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Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), cited President Bola Tinubu’s support for recent infrastructure projects in Abuja as evidence of the importance of the president’s support.

The minister praised Tinubu’s leadership on Tuesday while inaugurating the newly constructed Right-Hand Service Carriageway in Abuja, claiming that his commitment to the city has led to the apparent transformation in the capital.

According to Wike, “Monkey dey jump, monkey dey jump.” Some of you may not be aware of the proverb. When Mr. President gives us support, we are doing well. We wouldn’t be here if he weren’t.

The former governor of the Rivers continued to expand the metaphor while urging the president to continue supporting him.

“So it’s because a tree is nearby when we say a monkey is jumping.” He continued, “promising to do my best in accordance with the Renewed Hope Agenda, for the interests of our country and Abuja,” adding that if a monkey jumps without a tree, his leg will break.

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Wike argued that the FCT’s ongoing development is planned and necessary, and that road infrastructure is essential to Nigeria’s economic growth. He also urged Tinubu’s support of the projects to continue, thanking President Tinubu for it.

Any economic growth is fueled by road infrastructure. We are letting the people of Abuja know that Mr. President has done a good job of promoting development and prosperity. So we ask that you keep supporting us, Mr. President. If you are not giving us support, the minister rebuked. “We cannot do anything,” the minister said.

The FCT Minister has been in charge of several projects since he took office, including the newly opened Right-Hand Service Carriageway. These developments have attracted criticism over funding priorities despite receiving praise for their improved infrastructure.

The $ 39 billion renovation of the Abuja International Conference Center, which was recently renamed after President Bola Tinubu, is one of the most contentious projects. Opposition groups and members of the public have been critical of the project’s cost.

Some schools and staff housing in Katsina State’s Funtua District have been destroyed by a devastating windstorm.

The severe windstorm that struck the affected area on Sunday afternoon caused significant damage to the facilities of numerous educational institutions.

The Katsina State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education expressed the government’s sincere condolences to the affected schools, staff, and families in a statement.

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The Katsina State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education releases a statement that reads, “With deep sorrow and complete submission to the will of Allah, the severe storm that struck the Funtua Senatorial zone on June 22, 2025,” in part.

“The storm caused significant damage to the facilities of numerous educational institutions in the affected area,” according to the statement.

The ministry’s commissioner, Zainab Musawa, prayed for divine intervention to ease the suffering of those affected, despite the claim that it is assessing the extent of the damage and will provide updates on measures taken.

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Musawa assured them of the ministry’s assistance during a difficult time. She also urged school administrators to keep up with educational activities while stressing the value of keeping students engaged and academically stable despite hardship.

The Commissioner is confident that the Ministry will continue to support the people who have been affected by the Commissioner’s prayer for divine intervention to ease their suffering.

The Honorable Commissioner, Hajiya Zainab Musa Musawa, demands from school management to ensure that ongoing educational activities are carried out, stressing the importance of maintaining student attendance and continuity of study despite hardship.

In an accident that occurred in the Sanyo region of Ibadan, the capital of the Oyo State, five people died.

Seven vehicles were involved in the accident, according to the Federal Road Safety Corps’ (FRSC) Oyo State Command.

The deceased’s names were stated as three female and two male. The crash occurred on Tuesday, around 8 am, according to Mayowa Odewo, the public education officer for the FRSC, Oyo Sector Command.

According to Odewo, the accident involved private cars, a taxi business called “Micra,” and articulated vehicles.

According to eyewitness accounts, another trailer struck a trailer from behind as it attempted to leave an abandoned filling station along the Lagos/Ibadan Expressway.

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More trucks slammed into the chaos in quick succession, leaving behind destruction, as a result of the impact.

Commercial Micra taxis and private vehicles were among the smaller vehicles that the trailers entered.

The driver and three passengers were instantly killed when one of the Micra cars completely crushed.

In the unfortunate incident, five others received minor injuries, besides the ones who died.

While the injured are receiving care at Adeoyo Hospital, the deceased have been evacuated.

The Sanyo Police Station has also moved the vehicle wreckage for further investigation.

Late on Monday night, gunmen opened fire on the headquarters of the vigilante organization Onelga Security Peace and Advisory Committee (OSPAC) office, killing a member of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) in the process, causing a tense up in the Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State.

The community was shocked by the attack, which took place in Ahoada just outside the Local Government Council Secretariat. Around 9 p.m., residents reported hearing a barrage of gunshots, which caused panic and forced many to flee inside for safety.

According to reports, Corporal Friday Francis, a member of the Special Intervention Squad, was accidentally shot while he was in the crossfire and fatally shot close to the Secretariat’s perimeter. His passing has sparked outrage and growing concern about the LGA’s deteriorating security.

Before security forces arrived at the scene, the attackers reportedly fled, whose identities are unknown. No one has claimed responsibility for the ambush, but investigators believe it may be connected to the area’s ongoing cult rivalries.

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Olugbenga Adepoju, the commissioner of police in Rivers State, made a response to the attack early on Tuesday morning. He expressed his deep concern about the SIS operative’s disappearance while speaking with his officers on the ground.

The CP instructed the team to increase their search for the killer ambush.

He claimed that this attack is “a direct assault on the peace of this community as well as its security infrastructure.”

We must catch the killers, dismantle their networks, and eradicate the threat of cult in this area. Anyone with information on how to get these cultists should contact the Command.

Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the Rivers Police Command, who has since increased patrols and surveillance along the Ahoada axis.

In contrast to his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for governor of Lagos State in 2023, Olajide Adediran, also known as Jandor, claims President Bola Tinubu won’t hesitate to sack any service chiefs who aren’t working.

On Sunday, the politician was a guest on Channels Television’s Inside Sources program.

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