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Wike Acted Within His Rights To Inspect Disputed Land, Military Officers Overstepped Their Authority Says Falana
Wike Acted Within His Rights To Inspect Disputed Land, Military Officers Overstepped Their Authority Says Falana
Wike acted within his rights to inspect disputed land, military officers overstepped their authority says Falana. Femi Falana, a senior advocate of Nigeria (SAN), says Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), was within his legal rights to inspect a disputed land in Abuja.
On Tuesday, viral videos showed Wike being stopped by military personnel from accessing the site, sparking a heated argument with an officer.
In the footage, Wike was seen stepping in to defuse the situation, separating his security detail from the soldiers as tensions escalated.
Speaking with the officers, the minister demanded to see the approval granted to the owners of the land.
A soldier, who led the group, told Wike that his men were not intimidating anyone, stating that the landowner had all the necessary documents.
Speaking at an event at the University of Abuja on Thursday, Falana condemned the minister’s public insult of the military officer, saying no public official has the right to ridicule any Nigerian.
“The president must direct the minister to apologise. That is what is done in civilised societies,” Falana said, citing a similar incident in Ghana where a deputy minister was compelled to withdraw offensive remarks.
Falana criticised the military officers who prevented the minister from carrying out his statutory duty, describing their actions as an overreach of authority.
He recalled that under section 11 of the Land Use Act, the FCT minister and state governors have unquestionable powers to enter and inspect any land within their jurisdiction.
The human right activist said the military officer who stopped Wike was acting illegally, reportedly on orders from above.
“The minister was performing his statutory duty. Any occupier of land must allow the minister or governor to enter and inspect the property,” Falana said.
He added that if the minister was prevented from performing his duty, the proper course of action would have been to withdraw and seek redress through legal channels, such as filing a petition or obtaining a court order.
“On no ground can the minister take the law into his own hands by forcing himself and abusing a military officer,” he said.
Falana dismissed claims that insulting a military officer in uniform constitutes a threat to national security, emphasising that a uniform is merely clothing and does not confer superiority.
The senior lawyer also criticised US President Donald Trump’s threat of military action in Nigeria to protect Christians, highlighting America’s own struggles with gun violence.
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“In the last five years, about 280,000 Americans have been killed by gunmen, including school children and worshippers. Trump cannot stop that because of the powerful influence of weapons manufacturers,” he said.
He urged Nigerians, especially the youth and lawyers, to unite and insist that every Nigerian’s life matters.
“Are you prepared to go to arms to save the life of every Nigerian? The time is now,” he said. At the event, law students of the University of Abuja conferred the honorary title of “senior advocate of the masses” on Falana in recognition of his decades-long commitment to justice and public interest litigation.
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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NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity
NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has expressed the readiness of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to explore a strategic partnership with Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) to strengthen indigenous capacity in aircraft spares production, technology transfer and specialised technical training.
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The CAS stated this on 29 September 2026 when the Chairman of IVM, Chief Dr Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, CON, paid a courtesy visit to him at Headquarters NAF, Abuja.
Discussions focused on leveraging IVM’s indigenous manufacturing capabilities to support NAF operational requirements and advance local content in the defence sector. Chief Chukwuma highlighted IVM’s interest and capability in the production of selected aircraft parts and spares, while also showcasing its CNG and electric vehicle manufacturing capabilities.
The CAS welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed NAF’s commitment to partnerships that promote local production, technology transfer and human-capacity development. He also expressed interest in exploring affordable vehicle acquisition options for NAF personnel through convenient payment arrangements, subject to further engagement and applicable procedures.
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The engagement underscores the CAS’s drive to harness indigenous innovation and local expertise to strengthen NAF capability and personnel welfare, while supporting Nigeria’s broader pursuit of technological self-reliance and industrial development.
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Nigerian Navy Disclaims Recurrent Fake Recruitment on Social Media
The Nigerian Navy has observed the recurrent circulation of fake recruitment notices on social media platforms and other unofficial channels, purportedly announcing Nigerian Navy recruitment exercises. The Nigerian Navy wishes to state categorically that such notices are not authorised and should not be regarded as official recruitment announcements.
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The Nigerian Navy therefore advises prospective applicants and members of the public to exercise caution and disregard recruitment information obtained from unofficial social media accounts, websites or other unauthorised sources. All official information concerning Nigerian Navy recruitment, including eligibility requirements, application procedures, timelines and categories, will be communicated exclusively through authorised Nigerian Navy channels. The official recruitment website is http://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng, while the Nigerian Navy’s official website is https://navy.mil.ng.
Members of the public are particularly warned against making payments to individuals, agents or unauthorised platforms in connection with Nigerian Navy recruitment. Recruitment into the Nigerian Navy is free of charge, and the Service does not authorise third parties to recruit applicants or collect recruitment fees on its behalf.
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The Nigerian Navy will continue to monitor and address the circulation of fraudulent recruitment information and urges the public to rely solely on its official communication channels for accurate and verified information on recruitment exercises.
Signed
AA FOLORUNSHO Director Naval Information
Captain (Nigerian Navy)
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