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NANS Calls On FG To Revisit Politicians Involvement In Wadume’s Kidnap Case

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6 years ago

August 25, 2019

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the Federal Government to revisit politicians involvement in Hamisu Wadume’ kidnap case.

National Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Association Mr Adeyemi Azeez, made this known in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Sunday.

He commended the Nigerian police force for the giant steps taken to uncover the suspect.

“The widely celebrated arrest of the kidnap kingpin, Hamisu Wadume, has not only fuel our fire of trust in the Nigerian police force but has equally put a garment of honour on the Inspector General of Police Mohammed Adamu.

“To this end, we are saying a very big thank you to the police boss for an honest fight against kidnapping in the country as history will not forget you.

“But, the Wadume’s confession of having links to politicians including a sitting Governor has subjected us as Nigerians, Students’ leaders and stakeholders in the country’s affairs as we found the need to discover the said politician(s) and ensure that they are brought to book.”

Azeez also called on the police force to revisit and investigated the Badoo menace which had been subdued through the effort of the security agencies and God majorly.

He said the investigation was necessary as the suspected kingpin was yet to either face the wrath of the law nor have his properties back if truly he was not guilty of the allegation leveled against him.

“The activities of this dreaded group remains fresh in our heart as many of our students lost their lives when the said group was ravaging most especially in the Ikorodu part of Lagos state.

“We, however, call on the IG to revisit the Badoo case so as to fish out all the evil politicians in the country as the country can’t be free of criminality until the politicians who have continued to stand as bedrock and financier of this unscrupulous elements are smoked out.

“We are also stating with every sense of commitment that we shall support the police if our help is sought for in this national project as security is not a one man’s business,” he said.

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Ogunlesi backs Tinubu reforms as FIRS chairman Adedeji highlights export-led economy

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15 hours ago

October 6, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

After a high-level meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Abuja, Nigerian-born global investor Adebayo Ogunlesi expressed renewed confidence in the country’s economic reforms, indicating potential mega investments across energy, aviation, and port sectors.

He was joined in that optimism by Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), who stressed that the reforms were laying the groundwork for an export-driven economy.

Speaking to journalists after the closed-door meeting, Ogunlesi praised the sweeping policy changes under Tinubu’s administration, including the removal of subsidies, tax reforms, and the revival of a refinery already exporting aviation fuel.

“We had an excellent meeting where we discussed how to put Nigeria front and center for international investment. The President was very encouraging, and we shared useful suggestions on driving economic growth,” Ogunlesi said.
Although he declined to reveal specific details, Ogunlesi confirmed that his firm is actively investing in Nigeria and assessing new opportunities.

“Watch this space. Nigeria is not yet the most exciting investment destination, but that’s what we are working on,” he teased.

Pressed on the sectors of interest, Ogunlesi highlighted energy, gas, aviation, ports, and renewables. Drawing on his firm’s experience with LNG projects in Texas and Australia, he noted Nigeria’s massive untapped gas reserves.

On aviation, he acknowledged his reputation as “the guy who bought Gatwick Airport” and signaled interest in similar ventures locally.
He also admitted that one of his companies operates ports in Cotonou and Lomé but none in Nigeria, a point Tinubu reportedly challenged him on.

“He forgave me but said, ‘you have to bring port investment to Nigeria,’” Ogunlesi recounted with a smile.

International investor Hakeem Bello-Osagie, who was also present, underscored the importance of diaspora participation in Nigeria’s growth story.
“When Nigerians at home and abroad invest in Nigeria, it sends a strong signal to the world,” he said, lauding Tinubu’s policies for making the country “investable.”

Echoing the sentiment, FIRS chairman Adedeji described the reforms as the foundation for an export-led economy.

“We’ve done the fundamentals, and now it is time to deliver growth,” he said.

With global players signaling confidence, the momentum for Nigeria’s economic repositioning is gaining ground, setting the stage for transformative investments in key industries.

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