Category: The Nation – Nigeria

The Credence Awards has named Onaolapo Alabi as the Winner of the Leadership in Digital Transformation category, recognizing his outstanding contributions to HR technology, people operations, and digital innovation in Nigeria.

The Judging Panel highlighted Onaolapo’s sustained record of delivering enterprise-wide HR technology transformations that translate people’s needs into scalable digital solutions. Over the course of his career, he has led comprehensive HRIS implementations, including BambooHR, Lattice, and Bento, overseeing data migration, validation, and integrations with internal and external systems to ensure optimisation and alignment with organisational objectives. These overhauls, together with targeted efforts to increase tool adoption, materially improved operational efficiency and enhanced workforce visibility across the organisations he served.

Judges also drew attention to Onaolapo’s measurable impact in process automation and data strategy. He automated core HR workflows such as Confirmation and Onboarding Operational Processes, introduced robust data synchronisation across Organimi, Google Sheets, and BambooHR, and delivered actionable dashboards and reports through Looker Studio to support workforce planning and talent management.

Those initiatives closed payroll leakage gaps, saving ?1.35 million annually, raised previous-employer check success rates from 37.5% to 90%, and produced clear gains in turnaround time and employee experience. His practical innovations, including the design and deployment of a virtual service agent, HR service helpdesk, and a chatbot for People Operations, reduced support queries and increased responsiveness for employees and managers.

Beyond technical delivery, the Judges recognised Onaolapo’s leadership in product management, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance. He successfully translated HR requirements into technical specifications, introduced Agile practices within HR functions, and led cross-functional integrations with Product and Engineering teams to ensure timely delivery. His representation of HR in ISO audits (ISO 20001, 22301, and 9001), a payroll framework aligned with the Finance Act, and ongoing contributions to audit readiness demonstrate a disciplined approach to governance and compliance.

This award affirms Onaolapo Alabi’s professional credibility and authority as a lead in People Operations, a product-focused HR strategist, and a community-minded leader. The Credence Awards celebrate his accomplishments and look forward to the continued influence of his work in advancing HR technology, people transformation, and organisational resilience in Nigeria and beyond.

In a statement acknowledging the selection, David Ajayi, Chair of the Judging Panel, congratulated Onaolapo and praised the demonstrable, measurable outcomes that underpinned the panel’s decision, noting that the selection reflects both technical excellence and tangible benefit to organisations and their people.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) are collaborating to promote credible elections and strengthen democratic institutions across Africa.

As part of the collaboration, NEBE, alongside the Coalition of Ethiopian Civil Society Organisations for Elections (CECOE), led by NEBE’s Deputy Chairman Tesfaye Neway, was at the INEC office in Abuja on a working visit.

Receiving the delegation, the INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, underscored the importance of inter-institutional cooperation in improving electoral governance across the continent.

He said: ‘INEC and NEBE share similar constitutional responsibilities. Over the next week, we will share various aspects of the Nigerian experience in conducting elections, including innovations in technology, inclusivity, and stakeholder engagement.

‘This visit is happening at a time voter registration is ongoing in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) ahead of the February 2026 FCT Area Council Elections, giving our guests the chance to observe real-time voter registration.’

Yakubu expressed appreciation to the German Agency for International Development in Ethiopia for facilitating the visit.

The INEC chairman assured the delegation of a meaningful and interactive engagement.

On behalf of the delegation, Neway highlighted the significance of the visit in fostering mutual learning and strengthening electoral institutions across Africa.

‘Our presence here is part of an experience and exposure visit aimed at building strategic partnerships between our institutions. We believe democracy grows stronger when institutions learn from one another

‘We hope to learn from Nigeria’s innovations in voter registration, electoral technology, civic education, and stakeholder engagement while also sharing the challenges we face, such as electoral violence and misinformation,’ he said.

CECOE’s Executive Director, Abera Hailemariam, said there was a need for continued collaboration between the civil society and electoral bodies, particularly in strengthening voter education efforts.

‘We value this partnership and look forward to deeper cooperation between NEBE and INEC, with support from development partners. We are especially interested in how Nigeria conducts voter education in diverse languages,’ Hailemariam said.

Prominent members of Maverick City Music, Naomi Raine and Chandler Moore have announced departure from the Grammy-winning worship collective on October 6, 2025.

In heartfelt statements on social media, both artists expressed gratitude for their time with the group while signaling a new chapter in their individual journeys.

Naomi Raine shared that after a lot of prayer and consideration, she decided to leave Maverick City Music to step into what she believes God has called her to do individually.

She emphasised that her departure isn’t an ending, but a new beginning, and she’s excited about the music, ministry, and purpose ahead.

Raine wrote in a statement: ‘After a lot of prayer and consideration, I’ve decided that now is the best time to share that I’m no longer a part of Maverick City Music. Being a part of Mav truly changed my life. What started as a group of folks singing in a shed, has turned into something I could’ve never even

imagined!

‘This journey has changed my life forever. I don’t regret one single thing – the highs, the lows, the lessons. all of it. I’ve learned so much about God, about people, and about myself-and I will always carry those lessons with

me.

‘Every song I was a part of was written and sung from a pure place, just me wanting to please God. And now, I believe God has given me the green light to step into what He’s calling me to do individually. Still writing. Still singing. Still worshiping and leading others in worship – just on my own.

‘I’ll always love and support the incredible artists I started this with, and I’m so grateful for the time we shared creating something that touched people all over the world. I hold onto those moments and will never forget what God did with a bunch of people who just loved God’s presence. To every single person who’s prayed for us, sung the songs, shown love, and supported along the way. thank you. Truly. You have no idea what that means to me. This isn’t really an ending, but a new beginning. A new chapter. I’m excited about the music, the ministry, and the purpose ahead. God’s not done yet. With gratitude and love, Naomi Raine’

Raine has been an integral part of Maverick City Music since 2019, contributing her powerful vocals and songwriting skills to hits like ‘Jireh’ and ‘Promises’.

Chandler Moore also announced his exit, signaling a bittersweet decision after being locked in on what really matters in his life and career.

He expressed fresh vision and real excitement about the future, stating that his dream hasn’t changed, but he’s stepping into a new phase to share his story and make music that helps people feel more human.

‘These last two years I’ve been locked in on what really matters.in my life and my career. It’s been scary at times, but it’s also been full of fresh vision and real excitement about the future. With that, I’ve made the bittersweet decision to end my relationship with Maverick City Music. When we started Mav, I was grateful to have community and belonging while fulfilling my dream of making music that would help people experience God. And we did that.in ways I couldn’t have imagined.’

Moore also thanked several people who have been essential to the group’s mission.

‘This transition isn’t easy. Maverick is something I poured my heart into, so it’s almost like saying goodbye to your own kid.

‘My dream hasn’t changed. I’m stepping into this next phase ready to share my story and make music that helps people feel a little more human, a little more understood, and a little less alone’, he added.

Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner, Imisioluwa Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, has officially received her grand prize of ?150 million, which includes a brand-new SUV and ?80 million in cash.

The presentation ceremony took place in Lagos on Tuesday, where Imisi was seen proudly holding her symbolic cheque and posing in her new SUV – a moment that quickly went viral on social media.

After spending 72 days in the Big Brother Naija house with 29 other contestants, Imisi emerged victorious in the highly competitive ’10/10′ edition, defeating strong finalists such as Dede and Koyin.

Fans and fellow housemates took to various social media platforms to celebrate her victory, hailing her as one of the most deserving winners in the show’s history. Many praised her calm personality, emotional intelligence, and consistent authenticity throughout the season.

Imisi, a 23-year-old actress and fashion designer from Oyo State, captivated audiences across Nigeria and beyond with her creativity, resilience, and relatable nature.

Her journey in the house showcased a mix of wit, warmth, and confidence that resonated deeply with viewers, ultimately earning her 42.8% of the total votes in the grand finale.

Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has highlighted the importance of addressing constraints militating against export of sesame seeds in order to boost the country’s non-oil exports.

Nigeria’s non-oil export had risen to $1.791 billion in the first quarter of 2025. The non-oil export value represented 24.75 per cent increase compared to 19.59 per cent for the first quarter 2024.

Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Nonye Ayeni, said the non-oil performance report for 2024 indicated that sesame seed ranked number three out of the top 20 export products, amounting to 337.8258 metric tonnes with 4.63 per cent of the quantity exported.

Ayeni spoke at a one-day sensitisation exercise organised by the Council for Sesame Seed Farmers in Dutse, Jigawa State. The theme of the workshop was: ‘A Tactical Involvement for Enhancing the Production Capacity of Sesame Seed in Jigawa State.

‘Nigeria can obtain a significant share in the enormous forex from sesame seed export in the global market,’ Ayeni, who was represented by Okany Sylvia, Chief Trade Promotion Officer at NEPC, said.

She stressed the need to enhance the nation’s sesame yields and production, to maximise the export potentials along the value chain.

She said export of Nigeria’s sesame seed to Japan between 2019 and 2021, was allegedly threatened due to the discovery of excess pesticide residue and salmonella.

‘The offshoot this discovery was raised by Japan Oil and Fat Importers and Exporters Association (JOFIEA) on 5th August, 2022. Relatively, the Japanese Authorities allegedly confirmed that a high dose of pesticide residue found in Sesame Seed exported to Japan between 2019-2021 was 1.9 times in excess of Maximum Residue Limit (MRL),’ Ayeni said.

She highlighted that some of the challenges related to sesame seed export include poor compliance with sanitary and phytosanitary requirements, cross contamination during handling process, and lack of proper documentation by exporters.

Ayeni highlighted some of the solutions to include addressing contaminant issue from the farm gate to the market, comprehensive approach and leveraging training of farmers on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)

She said: ‘The introduction of technology-driven traceability system, tackling logistic hurdles, packaging and product differentiation will also curtail the situation. Quality testing, deployment of modern technology, awareness campaign as well as establishment of good storage system is vital’.

She advocated for the establishment of clusters within medium term frame, stressing that the council would engage relevant stakeholders to ensure zero rejection of agricultural exports, especially sesame seed.

NEPC Coordinator in Jigawa State, Mr Abdulkadir Aliyu, said the council believed that through strategic engagement and partnerships, Nigeria’s sesame seed export would be boosted and competitively repositioned across major destination markets.

He said the overall objective was to help the country tap into the growing opportunities in the global market, particularly in foreign exchange earnings.

He said: ‘This is a valuable opportunity to gain insights and contribute meaningfully to the development of this important sector’.

One of the participants, Balaraba Ibrahim also called for the establishment of aggregation centres for sesame seed processing in Jigawa.

Ibrahim expressed concern over the level of exploitation being faced by sesame farmers, who lack the capacity to process the produce, adding the trend forced them to dispose it at cheaper prices.

Another participant, Magaji Rabi’u advised farmers and residents of the state to explore export opportunities through the NEPC.

Super Eagles’ preparations for their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin has been hindered due to visa issue.

Seven newly invited players are reportedly stranded without entry visas to South Africa, where Coach Eric Sekou Chelle and some of his technical staff are already present for this crucial assignment.

The team’s training camp at The Ranch Hotel in Polokwane was scheduled to commence today, following its opening yesterday, but the absence of these players means full squad training will likely be delayed until the day before the match due to this organizational hiccup.

‘There’s a major organisational hiccup as it concerns entry visas to South Africa – at least seven players cannot be in that country before Wednesday because of this,’ a top source reportedly told SCORENigeria. ‘It means there may not be full squad training until possibly a day to the match. This is catastrophic!’

According to the news outlet, the majority of players from last month’s qualifiers were granted three-month multiple entry visas, the newly invited players and several recalled ones are experiencing complications.

But our correspondent gathered last night that only three players might be significantly affected. However, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is reportedly addressing the situation to ensure the affected players can join the squad in time.

Among the notable names in the 23-man squad announced by Chelle are Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen, who returns after injury, as well as prominent players like Alex Iwobi and William Troost-Ekong. Additionally, Sevilla star Akor Adams is set to make his senior debut for the national team.

Currently, Nigeria occupies the third position in Group C, with 11 points, trailing behind leaders Benin Republic and South Africa. The Super Eagles are hopeful of securing an automatic qualification spot, particularly following FIFA’s recent penalties against South Africa for fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho.

SUPER EAGLES’ SQUAD FOR LESOTHO, BENIN:

Goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa), Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars, Tanzania), Adebayo Adeleye (Volos FC, Greece)

Defenders: William Troost-Ekong (Al-Kholood, Saudi Arabia), Calvin Bassey (Fulham, England), Semi Ajayi (Hull City, England), Bright Osayi-Samuel (Birmingham City, England), Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiakos, Greece), Felix Agu (Werder Bremen, Germany), Benjamin Fredrick (Dender, Belgium)

Midfielders: Alex Iwobi (Fulham, England), Frank Onyeka (Brentford, England), Alhassan Yusuf (New England Revolution, USA), Wilfred Ndidi (Besiktas, Turkey)

Forwards: Ademola Lookman (Atalanta, Italy), Samuel Chukwueze (Fulham, England), Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray, Turkey), Moses Simon (Paris FC, France), C Tolu Arokodare (Wolves, England), Terem Moffi (OGC Nice, France), Akor Adams (Sevilla, Spain), Olakunle Olusegun (Pari Nizhny Novgorod, Russia)

Labour Party(LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has canvassed mandatory submission of academic certificates by candidates for elections to the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) six months before every election.

Obi, in a post on his X yesterday, said the idea could be a part of the proposed amendment to the nation’s electoral law.

In a veiled reference to the forgery saga involving Science and Technology Minister Godffrey Nnaji, the former Anambra State governor wrote: ‘These certificates, alongside details of schools attended, what was studied and years of study, should be made public for verification within 90 days.

‘This process must also apply to appointed officials, ministers and even aides, because when dishonesty starts from the top, it spreads to every level of governance, just like it’s happening now.

‘We must deal with certificate forgery holistically with the seriousness and level of criminality it deserves. Criminal offences should not be dismissed as a mere procedural matter.’

He referred to Indonesia, where, according to him, officials who contested elections with forged certificates or did not attend schools but claimed to have, got kicked out and prosecuted.

The former LP candidate noted that even though Nigeria has similar laws, INEC does not scrutinise certificates before the elections.

He said: ‘(INEC) overlooks complaints of forgery, and when challenged after the elections, the court will dismiss the serious criminal issues as ‘pre-election matters’ without giving this criminal act appropriate punishment.

‘INEC, even after the elections, does not bother to revisit or investigate these serious offences before the next election.’

The former governor said another issue that worries him is how ‘criminals and dishonest people’ scale through all layers of scrutiny by security, parliament and government agencies.

‘Even more disturbing, amounting to double tragedy, is that most of these dishonest people swore an affidavit before a law court attesting to the authenticity of the documents they presented.

‘We are now preparing for the 2027 general elections. INEC has enough time to investigate past complaints about various forms of forgery and false claims,’ Obi said.

Thousands of students and youths from the Southwest region under the aegis of Coalition of Yoruba Students and Youth Movement (COYSYM) on Tuesday staged a massive protest in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, to tackle what they described as unpatriotic attacks and orchestrated blackmail against Dangote Refinery.

The students who commended President Bola Tinubu for the courage in the removal of fuel subsidy fingered trade unions in the oil and gas sector including Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) as been behind the attack on the nation’s private Refinery.

The group also said it has uncovered, through credible information, that PENGASSAN, NUPENG, and DAPPMAN, in collaboration with certain international oil companies and traders, are deliberately instigating disruptions to frustrate Dangote Refinery.

It added that there are multiple attempts to obstruct its operations and undermine its credibility, noting that the acts of economic sabotage must not be tolerated.

COYSYM is a united front of all Yoruba Indigenous Youth and Student Organisations across Nigeria, including the National Association of Oduduwa Students (NAOS), Yoruba Council Worldwide, and the Coalition of Osun State Youth and Students Association (COSSYA), among others.

The protesters dressed in customised t-shirts and fez caps defied the early morning rain to assemble at the Iwo Road underbridge, carried banners, placards, and sang solidarity songs to enlighten members of the public on the threat against the benefit of the refinery in transforming the oil and gas sector.

Some of the inscriptions on the placards read, ‘Government supports Dangote Refinery Now. Support Dangote, Save Nigerians. Stop Sabotage. Support Dangote. Dangote Refinery is Nigeria’s Pride’, ‘PENGASSAN: Nigeria’s alpha and omega, stop holding Nigeria hostage. Free Dangote,’, Our oil, our right, support Dangote’.

Others read, ‘Don’t kill Dangote Refinery’, ‘Dangote Refinery is the pride of Nigeria’, ‘We kick against the anti-masses policies of PENGASSAN, DAPPMAN and NUPENG. Stop sabotaging fuel supply in Nigeria. Let the masses breathe’, ‘PENGASSAN, DAPPMAN and NUPENG: Stop causing problems in the oil sector in Nigeria’, among others.

The protest, which led to a heavy traffic jam at the Iwo Road end of the Ibadan-Ife Expressway, saw many commuters stranded for minutes.

Traffic officers, including officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Nigeria Police, among others, had a hectic time controlling traffic as commuters trying to use the road inward into the capital city suffered mild delays.

Addressing the massive crowd, the National President, Comrade Benedict Adetunji, urged the Federal Government to prioritise the allocation of crude oil to all Nigerian-owned refineries at fair and competitive rates.

He said the group embarked on the protest rally out of a deep sense of patriotism and unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s economic stability.

He also called for the stoppage of crude to foreign refineries at cheaper prices than to local refineries, as well as an end to the importation of petroleum products, and support for domestic refining.

Reading the position paper while addressing the crowd, Comrade Adetunji said, ‘We bring you warm and revolutionary greetings from the Coalition of Yoruba Students and Youth Movement (COYSYM) a united front of all Yoruba Indigenous Youth and Student Organisations across Nigeria, including the National Association of Oduduwa Students (NAOS), Yoruba Council Worldwide, and the Coalition of Osun State Youth and Students Association (COSSYA), among others.

‘We are compelled by the negative and anti-national activities of PENGASSAN, NUPENG, and DAPPMAN to present this position paper today, 7th October 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State, the political headquarters of the Southwest, out of our deep sense of patriotism and unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s economic stability.

‘First and foremost, we commend Your Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for your bold and visionary leadership, particularly your courage in the removal of fuel subsidy, which has brought remarkable improvement to fuel supply and market stability across the nation. Your steadfast drive for industrialisation and economic recovery remains commendable.

‘However, we express our deep concern over the recent unpatriotic attacks and orchestrated blackmail by PENGASSAN, NUPENG, and DAPPMAN against the Dangote Refinery, a world-class facility that stands as the pride of Nigeria and the entire African continent. This refinery, situated within our Yoruba region, represents a symbol of industrial hope, self-reliance, and national rebirth. It deserves support and protection, not sabotage.

‘Your Excellency, the survival and success of Dangote Refinery is crucial to achieving your administration’s vision of making Nigeria a production-driven economy rather than one dependent on importation. No nation grows by importing what it can produce. The only path to true economic revival lies in increasing our export capacity and reducing unnecessary importation.

‘For decades, PENGASSAN, NUPENG, and DAPPMAN have crippled Nigeria’s oil sector through incessant strikes, policy manipulations, and industrial sabotage. Their leadership has placed personal and corporate interests above national progress. These unions, often aligned with import cartels, have benefited from fuel importation at the expense of local refining. Their existence, in its current form, has done more harm than good to Nigeria’s economy.

‘As the sons and daughters of the Yoruba Nation, and as the hosts of the Dangote Refinery, we call on Your Excellency, our leader and father, to intervene decisively. Let us not allow these saboteurs to destroy what has taken decades and billions of naira to build. Dangote Refinery is not just a private investment; it is a national asset capable of providing employment, stabilizing fuel supply, and saving billions in foreign exchange.’

The group ‘urges the federal government to prioritise the allocation of crude oil to all Nigerian-owned refineries at fair and competitive rates.

‘Stop the sale of crude to foreign refineries at cheaper prices than to our local refineries.

‘End the importation of petroleum products and support domestic refining.

‘A historical lesson must guide us: in the past, Nigeria’s textile industry was the second-largest employer after the Federal Government, but reckless importation policies led to its total collapse. Even in advanced economies like the United States, President Donald Trump introduced high import tariffs to protect domestic industries and jobs. Nigeria must do the same to protect its strategic sectors.

‘We have also uncovered, through credible information, that PENGASSAN, NUPENG, and DAPPMAN, in collaboration with certain international oil companies and traders such as Trafigura, Vitol, Glencore, BP, and Shell, are deliberately instigating disruptions to frustrate Dangote Refinery. Reports indicate multiple attempts to obstruct its operations and undermine its credibility. These are acts of economic sabotage that must not be tolerated.

‘Your Excellency, Alhaji Aliko Dangote must not be made to regret his patriotic investment in Nigeria. Rather, he deserves national protection and encouragement. His contributions toward industrialisation, employment generation, and economic diversification embody your Renewed Hope Agenda.

‘As Yoruba students and youth, known for our love, unity, and hospitality, we appeal passionately to Your Excellency and all Yoruba leaders, Royal Fathers, traditional rulers, and stakeholders to rise in defence of Dangote Refinery and reject all agents of economic regression.

‘Nigeria will only rise when Nigerians believe in and support Nigeria. No foreign power will build this nation for us. The time has come to reward patriotism and punish sabotage. We remain committed to a better, stronger, and self-sufficient Nigeria.’

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has cautioned against the rising proliferation of northern groups with similar objectives, warning that such parallel formations threaten the unity and collective strength of the North.

Chairman of the ACF Board of Trustees (BOT), Alhaji Bashir Dalhatu, Wazirin Dutse, gave the warning during the Forum’s BOT meeting on Tuesday in Kaduna, which also had state chairmen, secretaries, and members of the Arewa100% Focus group in attendance.

Dalhatu said the forum was compelled to invite all state chapters to discuss two urgent matters, the need for a unified communication protocol among officials, and preparations for the ACF Silver Jubilee scheduled for November.

He lamented that contradictory statements by some national and state officials had caused confusion and threatened the Forum’s image, stressing that the BOT had both the obligation and authority to determine and enforce communication policies. ‘No doubt, the ACF today stands in great need of a firm protocol that should guide and regulate the manner in which officials speak about our affairs,’ he stated.

Speaking on the upcoming Silver Jubilee, Dalhatu said the November 20-22 celebration in Kaduna would feature the launch of an endowment fund, books presentation, and fundraising for a befitting national headquarters that reflects the Forum’s history, culture, and aspirations.

He expressed appreciation to members of the organising committees and called on all ACF members to turn out en masse to celebrate the milestone, describing it as an opportunity to reposition the forum for greater relevance in northern and national affairs.

On politics, the ACF BOT chairman reminded members that the Forum remains a socio-cultural and non-partisan organisation. ‘Although members may belong to political parties of their choice, as an organisation, ACF is politically neutral and will not support one party over another,’ he said, urging officials to maintain neutrality ahead of the 2027 elections.

Dalhatu also cautioned against the ‘unhealthy proliferation’ of northern associations with objectives similar to the ACF, recalling that in 2000, northern leaders, including former presidents, governors, traditional rulers, and intelligentsia-merged several groups to form a united Arewa Consultative Forum.

‘In deference to the memory of these elder statesmen, northerners thinking of creating parallel or splinter groups should rethink their actions and come back within the ACF. There is enough room in the Forum to accommodate all northerners,’ he urged.

He further directed state chapters to intensify membership drives and establish local government branches to strengthen grassroots presence and unity.

While commending security forces for their sacrifices against insurgency and banditry, Dalhatu prayed for the repose of fallen soldiers and urged continuous strategy reviews to minimize casualties.

The ACF BOT chairman also condemned alleged sabotage attempts against the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, describing them as ‘unpatriotic and unacceptable.’ He said those behind the disruptions were working against Nigeria’s economic progress and urged the Federal Government to act swiftly to protect the national asset.

Dalhatu concluded by thanking ACF members who attended the meeting both physically and virtually for their sacrifice and commitment to the organization’s ideals.

Actress and producer Bukky Amos-Bello has announced the passing of her father, Olaniyi Mofolorunsho Amos.

In a touching Instagram post, she shared a photo of her late father and fondly recalled the special memories they shared.

She expressed gratitude for her father’s love and presence throughout her life, describing him as her ‘forever ajitannawo’ and the best father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Amos-Bello wrote on Instagram, ‘Today, Monday, 6th Oct 2025 @8.25am (naija time) my clock stopped- my mirror was shattered- my first love, my forever love, my world, my supporter, my role model, babami, olokomi, alabaromi, olubadamoranmi, my one and only, abiyamo toooooto- goodnight my father. Sleep tight, Babami. O daaro babami Alamu.. I will always love u. Thank U for being the best.’

Bukky revealed that her father had promised to depart only after witnessing her become a grandmother, a promise he fulfilled before his passing.

‘Babami Amos, Olaniyi, Mofolorunsho, Alamu Oladapo- goodnight. Thank u for sharing your life with me. Thank u for being my ‘forever ajitannawo’, thank you for being the best father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. I’m typing this smiling- u said you’ll leave after replacing my love 4 u, u waited until I became a grandmother. The sparkles in your eyes when I gave u the news. Thank you for sharing your last moment with me- I’ll 4ever cherish those eyes that were wide open just for me last night. Babami- this hurts sooooooo deep, your passing hurts so deep, but thank you for fulfilling all your promises. I’ll always love u.. Sleep tight omo olofamojo,’ she added.