Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has accused opposition members of spreading misinformation about his administration, alleging they are gathering in Abuja and other locations to deceive the people of Abia with fake news. Speaking at the Government House in Umuahia on Monday during the swearing-in of the Chairman, Deputy Chairmen, and councilors of the 17 local government areas, Otti stated that opposition members have developed a strategy to circulate fake, and sometimes genuine, documents to create false narratives against his government. While he did not name specific individuals, Otti dismissed the gatherings as ineffectual, asserting that previous attempts to undermine…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has demanded the immediate release of former Delta State Governor and 2023 vice-presidential candidate Ifeanyi Okowa, who was detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Speaking at a news conference in Abuja on Tuesday, the PDP’s Deputy National Youth Leader, Timothy Osadolor, condemned Okowa’s detention, describing it as “political witch-hunting” aimed at stifling opposition voices. Osadolor expressed concern over what he termed the EFCC’s “targeted persecution of opposition leaders,” claiming this approach could undermine Nigeria’s democracy. Okowa reportedly turned himself in at the EFCC’s Port Harcourt office, where he was detained on allegations…
Operatives of the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT), led by ASP Julius Robinson, have apprehended five suspected cultists in Oton Community, a suburb of Sapele in Delta State’s Sapele Local Government Area. The arrests took place on November 4, 2024, between 3:00 am and 5:30 am, according to reports obtained by Newsmen. Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed the arrests in a statement shared with journalists in Warri. The suspects have been identified as Eremoje Dudun Oritsedere (aka “General”), 34, from Deghele community in Warri South-West LGA; Emmanuel Irhurhu, 29, of Oton Community in Sapele; Godstime Jacob,…
The Chairman of the Taraba State Special Taskforce Committee on Environmental Protection, Public Safety, and Prohibition of Deforestation, retired General Jeremiah A. Faransa, has disclosed that nearly half of the mining companies operating in the state are breaching regulations. Speaking to journalists in Jalingo on Wednesday, Faransa revealed that many companies have expired licenses or are behind on required fee payments. He also highlighted the severe environmental damage caused by illegal mining activities, stating that the taskforce has made numerous arrests to curb these operations. Among those detained are foreign nationals from Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, and China, who were…
President Bola Tinubu has postponed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting initially scheduled for Wednesday, in honor of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away on Tuesday night. The announcement was made in a statement by Tinubu’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has rescheduled the Federal Executive Council meeting to another date, which will be announced,” the statement read. The late General Lagbaja, appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, served in the role until his passing on November 5, 2024. In addition to rescheduling…
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Abubakar, has paid tribute to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, describing him as a “warrior” who fought tirelessly against terrorism across various theatres of war in Nigeria. The presidency confirmed Lagbaja’s passing on Tuesday night in Lagos following an illness. Born on February 28, 1968, Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff by President Bola Tinubu on June 19, 2023. Reacting to the news of Lagbaja’s death, which led to the cancellation of the weekly Federal Executive Council meeting, Abubakar expressed profound sadness. “It’s really very sad. It’s tragic. We…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on his victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, expressing hope for a strengthened strategic partnership aimed at ending Russian aggression against Ukraine. In a statement posted on his X account Wednesday morning, Zelenskyy praised Trump’s “peace through strength” stance, which he believes could help achieve a “just peace” for Ukraine. “Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump on his impressive election victory!” Zelenskyy wrote, referencing a September meeting where they discussed the U.S.-Ukraine strategic partnership, the Victory Plan, and strategies to counter Russian aggression. Zelenskyy voiced optimism that Trump’s leadership would garner…
Severe flooding has submerged about 103 communities in Ahoada West Local Government Area (LGA) of Rivers State following continuous heavy rainfall and a massive overflow of the Orashi River. In Akinima, the LGA’s headquarters, numerous homes and farms have been nearly submerged by the rising floodwaters, with residents facing extensive property and crop losses. Some of the hardest-hit communities include Mbiama, Akinima, Engenni, and Enedua. Esedi Joe, Chief Press Secretary of Ahoada West LGA, stated that the council is overwhelmed by the scale of the disaster and is urgently seeking support from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and international…
A two-year-old girl has reportedly been assaulted to death in Ningi Local Government Area, Bauchi State, in a tragic incident confirmed by the Bauchi State Police Command. In a press statement issued on Tuesday, Police Public Relations Officer, Superintendent Ahmed Wakil, disclosed that the crime occurred on November 5, 2024, and was reported to the Ningi Divisional Police Headquarters. “The lifeless body of a two-year-old girl was discovered beside a mosque on Deneva Street, Ningi LGA, bearing signs of assault,” Wakil stated. “Upon receiving the report, detectives were immediately dispatched to the scene, and the child’s body was taken to…
The Ebonyi State Police Command has paraded two suspects, Dennis Ali and Ituma Sunday, accused of dehumanizing two teenage girls in a disturbing viral video showing the victims being stripped, flogged, and mistreated. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Joshua Ukandu, confirmed the arrests in a statement on Monday, revealing that the incident took place in November 2023 in the Ojiegbe Ngbo community, Ohaukwu Local Government Area. The video, which resurfaced online over the weekend, reportedly went viral and was promptly forwarded to the State Police Commissioner, leading to the suspects’ arrest on Monday. The teenage victims, aged between 15 and…
Amid escalating tensions within the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano, marked by the exit of two House of Representatives members, Ali Madakin Gini and Alhassan Rirum, from the Kwankwasiyya Movement, a senior All Progressives Congress (APC) figure, Musa Illiyasu Kwankwaso, has urged President Bola Tinubu to avoid interference in the conflict. The caution follows a recent meeting between President Tinubu and the Kwankwasiyya leader, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, reportedly initiated by Kwankwaso. Musa Illiyasu Kwankwaso, in a statement issued in Kano on Monday, expressed suspicion about the meeting, remarking, “We are aware of a meeting between President Tinubu…
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has pledged improved logistics and result management systems ahead of the upcoming November 16 governorship election in Ondo State. Prof. Yakubu made the commitment on Monday during an assessment tour of the INEC office in Akure. He noted that the commission has received positive feedback from its state office, but undertook the visit to ensure a thorough readiness check for the upcoming election. “We have learnt a lot of lessons, not only from the last election but also from previous ones,” Yakubu stated. “There are two main challenges:…
Former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump, announced his readiness to concede defeat after Tuesday’s election if he believes it has been conducted fairly. Speaking on the election’s integrity, Trump voiced concerns about the security of electronic voting machines, a frequent subject in his critiques. “If I lose an election, if it’s a fair election, I would be the first one to acknowledge it. So far, I think it’s been fair,” Trump stated. Trump further emphasized his opposition to electronic voting machines, arguing they were less secure than traditional paper ballots and could delay final results. He suggested…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as a “party of political vampires” that thrives on inflicting “excruciating pain and hardship” on Nigerians. The PDP, in a statement shared on its official X account, accused the APC of being a haven for “power-grabbers, treasury looters, and manipulators” focused on exploiting national resources for their own benefit. The statement comes in response to the APC’s remarks on Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, who had previously suggested that the 2027 election would be a contest between the APC and the Nigerian people. “The @OfficialPDPNig…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated that former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, would have pursued “the same old, failed policies” if elected president. In a statement issued by APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party argued that Atiku offered no substantive proposals on issues like the unified exchange rate and fuel subsidy removal, which have been central to recent economic reforms. InfoStride News recalls that Atiku had outlined measures he would have taken to address Nigeria’s economic challenges had he won the presidency. He criticized President Bola Tinubu’s floating exchange rate policy, calling…
Former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, on Monday, criticized President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, describing them as a “shambolic bolekaja” approach. In a statement he personally signed, Atiku accused Tinubu’s administration of relying on what he called a “Tea-plan” that he claimed would only lead to “T-pain.” He contrasted Tinubu’s policies with his own proposed solutions, highlighting what he described as a lack of coherent planning in the current administration. “I have taken note of the striking disparity between President Tinubu’s faltering economic policies and the alternatives I have proposed,” Atiku stated. He expressed hope…
A Former Director-General of Peter Obi’s 2023 presidential campaign council, Doyin Okupe, has announced that he will no longer support the former Anambra State governor. Okupe, who recently faced backlash for endorsing President Bola Tinubu’s economic recovery plan, described his critics as “ignorant” in comments made on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday. Reflecting on his previous support for Obi during the 2023 election cycle, Okupe explained his shift in stance. “I cannot support Peter Obi again,” he said. “The reason is that we agreed a Southern President must emerge.” Okupe recounted a conversation with Afenifere leader Pa Ayo Adebanjo,…
The President General of the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF), Yerima Shettima, has condemned the prolonged detention and trial of minors who participated in the #EndBadGovernance protest, describing the government’s actions as “callous and cruel.” Reports indicate that the minors, some held for over 90 days, now face arraignments on charges of alleged treason. Shettima criticized the government’s response, likening it to tactics typical of a military regime. Highlighting the malnourished appearance of the detained children, Shettima stressed that their conditions underscore the urgency of their demands, which center on addressing hunger and hardship in the country. “This is a…
President Bola Tinubu has announced a significant reduction in Nigeria’s debt servicing burden, bringing it down from 97 percent to 65 percent. He made this disclosure on Monday while swearing in seven new ministers at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Addressing the ministers, Tinubu acknowledged the challenging conditions facing the country and commended them for stepping up to serve. He advised them to prepare for potential criticism from Nigerians but encouraged them to stay focused on improving the lives of over 200 million citizens. The newly sworn-in ministers include Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Muhammadu…
Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed his belief that women are less susceptible to corruption than men, attributing this to their family-oriented values. In a recent appearance on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Obi explained that women’s focus on family and societal well-being often drives them to work toward positive change. “Women are less corrupt. They are not as corrupt as men,” Obi stated. “Because they have families, they are more determined to see things work.” Reflecting on his tenure as governor, he highlighted his choice to place women in key government positions.…