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Sit-At-Home: Senate Demands Extradition Of Simon Ekpa, Rejects Political Solution For Kanu

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1 year ago

July 27, 2023

The Senate on Wednesday asked the Federal Government to collaborate with the Finnish authorities for the extradition of Finland-based acclaimed Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Simon Ekpa, over the weekly Monday sit-at-home in the South East.

The resolution was a sequel to a motion sponsored by Senator Osita Izunaso and all 14 Senators from the South East.

Izunaso lamented that thousands of Innocent lives have been lost since this action started and properties worth over N1 trillion have been destroyed, which has resulted in investors leaving the region

He added that the sit-at-home civil disobedience actions in the South East has led to the disruption/destruction of economic activities as well as immeasurable financial losses for businesses, workers, and the local economy.

His prayer urging the Federal Government to use political solution in handling the case of the Leader of the proscribed IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, was dropped following point of order raised by Senator Opeyemi Bamidele that it is subjudiced

Senator Bamidele came under point of order 52 sub 5, which prevents the National Assembly to speak on any issue before the court.

The Senate therefore struck out prayer urging the Federal Government to use political solution approach in handling the case of Kanu.

The Senate also resolved to invite the Minister of Foreign Affairs (when appointed) and relevant stakeholders to carry out thorough investigation as well as bring other sponsors of the act to book.

While seconding the motion, Senator Gbenga Daniel said several businesses have been affected in the South East as result of Monday “sit-at-home”.

All Senators in the chamber agreed that Finland-based IPOB leader Ekpa must be extradited to Nigeria.

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JUST IN: Education Minister Reverses 18-Year Age Limit For Admission

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The newly appointed Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced the removal of the 18-year age limit for admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria.

He also indicated the possibility of a comprehensive review of the nation’s education policy.

However, Alausa made it clear that there would be no reversal of the Federal Government’s decision to invalidate over 22,700 degree certificates acquired by Nigerians from unrecognized universities in neighboring Togo and the Benin Republic.

Speaking at his inaugural ministerial press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Alausa emphasized that practical education is key to tackling Nigeria’s unemployment crisis. He stated that tertiary institutions must stop producing graduates without ensuring job opportunities for them.

The minister also revealed plans for the federal government to partner with private sector players to provide training opportunities for students and help them realize their full potential.

Additionally, Alausa announced that universities focused on agriculture would be empowered to implement commercial farming practices as part of efforts to address the country’s food security challenges.

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JUST IN: 114 Released #EndBadGovernance Protesters Arrive Presidential Villa

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November 5, 2024

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One hundred and fourteen #EndBadGovernance protesters, including minors and adults acquitted by the Federal High Court in Abuja, have arrived at the Presidential Villa.

The protesters, initially arraigned by the Police Force, were released following a court ruling by Justice Obiora Egwatu.

The case was dismissed at the request of the Attorney General of the Federation (“AGF”), Lateef Fagbemi.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is set to officially receive the released protesters.

They are then handed over to their respective Governors, specifically Uba Sani of Kaduna and Abba Yusuf of Kano.

Ministers present at the State House Auditorium in Abuja for the reception include: Tunji Alausa (“Minister of Education”); Nentawe Yilwatda (“Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction”); Balarabe Lawal (“Minister of Environment”) and Tanko Sununu (“Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction”).

Also, Senior Special Assistant on Community Engagement for the Northwest, Abdullahi Yakasai, is in attendance.

Other dignitaries present are Deputy Senate President Jubrin Barau and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Appropriation, Abubakar Bichi.

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