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Security agencies are fully aware of the identities and locations of the bandit groups responsible for recent mass kidnappings, including the attack on St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, in Niger State, according to Bayo Onanuga, Special Advisor to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy.

Onanuga revealed the information on Monday in an interview with Prime Time on ARISE News.

According to him, although security officers have the requisite intelligence, their operations are often hampered by the potential of collateral damage to citizens being held by the bandits.

“Every bandit working on that axis is known to the security personnel. They are familiar with them. “They are aware of where they work,” he remarked.

Onanuga emphasized that the government cannot just attack the designated enclaves with airstrikes.

“Where they operate, our people reside. Therefore, you can’t simply get there. They must exercise extreme caution to avoid bombing innocent Nigerians while pursuing these bandits, he stated.

The presidential assistant brought up a previous instance in Borno State where civilians were erroneously hit by the military.

“The military bombed the wrong people in Borno State a few years ago because they believed they had the correct satellite link. They have to steer clear of that kind of error,” he stated.

He continued by saying that because neither the school nor the Christian Association of Nigeria’s Niger State branch had produced comprehensive records, there is still uncertainty on the precise number of kidnapped pupils.

The number of those that are truly missing is currently unknown to the authorities. You mentioned that pupils are absent; please provide their names. Tell us what you’re looking for,” he said.

Additionally, Onanuga asserted that the principal of the school had “disappeared,” making the verification procedure more difficult.

“The security felt that their lack of cooperation was quite odd. “What is the agenda?” he inquired.

He went on to explain why, following kidnappings, security agents do not instantly raid bandit camps.

Sometimes the possibility of collateral damage keeps them from pursuing them. He claimed, “They kidnap our people and use them as a shield so they won’t be attacked.”

The bandits are aware of the repercussions of resisting government pressure, Onanuga continued.

He stated, “They understand that the government will launch a kinetic action and attack their base if they hold those people and refuse to release them.”

Onanuga stated that the President’s order to reassign personnel from VIP protection to front-line responsibilities will greatly enhance security in high-risk regions.

“I read today that VIPs are protected by 100,000 police officers. It will make a big impact if you distribute them to areas that are susceptible, he said.

Onanuga stressed that the administration acknowledges the gravity of the current security situation in response to criticism from church leaders.

The fact that Nigerians are being slain has never been denied by this government. We are working to make sure that we stop all of these issues, even though we are aware of our shortcomings,” he stated.

The presidential aide revealed that after continuing security consultations, the president is anticipated to address the country shortly.
He stated, “I believe he will do so very soon.”

The establishment of a state-owned cement factory in Ebonyi has been announced by Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru.

According to the governor, the plan was a component of the state’s industrialization initiatives.

This was revealed on Monday when Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru formally presented the 2026 budget proposal to the public for their feedback.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was commended by the governor for his audacious economic initiatives.

He said that the President’s audacious measures caused the economy to develop astronomically in a number of industries.

“What was once unattainable is now feasible. Our budget would not have increased from N89 billion to over N800 billion without the provision of subsidies. The governor stated, “That is the proof and advantage of eliminating fuel subsidies.

The 2026 budget was dubbed the “Budget of Hope and Actualization,” according to Governor Nwifuru.

He clarified that the 2026 budget was created to guarantee the completion of ongoing projects and the growth of human capital.

In order to continue carrying out their responsibilities, he urged Nigerians, particularly the opposition parties, to cooperate with the Presidential Renewed Hope Agenda and his People’s Charter of Needs Agenda.

He insisted that all projects are time-bound and promised that contractors will use the dry season to finish all ongoing projects, all the while refuting concerns and rumors of sluggish project execution.

The Nigerian President will visit Ebonyi to commission at least ten projects, according to the Governor, who plans to start project commissioning by May of next year.

The governor was praised for include worthy sectors in the 2026 budgets by leaders of the traditional rulers council, women’s societies, elders council, and student organizations in their respective addresses earlier.

Buba Galadima, a leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has charged that the government led by the All Progressives Congress (APC) is worried about attempting to dismantle opposition political groups.

According to reports, Galadima stated that the government is unconcerned about Nigeria’s growing insecurity during an interview on Arise Television’s “Prime Time” program on Monday.

The NNPP Board of Trustees member claims that the APC government is too busy accepting defectors to address the problems caused by insecurity.

Galadima emphasized that officials at the federal, state, and local levels of government must take action to safeguard people’s lives and property since governance is a serious business.

“The Federal Government has dedicated 99% of its time to politicking,” he declared.

“Government is a serious business, particularly in a nation like Nigeria. How much sacrifice the leaders would make on behalf of the people is more important than how to gain money.

“You shouldn’t have more than six hours for leisure if you are a Nigerian president, governor, or even head of a local government; the rest of the time must be spent working. that we are unable to see.

Receiving defectors and attempting to dismantle opposing political groups are the sole concerns of this government. And I want the world to know that eliminating opposition is not in their best interests because democracy cannot exist without disagreement.

Additionally, the absence of democracy indicates that fascism and dictatorship are on the horizon. To save lives and property, they must put on their thinking caps and take the appropriate action.

Barr, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). While confirming major progress on important infrastructure projects in the N2 and N5 corridor, Nyesom Wike announced on Monday that the continuing enforcement for the payment of ground rent and other statutory costs will cease this week with no additional extensions.

Wike insisted that the FCT’s internal budget is the only source of funding for Abuja’s ambitious development drive while speaking during an inspection visit of ongoing projects by construction companies Julius Berger and Leventis.

“Certainly, it has to be the last time,” the minister declared in response to circulating notices regarding ground rent enforcement. Regretfully, the majority of Nigerians that voice complaints do not wish to follow the regulations.

Without people paying their taxes, we are unable to complete these projects. It is already more than four months, even though we extended it by two or three weeks. We will not be extending any farther after this.

He cautioned that owners who don’t comply run the risk of having their properties sealed.

Wike was pleased with Julius Berger’s work rate at the N5 corridor, pointing out that a project that had been on hold for years had suddenly advanced.

“We were here while this bridge was being built a few years ago. However, we are currently at the top of the bridge. Julius Berger has promised to produce N5 by the end of January.

We are quite pleased with the caliber of the work completed.

The minister previously revealed that Leventis is on schedule to finish the Central Area–Wuse connection road project by early June.

“The head work is still in progress, but they promised to finish it by the end of May or the first week of June. This road is crucial since it links Wuse with the center area.

Wike underlined that, contrary to popular belief, the national budget is not supporting the present construction wave in the Federal Capital Territory.

“The FCT 2025 budget is being implemented. We are utilizing that.

Although we anticipate receiving those funds by the end of the year, we have not gotten a single penny from this year’s national budget.

He continued by saying that the FCT budget’s emergency funding resources are being used to build the Central Area–Wuse connection road.

Concerns on the poor activity at recently opened bus terminals were addressed by Wike, who stated that the problem was procedural and would be fixed shortly.

It’s an agreement. Purchasing is still going on. We have to check how many fleets they have. By God’s grace, that will have been completed by year’s end.

It all comes down to following the proper procedures.

“We’re delivering, but residents need to contribute as well.”

Considering the rate of progress, Wike insisted that the administration has fulfilled its promises.

“We have no trouble carrying out the budget. The work is proceeding according to schedule. However, people are required to pay their taxes. If you don’t complete your commitments, you can’t appreciate these projects.

Ground rent defaulters in the capital city have received one last warning from Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike.

In an interview with reporters on Monday, Wike cautioned that there would be no further extensions and threatened to take away defaulters’ properties.

After visiting the continuing construction of a six-lane road from Life Camp Junction to Ring Road 3, close to Karmo in Abuja, the minister gave a speech.

Julius Berger’s road project is anticipated to be completed in January 2026.

Nonetheless, Wike claimed that paying taxes in the FCT will facilitate the implementation of initiatives meant to modernize the capital city.

“It’s regrettable that the majority of Nigerians who complain do not want to follow the rules,” stated Wike. You are aware that the president intervened when we began this enforcement to give them an additional two or three weeks, and it has now been more than four months.

“We can’t complete these projects without people paying their taxes. We also published extensions, and since they tend to rush things, if you don’t enforce them, no one will go and pay.”

“We think this is the last time, and we won’t be extending any further.”

“You are aware that the right thing must be done; if you don’t pay, the property belongs to the FCT Administration.”

Dharmendra Kewal, a renowned Indian actor A legendary period in Bollywood came to an end with the death of 89-year-old Krishan Deol in Mumbai.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi described his passing as the end of an era in a message posted on X, and tributes flooded in from all over India on Monday.

Over the course of his more than 60-year career, Dharmendra appeared in more than 300 movies and gained recognition as one of the most diverse actors in Indian cinema.

He gave outstanding performances that influenced Bollywood’s golden age, ranging from action and romance to humor and severe drama.

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One of the most renowned parts in Indian cinema history is his depiction of Veeru in the 1975 masterpiece Sholay.

Dharmendra, who was born in Ludhiana, Punjab, on December 8, 1935, came from modest beginnings before becoming well-known.

In 1960, he made his debut in Bombay, which is now Mumbai, after winning a national talent search.

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His role in Bimal Roy’s Bandini (1963) catapulted him into the public eye and paved the way for a string of box office triumphs.

Known as Bollywood’s “original He-Man,” Dharmendra was praised for both his powerful on-screen persona and his tough appeal.

His collaboration with actress Hema Malini became into one of Bollywood’s most cherished on-screen duos, and the two eventually got married in 1980.

Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Phool Aur Patthar, and the beloved comedy Chupke Chupke are some of his best-known works.

Even while he never held the unchallenged top spot in the business, he had a reputation that few performers could match—one that was reliable, lucrative, and highly esteemed.

In 1997, Dharmendra received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2012, he received India’s third-highest civilian award, the Padma Bhushan. Generations of Indian film enthusiasts have been influenced by the enormous legacy he leaves behind.