Popular oil mogul and politician, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, is reportedly dead. The Anambra Senator is said to have passed away in London. Ubah, who joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) a few months ago, was expected to seek the party’s ticket ahead of the Anambra State governorship election. Details of his demise are still scanty as of the time of filing this report. However, a source claimed he made a monetary donation to the Anambra APC two days ago. This news comes just days after the passing of the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu. More details to come.
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The Labour Party (LP) has issued a stern warning to Callistus Okafor, who has declared himself the National Chairman of the party, cautioning him against actions that could lead to contempt of court. National Publicity Secretary of the LP, Obiora Ifoh, made this statement on Friday in Abuja in response to Okafor’s recent claim. Earlier in the day, Okafor had held a news conference asserting his position as National Chairman, based on his participation in the 2014 National Convention of the Labour Party. Ifoh countered Okafor’s claims, stating: “This latest development comes after the judgment of a Federal High Court…
Despite two court rulings barring the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from holding ward congresses in Rivers State, the party defied the orders and conducted congresses in various wards across the state on Saturday, July 27, 2024. On Friday, July 26, 2024, a Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt issued a restraining order against the PDP, its National Chairman, Iliya Umar Damagum, and National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu. The order prohibited the party and its representatives from holding ward, local government, and state congresses in Rivers State pending the hearing and determination of a suit filed by bona fide…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle, has declared that the current economic downturn in the country is temporary. Ibikunle made this statement while speaking with journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Saturday. Addressing the planned nationwide protest scheduled for August 1, Ibikunle urged Nigerian youths to reconsider their plans. He emphasized the importance of patience and support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration during this crucial period. Ibikunle, who previously served as personal assistant to the late Governor Lam Adesina, highlighted the challenges faced by the current administration and the ongoing…
A raging fire in the early hours of Friday gutted a manufacturing firm at Abule Osun, Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State. According to eyewitnesses, the fire affected JOSIEN Complex and Emergency. Several items were destroyed in the inferno, but there were no reports of death or injury. Men of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Lagos State Emergency Management Authority (LASEMA), and the Nigeria Police were on the ground for the rescue mission. Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyitolu, Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, confirmed that the situation has been brought under control.
A tragic accident occurred on Wednesday in front of the Bida Local Government Area Secretariat in the Masaba area of Bida town, Niger State, where a trailer crushed a man identified as Yanma. The Niger State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kumar Tsukwam, informed newsmen that the accident was a result of speed violation. According to Tsukwam, the trailer was coming from Kutigi when the driver lost control, leading to the fatal incident. Tsukwam stated that the relatives of the victim arrived at the crash scene and claimed the corpse, while the vehicle was impounded by…
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 13 suspected illegal miners in the Asokoro area of Abuja. The suspects were apprehended during an operation on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. In a statement released on Friday, the anti-graft agency stated that the arrests were made following credible intelligence linking the individuals to the transportation of tons of coal and kaolin in five trucks from Nassarawa State to a site in Kaduna State. The EFCC added that the suspects are currently undergoing interrogation and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.
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…
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…