He said cultists and organized criminal gangs backed by powerful individuals are also responsible.

“We’re looking forward to some positive developments that will lend impetus to the attainment of our set objectives.”

The exact number of abducted individuals is unclear.

“If you want to make investment attractive, ensure that the cost of bringing those expatriates is affordable.”

He highlighted the longstanding military and defence cooperation between Russia and Nigeria.

Many languishing without trial lacked legal representation.

He directed FCT Minister Wike to ensure effective distribution of palliatives to targeted recipients.

He said in January alone, over N100 billion was remitted by Ministries, Departments and Agencies.

He said Nigeria’s inability to take advantage of its growth potential led to the complex nature of the tax system.

The election was postponed due to issues with the candidate list and corruption allegations against two council members

He advocated empowering national companies to build a robust indigenous energy sector.

He initiated the amendment of primary legislation to introduce fiscal incentives for oil & gas projects.

“More than two million people in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states have fled to garrison towns…”

He expressed delight at the enrollment of vulnerable and indigent population in the state under the basic heathcare provision fund.

“He was always about others, never about himself.”

“His narrative was one of triumph. He conquered all there was to conquer.”

“I still see him, he’s everywhere living because his dream is scattered everywhere.”

He described him as a dependable ally of time and a hero of the nation.

“I collected the said amount as I was planning to relocate to another country.”

Previous winners of the award include Wole Soyinka, Thabo Mbeki and Chief Afe Babalola.