27/10/2025
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1) 2027: Tinubu, Akpabio Endorse Gov Eno For 2nd Term
Nigeria’s president, Bola Tinubu, the Senate president Godswill Akpabio, have applauded Governor Umo Eno – led administration, and vowed to back his bid for second term in 2027.
Describing governor Eno, as a man of remarkable, visionary and impactful leadership, President Tinubu, noted the proliferation of physical infrastructure and other good governance imprints as major recommendations in his scorecard.
The president made the pronouncement during the reception held after the funeral of late Deaconess Eno Nnana Usoro, mother of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Deputy Governor (Operations), Emem Usoro, at Four-Point by Sheraton Hotel, Ikot Ekpene local government area at the weekend.
Represented by the vice president, Senator Kashim Shettima, he acknowledged governor Eno’s great sense of humility, exemplary leadership, and sense of unity which had led to steady developments in the state.
Speaking separately at the palace of the Oku Ibom Ibibio and Paramount Ruler of Nsit Ubium LGA, Ntennyin Solomon Etuk, the Senate president, Godswill Akpabio, re-echoed the same sentiment, vowing to stand with governor Eno, in his second term quest.
2) Some yahoo boys are geniuses, require redirection, not condemnation — Peter Obi
Abuja-The presidential candidate of Labour Party, LP, in 2023 elections, Mr. Peter Obi, has said some of Nigeria’s so-called Yahoo boys were simply geniuses who required redirection of their talents.
Obi, who said this in a post, titled “ Our Youths Need Redirection”, on his verified X handle, yesterday,
He explained that he had an engagement with youths in Onitsha at the invitation of the Archbishop of All Saints’ Cathedral, Onitsha, where he had the privilege of speaking to youths on the theme, “Money Beyond Wealth.”
The Conference held at the Archbishop Patterson Auditorium, All Saints’ Cathedral, Onitsha, had the theme ‘Money Beyond Wealth.’
”I reminded our young people that while money is important, it is only a fragment of true wealth, which rests on integrity, character, and purpose.
”Real wealth uplifts both the individual and society, promotes education, reduces poverty, and creates opportunities for others to live dignified lives.
“I told the youths that some of our so-called Yahoo boys are geniuses who need redirection, not condemnation.
Their creativity and courage, if properly guided, can drive innovation and national development. Our challenge is to channel their energy from deception to productive enterprise.
3) Enugu govt arrests man for defiling 2 daughters - vanguard newspaper
Enugu State Government has confirmed the arrest of Mr. Ozioma Okonkwo, a native of Imo State, for allegedly defiling his two biological daughters, aged two and five.
Okonkwo was apprehended Saturday night, October 25, 2025, following a distress report from a concerned citizen who promptly alerted the authorities.
The suspect is currently in police custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
Meanwhile, the two children have been placed in a government-approved shelter under the Ministry of Children, Gender Affairs, and Social Development, where they are receiving medical care and psychosocial support.
Their mother, who is said to be deeply traumatized by the incident, will also undergo therapy under the supervision of the ministry’s social welfare and counseling team.
The government commended the Nigeria Police Force for its swift and professional response, which led to the prompt arrest of the suspect. It also reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on sexual and gender-based violence, assuring the public that all offenders would face the full weight of the law.
Speaking on the incident, the Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs, and Social Development condemned the act in strong terms, describing it as “a heart-wrenching and unacceptable crime against innocence.”
“The Enugu State Government, under the leadership of Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, remains unwavering in its commitment to protect every child and ensure that perpetrators of such evil acts are brought to justice. No child should ever have to endure such trauma, especially from those meant to provide care and protection,” the commissioner stated.
The government also appreciated the vigilance and cooperation of citizens who continue to support efforts to safeguard the rights, safety, and dignity of women and children across the state.
