Tinubu Must Go: ADC’s Atiku, Obi, Others Stage #OccupyINEC Protest In Abuja

Tinubu must go. ADC leaders, including Atiku Abubakar, Mr Obi, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, David Mark, Rauf Aregbesola and others, were at INEC office in Maitama, Abuja.

Leaders and supporters of the African Democratic Congress marched in protest to the Independent National Electoral Commission office in Abuja to protest the derecognition of the party’s leaders.

This came hours after former presidential candidate Peter Obi rallied Nigerians on Wednesday to support the opposition’s fight against attempts to make Nigeria a one-party state.

ADC leaders, including Atiku Abubakar, Mr Obi, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, David Mark, Rauf Aregbesola and others, were seen with other protesters gathered at the INEC office in Maitama, Abuja.

The protesters, who held placards with various inscriptions, were seen chanting ‘Tinubu Must Go’.

The protest followed INEC’s decision to remove Messrs Mark and Aregbesola as leaders of the ADC, citing a Court of Appeal judgment.

The ruling party declared that heaven would not fall if INEC barred ADC from participating in the 2027 elections.

The opposition party alleged on Monday that INEC plotted to stop the ADC from fielding candidates in the 2027 elections, accusing President Bola Tinubu of plotting to contest the presidential election unchallenged.

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The party’s spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the allegation was based on documentary evidence, including certified INEC records, attendance logs, monitoring reports, and excerpts from the commission’s affidavit.

Meanwhile, the ruling All Progressives Congress insisted the crisis in ADC was self-inflicted, accusing ADC of being desperate for power.

EFCC Arraigned 29-Year Old Businessman Chizoba Dilo Over Alleged Stealing Of N64m

The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has arraigned a 29-year old businessman, Chizoba Emmanuel Dilo, before Justice S. N. Odili of the Enugu State High Court sitting in Onitsha, Anambra State over an alleged case of stealing to the tune of N64, 000, 000. 00 (Sixty-four million Naira).

Dilo was docked on a two -count charge bordering on stealing. The offence is contrary to Section 342 of the Criminal Code Law Cap. 36 Law of Anambra State and punishable under Section 353 (9) of the same Law.

Count one of the charge reads: “That you, Chizoba Emmanuel Dilo, sometime in 2021 in Onitsha, Anambra State within the jurisdiction of Anambra State High Court of Nigeria, committed a felony to wit: stealing by fraudulently converting to your personal use, the sum of N34, 013, 000. 00 (Thirty-four million, Thirteen Thousand Naira only), property of Chinedu Obaino and thereby committed an offence”.

Count two of the charge reads: “That you, Chizoba Emmanuel Dilo, sometime in 2021 in Onitsha, Anambra State within the jurisdiction of Anambra State High Court of Nigeria, committed a felony to wit: stealing by fraudulently converting to your personal use, the sum of N29, 987, 000. 00 (Twenty-Nine million, Nine Hundred and Eighty-Seven Thousand Naira only), property of Chinedu Obaino and thereby committed an offence”.

The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges. In view of his plea, counsel to the EFCC, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE II Rotimi Ajobiewe prayed the court for a trial date and for the defendant to be remanded at the Correctional facility.

However, the defence counsel, J. C. Odo informed the court about his client’s bail application and prayed for its favourable consideration. The prosecution opposed the application on the grounds that “the defendant had previously jumped administrative bail granted him by the Commission”.

After listening to both sides, Justice Odili granted the defendant bail in the sum of N10million with two sureties resident in Onitsha who must depose to an affidavit of means. Addresses of the sureties must be verified by the bailiff of the court.

The defendant was thereafter remanded at the Correctional facility pending the perfection of his bail conditions. The matter was adjourned to May 26, 2026 for trial.

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The defendant’s journey to the dock began on July 21, 2025 when a petitioner, Chinedu Obaino, a fashion and textile materials dealer in Main Market, Onitsha alleged that he gave the said money to the defendant to purchase stocks for him in China, having claimed to have a reliable source there.

After paying the money in tranches, the defendant failed to make the purchase. Instead, he bought cars and built a hotel within the period he received the money. All efforts made to get the money back proved abortive as the defendant relocated from his known address and changed his phone number.

NNPC Launches Cawthorne Crude Onto Global Market

NNPC Ltd. Launches cawthorne crude onto global market…Exports First Cargo to Netherlands, Reinforcing Production Growth, Export Diversification Strategy.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, has commenced export of its new crude grade – Cawthorne, marking a significant milestone in the Company’s drive to increase Nigeria’s crude oil production and expand its portfolio of globally competitive export streams.

Cawthorne blend crude, the latest addition to Nigeria’s basket of crude grades, has an API gravity of 36.4, placing it firmly within the light, sweet category – comparable to Bonny Light, and highly valued in the global market for its superior petrol and diesel yields.

NNPC Ltd confirms that on Sunday, 5th April, 2026, the Cawthorne blend crude, which was loaded on an MT Eburones vessel, headed to The Netherlands, and unto the global market.

The maiden 950,000 barrels cargo was exported via the Cawthorne Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) vessel. Strategically located offshore Bonny, Rivers State, the FSO enhances crude evacuation from OML 18 and strengthens Nigeria’s export reliability, operational efficiency, and overall energy security.

The introduction of Cawthorne to the international market underscores NNPC Ltd’s deliberate strategy to unlock value from its asset base, deepen market competitiveness, and support the Presidential mandate of scaling crude oil production to three million barrels per day and gas output to 12 billion cubic feet per day by 2030.

The launch of the Cawthorne grade builds on recent additions such as Nembe and Utapate, reflecting a sustained and structured approach by NNPC Ltd to optimise production, expand market offerings, and reinforce Nigeria’s position in the global crude oil market.

Commenting on the development, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policy direction and sector reforms and the tremendous collaboration shown by OML 18 partners, the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and other stakeholders towards achieving the milestone.

Stressing that NNPC Ltd is focused on deepening partnerships, strengthening operational discipline and deploying innovative solutions to ensure sustainable growth and energy security for the nation, Ojulari also reaffirmed the Company’s commitment to disciplined execution and value delivery.

“This milestone reflects the direction we have set for NNPC Limited—one anchored on execution, partnership, and value creation. We are moving decisively from resource potential to resource monetisation, ensuring that every asset delivers measurable commercial outcomes.

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The successful export of the Cawthorne crude grade is not an isolated achievement; it is part of a broader, deliberate strategy to grow production, deepen market relevance, and strengthen Nigeria’s position as a reliable global energy supplier.

We remain firmly focused on delivering sustainable growth in line with national objectives and global market expectations,” he added.

NNPC Limited will continue to leverage innovation, strategic partnerships, and operational discipline to unlock the full value of Nigeria’s hydrocarbon resources while ensuring Nigeria’s long-term energy security and economic growth.

Andy Odeh

Chief Corporate Communications Officer

NNPC Ltd.