The Ese-Odo Progressive Forum, in collaboration with the Ondo State Democratic Vanguard, has condemned activist-politician Omoyele Sowore over his recent criticisms of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, describing them as baseless and politically motivated. Sowore’s Claims Against the IGP Sowore, who was recently arrested and arraigned by the Nigeria Police Force, has repeatedly referred to Egbetokun as an “illegal IGP,” insisting that his tenure expired in 2024. Forum’s Response At a press conference in Akure on Monday, the convener of the group, Comrade Olusegun Victor, alongside Akintunde Sowore, accused the activist of acting on behalf of desperate…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has advised the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to persuade former President Goodluck Jonathan and ex-Senate President Bukola Saraki to contest for the presidency if the party hopes to secure victory in 2027. Atiku Not PDP’s Answer – Ayodele In a statement on Monday, Primate Ayodele dismissed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the wrong candidate for the PDP, warning that another Atiku candidacy would lead to the party’s final collapse. “If PDP wants to near victory, they should persuade Goodluck Jonathan to contest under the party to wake them from their…
The Concerned Christian Youth Forum has refuted claims by Reno Omokri that a court had quashed the warrant of arrest issued against him. James Paul Adama, Convener of the forum, described Omokri’s assertion as false and misleading, insisting that the legal proceedings remain ongoing. Background on the Case A remand warrant against Omokri was issued by Chief Magistrate Emmanuel A. Iyanna on January 13, 2025, following an ex-parte motion filed by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. The warrant stemmed from allegations of defaming Christianity and harassing religious leaders online. However, Omokri, in a Facebook post, claimed the court…
Lighitlubang village in Bungha District of Mangu Local Government Area, Plateau State, is in mourning following the gruesome killing of a family of five by suspected gunmen. The victims, identified as a man, his wife, their child, and another couple, were reportedly slaughtered during the attack, which has heightened tension in the area. According to sources, the assailants extended their onslaught to other parts of the local government, leaving residents in fear. A local source told The Guardian: “From Monday, January 27, till this Saturday, February 1, no fewer than 10 people have been cruelly murdered by the same suspected…
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has appointed three senior officials to strengthen his administration’s service delivery and citizen engagement. The appointments, which take immediate effect, were confirmed in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibraheem Musa. The newly appointed officials are: Hon. Ado Dogo Audu – Counselor for Political Affairs Abubakar Shehu Giwa – Special Adviser for Political Affairs Ahmad Shehu Haruna – Special Adviser for Economic Matters Profiles of the Appointees Hon. Ado Dogo Audu is a seasoned politician and businessman who previously served three terms in the House of Representatives. During his tenure, he…
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the withholding of pensions and gratuities of senior citizens, describing it as an act of wickedness. Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, attributed the plight of many retirees to the greed and desperation for material wealth among political leaders, which he said had made life unbearable for vulnerable citizens. His remarks followed what he called a “chilling encounter” with an elderly woman during his visit to Shanahan College of Nursing Sciences, Nsukka, Enugu State. Narrating the encounter on his X handle, Obi expressed deep concern over the insensitivity of political…
An aide to Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Mr. Fred Oghenesivbe, has alleged that Senator Ned Nwoko left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) due to fears that he might not secure the party’s governorship ticket in 2027. Nwoko, who represents Delta North in the Senate, had in a letter dated January 30, 2025, formally informed his ward in Aniocha North Local Government Area of his decision to quit the PDP. The senator cited the party’s lingering leadership crisis as his reason for leaving. Reacting to the development, Oghenesivbe, who serves as the Director General of the Delta State Orientation and…
Former National Vice Chairman (North-West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Salihu Lukman, has accused leading opposition figures of playing a significant role in Nigeria’s current political challenges. In a statement issued on Sunday, Lukman argued that opposition leaders and politically displaced politicians, given their past influence and roles in previous administrations, should take a backseat to allow for the formation of a strong coalition to strengthen Nigerian politics. He asserted that many of these politicians remain complicit in the country’s political travails and lack the credibility to position themselves as better alternatives. “Given their records of service, they…
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has expressed optimism that the Nigerian Armed Forces will overcome security threats posed by bandits, ISWAP, Boko Haram, and the Lakurawa terrorist group. Sani, in a post on X on Saturday, highlighted the scale of military operations across the country, stating that no army in Africa is as engaged and stretched as Nigeria’s. “The Nigerian Armed Forces are fighting ISWAP and Boko Haram in the North East and battling bandits and the Lakurawa terrorist group in the North West. No army in Africa is engaged at this level. We appreciate their patriotism and sacrifices…
The Kano State Government has reinstated its school feeding program across public primary schools and early childhood care centers, allocating N2.2 billion for the initiative in the 2025 budget. The program aims to enhance pupils’ nutritional well-being, boost learning capacity, and improve school enrollment and retention through community participation. Previously part of the National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme, the initiative was suspended in Kano three years ago due to irregularities, including poor service delivery and fund mismanagement. In addition to the primary school feeding initiative, the state government has set aside N1.8 billion in the 2025 budget to provide meals…
Former Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, has reaffirmed his unwavering support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), urging members to remain loyal and dedicated to reclaiming power in the 2027 elections. Addressing PDP supporters from Abia South at his Umuobiakwa country home, Ikpeazu dismissed speculations of his defection, vowing to work tirelessly to restore the party’s dominance despite recent defections. He called on party members to stay resolute during the party’s challenging phase, assuring them of his continued commitment to the PDP, which he credited for shaping his political career. Speaking on the wave of defections following the PDP’s loss…
The North-Central All Progressives Congress (APC) Forum has declared that the region will not join any coalition involving the North-East and North-West ahead of the 2027 general election. Speculations have been rife that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Governors Nasir El-Rufai and Rotimi Amaechi, as well as Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, are planning an alliance to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027. These speculations intensified following their criticisms of the Tinubu administration at the National Conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria, held in Abuja on January 27, 2025. Speaking at the event, El-Rufai urged opposition parties to…
The All Progressives Congress Support Vanguard (APCSV) has criticized presidential aides for failing to respond to recent remarks by former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, against President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a statement signed by its chairman, Abdullahi Mohammed Tofa, the group described the silence of party members, particularly appointed aides, as unfair, given the implications of Amaechi’s comments. “Except for the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, who warned the former minister against making reckless and inciting statements about Tinubu’s leadership, we have yet to see others rise in defense of the President,” the statement read. The APC…
The Afenifere Youth Coalition has criticized former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, accusing him of “relentless attacks on Yoruba public office holders,” particularly the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. The group’s reaction follows Sowore’s recent legal troubles after he was arrested by the Nigeria Police over allegations that the IGP’s continued stay in office was illegal. Sowore was arraigned at a Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday and subsequently granted bail in the sum of N10 million. Addressing a press conference in Lagos on Friday, the coalition’s Director of Strategy, Rasak Oladosu, and President,…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Abba Abubakar Aliyu as the substantive Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). A statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, confirmed that the appointment takes effect from January 23, 2025, for an initial term of four years. Aliyu has been serving as the acting Managing Director of the agency since March 2024. He brings over 20 years of experience in energy and organizational development across the private and public sectors. His expertise spans leadership roles in Nigeria’s on-grid and off-grid power sectors, as…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command, has intensified its crackdown on drug-related activities with fresh raids across the Kano metropolis. In an operation carried out on January 30, 2025, NDLEA operatives stormed known drug hotspots in Fagge, Kwarin Kaya, Kofar Wambai, and Kofar Mata, leading to the arrest of 18 suspects involved in various drug offenses. Seizures and Resistance During the Raid According to a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Command, Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari, officers recovered significant quantities of illicit substances, including Cannabis Sativa and Rubber Solution.…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and member of the party’s Board of Trustees, Bode George, has revealed the reasons behind his fallout with Nyesom Wike, whom he initially supported during the build-up to the 2023 presidential election. Speaking on Arise TV on Friday, George accused the then-national chairman of the PDP, Iyorchia Ayu, and the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, of disrupting the party’s zoning arrangement, which he said was the root cause of the internal crisis. According to him, the unresolved crisis within the party stemmed from the outcome of the 2022 PDP national convention, where…
At least 5,000 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos State have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defectors were received on Friday at the APC secretariat in Ikorodu by the party’s chairman in the area, Waheed Animashaun, who assured them of equal treatment within the ruling party. Addressing the new members, Animashaun emphasized the importance of participation in ward meetings for proper integration, adding that their Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) remains their political weapon. “Our doors are always open to defectors from opposition parties in Ikorodu, with the assurance of…
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a 55-year-old hunter, Yusuf Garba, for allegedly exhuming the corpse of his stepfather and cutting off the head for ritual purposes. Spokesperson for the command, SP Suleiman Nguroje, confirmed the arrest on Friday, stating that the suspect, who hails from Tappare Kona Uku in Jada Local Government Area, confessed to the crime during police interrogation. According to Nguroje, Garba claimed that the biological son of the deceased approached him, demanding his late father’s head for a ritual. The suspect explained that after his stepfather’s death, the son had attempted to transport the corpse…
Amid the ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), party chieftain Bode George has accused former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, of committing “Harakiri.” Speaking on Arise TV’s Morning Show on Friday, George urged all factions within the PDP to engage in dialogue to resolve the internal turmoil. His remarks were in response to Atiku’s claim that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) was orchestrating the crisis within the opposition party. George dismissed Atiku’s allegations, arguing that the APC itself was grappling with internal disputes, including the controversial imposition of…