Aganbi calls Wike superb political strategist

· Praises FCT minister for making Abuja smart city

· Says Akogate is the best in Nigeria

By: Our Reporter

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, has been praised for imagining a different future for the nation’s capital, modernizing the city, providing development opportunities for women and youths and strengthening democracy and effective governance in the country.

He was also applauded for promoting the country’s strategic interests, advancing fundamental values and supporting President Bola Tinubu in his effort to transform the country.

‘’Chief Nyesom Wike is an innovative thinker. He is doing a good job, and it is time for Nigerians to celebrate him’’

The Chief Executive Officer of Akogate Group, Felix Aganbi, made this commendation on Monday.

He applauded Wike for creating a smart city and rational individuals, raising the living standard of villagers and doing his best as a political leader in the country.

‘’The Akogate smart streetlight is the first of its kind in Abuja. It is enhancing the safety and well-being of the Federal Capital Territory, contributing to a brighter and more secure environment, improving night life visibility, deterring crime, fostering social interaction and stimulating economic growth by allowing businesses to operate longer hours’’

Aganbi advised Nigerians to reassess their words and attitudes toward the federal government and people working for the progress of the country.

The Akogate Chief Executive Officer spoke during the installation of streetlights in Abuja.

He said Wike was bringing sanity into Abuja and giving the good people of the Federal Capital territory and Rivers State the tools and conditions to make the most of their own lives.

‘’Chief Nyesom Wike is developing the capacities inherent in people, making life better for FCT residents and increasing the options open to them’’

The business magnate praised Wike for his role in politics, education, economic development and crime control.

He emphasized investors’ confidence in the country’s reliability, the good chemistry between President Bola Tinubu and Wike and the minister’s steadfast commitment to developing the Federal Capital Territory. .

The gifted entrepreneur also underscored Wike’s stellar service, obvious courage and openness to new ideas from all quarters.

‘’Chief Nyesom Wike is hardworking, smart and kind. He is also a source of good ideas’’

He stressed on the importance of rules, greater investment, and spirit of teamwork.

Wike, a leading figure in the areas of infrastructure, welfare and economic development was appointed by President Tinubu in 2023.

Aganbi calls Wike superb political strategist

Two killed, two injured in Plateau mining route ambush

By: Zagazola Makama

Atleast two killed and two others injured in an early morning ambush along a mining route in Rafin Bauna, Jos South Local Government Area of the state, plateau state.

Zagazola Makama was informed by sources that the incident occurred at about 5:20 a.m. on Sunday, June 8, when the victims were reportedly heading to a mining site near the Mai Farin Mota area.

Police sources confirmed that two corpses were discovered at the scene one identified as Kabiru Mohammed, and the other as David Danlami.

Two other victims, identified as Bilal Ibrahim and Ayobene Ahile, sustained varying degrees of gunshot injuries and were immediately evacuated to the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) for medical attention.

The police sources said preliminary investigation indicates that the victims were on their way to a mining site when they were ambushed and shot by yet-to-be-identified assailants,” the police said.

The sources further disclosed that a search and combing operation is ongoing in the surrounding bush areas to apprehend the attackers.

Two killed, two injured in Plateau mining route ambush

Police arrest UMCN/GMCN pastors, members over violation of executive order in Taraba

By: Zagazola Makama

The Taraba State Police Command has arrested two pastors and several members of the United Methodist Church of Nigeria/Global Mission Church of Nigeria (UMCN/GMCN) for allegedly violating an executive order banning their religious activities in the state.

The arrest, according to police sources, followed a reported defiance of the state government’s directive ordering the closure of all UMCN/GMCN church premises pending the resolution of leadership and security concerns linked to the factional crisis within the denomination.

A police sources who confirmed the development said the arrests took place at about 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, at Kasuwan Bera in Kofai Ward, Ardo-Kola Local Government Area.

According to the source, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Sunkani Division led personnel to the church premises based on credible intelligence that members of the banned faction were holding an early morning service in defiance of the closure order.

“Upon arrival, the officers met some GMCN members actively engaged in religious activity. Despite repeated warnings, they defied police directives and were subsequently arrested,” the PPRO said.

The situation escalated when one Rev. Beziel Yayuba Yoila and another unidentified pastor arrived at the scene and allegedly incited members to resist the police.

“The group started pelting officers with stones, prompting the DPO to call for reinforcement from the Department of Operations (DOPS). The reinforcements arrived swiftly, and both Rev. Beziel and the second pastor were arrested,” he said.

Items recovered from the vehicle of Rev. Beziel include a cutlass, a canister of Police Body Guard Tear Gas, and a rearing stick, all of which have been taken into custody for further investigation.

The suspects have since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Jalingo for discreet investigation, the PPRO added.

The Taraba State Government had earlier issued an executive order temporarily shutting down all UMCN/GMCN churches due to protracted leadership disputes and concerns over public safety.

Police arrest UMCN/GMCN pastors, members over violation of executive order in Taraba