Economy
Goronyo Receives North-West Support Group, Reaffirms Commitment to Tinubu’s 20e7 Re-election
Goronyo Receives North-West Support Group, Reaffirms Commitment to Tinubu’s 20e7 Re-election
The Honourable Minister of State for Works, Rt. Hon. Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., on Wednesday, 10th September 2026, received a delegation of stakeholders from the seven North-West states, led by Dr. Haris H. M. Jibril, in his office, where they formally introduced a proposed support organisation, Bello Muhammad Goronyo (BMG) Associates for Asiwaju/Shettima 2027, dedicated to mobilising support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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The delegation, comprising political stakeholders and representatives from the seven North-West states, formally presented the proposed organisation, its structure, operational framework and objectives, and sought the Minister’s acceptance to serve as its National Convener and Leader.
The group also sought the Minister’s permission to adopt his initials, BMG, as the acronym for the organisation, while expressing its intention to operate under his guidance and in accordance with the directives and leadership structure of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the North-West.
Presenting the rationale behind the initiative, the delegation said the proposed organisation was conceived in recognition of Minister Goronyo’s longstanding commitment to political mobilisation, leadership development and grassroots engagement, as well as his contributions to the success of the APC during previous election cycles.
The delegation stated that its members associate the Minister’s leadership with integrity, loyalty, grassroots mobilisation, mentorship and purposeful political engagement, noting that his experience in political organisation and mobilisation makes him particularly suited to provide strategic direction to the proposed platform.
They specifically highlighted his role in youth mobilisation during the 2023 Presidential Campaign Council, as well as his previous responsibilities within the North-West APC political structure, as evidence of his capacity to mobilise people, coordinate stakeholders and provide purposeful leadership towards achieving a common political objective.
According to the delegation, these experiences, together with the Minister’s understanding of the political dynamics of the North-West and his established relationships with stakeholders across the region, informed their decision to establish the organisation under his leadership as a platform to support the Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu/Kashim Shettima 2027 presidential ticket.
The delegation explained that the organisation was being established to provide a disciplined, coordinated and purpose-driven platform for mobilising support, engaging Nigerians at the grassroots, communicating the achievements of the Tinubu administration and promoting the policies and programmes of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
They emphasised that the organisation would not only focus on political mobilisation but would also promote constructive engagement with citizens, particularly young people and women, while encouraging responsible participation in the democratic process.
According to the delegation, the proposed structure would comprise representatives across the seven North-West states, with State Coordinators and other officials responsible for youth mobilisation, women mobilisation, organisation, communication and coordination across the three senatorial districts of each state.
The delegation further presented a proposed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), which would serve as a guiding framework for the organisation, with emphasis on discipline, loyalty, accountability, teamwork, respect for constituted party leadership and responsible political engagement.
Speaking during the meeting, the delegation appealed to the Minister to accept the responsibility of serving as National Convener and Leader, assuring him of the commitment of members to work collectively towards strengthening support for the Tinubu-Shettima administration and ensuring effective grassroots mobilisation across the North-West.
In his response, Minister Goronyo commended the initiative and expressed appreciation to the members of the delegation for their commitment, patriotism and confidence in his leadership.
He noted that many of those present were people with whom he had previously worked closely within the APC campaign structure, including during his tenure as Director of Youth Mobilisation for the North-West and subsequently as Zonal Secretary of the North-West APC.
According to him, the decision of the stakeholders to come together once again demonstrates their shared commitment to Nigeria’s development, unity and prosperity, as well as their confidence in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Minister acknowledged the importance of grassroots mobilisation in strengthening democratic participation and ensuring that government policies and programmes are properly communicated to citizens.
He stressed that political mobilisation should be conducted with discipline, respect, responsibility and a clear understanding of the concerns and aspirations of the people.
Goronyo highlighted some of the major interventions of the Tinubu administration, particularly in infrastructure development, noting that the Federal Government had prioritised road and rail infrastructure as critical drivers of economic growth, national development and improved connectivity.

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He cited the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Trans-Saharan Corridor, Akwanga-Jos-Bauchi-Gombe Corridor and Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway among the administration’s major legacy road projects.
He also noted the ongoing rehabilitation and construction of other strategic road projects across the country, including the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Road, stressing that improved infrastructure would enhance connectivity, facilitate trade, reduce travel time, create economic opportunities and strengthen national integration.
The Minister said the administration’s interventions were not limited to the road sector but also extended to railway development and other critical areas aimed at improving transportation, facilitating movement of goods and people, and supporting economic activities across the country.
He stated that the achievements of the administration were numerous and should be communicated to Nigerians in a clear, respectful and factual manner.
He therefore urged members of the proposed organisation to remain focused, disciplined and committed to constructive engagement with Nigerians, particularly those who may not yet fully understand the policies, programmes and reforms of the Tinubu administration.
The Minister emphasised that effective political mobilisation requires listening to the people, understanding their concerns and communicating government policies in a manner that promotes trust, unity and confidence in democratic institutions.
Goronyo assured the delegation that he had accepted the responsibility entrusted to him and pledged to provide the necessary leadership, guidance and strategic direction to the organisation to the best of his ability.
“As the Secretary of the Support Groups of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the Presidential Campaign Council, we will continue to work with you, mobilise Nigerians and engage our people constructively towards ensuring the successful return of our dear President, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in 2027, Insha Allah,” he said.
Following his acceptance of the leadership responsibility, the Honourable Minister formally inaugurated the organisation and charged its leadership and members to remain united, disciplined, accountable and committed to responsible political mobilisation across the North-West.
He urged the members to build a strong network capable of reaching communities at the grassroots and effectively communicating the policies, programmes and achievements of the Federal Government.
Goronyo further called for unity, discipline and loyalty among members, urging them to work collectively towards strengthening support for the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu and the successful re-election of the Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu/Kashim Shettima ticket in 2027.
He also expressed his readiness to work with relevant political leaders, party officials and stakeholders across the North-West to ensure that the organisation operates within the framework of responsible political mobilisation, party discipline and effective grassroots engagement.
The Minister charged the leadership of the organisation to ensure inclusiveness and fairness in its operations, while encouraging members to promote peaceful political participation and respect for differing views within the democratic space.
He concluded by praying for divine guidance and continued peace, unity, stability and prosperity for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Signed:
Abdullahi Mohammed
SA Media to the Honourable Minister of State for Works.
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Crime
Navy Dismantles Illegal Refining Capacity, Destroys Site With 3 Storage Tanks in Rivers
Navy Dismantles Illegal Refining Capacity, Destroys Site With 3 Storage Tanks in Rivers
The Nigerian Navy, through FOB BONNY, has dismantled an illegal refining site discovered in Promise Land Community along Nanabie Creek, Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State, further denying criminal operators the infrastructure required to process stolen crude oil.
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The site was discovered on 30 September 2026 following credible intelligence and comprised one large cooking pot and 3 large storage tanks intended for illegal refining activities. On 2 October 2026, the Commanding Officer, FOB BONNY, Captain SMC Umeh, led a team to the location, where the illegal refining site and associated equipment were destroyed in accordance with established regulations.
The intervention represents a further disruption of illegal refining capacity within the Bonny area, particularly by removing infrastructure that could be used to process and store stolen crude oil. It also follows recent operations by FOB BONNY under Operation DELTA SENTINEL that uncovered substantial volumes of suspected stolen crude oil and associated illegal refining infrastructure within its Area of Operations

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The Nigerian Navy has continued to strengthen surveillance and monitoring across the area to prevent the establishment or reactivation of illegal refining sites and deny criminal operators the infrastructure required to sustain crude oil theft and related activities.
ABIODUN FOLORUNSHO
Navy Captain
Director Naval Information
Nigerian Navy
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Economy
NNPC Ltd Offers N66 Fuel Discount Throughout the Nation
NNPC Ltd Offers N66 Fuel Discount Throughout the Nation
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has unveiled a nationwide ₦66 fuel discount promotion for customers using the NNPC Fuel App.
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In a post obtained from its X handle on Friday, the promotion, which runs from October 1 to 7, is being held across NNPC stations nationwide as part of activities marking the period.
“The ₦66 Discount Promo is ongoing & the excitement is already happening across our stations nationwide!
“All over Nigeria, our customers are getting in on the action & there’s still time for you to benefit!
The promo runs from 1–7 October on the NNPC Fuel App,” the post read.
NNPC said customers across the country have already begun participating in the promotion, with highlights from the first day showing activities at several stations.
“Keep fueling, keep transacting and keep your eyes on our pages,” the post read.

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NNPC also shared moments from the first day of the promotion and said more pictures and activities from stations across the country would be released.
The company urged customers not to miss the opportunity to participate before the promotion ends on October 7.
The ₦66 discount offer is available through the NNPC Fuel App during the stated promotional period.
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Economy
President Tinubu Tells EFCC: You Have Justified my Confidence in You
President Tinubu Tells EFCC: You Have Justified my Confidence in You
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has applauded the efforts and performance of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in tackling economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption in the country, stressing that it has justified the confidence reposed on it.
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He gave this commendation on Friday, October 2, 2026 in Awka, Anambra State at the commissioning of a new Zonal Directorate of the EFCC. The President pointed out that there are evidential proofs of the success of the Commission in convictions, recoveries and other landmark achievements
Represented by Honourable Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker, House of Representatives, Tinubu noted that “supporting the EFCC is not particularly difficult. The agency has consistently demonstrated that the confidence reposed on it is well founded. Without mincing words, the evidential proof of the EFCC’s success speaks loudly in convictions secured, assets and properties recovered”
He affirmed that the strides of the Commission are in tandem with the Renewed Hope Agenda of his administration.
“When we came in three years ago, I highlighted nine major focal areas of my administration. Two of which are reforming the economy for sustained and inclusive growth and promotion of good governance. The anti-graft agency compliments this agenda as they are focused on accountability and transparency and appropriate deployment of resources”, he said.
At the commissioning, the Executive Chairman of the EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede restated the commitment of the Commission to preventive frameworks in tackling economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption in the country.
According to him, the Commission will continue its focus on making corrupt practices difficult by blocking avenues through which they may happen.
“This new Directorate will not only enforce the law professionally and courageously, it will be high on corruption prevention. It will engage government institutions, businesses, financial institutions, professional bodies, schools, markets, civil society organisations, traditional institutions, religious bodies and communities. It will educate stakeholders, build relationships and mobilise the people to own the fight against all forms of corrupt practices in the zone”, he said
He assured Nigerians that the EFCC would not relent in the pursuit of its mandate, recalling the achievements of the Commission in the last 34 months and describing them as impressive progress.
“The pursuit of our mandate has been our dominant engagement and in the past few years, we have made impressive progress. Between October 2023 and July 2026, the Commission received 49, 673 petitions, investigated 39, 615 cases, filed 14, 476 cases in court and secured 10, 872 convictions. This gives a conviction-to-filing ratio of 75.1 percent. In the first half of 2026 alone, we recorded 1, 370 convictions from 1, 889 filings. The Commission also recorded recoveries of N1, 233, 612, 040, 411. 11, $684, 478, 457. 32, £373, 905. 78, €9, 343, 803. 66 inn addition to recoveries in other currencies”, he said.
He noted that at the institutional level, the Commission has made radical reforms that have been yielding optimal results as there are consequential improvements in the agency’s processes and procedures, which partly explains the impacts the EFCC has made and will continue to make in all the matrices of law enforcement.
“Reforms that have strengthened the Commission during the period include new guidelines on arrest and bail, a review of sting operations, the establishment of the Department of Fraud Risk Assessment and Control, the Security Department, the Immigration and Visa Section and the Cybercrime Rapid Response Centre”, he said.
While charging Ndi Anambra on whistleblowing, the anti-graft czar said that the Commission has established channels through which members of the public can submit petitions and provide information. He noted that the Commission’s Eagle Eye App allows citizens to provide details of suspected wrongdoing and makes the provision of an informant’s personal details optional. “However, whistleblowing must be responsible and based on facts. It must not become an instrument for settling scores”, he said.

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He thereafter said that Anambra and Imo States deserve effective and responsive institutional presence as they are renowned for enterprise, innovation, commerce and an extraordinary culture of industry, adding that these legitimate activities must be protected from fraud, cybercrime, money laundering, investment fraud, diversion of public resources and other forms of economic and financial crimes. “Therefore, our coming to Awka is beyond geographical expansion. It is about taking the mandate of the EFCC closer to the people and closer to the economic activities we are meant to protect”, he said.
In their remarks, His Excellencies, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, Governor of Anambra State and Senator Hope Uzodinma, Governor of Imo State said that they were pleased with the activities and management of the EFCC under the leadership of Olukoyede. They pledged their support to the Commission as it opened a new Zonal Directorate in their domain.
The commissioning of the new Directorate witnessed massive turn out of distinguished Nigerians, including members of the National Assembly, civil society organisations, community leaders, students, media among others.
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