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Plateau 2027: Group Faults Yilchini Bida’s Attack On Mutfwang Administration
A group, Plateau Initiative for Growth and Development, has faulted what it described as falsehoods and misleading claims made by a governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Commander Yilchini Jan Bida, retired, against the administration of Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang.
The group said it watched with disbelief Bida’s recent media engagement in Jos, where he spoke on his ambition to unseat Mutfwang in the 2027 governorship election.
In a statement signed by its State Coordinator, Comrade Nengak David, the group accused Bida of attempting to misrepresent the achievements of the Mutfwang administration and those of previous governments, while presenting himself as the only person with answers to Plateau’s challenges.
According to the group, Bida’s comments, particularly on security and infrastructure, exposed what it called a troubling lack of understanding of the complex realities, history and aspirations of the Plateau people.
“Ordinarily, such claims would not deserve a response, but it has become necessary to set the record straight for the benefit of the peace-loving and patriotic people of Plateau State,” the statement said.
The group argued that a closer look at Bida’s public record raises serious questions about his capacity, sincerity and connection with the people he now seeks to govern.
It noted that despite his military background, Bida is not known to have played any visible role in peace-building or humanitarian intervention in Plateau State, either during his service years or after retirement.
The group said it was more disturbing that he had rarely identified with victims of attacks across the state, adding that he had not been visibly present in affected communities to sympathise with grieving families or offer support during moments of tragedy.
It also criticised what it described as Bida’s posture at a time when many citizens had repeatedly alleged complicity by some security personnel in attacks on communities.
According to the group, some of those allegations had been accompanied by claims of identity cards, uniforms and video evidence, yet Bida, rather than empathising with victims, appeared more interested in defending the conduct of the military and blaming attacked communities for the failure of security response.
The group said statements allegedly credited to him, including questioning how communities without mobile network coverage were able to contact security operatives, had only deepened public concern over his sensitivity to the plight of vulnerable citizens.
It said leadership requires compassion, sacrifice, courage, understanding of the people’s pain, and a consistent commitment to justice and peace.
“Plateau State cannot afford to entrust its future to individuals who appear disconnected from the realities and sufferings of its people,” the group said.
The statement added that the people of Plateau remain resolute in supporting leaders who have demonstrated empathy, inclusiveness and genuine commitment to rebuilding the state and restoring hope to citizens.
The group also faulted Bida’s claim that he would not disengage youths from employment, but would rather create jobs and empower young people across the state.
It said Plateau people had yet to see any meaningful evidence of Bida facilitating employment opportunities for youths, either within the military or in other sectors of public service.
“There is no known record of him using his influence, experience or connections to secure opportunities for Plateau youths. Neither has he initiated any visible programme or empowerment scheme aimed at improving their welfare, economic growth or social development,” the group said.
It added that beyond political promises and media statements, Bida had failed to present any practical and workable initiative capable of addressing the pressing challenges confronting young people in the state.
The group maintained that true leadership is not defined by campaign promises, but by proven impact, service to humanity and demonstrated commitment to uplifting the people.
“For these reasons, we strongly maintain that Commander Yilchini Jan Bida cannot be trusted with the leadership of Plateau State,” the statement added.
The group said Plateau deserves visionary, compassionate and people-oriented leadership committed to the collective growth, peace and prosperity of the state and its citizens.
By Abigail David
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it froze the bank accounts of the Osun State Government to prevent the alleged diversion of public funds, stressing that the action was based on an ongoing investigation and not the forthcoming August 15 governorship election.
In a statement shared on its official X account, the anti-graft agency said it had been investigating the Osun State Government since March 2026 over the alleged handling of about N11 billion in Ecology Funds, Intervention Funds and Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) allocations.
The EFCC said several state officials, including the Accountant General, had been questioned as part of the investigation. It added that while the probe alone did not warrant freezing the accounts, it detected what it described as suspicious transfers of funds beginning on August 2.
According to the commission, large sums were allegedly moved from government accounts into several corporate accounts, prompting it to place a Post No Debit order to prevent further transactions.
The EFCC maintained that it has a legal responsibility to safeguard public funds and said it could not ignore suspicious financial activities because of the impending governorship election. It also stated that other state governments are under financial scrutiny as part of its broader accountability efforts.
The commission urged Nigerians to disregard what it described as false narratives about the account freeze, insisting its actions were non-partisan and aimed at protecting public resources.
The statement followed criticism from Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, who described the account freeze as illegal and challenged EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede to publicly justify the decision. Adeleke also directed the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwole Jimi-Bada (SAN), to challenge the action at the Federal High Court in Osogbo, arguing that the EFCC requires a court order before freezing government accounts.
By Abigail David
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has responded to comments by Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, over the upcoming Osun State governorship election, saying the singer should direct his appeal to Osun voters rather than him.
Davido had urged an unnamed Imo politician during a press conference on Wednesday to allow a free and fair election in Osun, citing reports of alleged plans to interfere with the August 15 governorship poll. Although he did not mention Uzodimma by name, he called for peace and urged that voters be allowed to choose their preferred candidate.
In a statement issued on Thursday by his Senior Special Assistant on Electronic and Creative Media, Ambrose Nwaogwugwu, Uzodimma dismissed the appeal and predicted that Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke would lose his re-election bid.
The governor claimed that many voters were dissatisfied with the current administration and would support the APC candidate in the election.
Uzodimma also advised Davido to focus on preparing his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, for life after office instead of making public appeals. He added that the singer might have to “sign his uncle as a dancer” after the election, expressing confidence that the electorate would vote for a change in leadership.
The exchange comes ahead of the August 15 governorship election, where Governor Ademola Adeleke is seeking a second term in office.
By Abigail David
The Osun State Government says it will challenge the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in court after alleging that the anti-graft agency froze the state’s bank accounts.
The state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwole Jimi-Bada, said on Wednesday that Governor Ademola Adeleke had directed him to file a suit at the Federal High Court over the development.
According to Jimi-Bada, the EFCC issued a “Post No Debit” directive to First Bank, where the state’s accounts are domiciled. He argued that while the commission has the power to investigate financial records, freezing government accounts requires a court order.
He said the action could disrupt government operations but expressed confidence that the matter would be resolved through the courts. Jimi-Bada also maintained that state funds were not being used to finance Governor Adeleke’s re-election campaign.
The Commissioner for Finance, Sola Ogungbile, also alleged that police officers visited the main branch of First Bank in Osogbo and arrested some bank employees. He urged the EFCC to consider the potential impact of the account restrictions on governance and residents.
Earlier on Wednesday, Governor Adeleke alleged that the EFCC was planning to freeze the state’s accounts and those of top government officials ahead of the August 15 governorship election. He described the reported move as unlawful and claimed it was intended to disrupt government activities before the poll.
The EFCC had not publicly responded to the allegations as of the time of this report.
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