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”.

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has described the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, as a traitor who is working to undermine the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Recall that Wike stated during a media chat in Abuja on Friday that discussions about a coalition to remove President Bola Tinubu were insincere, adding that selfish motives drove those leading the efforts.

Wike accused Atiku and others of avoiding the problems plaguing the PDP, adding that they are simply interested in becoming president and not willing to work to build the party.

Reacting to the accusation, Atiku, through his media aide, Paul Ibe, said Wike has no moral authority to discuss integrity, accusing him of betraying the PDP.

Speaking to Punch, the former Vice President argued that the coalition comprises genuine Nigerians committed to ending the APC’s style of governance.

He stated, “Wike is not in a position to talk about sincerity. This is a man who betrayed his party, a man working with the APC to destroy and undermine his own party and the interests of Nigerians. So, what does he know about sincerity? Nothing.

“If he wants to speak on sincerity, let him talk to his principal, Tinubu, an absentee President running government from the Presidential Villa’s WhatsApp group. Wike should be sincere to President Tinubu to return home and do his job.


“Wike is not in a position to talk to anybody. Wike is working against his own state where he was once governor. He is trying to ensure he has absolute control of the government in Rivers, working in cahoots with Abuja to get the governor suspended. It is unfortunate that they just open their filthy mouths and speak on things they know nothing about.

“As for the coalition, the sincere Nigerians are determined to end the reckless, irresponsible, clueless APC government. Nigerians want to reclaim their country. The coalition presents Nigerians with a vehicle. Atiku Abubakar and others who are involved in it are just tools to an end. This is about Nigeria.”

The Presidency has described as false and mischievous reports alleging that Vice President Kashim Shettima was denied access to the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

In a statement issued on Saturday by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of the Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha, the Presidency said the claims were “totally fabricated” and aimed at misleading the public into believing there was a rift between President Bola Tinubu and his deputy.

The statement was titled ‘Re: Mischievous Report On Access To The Presidential Villa By Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON’.

“The latest in this string of disinformation is a report claiming that the Vice President has been refused entry to the Villa.

“This is a feeble attempt to traduce the person and office of His Excellency, Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON. For the record, nothing of the sort ever happened,” the statement read.

The report, which circulated via “obscure blogs,” alleged that military personnel had barricaded the entrance of the Villa to prevent the Vice President from entering.

Nkwocha dismissed the claim as “the wildest expression of wishful thinking” and accused those behind it of attempting to sow discord within the government.

The statement added, “It is understandable, though regrettable, that the mischief-makers continue to underestimate the strength of the bond and goodwill between the President and the Vice President.

“However, their questionable sources or habitual reliance on misinformation have once again led them astray. These fairy tales they publish serve no purpose beyond mischief and distraction.”

The statement also recalled a similar rumour earlier in the week regarding campaign posters bearing the image of Tinubu, which was also debunked by the Presidency.

Nkwocha assured Nigerians that Shettima remains focused on his duties and would not be distracted by “the imagination of individuals intent on creating smoke where there is no fire.”

He urged members of the public to disregard the report and encouraged journalists to verify information from credible sources, stating that no amount of falsehood would undermine the democratic mandate of the Tinubu administration.