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Oluwo of Iwo: Nigerians may demand constitutional amendment for Tinubu to exceed two terms

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Abdulrosheed Akanbi, the Oluwo of Iwo, says many Nigerians may call for a constitutional amendment to allow President Bola Tinubu to remain in office beyond the two-term limit.

Akanbi spoke in a congratulatory message issued to mark Tinubu’s 74th birthday.

The statement was released by Ibrahim Alli, spokesperson to the monarch.

The traditional ruler described the president as a decisive leader who has laid the foundation of hope for the country.

“Many Nigerians may call for a constitutional review to enable Tinubu to serve more than two terms in office. He is a leader who knows what he is doing,” Akanbi said.

The monarch said the president has demonstrated strong leadership through reforms aimed at addressing economic challenges.

Akanbi said Tinubu’s campaign against illegalities has helped tackle issues that had previously slowed Nigeria’s economic growth.

He said the administration’s policies have contributed to improvements in economic indicators, citing what he described as improvements in the naira and a rise in Nigeria’s foreign reserves.

The Oluwo said the country’s foreign reserve increased from about $1 billion to between $49.5 billion and $50.45 billion as of late February and March 2026.

The traditional ruler attributed the gains to structural reforms introduced by the administration.

He listed exchange rate unification, increased oil production, and rising foreign investment inflows among the factors.

Akanbi also commended Tinubu for granting autonomy to local governments, noting that the policy has increased allocations to states and strengthened grassroots governance.

The monarch also praised the administration’s infrastructure initiatives, citing ongoing projects, including the Lagos-Calabar coastal road and the Sokoto-Badagry road.

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Akanbi said the president has shown courage in implementing difficult policies.

“You are not yet a capable leader until you take decisions and stand by them,” he said.

“Many past presidents attempted to remove obstacles to economic prosperity but were overrun by public outcries.

“Tinubu has demonstrated uncommon leadership through reforms. Nigeria’s foreign reserves have increased to over $49.5bn from about $1bn.

“Local government autonomy is taking effect, states earn more, and road projects, including the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road and the Sokoto-Badagry Road, are ongoing.”

The traditional rules said the president’s policies are beginning to improve living standards, adding that the next phase would focus on achieving economic stability.

Tinubu marked his 74th birthday on Sunday with a low-key celebration and prayers at the National Mosque in Abuja.

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Public officers are stealing Nigeria’s money every minute – EFCC boss

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The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, says public officers steal funds every minute.

Olukoyede spoke in Abuja on Thursday at the 80th birthday celebration of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Kanu Agabi.

He stated that the anti-graft agency receives over 20,000 corruption petitions every year, describing the scale of the theft detailed in many cases as shocking.

“I receive over 20,000 petitions in a year in respect to public corruption, all terrible. What is going on? Like every minute, public officers take money, and if you go through some of our case files you will weep.

“The way people take national resources and Nigerians are victims of these fraudulent activities. And we must come together for once in our lifetime and say no to the activities of some of our leaders,” Olukoyede said.

The EFCC boss noted that some public officers assume office with less than ₦100,000 in their accounts, but within three years, the agency traces millions of dollars to them.

He added that some individuals acquire hundreds of houses while in office, warning that corruption is crippling the nation.

Olukoyede stressed that public officers must be held accountable for their time in office, emphasizing that transparency must remain the guiding standard in public service.

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VIDEO: Police identify officer in viral video saying Obi can never be President

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The Lagos State Police Command has arrested an officer who appeared in a viral video making inappropriate remarks about Peter Obi and Igbo people while travelling on public transport.

The officer who has been identified as INSP. Osumah Frank, was filmed saying Obi or any Igbo person can never become President of Nigeria.

In a statement released today September 25, the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola said the command has commenced appropriate disciplinary action against the officer in line with established regulations of the Nigeria Police Force.

Abimbola stated that the statements made by the officer were made in his personal capacity and do not represent the position, views or official disposition of the Lagos State Police Command or the Nigeria Police Force.

She added that the State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, has reiterated the position of the command that all its personnel are expected to maintain professionalism, civility, discipline and respect for members of the public at all times. She further reaffirmed that wearing the Police uniform comes with a responsibility to uphold the dignity and integrity of the Force, and that the Command will not condone any conduct capable of bringing the Force into disrepute or undermining public confidence in the Police.

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Court rejects suit seeking fresh police investigation into late singer Mohbad’s death

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a fresh investigation into the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.

Justice James Omotosho dismissed the case filed by the Registered Trustees of Break the Silence Foundation in a judgment delivered on Thursday, ruling that the foundation lacked the legal capacity to institute the suit.

The judge also described the application as speculative and lacking sufficient merit, noting that the foundation failed to produce the original police investigation report to support its claim that the earlier investigation was inadequate.

Justice Omotosho further cautioned lawyers handling ongoing cases against discussing matters before the court during media interviews or on social media, describing such conduct as professional misconduct.

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