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The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of notable businesswoman and socialite, Chief (Mrs) Adebisi Edionseri, describing her death as a significant loss to both the state and Nigeria as a whole.

Popularly called ‘ Cash Madam, ‘ Chief Edionseri passed away on Sunday at the age of 89 after a brief illness.

Since the 1970s, her legacy as a successful entrepreneur and social figure has resonated with generations.

Governor Abiodun, in a statement on Monday, praised Edionser’s contributions to Ogun State, highlighting her as a beacon of inspiration and a role model for countless individuals.

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He noted that she had remarkable success when she was just a year old, demonstrating resilience and ambition, which have inspired many in Ogun State and the world.

“I, on behalf of myself and the people of Ogun State, expressed heartfelt condolences to the family of Alhaja (Chief) Adebisi Edionseri.

Alhaja Adebisi’s contributions to the business community and her vibrant social network will serve as a generation’s reference. Her influence reached far and wide, making her a beloved figure of many people’s hearts.

In connection with the theft of manholes in the nation’s capital, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Joint Task Force has made arrests.

After the team stormed the Kabusa Pantaker Market on Sunday, they were detained.

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While briefing the press, the FCT administration’s Secretary, Command and Control Centre, Peter Olumuji explained that the activities of these scavengers are causing grave danger to the lives of residents who ply the roads.

As residents of the district gathered in droves on Monday to welcome Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, and Usman Ododo, the current governor of the state, as they entered the district to welcome his kinsmen for the New Year.

As early as 8 am, Indegene were waiting by the side of the road in Okene from all angles to see the former governor.

Women, men, old and young waved and sang in their local dialect to welcome the former governor, after he met his bail condition.

Before the former governor’s triumphant journey from Lokoja to Okene his country home, he had to wait several hours before arriving at Ohinoyi’s palace, which was awaiting him with a large crowd of both men and women.

The former governor urged the people to always pray for their leaders as they carried out their responsibilities at the palace of the supreme ruler of Ebiraland in Okene in his local dialect.

He assured that Ododo’s current administration will bring more democratic dividends to all of the state.

He urged cohesion among the various ethnic groups to promote the state’s current administration’s ability to deliver the desired result in democracy to the state’s citizens.

He urged his people to avoid social vices and fervently pray for President Tinubu’s victory in office.

He noted that the current administration’s policies will undoubtedly advance the nation and that he also sought the support and prayers of Nigerians for him to succeed in carrying out his laudable plans and programs.

The locals should continue to encircle their movements until the military issues a demined order for areas suspected of having mines planted by terrorists in farms along the border of Basa, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, according to the government of Nigeria.

Shortly after the Base Socio-Cultural Activities (BAS) meeting held at the 013 Quick Response Force, Nigerian Air Force Minna, the Commissioner for Homeland Security, Bello Abdullahi, stated this in Minna.

Before locals can move safely around, the military must first clear the area of mines, according to Abdullahi.

Additionally, the commissioner noted that terrorists have begun planting bombs, indicating a heightened military effort to stop bandit and terrorist activity in the area.

An annual celebration marking the conclusion of the 013 Quick Response Force’s successful operational year is known as the Base Socio-Cultural Activities BASA. Its main objectives are to promote unity among the personnel’s families and the host community while also showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Nigerian Air Force personnel.

The governor of Niger State, Umaru Bago, was represented by Bello Abdullahi, the commissioner for homeland security. He added that the state relies on the military to get areas cleared of mines.

Group Captain Austine Idoko, the commander of the Nigeria Air Force Minna’s 013 Quick Response Force, stated that the Air Force under the leadership of the Chief of Air Staff would continue to carry out operations to end the state of banditry and terrorism.

Women of military personnel who were interviewed by Channels Television expressed their joy over the event and prayed for their spouses’ safe return to their active military positions in a heartfelt moment.

Three bomb explosions shook the Bassa community in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State on December 19th, 2024, killing three people and injuring five others.

Troops of 1 Brigade, Sector 2 Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma have neutralised a notorious terrorist kingpin, Sani Rusu in Zamfara state.

Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi, the state’s coordinator of Operation Fansan Yamma in the state, said the feat was accomplished over the weekend when the troops conducted a fighting patrol to Bamamu Village in Tsafe Local Government Area.

According to the statement, Operation Fansan Yamma’s troops also claimed they neutralized some terrorists while others suffered fatal injuries during an ambush operation that was conducted based on reliable information about terrorist activities at Kwanar Jollof in Shinkafi LGA, Zamfara State.

The operation also led to the recovery of one AK47 rifle and one G3 rifle, alongside 8 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, 4 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, 3 magazines and 3 motorcycles.

On December 30, 2024, the Air Component Operation Fansan Yamma launched air strikes against terrorists whose convergent locations in the Shinkafi LGA, Fakai and Kware.

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According to information, the airstrike was launched in response to a tip that Bello Turji-led terrorists had convened a meeting there.

In a follow-up operation on January 2, 2025, the Air Component carried out airstrikes in Sububu Forest’s Maikaman Rini area to support the ground troops’ operations against Ibrahim Chumo’s camp, the area’s kingpin.

On January 5, 2025, the troops also carried out offensive operations in the Chida region of Shinkafi.

A number of terrorists were injured and their hiding places were discovered by aerial surveillance, which revealed that during these operations, they had suffered significant casualties.

Operation Fansan Yamma assured the general public of its unwavering commitment to eradicating all terrorist threats in the region’s Joint Task Force Theatre.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s national leadership anticipates that the party will create more state governors from the current 12 and assume central control of government by 2027.

The party’s National Working Committee (NWC) stated this on Sunday during a visit to the Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, at his country home, Sampou, in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area.

Speaking on behalf of the NWC, the National Treasurer, Alhaji Ahmed Yayare, said due to the level of disenchantment across the country, occasioned by the lingering economic hardship, PDP would produce more governors in 2027.

He argued that the All Progressives Congress (APC) was the only viable opposition party capable of removing political power from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027, and that “the end of democracy in Nigeria” could come as a result.

Nothing prevents the PDP from producing the president and vice president in 2027. There is too much of the land’s cry of hunger and poverty.

“The 36 states of Nigeria yearn for the PDP’s return. Because they will be stoned, the APC cannot run. Nigeria is in your hands. We need your support to salvage Nigeria. “

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He urged the governors to join forces with the PDP states to mobilize support ahead of the 2027 election and that they were ready to support their efforts.

The Deputy Inspector General of Police (rtd), Moses Jituboh, and the Women Affairs Commissioner, Mrs. Elizabeth Bidei, were both killed while Yayare and Senator Diri were there, Yayare said.

Ude Okoye, the PDP’s national secretary, added that the NWC was ready to reposition the organization and show that they have a viable alternative to provide top leadership.

He stated that the NWC would take action to improve the party and its governors in order to win their respect.

In Bayelsa, Okoye praised Diri for his leadership and remarkable development achievements, adding that the party was very proud of him.

Governor Diri responded, stating that the party’s governors must come together as the only viable party in the opposition.

” As governors we need to work closely together. Without worrying about who gets killed, we must do what is right.

“We can reach agreement as a different method of resolving problems. When we are in trouble, going to court is not always appropriate. We can’t do wrong because of political reasons. Posthumously, we will not be forgiven if PDP perishes in our hands.

Diri confirmed his support for the opposition and said he was not concerned about polarizing the PDP.

“If anybody is bigger than the party, the person can leave. Most of us are now due to PDP. We cannot join PDP during the day and join another party at night. We need to do in-house cleansing”.

Diri backed the idea of creating a massive party with PDP prominent support in order to take control of the center.