As the Edo State governorship election scheduled for 21st September 2024 approaches, the political atmosphere is becoming increasingly charged. The Asue-Ogie Campaign Management Council has made a strong appeal to the citizens of Edo State, urging them not to compromise their future by electing an unqualified candidate. The call to action was made public during a press conference held in Benin City, the state capital, on Sunday. The council, led by its Deputy Director-General for Media, Olu Martins, addressed the press, responding to recent allegations made by Senator Adams Oshiomhole. Oshiomhole, a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC),…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
A 42-year-old man, Lasisi Ismail, has been apprehended for allegedly selling a piece of land that did not belong to him in Ilori-Agbedu, Ede, Osun State. The fraudulent transaction, which involved selling the land for N800,000, was conducted using falsified documents, leaving the unsuspecting buyer, Mrs Afolabi, in possession of what turned out to be a worthless piece of paper. The incident came to light when Mrs Afolabi, realising that she had been deceived, reported the matter to the Osun Amotekun Corps. Upon receiving the complaint, the Corps immediately launched an investigation into the activities of Ismail, who had reportedly…
The Osun State Amotekun Corps recently apprehended three individuals in Ode-Omu, Ayedaade Local Government Area, on charges of stealing vehicle parts. Suspects, identified as Sodiq Oyedokun (21), Ojoko Ayomiposi (21), and Busari Ayomide (24), were detained while attempting to sell the stolen items to a scrap dealer in the area. The arrest was announced in a statement released on Friday by the spokesperson for the Corps, Yusuf Idowu. According to the statement, the trio was caught in the act when they tried to offload the stolen vehicle components to a local scrap dealer, known only as Malam, who operates within…
The ongoing turmoil within the United Methodist Church (UMC) in Nigeria has escalated further with the recent arrest of Zimbabwean Bishop Eben K. Nhiwatiwa, who had travelled to Nigeria to oversee the election of a new bishop following the resignation of the former bishop, John Wesley Yohanna. The arrest, which occurred in Yola, Adamawa State, and the subsequent transfer of Bishop Nhiwatiwa to the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) headquarters in Abuja, has deepened the existing rift within the church and raised concerns about the involvement of external forces in the church’s internal affairs. Bishop Nhiwatiwa, a prominent figure within the…
Activist and politician Omoyele Sowore has alleged that Ahmed Abubakar, the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), resigned due to his unwillingness to participate in human rights abuses allegedly planned by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. This accusation comes amid increasing concerns over the actions of Nigeria’s security agencies under the current government. Sowore, a vocal critic of Nigeria’s political establishment, made these claims on Sunday in response to the arrest of investigative journalist Adejuwon Soyinka. According to reports, Soyinka, the Regional Editor of The Conversation Africa, was detained by the Department of State Services (DSS) shortly after arriving at…
Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, a prominent figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former National Publicity Secretary of the now-defunct New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP), has responded to recent comments made by Tony Okocha, the ousted Chairman of the Rivers APC Committee. Okocha had suggested that former Minister Chibuike Amaechi harboured ambitions to use the APC machinery to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. In a statement released on Sunday, Chief Eze strongly refuted Okocha’s claims, advising him to desist from what he described as using Amaechi’s name for personal gain. According to Eze, Okocha’s…
The Adamawa State Government has commenced the payment of a new minimum wage of N70,000 to its civil servants, delivering on a key promise made by Governor Ahmadu Fintiri. The new wage was first reflected in the salaries paid on Friday, August 23, 2024, adhering to the state’s usual payroll schedule. Governor Fintiri had pledged that the revised minimum wage would be effective from August, and the timely implementation of this commitment is a notable achievement for his administration. The 23rd of each month is traditionally when employees on the state government payroll receive their salaries, and this month’s payment…
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has categorically denied any connection between the state government and the donation of N1 billion to the Cherubim and Seraphim Church by his elder brother, Deji Adeleke. The governor clarified that the substantial donation, which has sparked controversy, was a private philanthropic gesture by his brother, a well-known business magnate, and had no ties to the state’s finances. In response to accusations from the Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Governor Adeleke, through his spokesperson, firmly refuted allegations that the donation was made by him or funded by the state’s treasury.…
The Delta State Government has taken a firm stance against illegal constructions that obstruct waterways, as part of its broader strategy to mitigate the persistent flooding issues in the region. Among the most notable actions is the recent condemnation and planned demolition of properties belonging to Hon. Victor Egbo, the Delta State Commissioner representing the Isoko ethnic nation at the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC). Chief Frank Omare, the Director of Special Duties to the State Government and Chairman of the Task Force on the Removal of Illegal Structures and Recovery of Government Lands, disclosed that the…
The North Central All Progressives Congress (APC) Forum has vehemently rejected the recent dissolution of the Benue State party executives by the National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje. The Forum, expressing its strong disapproval, has labelled the action as unjustified and unacceptable, raising concerns over the legitimacy and motives behind this decision. Alhaji Saleh Mandung Zazzaga, the Chairman of the North Central APC Forum, addressed journalists on Saturday in Jos, the Plateau State capital. During his address, Zazzaga, who also served as a member of the Presidential Campaign Council in the last general election, criticised Ganduje’s decision, arguing that it lacked a…
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has issued a plea to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State, urging him not to target or ostracise any political parties in the state following the conclusion of the legal challenge to his election victory. The appeal came in the wake of the Supreme Court’s judgement, which affirmed Ododo as the legitimate winner of the 11th November 2023 governorship election. In a statement released on Saturday, the Kogi State Chairman of CNPP, Comrade Mohammed Kabir Abdullahi, expressed his thoughts on the matter, emphasising the importance of moving beyond political rivalries for the…
In a decisive crackdown on cybercrime, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 14 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State. The arrest, executed by operatives from the EFCC’s Makurdi Zonal Directorate, took place during a meticulously planned sting operation at the Federal Low-Cost Housing Estate, a residential area within the city. The EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrests in an official statement released on Friday in Abuja He revealed that the operation was the result of actionable intelligence received by the commission, which indicated that the suspects were deeply…
An Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan has ordered the remand of five men accused of attempting to murder a neighbour in a rural community. The defendants—Aliu Hammed, 23; Molomo Tairu, 20; Haruna Isiaq, 25; Abdullahi Isiaq, 22; and Abdulmumini Idris, 25—are facing charges of conspiracy and attempted murder, bringing them before the court on serious criminal accusations. In addition, the Chief Magistrate, Mr M. Mudashiru, presided over the session on Friday and made the decision to remand the accused individuals in the Agodi Correctional Facility in Ibadan. The remand was ordered due to the court’s lack of jurisdiction to…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has reiterated its unwavering support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, emphasising his rightful position within the party amid ongoing internal disputes. The forum has vowed to engage with the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party to review the recently held congresses in Rivers State, aiming to address any anomalies and restore order within the party. The PDP Governors’ Forum made its position clear in a communiqué released after its 4th regular monthly meeting, which took place at the Government House in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State, on Friday. The…
The Kogi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has raised concerns over what it describes as a violent outburst by supporters of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) following the Supreme Court’s recent verdict. The Director of Media and Publicity for the Kogi APC Campaign Council, Kingsley Fanwo, detailed the incident in a statement released on Friday, alleging that the violence was triggered by the actions of the SDP supporters after the court’s ruling affirmed Governor Usman Ododo’s election victory. According to Fanwo, the disturbances reportedly began immediately after the Supreme Court delivered its judgement, confirming Ododo as the…
With the Edo State governorship election just weeks away, Dr Dennis Osahon Aikorogie, the National Rescue Movement (NRM) candidate, has announced his withdrawal from the race and his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This decision marks a significant political shift as the state prepares for a highly contested election. On Friday, during a rally organised by the APC at Textile Mill Road in Benin City, Aikorogie made his decision public. He cited his desire to contribute to Edo State’s progress as the primary reason for his withdrawal and subsequent support for the APC. This move, he emphasised, is…
Ralph Okey Nwosu, the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reassess and clarify his administration’s vision to truly benefit the Nigerian populace. Nwosu expressed concern that the current “Renewed Hope Agenda” of Tinubu’s All Progressives Congress (APC) government has so far resulted in increased poverty and hardship across the country. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Nwosu voiced his dissatisfaction with the direction of the Tinubu administration. He pointed out that the president’s vision remains unclear to many Nigerians, and that without a clear and actionable plan, the nation is at risk…
The Supreme Court has confirmed the re-election of Senator Douye Diri as the legitimate Governor of Bayelsa State, dismissing an appeal brought by the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Timipre Sylva. The judgment, delivered on Friday, marked the culmination of a protracted legal battle that had gripped the political landscape of Bayelsa. In the lead judgment, Justice Garba Lawal ruled decisively against the appeal, declaring it to be not only without merit but also a gross abuse of the judicial process. The court’s decision was unanimous, aligning with the earlier rulings of both the Court of Appeal and…
Vice President Kamala Harris, in a momentous address delivered in Chicago, officially accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for president. Her speech, marked by passion and conviction, offered a vision of unity and progress for the United States, promising to serve all Americans if elected to the highest office. On the final evening of the Democratic National Convention, Harris took to the stage to share her personal story, emphasising her roots and the experiences that shaped her as a leader. The Vice President’s speech also served as a platform to confront key issues facing the nation, including the ongoing conflict in…
The Supreme Court has dismissed the appeals lodged by the Labour Party (LP) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against the election of Hope Uzodinma as the Governor of Imo State. The decisions were a significant blow to both Athan Achonu, the LP’s gubernatorial candidate, and Samuel Anyawu of the PDP, who sought to overturn Uzodinma’s victory in the November 11, 2023 election. In delivering the lead judgment, Justice Mohammed Baba Idris declared that the appellants had failed to substantiate their allegations of electoral malpractice, including claims of overvoting. The court ruled that the evidence presented by both the LP…