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November 17, 2023

November 17, 2023 IFMNEWS

Insecurity Has Reduced Under Tinubu – Ribadu

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, says insecurity has reduced across the country since President Bola Tinubu took over power.

Speaking during the ongoing 19th Annual Nigerian Editors Conference (ANEC) in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, the pioneer EFCC Chairman said the current administration inherited tough period.

The NSA said though security has improved in the country, all hands must be on deck to surmount other security challenges.

He said the Federal Government would continue to do everything possible to improve on the welfare of the citizens and remain transparent in government’s business.

November 17, 2023

November 17, 2023 IFMNEWS

Nigeria Can No Longer Rely On Borrowing, Finance Minister Tells Senate

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, have disclosed that the country cannot rely on borrowing to fund the 2024 budget.

Edun stated this when he appeared before the joint Senate Committee interrogating the 2024-2026 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper chaired by Senator Sani Musa.

The Minister was accompanied to the Upper Chamber by the Executive Chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, and the Director General of the Debt Management Office (DMO) , .

In his presentation before the joint panel, Wale Edun highlighted the best way through which Nigeria can fund its annual budgets.

November 16, 2023

November 16, 2023 IFMNEWS

No Plans To Merge With PDP – LP

The Labour Party (LP) clarified on Thursday that it has no intentions of merging with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections.

This comes in response to the suggestion made by the PDP's presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, who proposed that opposition parties unite to defeat the APC in the upcoming presidential poll.

In a statement issued by LP spokesman Obiora Ifoh, the party emphasized that it has not engaged in any discussions regarding a merger. Ifoh acknowledged Atiku's call as a proposal, stating, "Every Nigerian should be interested in making democracy work in Nigeria, and what we have presently is an autocracy."

Ifoh stressed that the response provided by the LP did not mention any purported merger between the LP and PDP. The party is focused on the broader goal of strengthening democracy in the country.

Meanwhile, the APC criticized Atiku's merger plan, asserting that he still grappled with his loss in the presidential poll. In a statement by the APC's National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the APC suggested that the PDP should concentrate on resolving its internal party crisis rather than considering merger strategies.

The political landscape continues to evolve, with parties expressing divergent views on potential alliances and strategies leading up to the 2027 elections.

November 16, 2023

November 16, 2023 IFMNEWS

Support Kwankwaso In 2027 If You Want To Be Relevant — NNPP Tells Atiku

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has advised Alhaji Atiku Abubakar to align forces with Rabiu Kwankwaso and support him for the 2027 presidential race to maintain political relevance.

This recommendation follows Atiku's call for major opposition parties to form a coalition to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections.

During a meeting with a delegation from the national executive committee of the Inter-Party Advisory Council on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Atiku emphasized the necessity of robust opposition to prevent Nigeria from veering towards a one-party state. In a statement by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku expressed concerns about the APC's alleged move towards a one-party dictatorship, warning of adverse consequences for democracy if not countered.

However, the NNPP has characterized Atiku's suggestion of a merger as a belated remedy. Responding to the proposal, Yakubu Shendam, the National Publicity Secretary of the NNPP, stated that the party would only entertain Atiku's proposal if he threw his weight behind Kwankwaso's bid for the presidency in 2027.

Shendam remarked, "This is like medicine after death. If there is any future collaboration, it should not be as a result of emotions. We are going because we have a gladiator who can take over Nigeria." He emphasized the belief that Kwankwaso can lead the nation independently.

The NNPP clarified that it would not align with individuals influenced by emotions, expressing contentment with Kwankwaso as its national leader. Shendam conveyed, "We are calling on Atiku as an elder brother to close ranks with Kwankwaso if he wants to be relevant in 2027."

Meanwhile, the APC criticized Atiku's concerns about Nigeria slipping into a one-party state, dismissing them as "baseless and irrational." In a statement by National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, the APC attributed Atiku's perspective to the repeated defeats of his party at the polls. Morka advised Atiku to rejuvenate his party and avoid involving the APC in what he termed "their combined predicament."

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