A 54-year-old prophet of the Celestial Church of Christ, Eagle Parish, Yomi Adetula, was shot dead by unknown gunmen during a church service in the Odo Eran, Idiroko area of Ogun State. The incident, which occurred at about 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, left the victim fatally injured as his head was severely damaged with an axe. According to eyewitnesses, three assailants entered the church, drew a long double-barrel gun, and shot the victim before fleeing the scene. Confirming the incident, the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, said the prophet’s lifeless body was discovered in a pool of…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
The Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended a suspect and recovered a jackknife and a stolen mobile phone as part of its ongoing efforts to tackle violent crime in the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sulaiman Yahaya Nguroje, disclosed the arrest in a statement issued on Sunday. According to the statement, the incident occurred on January 8, 2025, when operatives from the Hong Divisional Police Headquarters swiftly responded to a distress call about an armed robbery. The suspects, armed with dangerous weapons, attacked Mrs. Laraba Akanawaya, a staff member of the College of Education in Hong, stealing…
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged victorious in 16 out of the 18 local government chairmanship seats contested during the council elections in Ondo State. The Chairman of the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC), Joseph Aeemo, announced the results on Sunday at the commission’s headquarters in Akure. Aeemo noted that the election in Ondo West Local Government Area was rescheduled, while results from Owo Local Government Area were still being awaited. Reports revealed that 12 political parties participated in Saturday’s election, including the Action Alliance (AA), Action Democratic Party (ADP), Action People’s Party (APP), All Progressives Congress…
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, is reportedly set to officially leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to alleged marginalization by Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and frustration within the PDP. Speaking on Arise TV, Nwoko’s Director of Communications, Gloria Okolugbo, disclosed that the senator had informed Delta North stakeholders, his supporters, and constituents about his intention to defect from the PDP. According to Okolugbo, “Senator Nwoko came prepared to serve and deliver the dividends of good governance to Anioma people, but regrettably, he has not enjoyed the cooperation…
Muhammad Sanusi II, the Emir of Kano, has clarified his recent comments on President Bola Tinubu’s reforms, stating that his words were taken out of context and sensationalized. Sanusi’s remarks, made during an event in Lagos honoring the late Gani Fawehinmi on Wednesday, sparked widespread reactions after he appeared to criticize the government. During his speech, Sanusi acknowledged the administration’s reforms but noted he had decided “not to help the government.” “If I explained [the reforms], it would only benefit this government, and I don’t want to aid this government. They’re my friends. If they don’t behave like friends, I…
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has justified his regular trips to Abuja, emphasizing that they are in the best interest of the state. The governor made the remarks during a thanksgiving service marking the first anniversary of his second term in office at Maria Assumpta Cathedral, Owerri. His comments were in response to advice from the Catholic Archbishop of Owerri Ecclesiastical Province, Most Revd Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, who urged him to spend more time in the state. Responding to the Archbishop, Uzodinma explained that Imo is an integral part of Nigeria, and for the state to benefit fully from federal…
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has unveiled a new security initiative, Operation Udo Ga Achi (Peace Shall Reign), to address rising cases of kidnappings, killings, car snatching, and other criminal activities in the state. As part of the initiative, Soludo announced a whistleblower reward of up to ₦5 million for anyone providing information that leads to the arrest of kidnappers. The governor also inaugurated the state’s new security agency, Agunechemba, comprising over 2,000 operatives drawn from various security agencies. To strengthen operations, Soludo distributed 200 vehicles to security agencies earlier in the day. Speaking at the launch at the…
Voter apathy characterized the local government elections held on Saturday across the 18 local government areas of Ondo State, with polling units witnessing scant participation from residents. Our correspondent observed that polling units in Akure South and Akure North Local Government Areas were largely deserted, with electoral officials and security personnel idle, waiting for voters. At Ward 4, Unit 7, Ojumu, Akure South, where 922 voters were registered, only 96 had cast their votes by 11:00 am, with no other voters in sight. Similarly, many other polling units recorded minimal turnout. However, Ward 9, Unit 3, Oba-Ile, saw slightly higher…
Justice M.A. Hassan of the Federal High Court, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Division, has issued an interim injunction barring the Boniface Aneibonam-led faction of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) from organizing local, state, and zonal congresses or state conventions under the party’s name. The ruling came in response to an ex parte motion filed by the NNPP, led by National Chairman Dr. Ajuji Ahmed, and 19 members of its National Working Committee against Aneibonam, 19 others, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In suit number FCT/HC/CV/5518/2024, Justice Hassan ordered Aneibonam and his associates to cease all official activities…
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has confirmed that parts of the Presidential Villa and over 60 percent of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, are experiencing power outages following the vandalization of a 132-kilovolt underground cable. In a statement released on Friday by its spokesperson, Ndidi Mbah, TCN revealed that the incident occurred around the Millennium Park axis of Abuja. The vandals reportedly stole 40 meters of 1×500 mm² XLPE conductors from two 132-kV transmission lines. “The vandalised 132kV underground cable transports bulk electricity to TCN’s 132kV Central Area Transmission Substation, which supplies power through eight distribution feeders to…
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has cautioned personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces to avoid causing harm to innocent citizens during operations. General Musa issued the warning on Friday during an official visit to the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna State, where he inaugurated several completed projects aimed at enhancing cadet welfare and training. “We must understand that the Armed Forces of Nigeria exist to serve Nigeria and its citizens. Our duty is to protect the country and its sovereignty, whether within or outside, not to harm innocent people. This is a responsibility that must be…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged the new Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, to prioritize addressing cultism and kidnapping, which have plagued the state. The governor gave the directive during a courtesy visit by Adepoju and senior officers of the State Police Command to the Government House in Port Harcourt. Fubara stressed the need for the new Commissioner to leverage his extensive knowledge of the state’s terrain to combat crime effectively. He also advised Adepoju to steer clear of nocturnal meetings that could escalate political tensions within the state. The governor’s charge follows a tragic incident in Eleme Local…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party, reiterating that its earlier judgment recognizing his leadership remains valid. In a judgment delivered on Friday by Justice Hamma Barka, a three-member panel of the appellate court held that its decision of November 13, 2024, affirming Abure as the party’s chairman, has not been overturned by any court. The ruling was made while delivering judgments in two separate appeals filed by Senator Esther Nenadi Usman and the caretaker committee, as well as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Leadership Issue Not Justiciable…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has pledged to comply with an Appeal Court order restraining it from appointing anyone as acting National Secretary in place of Senator Samuel Anyanwu. This was disclosed by the party’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Abdullahi, during a press conference titled “Just so the PDP may have a breather” on Friday in Abuja. Abdullahi explained that the party had received two separate court orders in recent days concerning the position of the National Secretary. According to him, the first order, issued by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama on Wednesday in a…
The House of Representatives has announced with deep sorrow the passing of Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, the Deputy Chief Whip of the 10th Assembly and representative of the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State. She passed away earlier today, January 15, 2025, after a brief illness. Born on December 2, 1965, Rep. Onanuga was a distinguished lawmaker and an advocate for her constituents. She was first elected to the House in 2019 on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). During the 9th Assembly, she served as Chairperson of the House Committee on Women Affairs and Social…
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the recruitment of 2,000 teachers as part of efforts to strengthen the state’s education sector. The announcement was made during an Executive Council meeting on Thursday at the Government House in Gusau. According to the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris, the initiative fulfills campaign promises and underscores the administration’s commitment to revitalizing education, which ranks second on its priority list. Phased Recruitment Plan Governor Lawal revealed that the recruitment will be carried out in phases to ensure the selection of qualified candidates who will address the critical needs of schools. “The government will…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the September 2024 Edo election, Asue Ighodalo, has condemned what he described as “deliberate acts of violence and harassment” aimed at disrupting the ongoing tribunal proceedings over the disputed election. Speaking to reporters outside the courthouse on Wednesday, Ighodalo expressed confidence in the judiciary and thanked Edo residents for their continued support despite the challenges. Condemnation of Violence Ighodalo criticized recent acts of intimidation, including a viral video showing an armed man demanding justice from the tribunal. “These acts of violence and harassment are deliberate distractions meant to make us take our…
With just 48 hours to the local government election in Ondo State scheduled for Saturday, January 18, 2025, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ondo State chapter, has announced its withdrawal from the exercise. The opposition party accused the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC) of lacking transparency and credibility, asserting that the electoral body cannot be trusted to conduct a free and fair election. Party’s Position Communicated to ODIEC Confirming the development, the acting chairman of the PDP in Ondo State, Bakita Bello, stated that the party’s decision had been formally communicated to ODIEC. The PDP had previously expressed readiness…
As Osun State gears up for local government elections on February 22, 2025, political actors are shifting focus to the 2026 gubernatorial contest. The zoning of the governorship ticket within the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sparked intense debates and divisions among party stakeholders. Factional Tensions Emerge A group within the APC, operating under the aegis of Majiyagbe Progressives, is reportedly planning to split the party over alleged plans to impose Bola Oyebamiji as the APC gubernatorial candidate. Oyebamiji, the current Managing Director of the National Inland Waterway Agency (NIWA), hails from Ikire in Osun West Senatorial District. Sources claim…
The Cross River Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) arrested no fewer than 126 individuals for various offences between January and December 2024. Command spokesperson, John Eremi, disclosed this during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Calabar on Wednesday. According to Eremi, 11 of the cases were charged to court within the year under review, resulting in three convictions. He added that while one case is currently on appeal, the command successfully secured two convictions. The spokesperson highlighted that the command recorded zero arrests for crude oil theft in 2024 but achieved…