The Peace and Leadership Excellent Forum, a prominent group in Zamfara State, has declared its intention to closely monitor the conduct of political office holders in the region. At a press conference held at the Press Centre in Gusau, the group’s leader, Alhaji Kabiru Abubakar Gusau, announced a firm stance against corruption and mismanagement within the state’s political sphere. Alhaji Kabiru Abubakar Gusau emphasised that the group will no longer tolerate the entrenched corruption that has plagued Zamfara’s governance. He highlighted a prevalent issue where many political office holders prioritise personal gain over their duties to the public, which he…
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The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly condemned the recent attack on its state secretariat by miscreants who have hijacked the nationwide hunger protest in the state. The assault occurred on Monday and has been denounced in a statement released by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Mallam Yusuf Idris Gusau, which was made available to the press in Gusau, the state capital. The APC’s statement recalls that, on Friday, the party had already warned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)-led state government against allowing PDP-affiliated thugs to vent their frustrations on the APC and its leaders. This…
In anticipation of the upcoming Local Council Polls scheduled for September 21, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Imo State has successfully concluded its primaries. The party’s primaries, held on August 3, 2024, covered all 27 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 305 registered wards in the state, aligning with the timetable set by the Imo State Independent Electoral Commission (ISIEC). According to the State Chairman of the SDP, Ambassador Ifeanyi Eluwa, the primaries were conducted peacefully and efficiently. The process was largely consensual, with all aspirants being returned unopposed. Notably, only three women will be contesting for the councillorship positions…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has issued a stern warning to local government chairmen, advising them to resist any pressure from Governor Seyi Makinde that could lead to legal consequences. This warning was conveyed through a statement made available to media outlets on Monday. The Supreme Court had recently granted autonomy to local government areas across Nigeria. However, it has come to light that local government chairmen in Oyo State have expressed dissatisfaction with this ruling. They have even resolved to withdraw from the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) and form a new association. In…
The Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the suspension of former Governor Samuel Ortom and three other prominent party members over accusations of anti-party activities. The decision follows a recent meeting of the State Working Committee (SWC) held in Makurdi. Alongside Ortom, the suspended members include Mr Isaac Mffor, the State Deputy Chairman, Mr Bemgba Iortyom, the State Publicity Secretary, and Azua Ashongo, the Vice Chairman of Zone A. In a statement released on Monday by the PDP’s Media Consultant, Cornelius Hwande, the reasons for the suspensions were detailed. Ortom, a significant figure in the…
President Bola Tinubu convened a high-level meeting with his security chiefs and paramilitary leaders on Monday to address the ongoing unrest triggered by hunger protests across the country. The discussions centred on the escalating violence and the alarming display of foreign symbols, specifically the Russian flag, by some protesters. The President expressed his grave concern over the appearance of the Russian flag in various states including Kano, Plateau, Kaduna, and Zamfara. This development, he said, was wholly unacceptable and demanded immediate action. The meeting, which lasted approximately two hours, focused on the need for a robust response to the protests…
The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Cross River State has announced the indefinite suspension of its chairman, Mr Edet Effiom, following a vote of no confidence passed on him on Monday. The decision to suspend Effiom emerged after several independent investigations raised serious concerns about his conduct in office. Reports indicate that Effiom has been issuing official letters to authorities without proper consultation and has allegedly been seeking personal favours at the expense of the council’s integrity. Further allegations suggest that Effiom, in collusion with Mrs Nkoyo, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Inter Party Affairs, misappropriated relief materials intended…
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old suspect, Usama Mohammed, on charges of criminal conspiracy, trespass, and armed robbery. This arrest follows a distress call made by a victim on August 2, 2024, reporting a violent home invasion by a group of armed robbers. In a statement released to journalists on Sunday, the Police Spokesperson, SP Ahmed Wakili, detailed the events leading up to Mohammed’s arrest. A victim reported that the robbery occurred around 9:40 pm, during which four assailants armed with knives and cutlasses broke into the home. The robbers made off with an Itel A70 mobile…
On Friday, the Jigawa State Magistrate Court in Dutse ordered the remand of Umar Danjani, a key suspect in the recent violent protests in Jigawa State. Magistrate Auwalu Sani decreed that Danjani be held in Birnin Kudu Prison for a period of two weeks. The court’s decision follows a series of unrest that began as a peaceful protest but escalated into violence, resulting in significant casualties and property damage. According to reports, the unrest led to the death of two individuals, numerous injuries, and extensive damage to buildings. Additionally, properties valued at millions of Naira were looted and set ablaze…
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has expressed significant concern regarding President Bola Tinubu’s recent national address, particularly for its failure to address the severe security issues plaguing the North-West and other northern regions of Nigeria. In a statement released on Monday, Abdul-Azeez Suleiman, the NEF’s Director of Publicity and Advocacy, voiced disappointment over the President’s omission of the escalating security crisis. The NEF highlighted the persistent issues of banditry, kidnapping, and rape that have led to widespread fear and insecurity across the northern states. These criminal activities have severely impacted local communities, resulting in abandoned farmlands, shuttered schools, and devastated…
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has condemned the policies of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a “toxic mix of incompetence, corruption, and callous disregard for human life.” The critique came in a press statement issued on Sunday, following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nationwide broadcast addressing the nation’s economic challenges. In his address, President Tinubu pledged to implement palliatives aimed at mitigating the current economic difficulties. However, the CNPP dismissed this as a “grossly inadequate response” to the widespread protests across the country. James Ezema, Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the CNPP, criticised the President’s speech as a…
The Labour Party (LP) in Delta State has formally requested the cancellation of the recent council elections in Aniocha South Local Government Area. This request has been made through a petition submitted to the Delta State Local Government Election Petition Tribunal in Asaba. The party cites “substantial non-compliance with the provisions of the Electoral Act” as the basis for its grievance. The Labour Party’s petition challenges the results announced by the Delta State Independent Electoral Commission (DSIEC), which declared Jude Chukwunweike of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the council polls. The LP has named DSIEC, Jude…
A former presidential Adviser, Dr. Doyin Okupe has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Address on the ongoing Hunger Protest in the Country didn’t disappoint Nigeria, however highlights Economic Challenges and Achievements, Calls for Patience and Dialogue. Dr. Doyin took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his opinion. He wrote: “In a recent address, President Bola Tinubu has provided a candid overview of the daunting economic conditions inherited by his administration. The speech has been notable for its transparency regarding the severe financial and economic challenges faced since taking office. For the first time, President Tinubu explicitly detailed the precarious…
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has called on President Bola Tinubu to promptly address the grievances voiced by Nigerians. In a statewide broadcast delivered on Sunday afternoon, Fintiri emphasised that merely acknowledging the concerns of the public is insufficient; decisive action is necessary to address the issues raised. During his address, Governor Fintiri reflected on the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests in Adamawa State, commending residents for their peaceful conduct. Despite the generally calm nature of the protests, Fintiri underscored the need for the Federal Government to take serious note of the people’s demands. “The protests might be deemed unpopular due…
The Akwa Ibom State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has successfully concluded its primary elections, selecting candidates for the upcoming local government elections scheduled for October 5th. The party elected 31 chairmanship and 368 councillorship candidates in a process described as orderly and peaceful by party stakeholders. The primary elections were held on Saturday, and the media unit of the Akwa Ibom State PDP issued a statement on Sunday highlighting the smooth conduct of the process. Governor Umo Eno, speaking at Nsit-Ubium Local Government Area (LGA), praised the peaceful nature of the primaries, attributing the success to the…
Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, operating under the banner of APC Professionals (APC-P), have sharply criticised Murtala Ajaka, the Kogi State governorship candidate for the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the recent elections. The criticism comes in response to Ajaka’s recent call for a significant reshuffle in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet, which included demands for the removal of specific aides and ministers. Ajaka had publicly called for President Tinubu to dismiss his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, along with several ministers. In his statement, Ajaka accused Onanuga of fostering animosity towards the…
President Tinubu has Addressed the Nation over the ongoing Hunger Protests on Sunday, August 4, 2024 through the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and Federal Radio Station. His address reads in full: “Fellow Nigerians, 1. I address you today with a heavy heart and a deep sense of responsibility, fully aware of the turmoil and violent protests that have erupted across various states in our nation. 2. It is particularly disheartening to note that many of those involved in the recent protests are young Nigerians, yearning for a better and more progressive country where their dreams and aspirations can be realised.…
In a tragic turn of events, a young boy was reportedly shot and killed by officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) in the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as the #EndBadGovernance protests entered their third day. The incident occurred near Zenith Bank in Kubwa, raising serious concerns about police conduct during the demonstrations. Eyewitnesses report that the boy, who was not participating in the protests, was shot at close range. According to one witness, the boy was simply passing through the area when police officers opened fire. “The boy was not part of the protesters.…
The Edo State Police Command has arrested two suspects linked to the looting of palliative rice from a truck parked in Urora community, near Benin City. The arrests were confirmed by Funsho Adegboye, the Commissioner of Police, during a recent press briefing. On August 1, as the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests commenced, a viral video emerged showing residents looting rice from a truck parked at a warehouse in Urora quarters, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area (LGA). The 40-second clip depicted residents carrying multiple 10kg bags of rice, with claims that the warehouse belonged to the state government. The video sparked a heated…
In a recent operation in Okwu Olokoro, Umuahia South Local Government Area (LGA) of Abia State, two suspected fraudsters were apprehended while attempting to deceive yet another victim. The suspects, identified as Uche Harrison, aged 42, and Lucky Nwohu, whose age remains undisclosed, were detained by vigilant youths from the Okwu community. The suspects, who initially claimed to be from Ntigha, Isiala Ngwa North LGA, were caught red-handed when they entered the community on a motorcycle. The arrest took place on Saturday as part of an environmental sanitation exercise in the village’s market square. A local resident, speaking to media…