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  • President Tinubu Hails MKO Abiola as Symbol of Democracy, Promises Relief from Subsidy Removal Effects

    President Tinubu Hails MKO Abiola as Symbol of Democracy, Promises Relief from Subsidy Removal Effects

    President Tinubu Hails MKO Abiola as Symbol of Democracy, Promises Relief from Subsidy Removal Effects

    President Bola Tinubu paid tribute to Chief MKO Abiola, the winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, and recognized him as a symbol of democracy. Tinubu acknowledged the challenges faced by Nigerians following the removal of fuel subsidies and assured them that their sacrifices would be rewarded. He pledged to make substantial investments in transportation infrastructure, education, power supply, healthcare, and other public utilities to enhance their quality of life.

    Tinubu empathized with the pain experienced by Nigerians and emphasized that the temporary discomfort was necessary to rescue the country from impending collapse. He assured the nation that the decision to remove fuel subsidies was made in the interest of saving the country’s resources from the control of a few unpatriotic individuals.

    In his inaugural Democracy Day address, Tinubu underscored the need for collective responsibility in tackling the rising costs associated with fuel subsidies. The subsequent increase in petrol pump prices nationwide was a consequence of this decision.

    While addressing the aftermath of the move, Tinubu acknowledged the additional burden placed on the masses but assured them that their sacrifices would not be in vain. He pledged substantial investments in critical sectors to enhance the well-being of the people.

    Tinubu also emphasized his commitment to upholding the rule of law, asserting that conflicting and illegal orders undermining Nigeria’s democracy would not be tolerated. He highlighted the recent harmonization of retirement ages for judicial officers as part of ongoing policy reforms aimed at strengthening the rule of law and democratic institutions.

    President Tinubu acknowledged the significance of the February and March elections in Nigeria’s democratic journey and described the legal contestations of the results as a testament to the beauty of democracy.

  • Seven suspects arrested over robbery in late MKO Abiola’s home

    Seven suspects arrested over robbery in late MKO Abiola’s home

    Seven suspects have been arrested in connection to a robbery attack in the Lagos mansion of the late Chief Moshood Abiola, winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election.

    The attack reportedly occurred while one of Abiola’s wives and two daughters were fast asleep and after 3 robbers allegedly assessed the Toyin Street Crescent residence of the late politician through a canal. They reportedly jumped over the high fence into the compound.

    The robbers left the same way they came, with neither the guards nor domestic workers raising any alarm until several hours later.

    The police has linked the attack to an insider connivance and seven suspects including domestic workers are in custody. Lagos Police Commissioner, Hakeem Odumosu who confirmed the incident said; 

     “Yes, robbers went there and carted away unspecified amounts of jewelries and some money. I was there personally and I spoke with Mama. There was no physical assault on her or the two daughters who were home.

    “I know that some suspects are in custody but I have not been fully briefed on the number of people arrested. Some of the domestic staff were also arrested.

    “The security on the ground did not alert the police or any security agency when the incident was going on. They said they noticed unusual movement within the compound at the time but did not inform us. The police were only told several hours after the robbery.“

  • Armed robbers invades Late MKO Abiola’s house

    Armed robbers invades Late MKO Abiola’s house

    The Ikeja residence of late MKO Abiola was invaded by armed robbers on Wednesday.

    The robbers carted away valuables including hard currencies.

    A statement by the family said no one was harmed during the incident but the burglars made off with some items.

    The family said the incident had been reported to appropriate authorities and investigations were ongoing.

    “In the early hours of this morning, burglars entered the house of Chief MKO Abiola. They made off with some items. The appropriate authorities have been informed and investigations are ongoing. We give glory to Almighty Allah that no one was harmed,” the statement released by the family read.