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You lack moral to condemn APC, FG slams Atiku
The Federal Government has condemned the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, for saying that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has done nothing for Nigerians in the last eight years.
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed spoke Monday at the 7th edition of President Muhammadu Buhari’s Administration Scorecard Series (2015-2023).
The series was launched in October to showcase the achievements of the current administration. Before now, six Ministers have presented their scorecards including Ministers of Works and Housing, Transportation, Aviation, Interior, Agriculture and Rural Development as well as Finance, Budget and National Planning.
However, before the Minister of Water Resources gave his scorecard, the coordinator of the series and Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, decried what he called
“increasing tendency by some opposition presidential candidates to downplay the achievements of Buhari’s administration.”
Adding: “The worst offender in this regard has been the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.”
Frowned at the recent statement during his campaign in Akure, Ondo State Capital, where he was quoted to have said that the All Progressives Congress (APC), had not done anything
for Nigeria in eight years.
According to the Minister, such was a preposterous statement from somebody who should know.
“I guess we can excuse the former Vice President who until recently, had fully relocated to Dubai, thus losing touch with Nigeria.”
He added that if anyone could accuse APC-led Federal Government of doing nothing, it should not be Atiku Abubakar as according to him, throughout the PDP government, there was no motorable road to Abubakar’s hometown and indeed, key local government areas in his Senatorial District until APC came into office.
“Today, the Mayo Belwa-Jada-Ganye-Toungo road has been constructed fully and it is the road that Atiku Abubakar uses to get to his hometown of Jada.”
In the area of security, Minister Mohammed insisted that before APC came into office, the five local government areas in Adamawa’s Northern Senatorial District were under the control of the Boko Haram terrorists. He noted that even the police, the judiciary, schools, hospitals and markets were sacked.
“Traditional rulers, including Emirs and Chiefs were displaced while their palaces were taken over by the terrorists as their headquarters.
“The affected five local governments in the Northern Senatorial zone, include Madagali, Michika, Mubi North, Mubi South and Little Gombi “In the Central Senatorial zone, two local governments were effectively under the control of the Boko Haram terrorists: These two local governments in the Central Senatorial zone are Maiha Local Government and Hong Local government.
“Today, not an inch of these local governments in Adamawa, the home state of the former Vice President, is under the control of terrorists. All institutions of the state have relocated back and are operational. All Emirs and chiefs have returned to their palaces.
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“Schools and markets have opened. Please note that throughout that period, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar could not even go home. As a matter of fact, when one of his right-hand men, Mr.
Adila was killed by the terrorists, and Alhaji Atiku Abubakar could not even go to condole with the family of the deceased. “It was that bad”, he stated.
The Minister urged PDP Presidential candidate to commend Buhari for making it easy for him to travel to his hometown.
“Now that he can travel home freely, thanks to the Buhari administration, it is not sweet in his mouth to accuse the same administration of doing nothing.
“As they say, the bedwetter should not join those who are insulting the washerman.”
Mr Joshua Ibitomi, the Area Commander of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC),
Ibeju-Lekki, Epe Division, Lagos State, has warned truck drivers against speeding and reckless driving.
He gave the warning in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ibeju-Lekki on Tuesday.
The FRSC official, who blamed speeding on the ghastly vehicle accident that occurred at Aiyetoro market in Epe
which claimed several lives and left some injured, said that with careful driving, such accident could be avoided.
He added that “the accident was as a result of speeding, reckless driving and loading of truck beyond its capacity.
“All these are factors responsible for accident when drivers are not conscious of the driving rules.
“Vehicle can develop technical fault at any time, therefore, speed limit and caution need to be applied while driving.”
He said FRSC had been sensitising drivers on the need to install speed limit device and be road conscious while driving, in line with the mandate to instill decent use of road.
Ibitomi also advised passers-by and the public to be safety conscious while walking on roadsides to avoid falling victim of accidents.
He attributed major road crashes on roads to speed limit violation, urging drivers to respect the sanctity of human life by obeying traffic rules.
He added that the FRSC had evolved measures to ensure accident-free yuletide and new year festivities in 2024
Jubilant supporters celebrated Donald Trump’s apparent victory in Florida early Wednesday as he claimed a return to the White House, despite most major news networks holding off on officially calling the race.
At an event in Palm Beach, Trump supporters reveled in the win projected by Fox News, cheering as the former president declared a “political victory that our country has never seen before.”
“I feel extraordinary,” said 68-year-old supporter Ted Sarvanis, dancing with arms in the air. “This is the greatest American political story in the history of the country.”
Joined by running mate J.D. Vance, Trump took the stage, celebrating his projected win. The atmosphere at the convention center was electric, with supporters sporting “Make America Great Again” caps and mingling in formal attire and Trump-themed clothing.
“I feel relieved. I was a little bit scared because you never know how things are going to turn out,” said Stacy Kurtz, 45.
In contrast, a far different scene unfolded for Vice President Kamala Harris’s supporters at Howard University in Washington, where they were hoping for a Democratic win.
As the night wore on and Trump gained electoral votes in key battleground states, disappointment swept through the crowd.
“I am scared, I am anxious now,” said Charlyn Anderson earlier in the evening.
Democratic watch parties in places like Atlanta and Pennsylvania grew somber as results rolled in, with Lynn Johnson, 65, expressing concern, “It’s going to be dangerous if he wins. I don’t feel safe.”
While Trump’s supporters celebrated a comeback, the mood among Democrats was marked by worry and disbelief.
“He’s a terrible candidate, so it just doesn’t make sense,” said Harris supporter Ken Brown.
The contrasting scenes highlighted the nation’s deep political divide on election night.
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States, expressing optimism for stronger ties between Nigeria and the U.S. in an era of global challenges.
The congratulatory message, issued by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, emphasises the Nigerian leader’s hopes for a renewed partnership between the two nations.
Following his victory on Wednesday, Trump pledged to “heal” the country, marking a stunning political comeback as he edged past Kamala Harris in a closely contested election.
Tinubu, in his message, affirmed, “Together, we can foster economic cooperation, promote peace, and address global challenges that affect our citizens.”
Tinubu highlighted that Trump’s return to the White House reflects the trust and confidence of the American people in his leadership, praising their commitment to democracy.
Given Trump’s experience from 2017 to 2021 as the 45th President, Tinubu foresees a new era of “earnest, beneficial, and reciprocal economic and development partnerships between Africa and the United States.”
The Nigerian President also expressed confidence that Trump’s leadership will contribute to peace and prosperity worldwide, acknowledging America’s significant influence on global affairs.
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