Politics
Deputy Speaker Harps On Team Work
The Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Alhaji Usman Nafada, has called on members-elect to work as a team in order to make laws that would be of benefit to the country.
He made the call on Saturday at the maiden meeting of the 7th Assembly Group (7AG) in Abuja.
Our correspondent reports that the Group was formed by like minds among the members – elect in the House to enable them foster unity, cooperation and progress of Nigeria.
Nafada said that a mutual working relationship between the members – elect was necessary in order for them to improve on the numbers of bills and motions earlier passed by the out going 6th Assembly.
He urged the group to correct whatever the past mistakes made by old members and assist in the efforts to resolve the image problem of the House.
Also, Rep. Farouk Lawal (PDP–Kano) urged the members – elect to work together in order to justify the mandate given to them by the people.
He said the cooperation among members would enable them enjoy majority support for issues any of them might present on the floor of the House.
Lawal, who is returning to the house, called on them to be of good conduct and avoid any thing that would tarnish the image of the House.
‘’ I urge you not to do any thing that will discredit the image of this institution, we are willing to work as brothers,’’ he said.
Rep. Waziri Tambawal (PDP-Sokoto) also urged the members-elect to improve on the performance of the 6th Assembly.
He suggested that the new law-makers could do this, “by acquiring powerful knowledge of the implementation mechanism of legislature”.
Tambawal also urged members to be tolerant of one another to ensure the sucess of the business of the house.
In his remarks, Rep. Abdulmumin Jibrin, member– elect (Kiru Bebeji Federal Constituency), Kano State, who is the chairman of the group, called on his collegaues to be mindful of the mandate entrusted to them by the people.
‘’ Let us not be taken away by the euphoria of Abuja and forget why we were elected by our people in the first place,’’ he said.
Jibrin cautioned his colleagues to ‘’ look very well ‘’ before signing any agreement with financial institutions and estate developers to avoid falling prey to some transactions.
He also urged the members not to deviate from the manifestoes of their political parties.
Politics
Alleged Coup: Protests Rock N’Assembly As Detained Officers’ Children, Wives Demand Justice
Scores of children and wives of military officers detained over an alleged coup plot yesterday staged a peaceful protest at the National Assembly, demanding a speedy trial and the release of the accused officials.
The protesters who gathered at the entrance of the National Assembly complex, moved in a slow procession while clutching placards with inscriptions such as “Don’t Kill Our Daddies,” “Detention Without Trial is Injustice,” and “Six Months of Torture: Enough Is Enough.”
Amid tears and trembling voices, the children appealed for justice and access to their detained fathers, many of whom they said they had not seen for months.
The appeal was made during a press briefing in Abuja attended by no fewer than 20 wives and several children of the detained officers, including a two-month-old baby.
The families were accompanied by human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju and activist Omoyele Sowore.
At the briefing, the families lamented that the officers had been held for over 160 days without trial or contact with their relatives, describing the situation as a violation of their fundamental rights.
Speaking on behalf of the families, Memuna Bashiru said the prolonged detention had thrown their households into uncertainty and emotional distress, noting that while allegations had been widely publicised, families remained in the dark about the fate of their loved ones.
The arrest of the indicted officers was first announced on October 4, 2025, by the then Director of Defense Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, who disclosed that 16 officers were taken into custody for alleged breaches of military regulations and acts of indiscipline.
However, an interim investigation later suggested the existence of a clandestine network of officers, allegedly coordinated by a senior Army officer, which had begun preliminary planning for a coup.
According to the report, the alleged plot involved surveillance of key national assets, including the Presidential Villa, Armed Forces Complex, Niger Barracks in Abuja, and major international airports, with October 25, 2025, cited as the planned date for the operation.
Those reportedly in custody include Brig Gen M. A. Sadiq, Col M. A. Maaji, Lt Col S. Bappah, Lt Col A. A. Hayatu, Lt Col P. Dangnap, Lt Col M. Almakura, Maj A. J. Ibrahim, Maj M. M. Jiddah, Maj M. A. Usman, Maj D. Yusuf, Capt I. Bello, Capt A. A. Yusuf, Lt S. S. Felix, Lt Cdr D. B. Abdullahi, Sqn Ldr S. B. Adamu and Maj I. Dauda.
The alleged plot, according to findings, targeted senior government officials, including President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.
In a statement issued yesterday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr Felix Morka, said the exercise would take place in all wards and designated centres nationwide.
He called on existing members to update their records, while encouraging new entrants to join the party through the digital platform.
“As the electronic membership registration exercise resumes in all wards and designated locations nationwide, we urge existing members to validate their membership while new members are encouraged to register and join the progressive family,” Mr Morka said.
According to him, eligibility for registration is limited to individuals aged 18 and above who possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
The party said the initiative is part of efforts to modernise its operations by transitioning to a digital database that would enhance record accuracy and accessibility.
Mr Morka noted that the e-registration would “digitise the party’s membership register, ensure the integrity of records, and enhance efficient access to membership data for planning and management decisions.”
He added that the move is also aimed at promoting internal democracy within the party and strengthening its commitment to democratic innovation.
The APC had previously introduced electronic registration as part of broader reforms to streamline its membership system and improve organisational efficiency.
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