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Buhari Reacts To Failed Coup In Ethiopia

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6 years ago

June 27, 2019

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I'll Not Condone Any Crime Home Or Abroad - Buhari Warns

By Augustine Akhilomen

President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned the recent coup that took place in Ethiopia.

The coup saw the Chief of staff of the Ethiopian Army, Seare Mekonnen shot dead, while several security personnel got injured in the process.

Buhari who is also the Chairman of ECOWAS, urged all concerned to exercise maximum restraint and avoid any action that could undermine the peace, unity and stability of Ethiopia.

Below is Buhari’s statement

In my capacity as the Chairman of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government and on behalf of our Regional Organisation, we strongly condemn the coup attempt in the Amhara Region and the tragic events in the capital of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, on Saturday, June 22, 2019.

We express our deep sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims of the coup attempt and to the people and Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.

We reaffirm the imperative for the adherence to relevant African Union Instruments, principally the Constitutive Act of the African Union and the Lomé Declaration on the Unconstitutional Change of Government.

We are committed to the ideals of the African Union on Democracy, Elections and Good Governance adopted at the Eighth Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 2007.

We urge all concerned to exercise maximum restraint and avoid any action that could undermine the peace, unity and stability of Ethiopia.

At this trying period, we also convey our full solidarity to the people and Government of Ethiopia.

We finally reiterate our respect for the sovereignty, unity, independence and territorial integrity of Ethiopia.

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Many Feared Dead As Four-storey Building Collapses In Ojodu-Berger

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5 minutes ago

April 19, 2025

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A four-storey building has collapsed in Lagos, with occupants trapped, and some feared dead.

The incident occurred in Ojodu-Berger area of Lagos State.

Details later…

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Easter, period of sacrifice, renewal for Nigerians , says Power Minister

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1 hour ago

April 19, 2025

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Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabuhas extended warm felicitations to all global Christian community, especially Nigerians and by extension the people of Oyo State as the Christian community celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

He said the season reminds,“us of the enduring virtues of sacrifice, love, and renewal—values that align with our collective efforts to build a stronger, more prosperous Nigeria” .

A statement by BolajiTunji, Special Adviser, Strategic Communications and Media Relations to the Minister quoted Adelabuon his avowed commitment to Power Sector Stability.

“The Federal Ministry of Power remains steadfast in addressing the challenges within Nigeria’s energy sector. We acknowledge the economic hardships faced by many, and reaffirm our commitment to stabilizing the grid, expanding access, and fostering investor confidence. Recent reforms, such as the ongoing upgrade of transmission infrastructure and partnershipswith renewable energy developers, are pivotal to achieving sustainable solutions”.

The Minister described Easter as a period of unity and compassion and called on Nigerians to continue to support government policies and initiatives by reporting illegal activities such as energy theft and infrastructure tampering. “Let us also embrace energy-efficient practices to reduce strain on the grid.

As emphasized by President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, collective resilience and patriotism are vital to overcoming national challenges .

Adelabuended the messages with a prayer for peace and prosperity. “May the spirit of Easter inspire hope and solidarity. I pray for a Nigeria where every home enjoys uninterrupted power, and every citizen thrives in an environment of peace and progress. Together, we shall triumph over obstacles and illuminate our nation’s future”.

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ECOWAS Meets With Gambian Bar Association In Banjul

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5 hours ago

April 19, 2025

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The ECOWAS Needs Assessment Team, in continuation of its broad consultations with critical stakeholders, met with officials of the Gambian Bar Association and the Ministry of Justice in Banjul on Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th April 2025 respectively.

The General Secretary of the Gambian Bar Association (GBA), Mr Abdoulie Fatly and the immediate President of the GBA, Mr Salieu Taal were on hand to receive the team at the GBA office.

At the Justice Ministry, the team was received by the Solicitor General and Legal Secretary, Mr Hussein Thomas and other staff members.

Pix 1: the INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu (3rd right), the Solicitor General and Legal Secretary Ministry of Justice, the Gambia, Mr Hussein Thomas (3rd left, in suit); Chairman, Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone and President of ECONEC Mr. Konneh Mohammed (2nd left), and other members of the team in a group picture at the Ministry of Justice.