The family of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has alleged that it had an agreement with President Bola Tinubu for his release before the 2023 presidential election. Kanu’s brother, Kanunta Kanu, disclosed that the pact was reached during a meeting with Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, which reportedly had the blessing of the president. In a statement on Thursday, Kanunta claimed that the agreement centered on IPOB’s commitment not to boycott the 2023 elections, in exchange for the release of Nnamdi Kanu if Tinubu won the presidency. The statement reads: “Before the last election,…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s New Year message, describing it as lacking a concrete plan to tackle the issues of unemployment and hunger facing Nigerians. In a statement issued on Wednesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the party labeled the president’s speech as self-satisfying and devoid of hope for Nigerians. Ologunagba accused the Tinubu-led administration of being disconnected from the economic hardship confronting the nation. “Nigerians were appalled that despite the prodding by the PDP and well-meaning citizens, President Tinubu’s New Year speech did not articulate any specific direction for the nation or…
The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has clarified that there is no merger agreement with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), or any other political party. Obi made this known during a press conference on Thursday morning in Abuja, where he addressed the state of the nation. The former Anambra State governor emphasized that no formal agreement has been reached with other parties, while calling on patriotic Nigerians in the political space to unite ahead of the 2027 general elections to defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), which…
A former National Vice Chairman (North West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Salihu Lukman, has urged Nigerians to ensure the defeat of President Bola Tinubu and the ruling party in the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Thursday, Lukman argued that achieving this would require Nigerians to focus on establishing a functional political party distinct from the APC, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and other existing political parties. He emphasized that such a party must respect internal democracy and its own rules, enabling the emergence of credible leaders through transparent…
Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged President Bola Tinubu to lead by example by cutting the cost of governance and addressing the nation’s pressing challenges. Obi made this call during a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, where he spoke on the state of the nation. He advised the President to prioritize local healthcare by seeking medical treatment within the country and visiting educational institutions to assess the state of development in the sectors. “The level of corruption in the country remains alarmingly high, as does the cost of governance, which…
The Ondo State Government has announced plans to amend the state’s chieftaincy declaration as part of efforts to address crises arising from obaship tussles. This was disclosed on Thursday by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Amidu Takuro, who revealed that the government had received no fewer than 50 proposals and 70 petitions from communities seeking a review of the existing chieftaincy declaration. Takuro stated that public hearings would commence on Monday to allow stakeholders to voice their concerns and agitations regarding the amendments. He emphasized that only communities with monarchs would be eligible to amend their chieftaincy…
Former Abia State governor and serving senator, Orji Uzor-Kalu, has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu is aware of the current hunger in the country and is making bold decisions to reverse the situation. Uzor-Kalu made this statement on Thursday during a New Year visit to the Ebonyi State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Stanley Okoro-Emegha, at Ekoli, Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. According to Uzor-Kalu, President Tinubu is focused on implementing measures aimed at fostering economic development, despite the challenges involved. “The President is currently taking hard decisions centered on economic development. The President is…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has extended an invitation to former President Olusegun Obasanjo to tour the recently rehabilitated Port Harcourt Refinery in Rivers State. In a statement released on Thursday, NNPCL said the visit would enable the former president to verify the operational status of the refinery, which recently resumed operations. This follows Obasanjo’s comments during an interview with Channels Television, where he questioned the refinery’s operational capacity. NNPCL, in its response, highlighted the progress made under its leadership and emphasized the importance of the visit. “We extend an invitation to our esteemed former president to join…
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has directed Primary Health Care (PHC) managers to ensure that no one in the state suffers or dies due to inability to pay medical bills. The governor’s Technical Adviser on Health, Alhaji Isa Surajo, conveyed this directive while distributing medicines and consumables to PHC managers from the state’s 27 local government areas. The distribution event took place at the Ministry for Local Government, State Secretariat in Dutse. Surajo emphasized that the initiative aligns with the governor’s commitment to accessible and affordable healthcare for all residents. “Under Governor Umar Namadi’s 12-point agenda, there is a provision…
The Senior Pastor of The Second Coming of Christ’s Ministry, Adewale Giwa, has called on Nigerians to prioritize seeking God in 2025 while staying vigilant against false prophets. Speaking during the crossover service at his church in Akure, Pastor Giwa encouraged his congregation to remain steadfast in their faith and avoid preachers who discourage devotion to God. “God is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Nigerians should seek God; He wants us to be closer to Him now more than ever,” Giwa said. The cleric referenced the biblical story of Hannah, who entrusted her son Samuel to God,…
The Sokoto State Police Command has announced the arrest of 575 suspects for various crimes and the recovery of 142 items, including weapons, in 2024. The Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Musa, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Sokoto. Musa revealed that the suspects were apprehended for crimes including culpable homicide, rape, vandalism, drug abuse, theft, fraud, rustling, and robbery. He added that the recovered items included a General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) with six rounds of live ammunition, nine AK-47 rifles, three magazines, and 341 rounds of live ammunition. “Today, I can confidently say that we have made…
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has emphasized that politics should not breed enmity but foster collaboration for the common good. Governor Nwifuru made this remark on Monday during an empowerment programme in Ishiagu, Ivo Local Government Area, organized by Hon. Nkemkanma Kama, the Labour Party (LP) legislator representing Ohaozara/Onicha/Ivo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. The governor explained his presence at the event, despite political differences, as a demonstration of his belief in unity and teamwork for the state’s progress. “Kama is supposed to be my enemy as he belongs to another party, but he has turned out to…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has credited former President Muhammadu Buhari with laying a solid foundation for President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Igbokwe urged Nigerians to disregard claims that Buhari was a failure, stating that the former president’s achievements are evident. In a post on his Facebook page, Igbokwe wrote: “Let nobody living or dead run away with the thinking that PMB is a failure. Perish the thought. He laid the solid foundation for PBAT to build on. We are seeing the footprints and the gains today.” Igbokwe’s remarks come amid criticism of Buhari’s leadership by…
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has raised concerns over the alleged abduction of councillors in the state, accusing the government of orchestrating the acts to enforce illegal impeachments of council chairmen. The party’s Caretaker Committee Chairman, Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, made this known at a press briefing in Benin City on Tuesday. Aziegbemi alleged that five councillors from Orhionmwon and Akoko-Edo local government areas were abducted by suspected agents of the state government. According to him, two councillors from Orhionmwon Ward 1 and Ward 2 were abducted on Monday, while three others were taken from Akoko-Edo.…
The Kwara Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested 929 individuals for drug-related offences between January and December 2024. This was disclosed by the state Commander, Mrs. Fatima Popoola, during a press conference held on Monday at the NDLEA headquarters in Ilorin. According to Popoola, the arrests comprised 839 males and 90 females. She further revealed that the agency seized 2,642,103 kilograms of various illicit drugs during the year. “The seized drugs include cannabis, tramadol, diazepam, methamphetamine, cough syrup laced with codeine, and cocaine/crack,” she said. She noted that cannabis accounted for the largest quantity, with 1,455,529…
The Arewa Civil Rights and Professionals Network (ACRPN) has called on President Bola Tinubu to leverage the competence of women for national development by extending the tenure of Dr. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, the Accountant General of the Federation (AGF). In a statement signed by its President, Barrister Aminu Kabir, the group emphasized the importance of women’s contributions to Nigeria’s growth and urged the President to retain Madein, who is set to retire from the civil service in March 2025. ACRPN highlighted Dr. Madein’s exemplary leadership and fiscal expertise, describing her as a key figure in ensuring transparency and accountability in…
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has cautioned his appointees against engaging in premature campaigns for the 2027 elections, emphasizing the need to focus on delivering the expectations of their current offices. Fintiri issued the warning during the 2024 end-of-year stakeholders’ meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), held at the Government House in Yola on Tuesday. He stressed that his administration’s priority is service to the people rather than advancing individual political ambitions. “It is still time to focus on governance and delivery of services and projects rather than politicking,” Fintiri stated. He added that appointees prioritizing political popularity over…
Senate President, Chief Godswill Akpabio, has stated that Nigeria’s economy was already in a critical state before President Bola Tinubu assumed office in 2023. Speaking during his Constituency Briefing and Empowerment event held in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, on Monday, Akpabio emphasized that Tinubu was committed to fixing the economy and improving the lives of Nigerians, regardless of their ethnic, religious, or political affiliations. He said, “President Tinubu met a very bad condition on ground. Nobody envied him, but he is determined to change the situation. Let us encourage him to do so. We believe that, at the end…
A man identified as Okandeji has reportedly led a group of suspected thugs to assault his 20-year-old daughter’s boyfriend, Ikolo Ochuko, resulting in the latter’s death. The incident occurred on December 12 in Ugboroke Community, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State. InfoStride News gathered that the victim, a 35-year-old barber, was severely beaten and sustained grievous injuries. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries on December 20. Sources revealed that Okandeji had previously warned Ochuko to stay away from his daughter, expressing disapproval of his profession as a barber. Following a series of threats from…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna, Vice President Kashim Shettima announced during a condolence visit to the Kukah family. Shettima, who also disclosed ongoing discussions to set up a Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan, stated that the university’s approval underscores the Tinubu administration’s commitment to the development of Southern Kaduna. Speaking at the residence of the late traditional ruler, His Highness Yohanna Sidi Kukah, the Agwom Akulu of Ikulu Chiefdom and family member of Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Shettima emphasized the administration’s focus on security and…