Abuja pastor pleads for Jabi Lake, Nigerians seek S’Africa evacuation
Pastor Sarah Omakwu has made an emotional appeal to authorities to protect Jabi Lake in Abuja from private development. Meanwhile, concerns over xenophobia in South Africa have led 130 Nigerians to sign up for evacuation. In politics, Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso have joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress, calling for unity. The Dangote Group has also denied recent claims about its leadership and refinery funding.
What we know
- Sarah Omakwu urged the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, to preserve Jabi Lake for public use, stressing its importance for leisure and community activities.
- At least 130 Nigerians have registered for voluntary evacuation from South Africa amid rising xenophobic tensions, according to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu.
- Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress and called for an end to internal party disputes and litigation.
- The Dangote Group refuted claims of a rift between Aliko Dangote and Tony Elumelu, and denied allegations about refinery project funding.
- Iran has warned that any US attempt to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz would be seen as a violation of the ceasefire, with both sides emphasizing the strategic importance of the waterway.
