PINK REPUBLIC/ MY BLOG IS A STORY MARATHON.

 MASSOB DIRECTIVE ON  CHURCH MEMORIALS FOR CIVIL WAR VICTIMS ILLEGAL AIMED AT DISRUPTING THE PEACE IN THE SOUTH-EAST The attention of Headquarters Operation UDO KA has been drawn to an illegal directive issued by the Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB), directing churches in the South-East and parts of the South-South to hold memorial services in honour of civil war victims.   Headquarters Operation UDO KA empathises deeply with families who lost loved ones during the civil war and acknowledge the sacrifices made to keep Nigeria united. The memories of those who paid the ultimate price remain indelible in our national consciousness. However, it is important to emphasise that there are already established national occasions legally recognised by the Federal Government to honour our fallen heroes. These include the Armed Forces Remembrance Day, the Nigerian Army Day Celebration, and Nigeria’s Independence Day. These solemn occasions...

 The Nigeria Police Force has noted that an old video from outside Nigeria is being falsely associated with the recent abduction of school children and teachers in Oyo State. This video is unrelated to the incident and is being used to spread misinformation and cause unnecessary panic. Security agencies have intensified rescue efforts, deploying additional operational and intelligence resources to ensure the victims’ safe return. The Force remains committed to the victims’ rescue and urges the public to rely on verified information and avoid sharing misleading content.

 The principal of the abducted school in Oyo State has appealed to Bola Tinubu, Governor Seyi Makinde, and other authorities for urgent intervention following the release of a new video by the kidnappers. In the viral clip reportedly released by the terrorists, the principal, who was kidnapped alongside teachers and pupils, pleaded for immediate help, saying the victims are exhausted and losing hope as they remain in captivity under harsh conditions. He said: "Don't let them waste our lives. They are getting impatient and frustrated. Please help us. We are in the cold. We are under the sun, under the rain. The children and the adults as well. ''.  Watch video below. 

 Obi Ally Aisha Yesufu Drops Out of FCT Senate Race Aisha Yesufu, activist and ally of Peter Obi, has withdrawn from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) senate race for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). On May 6, Yesufu declared interest in the 2027 FCT senatorial race after joining the NDC from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). She said her decision was informed by the leadership experience she garnered in the ADC. However, in recent days, there have been speculations that the party has ceded the FCT senate ticket to Amanda Pam, another aspirant who had been in the party before Yesufu joined. In a statement on Friday, Yesufu said the party would not be conducting primaries for the FCT senate seat, effectively ending her ambition for the position. “Our party has decided not to conduct primaries for the Senatorial seat in FCT Abuja. It however intends to conduct primaries for House of Representatives! Go ahead and make your choice known!” she said. She urged her supporters...

  Skepta Cries Out Over Injustice in Nigeria, Appeals for Global Support Skepta has voiced serious concern over what he described as growing injustice in Nigeria. Speaking during a video broadcast, the “Bad Energy Stay Far Away” crooner called on celebrities and members of the international community to help amplify the struggles Nigerians are facing and bring global attention to the situation in the country. According to the rapper, Nigerians are resilient people who often mask their struggles, but the level of injustice in the country has become deeply troubling. “There is so much injustice in Nigeria. And whenever I can whether it is at my shows, verbally or images, whatever I can do, we are going to speak up for injustice at all time. “Nigerians need help. We need people to speak up for us as well. We need to protect Nigerians. There is so much injustice in Nigeria. “This is my message to the people; please, I know that we [Nigerians] are resilient and we make everything look g...

 ‘You will be arrested’ — NYSC DG warns corps members over cybercrime offences Olakunle Nafiu, director-general (DG) of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), says serving corps members are not exempted from Nigeria’s cybercrime law during their mandatory national service year. Nafiu spoke in Abuja on Thursday during an interview, where he noted that corps members are citizens and are bound by the constitution and other extant laws regulating online conduct, cyber activities, and public behaviour. Nafiu noted that allegations of cyberbullying involving corps members would be investigated and handled by relevant law enforcement agencies in line with the law.

 City Boy Movement Denies Links With Adepoju Salako Over Alleged U.S. Fraud Conviction The City Boy Movement has distanced itself from claims linking one Adepoju Babatunde Salako to the organisation following reports surrounding an alleged fraud conviction in the United States. The group insisted that Salako has never been a member, official, or representative of the movement at any level. In a statement issued in Abuja by its National Publicity Secretary, Mohammed Abdullahi, the movement described as false and misleading reports circulating online suggesting that Salako was affiliated with the group. According to the statement, “Mr. Adepoju Babatunde Salako is not a member of the City Boy Movement and has never held any office, appointment or official position whatsoever within the structure of the Movement.” The organisation further stated that Salako was never authorised to function as a coordinator, spokesperson, mobilisation officer, or representative of the movement either in...