Politics
NPC CHAIRMAN PAYS SYMPATHY VISIT TO GOVERNOR ZULUM IN MAIDUGURI
The Chairman of National Population Commission, Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra and his entourage visited the Executive Governor of Borno State, His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Zulum to express solidarity and sympathy with the government and people of Borno State over the devastating flood disaster that recently ravaged several parts of Maiduguri and its surrounding areas.
Hon. Kwarra, in his address to Governor Zulum, conveyed the NPC’s deepest sympathies and support during this challenging time.
He acknowledged the immense loss of life and property, highlighting the emotional and physical toll the disaster has taken on the community.
‘The flooding has resulted in significant damage to infrastructure and has disrupted the daily lives of countless residents.
“The National Population Commission shares in your pain, loss, and displacement,” he stated.
Kwarra stated that the Commission has super-imposed NPC building dataset generated from the Enumeration Area Demarcation exercise over the flood zone areas in Borno State and discovered that an estimated number of 129,900 buildings were affected by flood in which 55.8% of the affected buildings are residential while 43.5% are non-residential. He said that 96.83% of the affected buildings are privately owned while 1.24% are owned by the government. He further stated that the estimated number of households affected is 132,585 while the estimated number of persons affected is 700,701.
He expressed admiration for Governor Zulum’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of Borno’s residents, commending his leadership in providing relief and support to those affected by the disaster.
In a gesture of support, NPC Chairman announced a donation of 10 million Naira contributed by the Chairman, Federal Commissioners, Management and staff of the Commission to assist in the relief efforts and provide care for the affected flood victims.
Kwarra offered prayers for the strength and comfort of those who have suffered losses, emphasizing the importance of unity and resilience in the face of adversity.
“We are confident that under your guidance, Borno State will overcome this challenge and emerge stronger,” he concluded.
In response, Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum expressed his gratitude to NPC Chairman and his team for the visit of solidarity and the generous donation, noting that the gesture underscored the strong bond between NPC and Borno States and promised that the funds would be used to support those in dire need.
Concerning the NPC Borno State office that was ravaged by the flood disaster, the Governor promised to assist the Commission in rebuilding the damaged structures.
Hon. Kwarra’s team included the Federal Commissioner, Borno State, Barr. Isa Audu Buratai, Federal Commissioner, Akwa Ibom State, Chief Engr. Benedict Ukpong, Federal Commissioner, Kaduna State, Hajia Sa’adatu Garba Dogonbauchi, some directors and technical staff of the Commission.
Politics
Breaking: Diri Orders Autopsy on Bayelsa Deputy Governor’s Death, Warns Against Politicisation
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has ordered an autopsy to determine the cause of death of the state’s Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.
Governor Diri gave the directive on Saturday while receiving former President Goodluck Jonathan at the Government House in Yenagoa.
Reacting to the incident, the governor condemned what he described as widespread misinformation and speculation on social media, warning against any attempt to politicise the deputy governor’s death.
“I want to make an appeal. I have seen people politicise his death. In Ijaw land, there is no enmity in death. Let nobody politicise the passing of our dearly beloved deputy governor,” Diri said.
“If anyone truly loves him, this is the time to show it. I have directed that an autopsy be carried out to reveal the cause of his death. There is a lot of nonsense going on on social media.”
The governor further urged the public to focus on mourning and honouring the late deputy governor, noting that the state government had declared three working days of mourning in his honour.
“If anyone is issuing statements to eulogise him, let it end there. Let us mourn him because Bayelsa State is in a mourning mood,” he added.
Governor Diri also called for unity and love among the people, reminding them of the inevitability of death.
Speaking during the condolence visit, former President Goodluck Jonathan described the late Ewhrudjakpo as a committed and dedicated individual who played a key role in the activities of his foundation.
“For me, he was someone my foundation and I will never forget. He represented the governor in all our programs,” Jonathan said, adding that Ewhrudjakpo worked tirelessly in that role, even more than when he served as deputy governor.
The founder of Living Faith Church, Bishop David Oyedepo, has said he will never take part in partisan politics, not for even billions of naira.
He stated that no amount of money, including “$1 billion,” (1.4 Trillion naira) would make him join politics.
Oyedepo made this known during an impartation service at Shiloh 2025 held at the church’s headquarters in Canaanland, Ota, Ogun State.
He explained that partisan politics is not part of his life’s calling and that is why he has chosen to stay away from it.
In his words: “In 2015, I warned the church that trouble was coming. Didn’t trouble come?
“Partisan politics is off my calling. If you give me $1 billion to join politics, I won’t, because it is off my course.”
The bishop also said the world is in urgent need of God’s intervention because of the times we are living in.
According to him, believers are being trained as an end-time army to bring solutions to national and global problems, similar to what biblical figures like Joseph and Daniel did.
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Chief Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on his birthday, December 13.
President Tinubu celebrates with the Minister and former governor of Rivers State, giving thanks to God Almighty for enriching him with a life defined by purpose, service, and courage.
The President describes Chief Wike as an audacious top performer who defies obstacles and delivers results.
President Tinubu acknowledges the ongoing transformation of the Federal Capital Territory through infrastructure expansion, highlighting the Minister’s recent intervention that broke the 14-year logjam in the construction of the Apo-Karshi road.
The President commends Chief Wike for his resilience, can-do attitude, and commitment to excellence in all assignments.
President Tinubu thanks the Minister for his consistent efforts in delivering results and wishes him a happy birthday and strength to further his good work in the FCT.
“Nyesom Wike has been one of the shining stars in the cabinet, an exceptional performer, developing infrastructure in the Federal capital as never seen before and proving that his moniker as ‘Mr Project’ is not limited to his home state of Rivers.
“I commend him for being one of the champions of our Renewed Hope Agenda, even though he belongs to another party and wish him well as he marks another year in his life journey”.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
December 13, 2025
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