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I don’t want a second term if it will cause bloodshed – Zamfara governor
Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State says he will be contented with only one term in office if the price for his second term is to lose innocent lives of his people.
Matawalle made this pronouncement on Friday at the opening of a one-day security meeting with traditional rulers, the council of Ulama and heads of security personnel in the state at the Government House Gusau.
He said, “I will be contented with a one term in office if the price is to lose innocent lives of our people before I could secure a second term.”
“No leadership is worth it when the price is the blood of innocent people,” he added.
Matawalle maintained that some politicians in the state were all out to ensure that the security arrangements put in place by his administration did not succeed just for their selfish interest.
He said, “With the recent happenings in the state where scores of attacks are carried out in some parts of the state, it is evident that the hands of bad politicians are at play.”
“The state government is doing all it can to maintain peace and order in the state, but some people are obviously more exited when they hear of attacks by bandits.
“In their bid to portray our administration as a failure, they do not care how many lives of our brothers and sisters are wasted.”
He however warned that he would not fold his arms to allow some disgruntled elements play politics with the security of the state.
“As for those who aid and abet insecurity in the state, I say enough is enough. We shall return your wickedness and heartlessness with the wrath you will never envisage,” the governor said.
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Just in: CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele suspended
Just in: CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele suspended
President Bola Tinubu has suspended Godwin Emefiele, the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
The announcement came on Friday from the office of the secretary to the government of the federation.
Willie Bassey, director of information at the SGF office, in a statement said the suspension was with immediate effect.
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We don’t envy Tinubu, says Sultan during monarchs visit to State House
We don’t envy Tinubu, says Sultan during monarchs visit to State House
Traditional on Friday paid a visit to President Bola Tinubu at State House conference centre, Abuja.
They were led by Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Abubakar Sa’ad, who said the visit was customary by the monarchs whenever there is a change in leadership of the country.
According to the Sultan, the monarchs do not envy Tinubu at this time, with the numerous challenges facing the country.
He, however, expressed confidence that with the combination of himself and Vice-President Kashim Shettima, they would deliver.
“We thank God for the smooth way the elections took place. Many negative people thought this country will collapse but we are still here,” he said.
“We are here for you, for our people and our country. If you don’t reach out to us, we will reach out to you.
“We wish you the most successful tenure in good health.”
Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, who also spoke at the meeting, urged President Tinubu to make use of traditional rulers to tackle the issue of insecurity in the country.
The monarch said Tinubu should not underestimate what traditional rulers could do, given their closeness to the people.
“There are areas we will like to work with you, one of which is security. It is time to use us the more, we are not saying we are idle…but to make your work easier, use us,” he said.
“The foundation of this country today are the traditional rulers. We are here to pledge our loyalty and support. We want to work with you to ensure you leave a legacy.”
Vice President Kashim Shettima attended the meeting along with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume.
Other monarchs present are Emir of Kano, Obi of Onitsha, Tor Tiv, Etsu Nupe, Deji of Akure, Shehu of Borno, Elegushi of Ikate, Jaja of Opobo, Lamido of Adamawa, Emir of Zauzzau, Gbong Gwom Jos, Attah Igala, Alake of Egbaland, Shehu of Borno, a representative of the Oba of Benin.
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Sanwo-Olu appoints NPC commissioner Salu-Hundeyin as new SSG
Sanwo-Olu appoints NPC commissioner Salu-Hundeyin as new SSG
Lagos State Governor, Bababjide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the first appointment of aides as he named Tayo Ayinde as his Chief of Staff.
The govermor also reappointed Gboyega Soyanwo as Deputy Chief of Staff.
The governor announced this on Thursday on the state television.
He made Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin as Secretary to the State Government.
Salu-Hundeyin, who is a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, replaces Mrs Folashade Jaji, a former Lagos Head of Service.
She was untill her latest appointment Lagos Commissioner of National Population Commission.
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