NUT PROTEST : WIKE WARNS AGAINST POLITICISING INSECURITY. (PHOTO).

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 NUT Protest : Wike Warns Against Politicising Insecurity The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has warned against politicising insecurity amid protests by the Nigeria Union of Teachers, FCT wing, over the killing and abduction of school staff and children in Oyo State. Teachers stormed the FCTA Secretariat in Abuja to condemn the killing of Michael Oyedokun and to demand the release of abducted pupils and teachers from Community High School, Ahoro-Esinle in Oriire Local Government Area. The FCT minister addressed the protesters on Tuesday, saying the federal government is on its toes working to secure the rescue of the schoolchildren and their teachers. Wike urged protesters to avoid turning the tragedy into a political issue and to give security efforts time to produce results. Chairman of the union in the FCT, Mr Abdullahi Shafa, explained that the nationwide solidarity protest was to condemn the killing of the teacher and abduction of the school chil...

PATEL TO TESTIFY BEFORE CONGRESS OVER KIRK ASSASSINATION INVESTIGATION ERRORS AND FBI TURMOIL. (PHOTO).


 Patel to testify before Congress over Kirk assassination investigation errors and FBI turmoil

Hours after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated, FBI Director Kash Patel inaccurately claimed online that “the subject” in the killing was in custody. In reality, the shooter remained at large, and the two men initially detained were quickly released. Utah officials confirmed the gunman had not been apprehended.

The misstatement highlighted ongoing scrutiny of Patel’s leadership as he faces congressional hearings this week, not only over the Kirk investigation but also broader questions about his ability to stabilize the bureau amid political pressures and internal unrest. Lawmakers are expected to question Patel on a recent purge of senior FBI executives, the prioritization of immigration and street crime over long-standing counterintelligence and corruption investigations, and his handling of politically sensitive cases, including those connected to former President Donald Trump and the Epstein files.

Patel’s initial claim of custody drew sharp criticism, with experts saying it fueled confusion and damaged public trust. During the subsequent search, Patel reportedly expressed frustration over delays in receiving critical information, including a photo of the suspect. Authorities later announced the arrest of the shooter, Tyler Robinson, and Patel highlighted FBI involvement in releasing investigative materials.

Meanwhile, Patel faces legal and personnel challenges. Several senior executives fired in August have filed a lawsuit alleging their termination was politically motivated and part of a campaign to remove those who resisted administration directives. Other leadership changes have included widespread turnover in field offices, forced resignations, and reassignments affecting experienced agents.

Since taking charge, Patel has shifted the bureau’s priorities toward street crime, drug enforcement, and immigration, aligning with administration directives, while critics warn that this focus may detract from the FBI’s traditional mission of investigating complex threats, including public corruption and national security cases.

The upcoming hearings will serve as a critical test of Patel’s ability to reassure lawmakers and the public that the FBI can operate effectively and independently, even amid ongoing political and operational controversies.

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