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President Bola Tinubu has approved an extension of Mrs. Kemi Nanna Nandap’s tenure as the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) through December 31, 2026.

This was contained in a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Monday.

Tinubu appointed Nandap as Comptroller-General on March 1, 2024, to serve till August 31, 2025.

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“Under her leadership, the Nigeria Immigration Service has witnessed significant advancements in its core mandate, with notable improvements in border management, modernisation of immigration processes and national security measures.

” President Tinubu commended the Comptroller-General for her exemplary leadership and urged her to continue dedicating herself to the Service’s strategic priorities, which align with his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, “the statement said.

It added that the President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the Nigeria Immigration Service in fulfilling its mandate to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity and promote safe, legal, and orderly migration.

Publisher Dele Momodu has asked Senate President Godswill Akpabio to see peace over his feud with Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. &nbsp,

Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for breaching the Senate’s rule in the wake of her sexual assault claims against Senator Akpabio.

As the feud continues to generate debates in the country and beyond, Momodu has told Akpabio to tow the path of peace.

Momodu was a guest on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief&nbsp, on Monday.

Watch his interview below:

Suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has assured residents that the ongoing political crisis in the state will ultimately strengthen the people rather than weaken them.

Fubara made this statement when he received Muslim leaders from 20 Islamic-based groups, including the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, at his private residence in Port Harcourt during an Eid-El-Fitr Sallah visit.

Addressing the delegation, Governor Fubara urged them and his supporters to trust in God’s process, saying: “This season is one of love, sharing, and sacrifice. You have come to share in our pain and have made a great sacrifice through your prayers. As Christians, we believe that everything happens for a purpose, and I strongly believe that this situation is leading us toward a greater purpose”.

He acknowledged that the current political tension might leave many feeling depressed but emphasised that supernatural forces may be at play beyond human understanding.

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“No matter what we see, we must remain steadfast. In all things, we give glory to Almighty God. I believe that in the end, we will emerge stronger”, he added.

He reaffirmed his commitment to justice and equality, stressing that his administration envisions a society where no one is oppressed.

“We believe in egalitarianism, and if our beliefs bring us some pain, so be it. The most important thing is that we stand on the side of truth and righteousness”, he stated.

He regretted that he was unable to formally reach out to the Muslim community during their celebrations but promised that the relationship between religious groups and the government would be strengthened once the current uncertainties are resolved.

He also assured the leaders that their pending requests would be addressed after the crisis subsides.

Urging patience and perseverance, Governor Fubara drew an analogy from religious history, saying, “If God could be patient with Noah to allow even the snail to enter the Ark, then patience remains an essential virtue in our struggle”.

He also cautioned against falling prey to those who want engineer violence by fanning provocative acts, warning his supporters and Rivers people to avoid certain elements who sought to destabilize the state.

“Their goal is to create problems and deny people their means of livelihood. We will not allow that. We will continue to operate peacefully and respect constitutional authority to ensure that our state remains a model for others in Nigeria”, he concluded.

Speaking earlier on behalf of the Muslim community, Alhaji Nasir Awhelebe Uhor, declared their solidarity with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, assuring him of their prayers and support as he navigates the state’s current political challenges.

Alhaji Uhor stated that the majority of Muslims in Rivers State stand with Governor Fubara due to his inclusive approach to governance and his recognition of the Islamic faith.

He noted that unlike the previous administration that declared Rivers a 100% Christian state, Governor Fubara, upon assuming office, acknowledged the state as Christian majority while allowing room for inclusiveness.

Encouraging the governor to remain steadfast, Uhor reminded him of the Islamic belief that Allah rewards patience.

He said the present challenges align with the teachings of Islam, where the Creator tests His people through wealth, power, and authority.

He further called on President Bola Tinubu to review the emergency rule in Rivers State and restore Governor Fubara’s full authority, emphasizing that the governor has been performing effectively despite the crisis.

Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to the suspended Rivers Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has come forward with a startling claim, alleging that he was offered a staggering N5 billion bribe to facilitate the impeachment of Fubara, who is currently embroiled in a political crisis.

“I can also open my phone to show you, in the beginning of October 2023, when they approached me with a bribe of N5 billion. It is here in my phone,

” It was for impeachment. It is here. I have it and I have printed it and distributed it, in case, in their evil imagination, they decide to attack me. I already have a son and a brother, “Ehie said on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, monitored by Persecondnews.

According to him, he has evidence of the bribe offer stored on his phone.

The offer, he alleged, was made while he was serving as the majority leader of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

Ehie vehemently denied allegations that he masterminded the October 30, 2023, bombing of the State House of Assembly complex at Fubara’s behest.

Persecondnews recalls that the allegation was made by the immediate past Head of Service in the state, Dr. George Nwaeke, who resigned last week at a news conference on March 28.

Nwaeke had alleged that he personally witnessed a bag of money being handed over to Ehie to carry out an” operation”, although he claimed he did not know the exact amount inside the bag.

Ehie rejected the allegations as” false “and” politically motivated “saying:” It is very important to clarify that I had no hand and was not part of the burning down of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

“Like everyone else, I woke up in the early hours of 30th of October 2023 to hear of the burning down of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

” I will not join issues completely with Mr. George Nwaeke because I have already instructed my lawyers to file an issue of criminal libel against him, and I hope he is very prepared to substantiate his claims and his allegations. “

He further alleged that Nwaeke had sought financial assistance from him on the very same day he resigned as the Head of Service.

Rivers State has been plagued by intense political upheaval, triggered by the highly publicized rift between Fubara and his estranged predecessor, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.

This fallout has sparked a fierce power struggle, drawing in various key players, including the State House of Assembly, and culminating in impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara.

The situation has been further complicated by a Supreme Court ruling that reinforced the legitimacy of Speaker Martins Amaewhule, leading to escalating tensions between the governor and the assembly.

President Bola Tinubu had declared a state of emergency in the state on March 18, 2025, and suspended Fubara, his deputy, and all elected members of the House of Assembly for a period of six months.

Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Étè Ibas, whom he swore in on March 19 as the sole administrator, has already taken office.

Governor Ademola Adeleke has warned of stern state action against traditional rulers of Ifon, Erin Osun and Ilobu communities if they fail to sustain current peace and de-escalation of the crisis in their communities.

The Governor issued the warning against the backdrop of online reports that some faceless groups across the conflict areas are planning another round of attacks.

“In the midst of Sallah celebrations, I got reports of some people planning another round of conflict around Ifon, Ilobu and Erin Osun towns. The security agencies have tightened surveillance to ensure no attacks take place”, Governor Adeleke was quoted to have said in a statement signed by his spokesperson Olawale Rasheed on Monday.

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“The security agencies are also speeding up the interrogation of key chieftains and actors in the conflict. I will remind top leaders of the towns that the peace undertaking they are signing are not for joke. They will be held accountable. There will be accountability before the law.

” The curfew we relaxed was on humanitarian grounds. As a compassionate government, we know many innocent people are suffering because of the evil agenda of a few elements across the conflict areas. Any attempt to exploit the adjustment of the curfew for renewed violence will be met with full re-imposition of the 24-hour curfew.