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Wike Mocks Peter Obi, Says He’ll Keep Contesting For President On Social Media

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Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has mocked former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, saying he will remain a “social media presidential candidate” rather than one taken seriously in Nigeria. Wike made the remark on Thursday while commissioning newly constructed roads in the Mabushi District of Abuja, responding to Obi’s recent comments about the poor state of public schools in the FCT. Obi had visited LEA Primary School in Kapwa on Wednesday, where he described the condition of the school as a “national disgrace” and a reflection of the government’s neglect of education. He lamented the lack of chairs, toilets, and other basic facilities, blaming the situation on leadership failure. In a sharp response, Wike accused Obi of politicising the issue and using emotional gestures to gain sympathy on social media. He said his administration was already addressing infrastructure challenges in the FCT, insisting that Obi had no moral ground to criticise anyone’s performance. “I hear one of the social media presidential candidates went to a local school and claimed the government has abandoned public education. His name is Mr Peter Obi. It’s not everything you must play politics with,” Wike said. The minister also took aim at Obi’s record as governor of Anambra State, alleging that he ignored key infrastructure projects during his eight-year tenure. “Peter Obi, you were governor for eight years. If you had completed all the necessary work in Anambra, nobody would still be talking about development there today. And why did you fall out with your successor?” Wike questioned. He further compared Obi’s tenure to his own record in Abuja, saying: “We’ve only been in office for two years. You served eight years. Compare what we’ve done in two years in the FCT to what you did in Anambra in eight years. Can you really say you love this country or Ndi Anambra? Certainly not.” Wike concluded with a taunt: “You will continue to contest for President on social media, but never as President of Nigeria. You couldn’t manage your own party, yet you want to manage a country of over 200 million people. It’s not possible for people like you.”  

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Saudi Arabia Cuts Nigeria’s Hajj Camp Slots For 2026 Over Unused Quota

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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has revealed that Saudi Arabia has significantly reduced the number of camp slots available for Nigerian pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj, following the country’s underutilisation of its quota during the 2025 exercise. In a statement released on Thursday by the Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations, Fatima Usara, NAHCON said Nigeria, which was allocated 95,000 slots, now has only 66,910 approved spaces on Saudi Arabia’s NUSUK Masar portal for camp accommodation. According to the statement titled “NAHCON, States Discuss Hajj Costing and Other Critical Issues; Ministry Briefs NAHCON on Tour Operators,” the commission warned that the cut would have serious implications for states and licensed tour operators. “The Mashair space reserved for Nigeria’s pilgrims on the NUSUK Masar portal is actually 66,910 slots for the 2026 Hajj. This means that out of the 95,000 slots allocated, only 51,513 are available for state pilgrims and officials, while 15,397 will go to licensed tour operators,” the statement read. The commission explained that the reduction was imposed by Saudi authorities as a penalty after Nigeria failed to fill its full quota in 2025. Although NAHCON had secured 52,544 spaces for state pilgrims in 2025, only 41,218 pilgrims were airlifted under the government quota. An additional 18,000 travelled through private tour operators, leaving more than 35,000 unused slots. During a meeting with State Pilgrims Welfare Boards, NAHCON’s Commissioner of Operations, Prince Anofiu Elegushi, disclosed that future allocations would be based on each state’s utilisation during the last Hajj. “States that failed to use their full quota in 2025 will be most affected,” Elegushi warned. NAHCON added that it has held discussions with Saudi authorities, who instructed that each group of tour operators should be allocated a minimum of 2,000 slots and registered on the NUSUK platform. The NAHCON Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Usman, urged all stakeholders to work in unity to avoid disruptions, saying “unity in this assignment is key to the success of Hajj 2026.” He also stressed the importance of proper medical screening, given Saudi Arabia’s strict health regulations. To reduce the financial burden on intending pilgrims, the commission said negotiations were ongoing to cut some cost components such as cargo handling fees. However, it warned that service providers’ rates would not be arbitrarily reduced to avoid compromising service quality. A board member representing the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr. Adetona Adedeji, promised to relay NAHCON’s appeal for a reduction in the 2% transaction fee charged on pilgrims’ payments. The commission also reminded states of the December 21 remittance deadline and urged them to set earlier internal cut-off dates to avoid delays. It added that a nationwide sensitisation campaign would soon begin to stress the urgency of meeting the deadline. NAHCON confirmed that the 2026 Hajj would adopt the international aviation luggage policy, which allows each pilgrim two 23kg checked-in bags and one backpack as hand luggage. It also reiterated Saudi Arabia’s health restrictions, warning that persons with organ failure, psychiatric disorders, active cancer, pregnancy, tuberculosis, or other communicable diseases will not be allowed entry into the Kingdom.  

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Nnamdi Kanu’s Wife Begs Court To Save Husband’s Life, Rejects DSS Medical Report

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Favour Michael Kanu, wife of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has appealed to Justice James Omotosho of the Abuja High Court not to let her husband die in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS). In an open letter to the judge on Thursday, Mrs. Kanu expressed deep concern over what she described as the deteriorating health of her husband, faulting the medical report presented in court by a panel of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA). The NMA team had earlier informed the court that Kanu’s condition was not life-threatening and that he was fit to stand trial. However, Mrs. Kanu dismissed the report as misleading and unethical, insisting that her husband’s health was critical and required urgent medical care outside the DSS facility. She urged the court to order his transfer to another hospital within Abuja, warning that keeping him at the DSS clinic could worsen his condition. “When your Lordship took over Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s case in March 2025, I strongly believed justice was at hand, having read about your impeccable reputation. However, the recent developments in court make me wonder if those attributes were exaggerated,” the letter read in part. She accused the court of indecisiveness and delays, alleging that the proceedings were being deliberately prolonged to keep her husband in detention. Mrs. Kanu also questioned the authenticity of the NMA’s report, claiming that it was never properly conducted. According to her, the DSS produced a “disjointed and unethical” report instead. She blamed her husband’s poor health on the alleged torture he suffered after being “illegally brought back from Kenya,” adding that he has since been held in harsh conditions without adequate medical care. “Why will your Lordship deny Mazi Nnamdi Kanu the opportunity to be treated in a proper hospital in Abuja instead of subjecting him to a poorly equipped DSS clinic?” she asked. Mrs. Kanu appealed to Justice Omotosho to intervene swiftly, stressing that her husband’s life was at risk and that justice must not be sacrificed to bureaucracy.  

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FG Clarifies Tinubu’s Pardon List, Says No Inmate Released As Review Continues

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The Federal Government has clarified that no inmate has been released yet under the recent Presidential Prerogative of Mercy granted by President Bola Tinubu, explaining that the process is still undergoing its final administrative review. The clarification follows reports that President Tinubu approved pardons for Sir Herbert Macaulay and 174 others, including late environmental activist Ken Saro-Wiwa and Major General Mamman Vatsa, who was executed in 1986 over an alleged coup plot. Also listed were Maryam Sanda, sentenced to death in 2020 for killing her husband, and several inmates whose sentences were either commuted or reduced. In a statement on Thursday, the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), said that although the Council of State had approved the clemency recommendations, no release has been carried out. He noted that the verification and review process is still ongoing to ensure compliance with all legal and procedural standards. “The Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice wishes to clarify that no inmate approved for clemency under the recent exercise of the President’s power of prerogative of mercy has been released from custody,” the statement read. “The process remains at the final administrative stage, which includes a standard review to ensure that all names and recommendations fully comply with established legal and procedural requirements before any instrument of release is issued.” Fagbemi explained that the issuance of release instruments will mark the last step, after which the Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service will be authorized to act. He stressed that the government is committed to transparency, due diligence, and the rule of law. “There is no delay in the process; it is simply following the law to the letter to ensure that only those duly qualified benefit from the President’s mercy,” he said. The minister added that the public will be informed once all necessary legal checks are concluded, noting, “The rule of law does not rush; it ensures fairness.”  

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InDrive Driver Denies Robbery Allegations, Says Passenger Misinterpreted Car Breakdown

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James Oluwatosin, an InDrive driver, has come forward to refute claims that he was involved in a robbery attempt during a passenger ride. The allegations started when X user @Big_Itohan shared a screenshot of James’ ID, warning others: “If you order a ride and you see him, please cancel. He’ll pretend something is wrong with his car and park so his gang can rob you. All of his door handles except the driver’s side are broken. I literally had to climb out through the driver’s side while he was pretending to fix the light and was on a call.” Her post quickly went viral, receiving over 5.5 million views, and was widely circulated on WhatsApp, X, TikTok, and other social media platforms. James addressed the claims in a video posted by @JustPaul332117 on X, insisting he was being falsely accused. He explained, “My car actually broke down, and some touts came to demand money from me. The lady got involved and started negotiating with the touts, and that’s when the misunderstanding happened.” He emphasized that he had no intention of harming anyone, adding that the viral post misrepresented the incident. pic.twitter.com/tP1aHKGKHK — Just-Paulo (@JustPaul332117) October 15, 2025

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JAMB Denies Claims UTME No Longer Required For Tertiary Admissions

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has dismissed reports claiming that the UTME is no longer required for admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions. Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB’s Director of Public Affairs and Protocols, described the information as false and clarified that the Minister of Education, Dr. Mauruf Alausa, never made such a statement. He urged the public to disregard the misleading report, stressing that JAMB will continue to perform its statutory functions in line with the law. The statement read, “Our attention has been drawn to misleading information published by Phonix.browser.com on 16th October, 2025, claiming that ‘JAMB is no longer a prerequisite for admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria.’ This is entirely false. The Hon. Minister of Education, Dr. Mauruf Alausa, has never made such a pronouncement. “The referenced statement, ‘Renewed Hope in Action: Federal Government Streamlines Admission Requirements to Expand Access to Tertiary Education,’ is part of the federal government’s ongoing efforts to increase access to higher education. “We call on the public to disregard this unfounded report and note that JAMB will continue to discharge its statutory duties according to its enabling laws.”  

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Senate Set To Screen Professor Joash Amupitan As INEC Chairman Thursday

Senate Confirms Professor Joash Amupitan as INEC Chairman

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The Senate has officially confirmed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Amupitan’s confirmation, which took place on Thursday, followed a rigorous screening session where he answered questions from senators over several hours. The queries focused on issues such as electoral reforms, electoral malpractices, and the independence of INEC. Following the confirmation, the Senate is now expected to formally notify President Bola Tinubu of Amupitan’s appointment. Prior to the confirmation, President Tinubu had written to the Senate urging lawmakers to expedite the process of approving Amupitan’s nomination.  

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Minister Dele Alake Calls for Closure of Nigerian Schools Charging Tuition in Foreign Currencies

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The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has called for the closure of Nigerian schools that charge tuition fees in foreign currencies, describing the practice as a significant drain on the nation’s economy. Alake made the remarks during the Nigeria Gold Day Celebration, held alongside the 10th edition of Nigeria Mining Week in Abuja on Wednesday. The event carried the theme “Nigeria Mining: From Progress to Global Relevance.” “I am going to propose to the Federal Executive Council that all schools in Nigeria charging in foreign currencies should be shut down,” Alake said, condemning the practice as one of several economic loopholes that hinder national development. He highlighted the scale of the issue, noting that many parents pay enormous sums in foreign currency for school fees. “If your child is attending a school in Abuja or Lagos paying 10,000 pounds or 10,000 dollars, you then have to convert naira to dollars, driving the value of the dollar up. You can’t establish a school in the UK and charge in naira; it’s only in this country that such contradictions harm the economy,” he lamented. Alake also emphasized the need for Nigerians to focus on productive, constructive, and regenerative activities that contribute to national growth. The minister further outlined government efforts to curb financial leakages within Nigeria’s gold sector, including the adoption of digital systems to reduce cash transactions, limit corruption, and position Nigerian gold as a globally credible medium of exchange. He explained that the National Gold Purchase Programme (NGPP), part of the Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (PAGMI) and administered through the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF), allows the government to buy gold directly from artisanal miners in naira, helping boost foreign reserves and stabilise the naira. Hajia Fatima Shinkafi, Executive Director of the SMDF, noted that gold exploration funding in Nigeria is increasing, contrary to global trends. She urged stakeholders to capitalise on Nigeria’s gold resources and support initiatives aimed at making the country a top destination for junior miners. The Nigeria Mining Week, which runs from October 13 to 15, is organised by the Miners Association of Nigeria in partnership with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and the VUKA Group.  

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