential candidate in the 2019 election, berated the government of the day when he paid a courtesy visit to Ahmed Makarfi, former caretaker committee chairman of the party who is also a presidential aspirant of the PDP.

“You can definitely acknowledge that since the return of democracy, we have not had a worst period than now, whether in terms of economy, whether in terms of unity, whether in terms of security, this is the worst time since 1999. The maladministration of the APC government is very evident, we have the highest record of unemployment since 1999, we have the highest inflation, we have multiple exchange rates that discourage foreign investment. We have the highest level of insecurity since 1999.

“People are more angry, people are poorer more than at anytime. Nigeria is rated as the headquarters of poverty in the world. This is unthinkable for a country that is endowed with human and natural resources like ours, just because of lack of clear headed leadership and direction, this is where we find ourselves. So, it is obvious that we just have to change the leadership of this country.” he said

Photos from APC NEC meeting where President Buhari announced his intention to seek re-election in 2019

President Buhari announced his intention to run for a second term at the National Executive Council meeting in Abuja this morning. See more photos below…

Here’s how Nigerians are reacting to President Buhari’s decision to run for second term in office

Moments ago, President Buhari confirmed his intention to run for a second term in office come 2019 and its generating mixed reactions from Nigerians online.

President @MBuhari has just announced his intention to seek the presidential ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and contest for a second term of Office in the 2019 elections.

— Presidency Nigeria (@NGRPresident) April 9, 2018

A tweet by the verified Twitter account of the presidency says, ‘President @MBuhari has just announced his intention to seek the presidential ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and contest for a second term in Office in the 2019 elections’.

See how Nigerians are reacting to the news below…

I will run for second term – President @MBuhari

It is official #PMBForNigeria 2019.

For those who want to hug transformer, the time is now. pic.twitter.com/3ixcKuplXR

— #ChangeHasCome (@ChangeHasComee) April 9, 2018

Chikuka where are you going..?
"Buhari announce to run for 2019"#PMBForNigeria 2019 pic.twitter.com/d2CwTwg7xI

— abdallah (@captain_abdull) April 9, 2018

Only if Buahri can swallow his pride and ask Goodluck how painful it is to be sent out of Aso Villa

— Aondokator King Daniels (@meetkators) April 9, 2018

Please what's the koko point of this APC NEC meeting, is Oyegun and his squad to continue? Is APC to hold congress? Buahri's 2019 announcement is overshadowing the meeting!

— da Moving Lips….. (@VoiceOfPerez) April 9, 2018

Part 1 of 2 of my most fervent prayers has just been answered. Buhari has announced to APC NEC (National Evil Committee) that he will seek re-election in 2019.

Part 2: to disgrace him out of office & prove that no man no matter how highly placed is near to God! Now loading 

— Babasola Kuti (@SKSolaKuti) April 9, 2018

Breaking news… Buhari confirms he is running for second term… Good luck Sir…

— Dele Momodu Ovation (@DeleMomodu) April 9, 2018

Now that President Buhari has declared interest to run for the second term, the letter writers should meet us at the polls.

— Sunday Ogo (@Sidac06) April 9, 2018

We are very happy to hear about the president Muhammadu buhari for second term in office.

— Mohammed Garba (@Mohamme43607036) April 9, 2018

I’m sorry, why are Buhari boys making noise on the timeline? Wasn’t it obvious Buhari was going to run for a second term? pic.twitter.com/dcjzMqT8pU

— – jeffrey (@VillageParrot) April 9, 2018

The most interesting thing about Buhari seeking reelection for a second term is that he will no longer hide under the guise of "No presidential debate" there must be a presidential debate whether you like it or not

— Davvydoe Jasper (@KingDavidJasper) April 9, 2018

And some people will still vote Buhari and Aketi for second term with all these negativity and obvious failure.

— Inspector Waziri (@AlexAkinnibosun) April 9, 2018

Now that President Muhammmadu Buhari has officially announced his intension to seek second term for the office of the presidency in 2019, I’m very happy for Nigerians. In the interest of the country, we will do our very best to get him re-elected. #Buhari2019

— Lawal Sama’ila Yakawada (@LawalYakawada) April 9, 2018

So Buhari is returning for a second term, ohh my!!!

— Belteshazzar (@sleekestdee) April 9, 2018

Buhari wants to run for a second term

Me: Don't say it again pic.twitter.com/yi8J4mYisQ

—  THIN TALL CEEJAY  (@ceejayonlyne) April 9, 2018

Buhari declares 2 run for second term,My ques is y his he running,who dey pursueam@YemieFASH

— Adegbenro Adewale (@walatakotoshjap) April 9, 2018

Buhari declares intention to run for second term

Nigerian president Buhari, has declared his intention to run for a second term.

The news was shared online by Nasir El-Rufai who tweeted;

BREAKING NEWS: PMB has just announced to APC NEC his intention to run for a second term of office. Alhamdulillah. – Nasir El-Rufai

— Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai (@elrufai) April 9, 2018

Read President Buhari’s speech at APC leaders meeting where he declared his intention to run for a second term

President Buhari today declared his intention to seek re-election in 2019. President Buhari made the declaration at a closed-door meeting of the National Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Read his speech at the meeting below

His remarks:

REMARKS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, ON THE REPORT SUBMITTED BY THE ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS NATIONAL EXECUTIVE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE 9TH APRIL, 2018

I am delighted to welcome you all to this very important meeting in the affairs of our party and our country. I want to specifically thank members of the Technical Committee for a job well done within the limited time frame.

2. It shows a great sense of commitment to the ideals of our party with a view to consolidating and positioning the party to continue delivering good governance in the overall interest of Nigerians.

3. With the present state of the party and based on the report submitted by the Technical Committee, It is important to focus on how to move the party forward by avoiding actions detrimental to the interest of the party. Considering that politics is a game of numbers, we must not be a house divided against itself and must try to note, appreciate and accommodate our differences as far as the law permits.

4. Upon my review of the Report, my position is to ensure that the party tows the path of unity, legality and cohesion and not that of division.

5. Therefore, I am stressing that we should strengthen our internal democracy by organising the Party’s Congresses and Convention where election of National Executive Committee members would be held. This will automatically end the cases filed by members seeking orders of Court compelling the party to hold its Congresses.

6. I also believe that the current executives should be free to vie for elective positions in the party if they so wish as permitted by our Party constitution.

7. However, considering the provision of Article 31(1)(iii) of the APC Constitution which requires any serving officer desirous of seeking re-election to resign from office 30 days before election, I am not sure of the practicality of present serving officers’ ability to meet this condition.

8. Accordingly, the party may consider granting waivers to party executives at all levels so that they are not disenfranchised from participating in the elections should they wish to do so, provided this does not violate our rules.

9. Necessary waiver(s) should also be extended to executives at the Ward level whose tenures may have elapsed, and indeed to anyone knocking at our doors from other political parties. This is in the spirit of the Right to Freedom of Association guaranteed by the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).

10. In this circumstance, the party should officially issue a statement on the above Waivers so that our house may be full. We all must not be ignorant of the times, and the journey that is ahead of us.

11. Just like our party symbol; “the Broom,” which typifies strength in unity, let us strive to remain united in our purpose. Victory is sure by the Grace of God, and together we must continue to sanitize Nigeria’s political environment.

12. Once again, I welcome you all to this meeting with the hope that we will, in our deliberations today, conduct ourselves without rancour and promote the highest interest of the party and the nation.

Thank you.

Garba Shehu
Senior Special Assistant to the President
Media & Publicity
April 9, 2018

”I prefer Buhari the Army General” Zahra Buhari reacts to her father’s declaration to seek a second term in office

She dropped her comment on President Buhari’s official photographer, Bayo Omoboriowo’s IG page.