The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the death of Sunday Abidoye, whose lifeless body was discovered in a hotel in Sagamu on Wednesday. The Command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abeokuta, the state capital. According to Odutola, the hotel’s Chief Security Officer (CSO), identified only as Oluwole, reported the incident to the police after discovering the deceased. “Upon receiving the report, a team of detectives visited the scene and found the body of the deceased already placed in a car outside the hotel, being prepared for transport to the morgue by his family,” she…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
Renowned Christian music composer, Dr. Jude Nnam, who was abducted last week, has regained his freedom. Nnam was kidnapped on Thursday evening around 6 pm in Umunnachi, Anambra State, while attending a church function. His release came on Wednesday, nearly a week after he was taken captive. The musician’s family announced his release in a post on his official Facebook page, expressing gratitude and relief. The post read: “The victory sound is here. Our dear ‘Ancestor’ Dr. (Sir) Jude Nnam is back to continue the work of the Lord!!!” Earlier, the family had dismissed circulating social media claims of his…
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, has dismissed claims that he is a newcomer in the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, Bwala clarified that he had only been away from the party for seven months before his recent appointment, amidst criticism of his acceptance of the role. The criticism stems from Bwala’s previous harsh remarks about the APC and President Tinubu, raising questions about his decision to serve in the current administration. Defending his position, Bwala claimed that many of the attacks against him were sponsored…
The Osun State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has cautioned the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Umar Ganduje, against making comments that could destabilize the Southwest region. The warning follows Ganduje’s statement during a visit to Akure, Ondo State, on Sunday, where he expressed confidence that the APC would secure victories in Oyo and Osun states in future elections. This came after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the APC the winner of the Ondo governorship election. In a statement issued on Monday in Osogbo, Tosin Odeyemi, Chairman…
Operatives of the Ebonyi State Police Command have shot one person dead and injured three others in what is being described as an accidental discharge, following a confrontation between police officers and a man who claimed to be a soldier. Ebonyi State Police Commissioner, Mrs. Adaku Uche-Anya, confirmed the incident on Wednesday in Abakaliki, stating that the shooting occurred during a scuffle between officers and the individual, who was later identified as a motorcyclist. The police commissioner attributed the tragedy to an accidental discharge. According to Uche-Anya, the incident unfolded when police officers, conducting routine patrols in response to a…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially presented Certificates of Return to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and his deputy, Adelami Olayide, following their victory in the Ondo State gubernatorial election. INEC National Commissioner supervising Ondo, Prof. Kunle Ajayi, presented the certificates on Wednesday at the INEC headquarters in Abuja. In his remarks, Ajayi commended the people of Ondo for their peaceful conduct during the election, noting that the voters’ attitudes were largely peaceful, with no significant reports of violence. He also praised the security agencies, electoral observers, and media organizations for their professional roles in ensuring the success of the…
The Nigerian Senate has called on children across the country to recognize education as their fundamental right rather than a privilege. The appeal was made on Wednesday during the 2024 Universal Children’s Day Celebration, organized by the Senate Committee on Women Affairs in Abuja. The event, which brought together children from eight different public schools in Abuja, emphasized the importance of education for the nation’s future. In speeches delivered by various senators, the central theme was the need for children to embrace education as their entitlement. The senators highlighted that the Universal Basic Education Act of 2004, which made basic…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the results of the Saturday gubernatorial election in Ondo State and announced plans to challenge the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had declared Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the APC as the winner of the election on Sunday, with Aiyedatiwa securing 366,781 votes, defeating his PDP counterpart, Ajayi Agboola, who garnered 117,845 votes. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Ayo Fadaka, the special adviser to Agboola, said the PDP uncovered “numerous actions aimed at compromising the electoral will of the people.” The party accused INEC of…
The North-Central All Progressives Congress (APC) Forum has reaffirmed its allegations of lopsided appointments against the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, stating that these claims are based on feedback from stakeholders within the North-Central zone. Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, Chairman of the North-Central APC Forum, made the clarification on Tuesday in response to a statement issued by Terrence Kuanum, the SGF’s spokesperson, who described the Forum’s accusations as false and misleading. In a statement released after a meeting in Abuja on Sunday, the Forum accused Akume of favoring the Tiv people of Benue State in…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to reduce the number of telecom tariff plans in the country to enhance consumer satisfaction and ensure transparency. The move will limit each mobile network operator (MNO) to seven tariff plans for data services, bundled with voice, SMS, and promotional offers, cutting down on the complexity of the current system. This development follows complaints about confusion arising from the nearly 400 tariff plans currently available to subscribers. A document obtained by The Guardian revealed that there are 369 tariff plans for voice and data services offered by major operators, including MTN, Airtel, Globacom,…
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has presented a budget estimate of N607 billion for the 2025 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly. The budget, titled “Changing Gears 2.0” reflects the administration’s focus on infrastructure, economic transformation, and human capital development, with a strong emphasis on execution. While presenting the budget, Soludo highlighted his administration’s determination to prioritize governance over politics, referencing the forthcoming governorship election scheduled for November 2025. “It is evident that there is no stopping our consistent acceleration in a steadfast execution mode. For sure, 2025 is a governorship election year in Anambra State. While…
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its governorship candidate, Otunba Bamidele Akingboye, have rejected the outcome of the recently concluded gubernatorial election in Ondo State. The party alleged widespread irregularities, including thuggery and vote-buying, claiming the election was a “slap on democracy.” Speaking at a press conference in Akure on Monday, SDP Chairman in Ondo State, Gbenga Akinbuli, called for the immediate cancellation of the election. Akinbuli accused political thugs of intimidating and harassing voters at Ward 10, Unit 19 in Ondo West Local Government Area. He also alleged that voters were offered between N7,000 and N10,000 to cast their…
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Labour Party (LP) has released the schedule for its upcoming congresses at the ward, local government, and state levels. In a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiorah Ifoh, the NEC disclosed that ward congresses will hold from February to March 2025, local government congresses from April to May 2025, and state congresses from June to July 2025. The NEC also directed states that have met the necessary registration requirements to notify the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) within the stipulated timeframe. Key Committees Established The NEC approved the formation of several…
The Labour Party (LP) candidate, Ayo Olorunfemi, and his African Democratic Congress (ADC) counterpart, Myson Aderemi Nejo, have extended their congratulations to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa following his victory in the Ondo State governorship election held over the weekend. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the poll on Sunday. In separate statements issued on Monday, both candidates described Aiyedatiwa’s victory as a true reflection of the will of the people. Olorunfemi, in his statement, commended the governor and expressed optimism for the state’s future under his leadership. “Please accept…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State has confirmed the detention of its party leader, Honourable Oladipupo Adebutu by the Department of State Services (DSS) on charges yet to be disclosed. In a statement issued by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Arc. Kayode Adebayo, members and supporters were urged to remain calm and assured that efforts are underway to secure the release of the detained leader. “Our principal has called for calm and directed all members of the party, supporters, and well-wishers to remain steadfast. This, he said, is one of the prices for our democracy, and this time shall…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s recent remarks on Nigeria’s leadership and governance, delivered at the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum at Yale University, have sparked sharp criticism. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, described Obasanjo’s critiques as hypocritical, citing numerous failures and controversies during his own time in office. Obasanjo, known for his frequent criticism of subsequent administrations, labelled Nigeria a failing state while targeting former President Muhammadu Buhari and President Bola Tinubu, whom he referred to as “Baba Go Slow” and “Emilokan,” respectively. Onanuga questioned Obasanjo’s moral authority to critique governance, citing instances of alleged…
The Edo State Police Command has arrested two suspected members of the Supreme Eiye Confraternity in possession of arms and ammunition. The suspects, identified as Osamudiamen James, 44, and Omokaro Joseph, 44, were apprehended by operatives of the Raiders Squad, according to the state’s Commissioner of Police, Umoru Ozigi, who disclosed the development to journalists in Benin City. Ozigi stated that James was initially arrested at Iyekemuose Street, Benin City. During interrogation, he confessed to being a member of the Supreme Eiye Confraternity and led police operatives to their armoury. “One Omokaro Joseph, also known as Joe Best, who is…
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has raised concerns about the growing trend of polygamy in Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camps in the state, where individuals take multiple wives despite lacking the means to provide for their families. In a viral video shared on social media by TikTok user Kawu Garba, Zulum criticized politicians at both state and national levels for avoiding the issue out of fear of losing votes during elections. “The question is, which Islamic teacher has spoken out against this? Which member has kicked against this situation?” Zulum queried in the video. He added, “All they [politicians] say…
Former Senator Shehu Sani has expressed disapproval of the global practice of designating individuals as the “richest man” in the world or on the continent, arguing that such titles are misleading and unfounded. Sani contended that no individual possesses the capacity to sustain or feed an entire nation, let alone the world, and therefore should not be regarded as the richest person globally. In a post on his verified Facebook page, he wrote: “There is no such title as the world’s richest man or Africa’s richest man. A rich man is just a rich man for himself and his family.…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has claimed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is under a spiritual spell that hinders its political success. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Media Aide, Oluwatosin Osho, Primate Ayodele asserted that the spell is affecting the PDP’s ability to secure victory at the federal level and has created instability within the party. He urged the party to undergo spiritual cleansing to address the issue. “There is a spell on PDP. The party needs to undergo cleansing and look for a real candidate at the central, otherwise, the…