Nigeria risks losing Borno, North East to terrorists – Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume has warned that Nigeria risks losing parts of Borno State and the North East to terrorists if urgent steps are not taken. He expressed concern over the increasing activities of insurgents, noting that some communities are gradually falling under their control. According to him, the situation has worsened despite ongoing military operations […]
It’s stupid to say no – Ndume backs US military presence in Nigeria
Senator Ali Ndume has expressed support for the presence of United States military forces in Nigeria, saying it would be wrong to reject such cooperation. According to him, Nigeria should be open to partnerships that can help tackle rising insecurity across the country. Ndume argued that the security challenges facing Nigeria, including insurgency and banditry, […]
New tax regime fundamentally flawed’ – Ndume tackles Akpabio
Borno South Senator Ali Ndume has challenged Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s assurance that the new tax law is unaltered, describing the legislation as fundamentally flawed. Ndume raised concerns over discrepancies between at least two different Gazette versions of the law, highlighting that the version passed by the National Assembly differs from the one signed by […]
Nigerian military winning war against insurgents – Ndume
Former Senate Chief Whip, Senator Ali Ndume, has said the Nigerian military is making clear progress in its fight against insurgency, following renewed cooperation with the United States. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time, Ndume noted that recent intelligence sharing and operational support have helped improve security efforts, especially in the North-East. According to him, […]
Ndume hails Tinubu, army chiefs over swift response to Borno attack
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian military leadership for their quick and decisive response to the recent terrorist attack in Borno State. The lawmaker made the commendation while speaking with journalists on Wednesday, noting that the prompt action by the armed forces helped to […]
Ndume decries fresh Boko Haram killings in Borno communities
Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South, has condemned the latest Boko Haram attacks on Ngoshe in Gwoza Local Government and Mussa in Askira/Uba, which claimed several lives over the weekend. In Ngoshe, five farmers were killed on their farmlands on Saturday morning. The same night in Mussa, armed men invaded the community, killing […]
I pity President Tinubu, 22 PDP governors endorsed Jonathan yet he lost re-election in 2015- Senator Ali Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume from Borno South has spoken out about the recent endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office. He shared his doubts and concerns during an interview on Channels TV on June 8. Ndume reminded people that in 2015, former President Goodluck Jonathan had the backing of 22 governors from […]
Tinubu being misled by close aides, Nigerians losing patience – Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume from Borno is worried that President Bola Tinubu is not fully aware of what is really happening in Nigeria. He thinks this is because the president’s close aides only tell him good things and hide the real problems. On Channels Television’s Sunday Politics show, Ndume talked about how the government led by […]
Senator Ali Ndume’s spirit and soul are with the coalition. It is his body that is in APC – Bwala
Daniel Bwala, who advises President Tinubu on policy communication, has warned the APC about Senator Ali Ndume. He believes that Ndume is no longer truly loyal to the party. Bwala said on Channels Television that, “Ndume’s spirit and soul are with the opposition coalition. Only his body is still in APC.” He compared Ndume’s actions […]
You claim to be APC by day, hobnob with opposition at night – Bwala hits Ndume over ‘maga dog’ comment
Daniel Bwala, who works as the Special Adviser on Policy and Communications to President Bola Tinubu, has responded strongly to a comment made by Senator Ali Ndume. Ndume, who represents Borno South, called Bwala a “maga dog” during a recent interview on Channels TV. In response, Bwala posted a message on his X (formerly Twitter) […]