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Power is transient, Secondus tells politicians

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7 years ago

August 6, 2019

Eric

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Uche Secondus, on Tuesday, urged President Muhammadu Buhari, the 36 state governors, members of the National Assembly and other public officials to remember that power is transient and so deliver good governance to the people.

He also urged them to guide their actions towards the people as they would not last eternally in office.

He spoke when PDP leaders paid a condolence visit to the Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri according to a statement from the PDP National Publicity Secretary Office.

He urged public officials to emulate Fintiri’s stewardship, according to him, in delivering good governance and development to the people of Adamawa State.

According to him, the governor’s sense of duty and coordination, as well as his efforts towards ensuring peaceful co-existence in the state demonstrated the values he received from his father.

He eulogised the governor for his perceived good governance and delivery of dividends of democracy to the residents of the state.

Secondus said, “You represent peace which the air around Adamawa has shown. Your wish was to see your father live longer and see your achievements in office but God has called him to come to a place of peace. There is a time for everything. Those in government should know that their tenure will come to an end one day.

“You were elected on the basis of your performance while in office. This is a demonstration of the legacies you got from your father. The steps taken so far, including appointments, show that you are a man of faith, who live by your words.

“We pray that God’s wisdom will continue to direct you in your determination to render service to your people and our nation at large.”

Fintiri in his response said he will leave no stone unturned in repositioning the state for greater productivity for the benefit of the people, in line with the manifesto of the PDP.

He stated that PDP had bounced back as the dominant political party in the state, adding that he will consolidate on the successes of the 2019 elections.

He said, “PDP has come back as the dominant political party in the state. My administration is determined to carry out its responsibilities diligently. I pray for a better and stronger party as well as the consolidation of the successes of the 2019 elections.”

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IGP Disu Removes Benjamin Hundeyin As FPRO

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7 hours ago

March 5, 2026

Eric

The Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, has reportedly removed Benjamin Hundeyin as the Force Public Relations Officer (PRO) and replaced him with a new appointee, though the name hasn’t been officially announced.

Hundeyin was previously serving as the Lagos Command PRO before being promoted to the national role.

This move comes as part of Disu’s efforts to revamp the Nigeria Police Force and improve its public image.

As the 23rd IGP, Disu has emphasized professionalism, accountability, and transparency, warning officers that there will be no tolerance for misconduct or abuse of power.

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Assets Declaration: Court Dismisses NDLEA’s Case Against Abba Kyari

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8 hours ago

March 5, 2026

Eric

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, dismissed a case filed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), against suspended DCP Abba Kyari on allegations bordering on non-disclosure of assets.

Justice James Omotosho dismissed the suit, filed against Kyari and his younger brothers, Mohammed Kyari and Ali Kyari, for failure of the anti-narcotic agency to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.

The judge held that the burden of proving a case beyond reasonable doubt falls in the prosecution which it had failed to do so.

The ruling covers only asset declaration allegations. Other cases including drug related offences are still ongoing.

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NDLEA Nabs UK-wanted Drug Lord after 15-Year Hunt

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14 hours ago

March 5, 2026

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 58-year-old fugitive drug lord, Uzoma Valentine Ilomuanya, who had been on the wanted list of Nigerian and British authorities for over 15 years.

His arrest was disclosed in a statement on Wednesday by spokesman of the agency, Mr. Femi Babafemi.

Ilomuanya, according to the agency, was apprehended in Lagos on Monday, February 23, 2026, following what officials described as a high-stakes, well-coordinated operation by officers of the Agency’s Special Operations Unit.

He was first arrested in February 2003 in the United Kingdom and later convicted for drug trafficking.

He was sentenced to nine years’ imprisonment but released after serving two years following a successful appeal.

In July 2011, Ilomuanya was again arrested in the UK for drug-related offences.

Though granted administrative bail, he absconded and fled to Nigeria, evading further prosecution.

In November 2018, NDLEA operatives arrested him in Nigeria after uncovering two clandestine methamphetamine laboratories — one at his country home in Obinugwu, Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State, and another at his residence in Lagos.

During the operation, officers recovered 77.960 kilograms of methamphetamine and extensive drug production equipment.

He was subsequently charged before a Federal High Court in Lagos but later jumped court bail, remaining on the run until his latest arrest.

Reacting to the development, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), described the arrest as a major breakthrough in the agency’s sustained crackdown on drug trafficking networks.

“This arrest serves as a stern warning to those who think they can hide behind borders to escape justice. Whether you jump bail in London or set up clandestine labs in your village, the long arm of the NDLEA will eventually catch up with those who choose to undermine the health, security, and future of our nation,” Marwa said.

He added that the Agency remains committed to strengthening intelligence-led operations and deepening international collaboration to prevent Nigeria from becoming a safe haven for global drug cartels.

Marwa commended officers of the Special Operations Unit for their professionalism, resilience, and diligence in tracking down the fugitive, stressing that the NDLEA remains unwavering in its resolve to dismantle drug trafficking networks operating within the country.

The agency is expected to proceed with legal action against Ilomuanya in the coming days.