A Kogi State cleric, Rev. Kayode Ojuola, has warned Nigerians to shun the proposed #EndBadGovernance protest, stating that its outcome could be devastating. Ojuola issued the warning on Saturday during the fourth anniversary celebration of Aids for Orphans, Widows, and Vulnerable People Initiative (AFOWVPI) and the graduation ceremony for students of the graphics design program, held in Lokoja. Rev. Ojuola highlighted the severe economic hardship in Nigeria, noting that many citizens are living below the poverty line and urgently need intervention. He urged the government to heed the people’s complaints and amend policies to alleviate the suffering. “My advice is…
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The Patriotic Elders Forum of Nigeria has called on the organizers of the planned nationwide protest to shelve their plans and embrace dialogue. This appeal comes as the Kano business community establishes an emergency squad to provide security across markets and business places during the anticipated protest. At a stakeholders meeting with market leaders in Kano on Saturday, National President of the Patriotic Elders, Dr. Bature AbdulAziz, and leader of the Kano Business Community, Alhaji Sabi’u Bako, emphasized the need for proactive measures to prevent looting. Dr. AbdulAziz noted that protests often fail to yield the desired outcomes and can…
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, describing it as a significant loss for Nigeria. Highlighting the deceased’s extensive contributions to journalism, sports, politics, and nation-building, Buhari stated: “Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu was a visionary who revolutionized the nation’s media and sports. He made notable strides in the media industry, construction, sports, business, and politics. “I had several opportunities to interact with him and witnessed his passionate commitment to the unity, peaceful coexistence, and development of Nigeria. “His rich contributions have left indelible marks on the media, sports,…
A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has issued a restraining order against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), its National Chairman Iliya Umar Damagum, and National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu. The order prohibits the party and its representatives from holding ward, local government area, and state congresses in Rivers State pending the hearing and determination of a suit filed by bona fide party members from various wards in the 23 local government areas of the state. Justice Charles Wali, who issued the restraining order, directed the Inspector General of Police (IGP), the Commissioner of Police in Rivers State,…
The crisis within the Labour Party (LP) has taken a new twist as former Deputy National Chairman, Callistus Okafor, has laid claim to the party’s National Chairmanship position. Okafor, during a news conference in Abuja on Friday, stated that his decision to “take over” the party was supported by a 2018 consent judgment of the federal high court, which he claimed had been ignored. He highlighted a past leadership tussle between the late national chairman, Abdulkadir Salam, and another faction led by Salisu Mohammed, who also declared himself the national caretaker chair of the party. The judge handling the dispute,…
Ahead of the Local Government Election in Imo State scheduled for September 21, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has set September 27 for its ward congress in the state. The party has also inaugurated the Congress Planning Committee, led by Mike Ahumibe as chairman and Amby Umeh as secretary. Addressing party faithful, the PDP’s flagbearer in the 2023 governorship election and National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, urged members to ensure peace and unity during the local government congresses. Anyanwu warned against division, misunderstanding, and breakdown of law and order, appealing to all aspirants and stakeholders in the state’s 305 electoral…
Former U.S. President Barack Obama announced on Friday that he would endorse Kamala Harris’ bid for the White House. In a post on his X handle, Obama, alongside his wife, Michelle, expressed their support for Harris, stating that she would make an excellent President for the United States. “Earlier this week, Michelle and I called our friend Kamala Harris. We told her we think she’ll make a fantastic President of the United States, and that she has our full support,” Obama said on the X platform.
Unknown gunmen, suspected to be bandits, have killed a member of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) in Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The attack occurred on Thursday along the Toto-Abaji road, InfoStride News reports. Aminu Adamu, the vigilante member, was on duty when he was attacked and killed. Another person was injured in the attack and has been taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention. A youth leader in the community, known as Dubagari, confirmed the incident. The deceased will be laid to rest on Friday morning in Toto, in accordance with Islamic rites.
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested two men in Warri who specialize in purchasing stolen phones and selling them in the Niger Republic. The suspects, Abibu Haruna, 37, and Sanusi Huruna, 22, both residents of Hausa Quarters, Warri, were apprehended based on credible intelligence. They were found in possession of a bag containing 55 iPhones, one HP laptop, two Android tablets, and 33 Android phones. A statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Delta State Police Command, SP Bright Edafe, clarified that the suspects were arrested on July 14, 2023, at approximately 4:45 pm.…
A Civil society organization, The Take-It-Back Movement, has accused the Department of State Services (DSS) of instructing the freezing of its bank account with a first-generation bank. The group claims the action is a response to its involvement in the forthcoming nationwide protest. In a post on its X handle on Friday, the organization described the action as lawless and demanded that the account be unfrozen within 24 hours, threatening legal action against UBA Group if the demand is not met. “It has now come to our attention that @UBAGroup has frozen our account on the instructions of the DSS…
The Osun State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has announced the dates for its primary elections in preparation for the upcoming local government election. The party expressed its commitment to accommodating aspiring youths. In a statement issued by Chairman Dr. Tosin Odeyemi and Acting Secretary Ayegbaju Celestina in Osogbo on Thursday, the party highlighted the need for fresh blood to address the various challenges facing Nigeria’s economy. The party stated: “Now that the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) has directed political parties interested in participating in the forthcoming council polls to hold their primaries between July…
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has suspended its embattled Kogi State Chairman, Moses Peter Oricha, citing alleged indiscipline and anti-party activities. The suspension was detailed in a letter dated July 22, 2024, signed by the National Secretary of SDP, Olu Agunloye. The letter stated: “In particular, the National Working Committee received the committee’s recommendations and further reports in respect of your activities from the National Vice Chairman (North Central Zone). These activities are considered not in the interest of the Social Democratic Party.” The National Working Committee (NWC), in line with the 2022 Constitution of the Party, approved Oricha’s suspension…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a warning against a planned nationwide protest, stating that it is not in Nigeria’s best interest. The agency announced on Thursday that it had identified the sponsors of the protest and urged them to cancel it. The warning was detailed in a press statement signed by the Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications, Dr. Peter Afunanya, and made available to Vanguard. The DSS cautioned that intelligence suggests the planned protest could be hijacked by hoodlums to incite chaos and extreme violence across the country. The agency alleged that the protest organizers…
The Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC) has announced a new date for the Local Government elections, now set for October 5, 2024. The election was initially planned for November 16, 2024, following an earlier date of July 6, 2024. The new date was disclosed on Wednesday by the Commission’s Chairman, Dr. John Chen, during a meeting with members of the Benue State House of Assembly Standing Committee on Electoral Matters and Civil Society, led by its Chairman, Mr. Abu Umoru, at the Commission’s headquarters in Makurdi. Dr. Chen was represented by the Commission’s Secretary, Dr. Vincent Gisaor, who cited…
The Board of Trustees Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Chief Chekwas Okorie, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the South East Development Commission Bill into law. InfoStride News reports that the bill was first introduced in 2017 by Hon. Chukwuka Onyema, representing Ogbaru Federal Constituency, Anambra State, in the House of Representatives, but it did not survive the second reading. In 2024, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, revived and expanded the bill. The bill was passed swiftly through the legislative process, with the Senate promptly concurring. President Tinubu…
The Accord Party has informed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of a new date for its National Convention. The change was necessitated by a proposed nationwide protest slated for August 1. In a letter titled “Notice of the Change of Date for the National Convention,” signed by National Chairman Barr. Maxwell Mgbudem and National Secretary Adebukola A. Ajaja, the party explained the reasons for the rescheduling. “We wish to refer to our letter dated July 20, 2024, on the above subject. Consequently, the date of our National Convention earlier scheduled to hold on August 1, 2024, has been changed,”…
The Rivers State government has criticized the Nigeria Police for allegedly failing to impartially fulfill its constitutional responsibilities of protecting lives and property in the state. This response followed a clash on Wednesday between supporters of Martins Amaewhule, factional speaker of the state House of Assembly, and supporters of the state Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, at a health center. State Commissioner for Information, Joseph Johnson, condemned the police for actions he claims endanger citizens rather than protect them. He alleged that police officers went to a health facility in Eliozu, Obio/Akpor local government area, and discharged canisters of teargas, causing panic.…
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has called on leaders across the country to develop programs and policies that will create opportunities comparable to those attracting Nigerians to foreign lands. He emphasized that this is the only sustainable way to control the mass exodus of Nigerians seeking jobs abroad. Governor Otti made these remarks at his country home in Umuihim, Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South LGA, while receiving the executives of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN). He noted that the ‘JAPA syndrome’—the trend of Nigerians leaving the country in large numbers—is a reality that cannot simply be legislated against.…
The Zamfara State Executive Secretary of the Substance Abuse Control and Human Trafficking Agency, Pharmacist Ishaq Ibrahim Anka, has announced that the agency has begun blocking all channels of hard drug supplie s in the state. Anka disclosed this during a press briefing in Gusau, the state capital. He emphasized that the move is crucial due to the alarming rate of drug abuse in the state. “Blocking the corridors of hard drugs’ supplies will reduce security challenges bedeviling the entire state, as hard drugs contribute immensely to the high rate of crimes,” he stated. Anka highlighted the dangers associated…
Daniel Bwala, former spokesman for the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has announced his plans to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Bwala made this declaration on Wednesday following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja. Confirming his move, Bwala stated, “Yes, the last time I was here, I was still in PDP. I have officially left PDP and I’m making plans to join APC. The intention is just like somebody who is planning his wedding; you don’t just wake up one morning and go to church. You have to…