Aisha Yesufu Alleges Chibok School Rejected Peter Obi’s Donations

Human rights activist, Aisha Yesufu, has alleged that Government Girls Secondary School (GGSS), Chibok, in Borno State, rejected donations of computers, printers and financial support from Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party.

The claim has sparked fresh debate over political interference in education, donations to public schools, and access to institutions in Nigeria.

The Chibok school became globally known after the 2014 abduction of 276 students by Boko Haram, an incident that led to the viral #BringBackOurGirls campaign championed by Obiageli Ezekwesili. While many of the girls have since been rescued or released, dozens remain missing more than a decade later.

In a series of posts on X, Yesufu explained that Obi’s attempt to support the school was frustrated at multiple stages, reflecting what she described as a wider pattern affecting government-owned institutions in Nigeria.

According to her, members of the Chibok community initially raised concerns about the lack of computers in the school, prompting Obi to immediately offer support.

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She said the plan included donating computers and printers, assessing other needs, and providing additional funding to improve learning conditions.

However, the process reportedly faced repeated setbacks.

“We were first denied access to visit the school. Efforts to deliver the items through the state capital or neighbouring states were also rejected. Even attempts to bring school representatives to Abuja did not succeed,” Yesufu stated.

She added that the intervention was eventually carried out in Abuja, where Obi met representatives of the Chibok community and handed over the equipment along with financial assistance.

Yesufu argued that such experiences explain why Obi frequently visits private schools and mission-owned institutions, noting that access is often easier compared to public institutions.

“People think he is selective, but the reality is that government institutions often refuse visits or decline support,” she said.

The allegation has intensified conversations around education funding in Nigeria, institutional transparency, and the role of politics in humanitarian interventions.

Observers say the issue reflects deeper governance challenges, particularly in regions recovering from insurgency, where access to educational infrastructure remains limited.

As of the time of filing this report, neither the Borno State government nor the management of GGSS Chibok has issued an official response to the claims.

Aisha Yesufu Alleges Chibok School Rejected Peter Obi’s Donations

Man Pays Kidnappers ₦900,000 to Abduct Aunt Who Raised Him

The Nigeria Police Force in Delta State has arrested a 31-year-old man, Chukwemeka Destiny, for allegedly plotting the kidnapping of his aunt who reportedly raised him from childhood, in a case authorities describe as a shocking act of betrayal.

The suspect was paraded on Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Bright Edafe, who said Destiny had already paid a total of ₦900,000 to individuals he believed were kidnappers to abduct the woman.

According to the police, the suspect lived with his aunt from the age of five until he was 15. During that period, she reportedly catered for his upbringing and education before he later left home and cut ties with the family.

Police spokesperson Edafe said the case reflects a disturbing pattern of violent betrayal involving close relations and benefactors.

“All of a sudden, something came to his mind that he should kidnap the same aunt who trained him and saw him through school,” Edafe said, noting that the suspect had made payments in two instalments of ₦200,000 and ₦700,000.

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Investigations revealed that the plot failed after the individuals Destiny contacted turned out not to be actual kidnappers. Instead, they reportedly played along and alerted authorities, leading to his arrest and preventing the crime from being executed.

“Unknown to him, the people he contacted were not kidnappers. They used him as bait and handed him over to the police,” Edafe added.

During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to the offence but said he could not explain what motivated his actions.

“Sincerely speaking, I am guilty of what happened. I don’t know what came over me. I can’t tell,” he said.

Destiny, who identified himself as a married father of two and a businessman in haulage and building materials, claimed the funds used for the attempted operation came from his business earnings.

“I made a deposit of ₦200,000 first, then I paid ₦700,000 the next day,” he admitted.

The victim, who is the suspect’s maternal aunt, said she was devastated upon learning of the alleged plot against her.

“I was shocked… crying,” she said, adding that Destiny had disappeared from the family after leaving her home at age 15 and rarely maintained contact despite being seen occasionally in the neighbourhood.

She further stated that she supports full prosecution of the suspect.

“Anything they know to do to such people, they should do it to him,” she said.

Police authorities said the suspect is currently in custody under the Delta State Police Command’s Raiders Squad, while investigations continue into the full circumstances of the case and possible accomplices.

Security officials described the incident as part of a growing trend of kidnapping conspiracies involving trusted relatives and associates, urging the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.

Man Pays Kidnappers ₦900,000 to Abduct Aunt Who Raised Him

Security Operatives Arrest Kidnappers, Recover ₦8m Ransom in Plateau 

Joint security operatives in Qua’an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State have arrested two suspected kidnappers, recovered ₦8 million allegedly paid as ransom, and rescued an abducted woman during a coordinated operation in the area.

The operation, which involved multiple security agencies, also led to the rescue of a female victim who had been held in a forest hideout before she was freed and reunited with her family.

The development was confirmed on Saturday by the Media Aide to the Qua’an Pan Local Government Chairman, Hon. Dr. Christopher Audu Manship, Danaan Cletus.

According to reports, the arrested suspects are linked to a violent criminal operation that included the killing of Alhaji Saidu Mamma and the abduction of his daughter. The gang allegedly collected ₦8 million in ransom before security operatives tracked them down.

The suspects were apprehended following intelligence-led surveillance and a coordinated search operation across suspected hideouts. Authorities also recovered the ransom money, which is currently being processed as evidence before being returned to the victim’s family.

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During the parade of the suspects, Chairman Manship reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to flushing out criminal elements from the local government area.

“We will not allow criminals to operate in Qua’an Pan or use this LGA as a hideout after committing crimes in neighbouring areas,” he said, commending the security agencies for their swift response and successful operation.

He further directed that the recovered ₦8 million be returned to the family of the late Alhaji Saidu Mamma, whose daughter was among those affected by the attack.

In a related development, security operatives also rescued Mrs. Gambo Bello, who had been abducted in Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State and moved into the Pandam Game Reserve in Qua’an Pan.

Her rescue followed credible intelligence reports that prompted a search-and-rescue mission in the forest area, leading to her safe recovery and reunification with her relatives.

Security authorities say the dual success highlights improved coordination among agencies working to tackle kidnapping and armed criminality across Plateau and neighbouring states.

Chairman Manship also expressed appreciation to Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang for supporting local security efforts and strengthening response capacity in vulnerable communities.

Security Operatives Arrest Kidnappers, Recover ₦8m Ransom in Plateau