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VIDEO: Onanuga defends purchase of new presidential jet for Tinubu

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VIDEO Onanuga defends purchase of new presidential jet for Tinubu

Amid public concern over government expenditure, Onanuga emphasised that safeguarding the president’s life should remain a priority.

Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s spokesperson, has explained the motivation behind acquiring a new presidential jet.

He stressed that the decision prioritised the president’s safety amid growing concerns over aircraft malfunctions.

Speaking on Channels Television’s “Inside Sources,” Onanuga highlighted the critical condition of the current presidential jet and added that maintenance costs had become unsustainable.

He said, “People should try to prioritise the safety of the president. I’m not sure anybody wishes for our president to go and crash in the air. We want his safety so that he can hand over to whoever wants to take over from him.”

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The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, reportedly advised Onanuga on the issue, revealing that ongoing malfunctions posed serious safety risks for the president.

This is not the first time the state of the Presidential Air Fleet has been scrutinised. Earlier this year, a technical failure in the vice-presidential jet prevented Vice President Kashim Shettima from attending the 2024 US-Africa Business Summit.

Additionally, in December last year, the Nigerian Air Force listed a Falcon 900B presidential aircraft for sale and invited bids from interested buyers.

Amid public concern over government expenditure, Onanuga emphasised that safeguarding the president’s life should remain a priority.

Shettima needs new aircraft, his life at risk, Borno Speaker raises alarm

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Similarly, the Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Abdulkarim Lawan, has raised concerns over a potential danger to Vice President Kashim Shettima’s life.

His concerns were labelled around the “faulty” presidential aircraft he uses for official engagements across the globe.

During his recent diplomatic mission, Shettima’s plane suffered a mishap, raising concerns over its safety risk to the Vice President’s life.

This incident forced Shettima to cancel his trip to the Commonwealth Summit in Samoa after his aircraft suffered windshield damage at JFK Airport in New York.
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"This is for my brothers that said no one will marry me" Bride-to-be says as she shows off engagement ring to her brothers

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VideoCapture 20250325 193155 1742928118A bride-to-be has gone viral for a video she did with her brothers. In the video, the lady is seen showing off her engagement ring to her brothers while they look on. “This is for my brothers that said no one will marry me bc of my dirty room,” she wrote alongside the video. Watch video below.      View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) The post “This is for my brothers that said no one will marry me” Bride-to-be says as she shows off engagement ring to her brothers appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.


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[VIDEO]: Akpabio's ally calls Ezekwesili an ‘insult to womanhood’ in heated exchange over Natasha's case

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A heated altercation broke out on Tuesday, March 25, between Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi of Ebonyi North and former Minister of Education Oby Ezekwesili during a Senate committee hearing.

The confrontation occurred at the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions session, which was reviewing a fresh petition submitted by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.

Ezekwesili was present alongside Abiola Akiode, Akpoti-Uduaghan’s counsel, and petitioner Zubairu Yakubu.

Tensions escalated when Yakubu attempted to speak while committee chairman Neda Imaseun was addressing the session.

He was asked to mute his microphone, prompting Ezekwesili to intervene.

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Nwaebonyi, appearing as a witness for Senate President Godswill Akpabio, interrupted her, leading to an immediate clash.

“Compose yourself and stop making noise,” Ezekwesili told the senator.

The remark triggered an explosive response from Nwaebonyi, who shot back angrily.

“You’re a fool. What do you mean? Why are you talking to me like that? I will not take it. You’re an insult to womanhood. People like you cannot be here,” he retorted.

Ezekwesili did not hold back, calling Nwaebonyi a “hooligan,” further aggravating the situation.

The fiery exchange briefly disrupted the proceedings before order was restored.

In the aftermath, committee chairman Imaseun announced that the matter had been taken to court, abruptly ending the hearing.

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Reps initiate process to make appeal court final arbiter for governorship election petitions

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A bill seeking to designate the Court of Appeal as the final authority for determining governorship election petitions has successfully passed its second reading in the House of Representatives. The bill, sponsored by Nnamdi Ezechi, the lawmaker representing Ndokwa East/Ndokwa West/Ukwuani federal constituency in Delta State, aims to amend Section 246 of the 1999 Constitution. Under the current provision, Section 246 stipulates that decisions by the Court of Appeal regarding election petitions related to national and state houses of assembly elections are final. Ezechis proposed amendment seeks to extend this finality to governorship elections as well. If passed, the law would prevent gubernatorial election disputes from reaching the Supreme Court. Ezechi, who introduced the bill in 2024, stated that the intention behind the legislation is to reduce the delays and costs associated with post-election litigation. The new law would eliminate the need for appeals to the Supreme Court, which has sometimes reversed decisions made by the Court of Appeal in gubernatorial cases. Recent cases highlight the issues with the current system. In 2023, the tribunal and Court of Appeal annulled the election of Caleb Mutfwang of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as governor of Plateau State, but the Supreme Court later overturned this ruling in January 2024, reaffirming Mutfwangs victory. Similarly, the Court of Appeal voided Abba Yusufs election as governor of Kano State, but the Supreme Court nullified this decision as well. If the bill is passed, it could significantly streamline the process and prevent further appeals, providing more stability to the countrys electoral system. The bill is now moving forward for further deliberation in the House of Representatives.The post Reps initiate process to make appeal court final arbiter for governorship election petitions appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.


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