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Declare Presidential Ambition within 30Days or Face Protests, Activist, CSO Tell Okorocha
A social crusader, Solomon Semaka and a Civil Society Organisation, Save Nigeria Movement (SNM) have given Senator representing Imo West Senatorial District, Rochas Okorocha 30 days to declare his ambition to contest for the nation’s presidency or mobilise one million graduates to compel him to stand for the office.
The duo believe Nigeria in its present form cannot survive without Senator Okorocha’s intervention as he possess the competence and patriotism as a business man as well as a politician to help the country as President and Commander.
In a letter written by solicitor to the duo, T.D Sorkaa for Sorkaa and Associates, already, 1000 graduates are determined to contribute N100 each to purchase interest form for Senator Okorocha.
The letter reads in part, “Demand by Mr. Solomon Semaka and Save Nigeria Movement (our clients) on you to declare your aspiration for president, federal republic of Nigeria within 30 days’ notice of our clients intention to mobilize one million unemployed Nigerian youths to protest should you fail to declare your aspiration for president, federal republic of Nigeria within 30 days. Pledge of our clients’ intention to mobilize one million unemployed Nigerian youths to contribute N100 for your presidential interest and nomination form for president, federal republic of Nigeria.
“The brief of our clients reveals that you have contributed immensely to the development of Nigeria especially the educational, agricultural sectors and creation of opportunities for millions of youths. Our brief further reveals that you have the capacity and experience having served excellently as Governor of Imo State and presently as a Distinguished Senator to tackle the challenges of high level of unemployment in Nigeria.
“Furthermore, Nigeria in its present form cannot survive without your intervention as you possess the competence and patriotism as a business man as well as a politician to help Nigeria as President and Commander in Chief Federal Republic of Nigeria. Moreover, your declaration for President, Federal Republic of Nigeria will guarantee Nigerians a right to employment, good life and basic necessities of life which only you can provide once elected as President, Federal Republic of Nigeria in 2023.
“We hereby demand that you declare your aspiration for President, Federal Republic of Nigeria within 30 days as only you possess the magic wand to tackle the issue of unemployment and provide millions of jobs to our unemployed youths as well as unite the country when elected as President, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Take notice that should you refused to adhere to the demand of our clients’ after the expiration of 30 days upon the receipt of our legal correspondence; we will have no option but to resort to a one million Nigerian unemployed Graduates protest at the Unity House, Abuja without recourse to you to compel you to declare for the office of President, Federal Republic of Nigeria. Note, also, that one million Nigerian unemployed Graduates are willing to contribute One Hundred Naira each (N100) only to buy your Presidential Interest and Nomination Form”, letter added.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported its seventh partial grid collapse in 2024. Despite the recurring issue, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, reassured the public that efforts to restore power are well underway, with about 90% of substations receiving bulk power.
Mbah noted that the Azura Power Station initiated the grid recovery, although a minor setback occurred. However, power supply has been restored to the Abuja region and other key distribution centers. The Ibom Gas Generating Station remained unaffected, continuing to supply power to the South-South region.
An investigation into the cause of the collapse will commence once full grid restoration is achieved.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic tanker explosion in Jigawa State, which claimed over 100 lives. In a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, extended condolences to the affected families, praying for strength and comfort in their time of grief.
Shettima assured the public that the federal government is mobilizing resources to support the injured and assist those affected. He has directed the immediate deployment of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide aid. The Vice President also stressed the need for a review of fuel transportation safety protocols to prevent future incidents.
In a separate statement, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu offered her condolences to Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi and the people of Jigawa, praying for peace and comfort for the families affected. She called the incident “unfortunate” and extended prayers for the recovery of the injured and the repose of the souls lost in the tragedy.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has revealed that it intercepted a total of 10,598 pieces of arms and 114,929 rounds of ammunition valued at N9.58 billion over the past six years. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, made this disclosure during a press conference on enforcement activities in Zone A.
Adeniyi highlighted that 60% of these seizures occurred in 2023, reflecting the Customs’ increased efforts to curb arms smuggling. He also mentioned that recent operations such as Operation Whirlwind and Operation Swift Sting are part of a strategic response to tackle evolving smuggling tactics.
In addition to arms seizures, the Customs CG announced the largest pangolin scale seizure since 2020, with 9,493 kg of scales confiscated in collaboration with the Wildlife Justice Commission. The joint operation led to four arrests across Kano, Kaduna, and Lagos. The NCS continues to intensify efforts against wildlife trafficking, targeting supply routes in northern Nigeria and border areas.
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