Tinubu arrives Lagos for Easter, project inaugurations after Plateau visit

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April 2, 2026

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President Bola Tinubu arrived in Lagos on Thursday evening to observe Easter and inaugurate projects, following a condolence visit to Plateau.

Mr Tinubu had earlier departed Jos, where he commiserated with victims and families affected by the recent deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba.

His aircraft touched down at the Presidential Wing of Murtala Muhammed International Airport at about 7:20 p.m.

He was received by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, alongside senior government officials and other dignitaries.

During his Plateau visit, Mr Tinubu met bereaved families, former governors, traditional rulers, and top government officials to assess the situation.

He directed security agencies to track down and apprehend those responsible for the killings.

“The perpetrators must be brought to justice,” the president said, assuring affected communities of the government’s commitment to restoring peace.

The visit formed part of efforts to address the crisis and reassure residents of improved security measures.

While in Lagos, Mr Tinubu is expected to inaugurate key infrastructure projects executed by the Sanwo-Olu administration.

“These projects reflect our commitment to development and improved living standards,” Mr Sanwo-Olu said ahead of the ceremonies.

Among the projects slated for inauguration is the Ojota/Opebi Link Bridge, expected to ease traffic congestion across the metropolis.

Also scheduled are the Lagos State Geographic Information System Building and a Multi-Agency Complex named after the president.

A newly completed school complex will also be inaugurated during Mr Tinubu’s stay in Lagos.

Earlier in a statement, presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga outlined further engagements for the President.

According to Mr Onanuga, Mr Tinubu will travel to Ogun on Saturday to inaugurate the Gateway International Cargo Airport.

He will also inaugurate two commercial aircraft designated for export and import operations to boost economic activities.

“The initiatives are aimed at strengthening trade and logistics nationwide,” Mr Onanuga said.

The president will further inaugurate the new headquarters of the Federal Operations Unit of the Nigeria Customs Service.

He is also expected to unveil a fleet of operational vehicles to enhance the service’s efficiency.

Mr Tinubu will thereafter return to Lagos to continue the Easter holiday before proceeding to Bayelsa on April 10.

In Bayelsa, he will inaugurate projects executed by Governor Douye Diri’s administration.

The president is expected to return to Abuja at the end of his official engagements.

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Massive Reactions Trail Sule Lamido’s Claims, Blames Weak Leadership and Moral Decay for Northern Insecurity

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June 8, 2026

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Former Jigawa State Governor and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Sule Lamido, has sparked widespread reactions following his comments linking the worsening insecurity in Northern Nigeria to weak leadership and a breakdown in moral values.

Lamido made the remarks during a Wednesday interview on Premier Radio Kano, where he called on northerners to take collective responsibility for the growing security challenges in the region.

He stressed the urgent need to rebuild discipline and strengthen moral upbringing among young people, warning that societal neglect has contributed significantly to the crisis.

The former governor also criticised political leaders, accusing them of abandoning their core duty of protecting lives and property in favour of political interests.

He further alleged that politicians are worsening the situation through manipulation and poor governance, which he said continues to endanger young people and destabilise communities.

Lamido also maintained that insurgency and banditry in the North are largely homegrown, insisting that groups such as Boko Haram are made up of individuals from within the region rather than external forces.

He argued that their emergence reflects deep moral decay and called for a grassroots response beginning from the family structure.

On the issue of state police, Lamido expressed support in principle but insisted that proper training and discipline must be ensured before implementation.

He also condemned the rising cases of ransom collection among Northerners, describing it as a serious moral collapse.

Lamido concluded by urging fairness, justice, and responsible governance as key steps toward restoring lasting peace in Northern Nigeria.

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Plateau Teachers Protest Abduction of Oyo School Pupils, Demand Swift Rescue

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June 8, 2026

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The Plateau State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has joined its counterparts across the country in protesting the abduction of pupils and teachers from a primary school in Oyo State.

Hundreds of teachers staged a demonstration in Jos, the Plateau State capital, carrying placards and banners to express their anger over the continued captivity of the victims several weeks after the incident.

The protesters called on the Federal Government and security agencies to intensify efforts to secure the immediate and safe release of the abducted pupils and teachers, stressing that schools must remain safe spaces for learning.

They also expressed concern over the growing trend of school-related abductions in parts of the country, warning that such incidents could discourage parents from sending their children to school if not urgently addressed.

The union urged authorities to strengthen security around educational institutions and ensure the safe return of all victims still in captivity.