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Pantami, Explain Alleged Links To Terrorists Or Resign – HURIWA

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Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Ali Ibrahim Isa Pantami

A civil rights advocacy group, Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has accused the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Sheikh Ali Ibrahim Isa Pantami of choosing to apply diversionary tactics instead of clearly telling Nigerians whether he actually expressed extremist views and endorsement of activities of masterminds of AlQaeda or not.

The rights group said if indeed the minister was the owner of the voice in audio messages supporting AlQaeda,  then he should resign forthwith or be dismissed or Nigerians should mount pressure on the United States of America to arrest him.

It said it was disingenuous and totally unhelpful for the embattled minister to blame some imaginary enemies for the controversy that has arisen by the revelations in some sections of the media that in the past during his teachings as an Islamic cleric that he Sheikh Pantami expressed positions which directly supported the activities of individuals the government of the United States of America and the United Nations have designated as global Jihadists leaders who are the masterminds of some of the worst bombings that  targeted civilians in the United States of America and many parts of the world.

HURIWA recalled that most of these international terrorists have been similarly killed in several bombing campaigns by the United States of America.

“As a very educated person,  we in the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) are asking the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Sheikh Isa Pantami to confirm or deny whether he is the owner of the voice heard in a lot of audio messages in Hausa language that clearly professes support for what the Saudi-born terrorist masterminds of AlQaeda have embraced which is to attack the interests of the United States of America and all those who are not adherents of their brand of Islam. In simple language, we are asking Pantami if he supports AlQaeda or not.”

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HURIWA also condems the approach being adopted by the minister in seeking to shift attention from the massive revelations of his past activities by seeking to blame those who are opposed to the National Identification Number (NIN).

“It is bizarre, so disgusting and disingenuous for this public office holder to choose to use fallacy to divert attention away from a very serious allegations against him that he had delivered public speeches that gave unqualified support for AlQaeda.

“If indeed this is true, the minister should resign forthwith. Telling us that you have Christians working for you or that persons opposed to NIN are after you is illogical, laughable and amounts to cheap propaganda that does not hold water. The minister should address the issues squarely and stop the diversionary tactics”, the group said.

HURIWA recalled that Pantami had explained that forces against the Federal Government policy of compulsory NIN registration  for all Nigerians and those residing in the country were behind the attacks against him.

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AMCON Denies Dispute With Heyden Petroleum

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The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has denied having any dispute with Heyden Petroleum Limited.

In a statement by Jude Nwauzor, Head, Corporate Communications of AMCON, he said that the attention of the corporation had been drawn to a publication in the media regarding a pending litigation between it and Heyden Petroleum Limited .

The statement read: “We hereby notify the general public that AMCON and Heyden Petroleum Limited have settled all issues between them amicably, and Heyden Petroleum Limited has demonstrated commitment to meeting their obligations and has been making payments accordingly.

“Given this latest development, AMCON has formally discontinued its pending litigation against Heyden Petroleum Limited, particularly Suit No. FHC/AMC/67/2024.

“As a responsible debt recovery agency of the Federal Government of Nigeria, it is not the practice of AMCON to engage in a media trial of obligors who are meeting their obligation. Accordingly, the general public is urged to disregard any negative commentaries on the relationship between AMCON and Heyden Petroleum Limited.”

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BREAKING: Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Lagbaja Is Dead

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Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, is dead.

Lagbaja’s death was announced by President Bola Tinubu in a statement signed by his aide on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

It reads: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, regrets to announce the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff, at age 56.

“He passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness.

“Born on February 28, 1968, Lt. General Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu.

“His distinguished military career began when he enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1987. On September 19, 1992, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Nigerian Infantry Corps as a member of the 39th Regular Course.

“Throughout his service, Lt. General Lagbaja demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment, serving as a platoon commander in the 93 Battalion and the 72 Special Forces Battalion.

“He played pivotal roles in numerous internal security operations, including Operation ZAKI in Benue State, Lafiya Dole in Borno, Udoka in Southeast Nigeria, and Operation Forest Sanity across Kaduna and Niger States.

“An alumnus of the prestigious U.S. Army War College, he earned a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies, demonstrating his dedication to professional growth and excellence in military leadership.

“Lt. General Lagbaja is survived by his beloved wife, Mariya, and their two children.

“President Tinubu expresses his heartfelt condolences to the family and the Nigerian Armed Forces during this difficult time. He wishes Lt. General Lagbaja eternal peace and honours his significant contributions to the nation.”

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New Education Minister Rejects 18-year Age Limit For University Admission

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President Bola Tinubu

It is victory  for university admission seekers who are below 18 years of age as the new Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has abolished the policy barring them.

Alausa also noted the possibility of reviewing the nation’s education policy. But he ruled out the reversal of the Federal Government’s decision to void over 22,700 degree certificates obtained by Nigerians from some “fake” universities in neighbouring Togo and the Benin Republic.

Alausa spoke on Tuesday at his inaugural ministerial press conference in Abuja.

He stated that practical education would help to address the unemployment situation in Nigeria, as tertiary institutions would not continue to churn out graduates every year without providing jobs for them.

The minister said that the federal government would collaborate with private sector operators to train students and realise their potential.

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