APC chieftain advises El-Rufai to avail self to DSS

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8 months ago

February 15, 2026

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta, Chief Victor Ogba has advised the former governor of Kaduna state, Malam Nasir El-Rufai to present himself to DSS for interrogations.

NAN reports that the former Kaduna state governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai recently alleged that DSS attempted to arrest him at the airport on arrival from Cairo.

Ogba said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja.

He urged the former Kaduna state governor to humble himself and a law-abiding citizen of Nigeria and present himself to the DSS.

“I don’t see anything wrong in El-Rufai making himself available to the police or DSS for interrogations if he is truly clean as he claims.

“He should stop dramatizing the whole scenario by raising false alarms over constitutional matters, arrest is constitutional and no one is above the law,” he said.

Ogba, who expressed confidence in the security expertise of the DSS, said that the seizure of El-Rufai’s passport may have followed internal watch-list procedures.

According to him, Section 2 of the DSS instrument regulation, which is in compliance with the NSA Act, gives the DSS the power to seize passports of persons on the watch list.

Ogba therefore urged El-Rufai to go and find out why his passport was seized and at the same time clear himself.

The APC chieftain who reiterated calls for constructive criticism, warned against deliberate mischievous acts to malign the government of the day.

(NAN)

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Nigeria at 66: ‘We Must Not Lose Faith in Nigeria’ — FCC Boss Omidiran

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11 hours ago

October 1, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary to renew their faith in Nigeria, strengthen national unity and recommit themselves to building a more inclusive and prosperous country.

In her 66th Independence Day message, Hon. Omidiran described October 1 as more than a celebration of freedom, saying the anniversary provides an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the country’s journey, acknowledge its progress and challenges, and renew the collective determination to build a nation where every citizen has a sense of belonging.

According to the FCC Executive Chairman, the Federal Character Principle remains particularly important to the quest for national cohesion because equitable representation promotes a sense of ownership and confidence in the Nigerian project.

“Nigeria is a nation of great diversity and
enormous potential. Our responsibility is to ensure that this diversity becomes a bridge that connects us rather than a barrier that separates us. Every Nigerian deserves to feel that he or she belongs to this country and has a role to play in its development,” Omidiran said.

The FCC boss called on government institutions at all levels to remain committed to fairness, equity, accountability and inclusive governance, while urging citizens to support efforts aimed at strengthening national institutions and promoting peaceful coexistence.

“We must not lose faith in Nigeria. The challenges before us are real, but so are the opportunities and the enormous human and natural resources available to us. Every citizen has a responsibility to contribute his or her own quota to building the Nigeria we desire,” she stated.

The FCC Executive Chairman also urged young Nigerians to remain committed to acquiring knowledge and skills, entrepreneurship, innovation, sports and other productive ventures, describing the youth as critical stakeholders in the country’s future.

“As we celebrate 66 years of independence, let us remember that the Nigeria we want cannot be built by government alone. It requires the commitment of all of us – leaders and citizens, young and old, from every part of the federation. Together, we can build a Nigeria where justice, fairness, opportunity and peace are available to all,” she said.

Omidiran reaffirmed the FCC’s commitment to the effective discharge of its constitutional mandate and to supporting efforts that promote equitable representation and inclusive national development across the federation.

The former lawmaker wished Nigerians at home and abroad a peaceful and memorable 66th Independence Anniversary, praying for continued peace, stability, prosperity and progress for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“Our differences should never be greater than our common identity as Nigerians. Let us continue to choose unity over division, service over self-interest and hope over despair. The Nigeria of our dreams is possible if we all play our part,” Omidiran said.

“On behalf of the Federal Character Commission, I congratulate all Nigerians on this 66th Independence Anniversary. May this occasion renew our patriotism, strengthen our unity and inspire us to work together for a stronger, more equitable and prosperous Nigeria. May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” she added.

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