The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced a major success in its ongoing efforts to combat illegal refining activities in the Niger Delta. On Sunday, the Air Component of Operation Delta Safe executed a series of operations that led to the destruction of 13 illegal refining sites, 10 overhead tanks, and numerous gallons of illegally refined products in the Obizor and Okoloma regions. Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, the Director of Public Relations and Information for the NAF, detailed the successful operations in a statement. This success is attributed to an increase in patrols conducted by the Air Force in…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi State has issued a stern warning to the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Bauchi State Independent Electoral Commission (BASIEC) regarding the integrity of the upcoming local government elections. The APC’s caution comes amid fears of potential manipulation and electoral misconduct as the state gears up for local elections on August 17, 2024. In a recent campaign event marking the official launch of their electoral activities, the acting Chairman of the APC in Bauchi State, Mohammed Hassan Tilde, voiced the party’s concerns about the potential for electoral interference. Tilde accused the PDP…
The Conference of Nigerian Political Parties (CNPP) has called for the immediate suspension of Mele Kyari, the Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), amid a series of allegations and controversies surrounding the corporation. The group has also demanded an independent investigation into claims of subsidy fraud, substandard imports, and the ongoing mismanagement of the Port Harcourt refinery. In a statement issued to journalists on Sunday, James Ezema, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of CNPP, expressed deep frustration over the current state of affairs at the NNPC. He argued that the recent removal of the fuel subsidy has…
The Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt is set to deliver a crucial judgment on Monday, August 12, 2024, concerning a legal dispute involving the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State. The case in question revolves around a lawsuit filed by the elected state, local government, and ward executives of the APC, led by Emeka Beke, against the party’s national executive and the seven-member Caretaker Committee chaired by Tony Okocha. The presiding judge, Justice Sika Aprioku, has scheduled the judgment following the completion of arguments and final written submissions from the parties involved. The court had previously heard…
The Lagos State Police Command has reported a tragic incident involving a 25-year-old contract staff who died after allegedly jumping into an iron melting pot at his workplace. The incident occurred at a company located in the Industrial Scheme of Odogunyan area in Ikorodu, Lagos State. According to SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the police command, the unfortunate event was reported to the Sagamu Road Police Division on August 3, 2024, around 6:00 p.m. The safety officer of the company, whose identity has not been disclosed, was the one who notified the authorities. The incident reportedly took place earlier…
The Nigeria Police Force has launched an investigation into a tragic shooting incident involving police aides assigned to Barrister Wale Fapohunda in the Surulere area of Lagos State. The incident occurred on August 8, 2024, around 10:22 p.m., when a report was received by the police control room regarding a shooting involving one of Fapohunda’s police aides. According to the report, a police officer attached to the Special Protection Unit (SPU) Base 10 Sokoto, identified as Corporal Umar Lawal, shot and killed Gabriel Audu, a security legion assigned to the same lawyer. Upon receiving the distressing news, a police team…
Joe Igbokwe, a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), has made a provocative accusation that some political opponents are plotting a coup against President Bola Tinubu. Igbokwe asserts that such attempts are futile due to Tinubu’s extensive preparation and dedication over three decades to ascend to Nigeria’s highest political office. In a recent Facebook post, Igbokwe expressed his views strongly, stating: “Election losers want to stage a coup against a President who spent nearly 30 years preparing for this exalted office. Not with someone like PBAT as President. Let’s be serious. You cannot undermine what’s been achieved.” Igbokwe’s…
The recent announcement by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration that Delta State’s debt burden has been reduced by over 40 per cent has sparked significant controversy. Barr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, the Executive Assistant to Governor Oborevwori on Communications, claimed during a radio programme in Lagos that the administration had slashed the state’s debt by more than N180 billion and saved over N205 billion through effective financial management. However, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed these claims as misleading and intended to deceive the people of Delta State. The APC’s Delta State Publicity Secretary, Valentine Onojeghuo, condemned the assertions in a…
The Bauchi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly criticised Governor Bala Mohammed for his recent denunciation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policies. The APC attributed the governor’s discontent to the recent Supreme Court ruling that granted financial autonomy to local governments across Nigeria. According to the APC, the Supreme Court’s decision has deprived Governor Mohammed of what they describe as “free money” that he and his associates have previously exploited for personal gain. The ruling, which aims to ensure greater financial independence and accountability for local governments, has restricted the governor’s access to funds he had…
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has firmly rejected claims that it is embroiled in a leadership crisis following the death of its President-General, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu. The organisation’s leadership has stated that its National Executive Committee (NEC), under the guidance of Secretary-General Ambassador Okey Emuchay, has been effectively managing the organisation’s affairs since Iwuanyanwu’s passing. National Publicity Secretary of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Alex Ogbonnia, issued a statement addressing recent reports suggesting turmoil within the organisation. These reports had implied that Ohanaeze Ndigbo was experiencing internal discord over leadership succession and the zoning of positions among member states. In response, Ogbonnia…
The Osun State Civil Societies Coalition (OSCC), a prominent alliance of civil society organisations in the state, has called on President Bola Tinubu to reinstate subsidies on electricity and fuel or face potential new waves of protests from Nigerians. The coalition issued this ultimatum in a statement released following the conclusion of the official 10-day #EndBadGovernance protest. In a statement signed by Waheed Lawal, the chairman of the OSCC, the coalition expressed strong disapproval of President Tinubu’s recent nationwide address concerning the protests. Lawal criticised the president for failing to address the core issues raised by the demonstrators, asserting that…
Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), has underscored the critical role of Nigeria’s democratic institutions and values as the bedrock of the nation. He highlighted that it is both the constitutional duty and commitment of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and other military and security agencies to safeguard and fortify these fundamental principles. In a recent visit to Gombe, Air Marshal Abubakar shared these insights during a meeting with the State Governor, His Excellency Muhammed Inuwa Yahaya. The CAS reiterated that while the primary responsibility for maintaining security lies with state governors, they can rely on…
The Ogun State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has vehemently condemned the N250,000 nomination fee imposed by the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGISIEC) for the upcoming local government elections. This fee, announced during a stakeholder meeting on Thursday, has sparked controversy and outrage from various political parties, with the ADC leading the charge against what it considers an unjust financial burden. OGISIEC Chairman, Babatunde Osibodu, detailed the new fee structure, specifying that male chairmanship candidates must pay N250,000, while male councillorship candidates are required to pay N150,000. Female councillorship candidates are subject to a lower fee…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Taraba State has successfully concluded its ward congresses, resulting in the election of new ward executives across the state’s 168 political wards. Held on Saturday, the congresses were conducted without incident, signalling a promising start for future party activities. The congresses were praised for their peaceful and orderly execution, a fact that many delegates noted with optimism. They expressed confidence that the upcoming local government and state congresses would follow suit and be conducted in a similarly smooth manner. Abubakar Bawa, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Political Matters, commended the party leadership…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emphasised the need for vigilance and proactive measures to ensure that the Dangote Refinery, a crucial investment for Nigeria, is not obstructed by any internal or external forces. His comments reflect growing concerns over recent disputes regarding crude oil allocations essential for the refinery’s operations. In a statement posted on X, Atiku Abubakar likened the anticipation surrounding the refinery to the expectations of a parent awaiting a newborn, underscoring the importance of nurturing and safeguarding significant investments. He urged Nigerians to actively support efforts that prevent any deliberate attempts to hinder the progress of…
On Saturday, renowned activist Aisha Yesufu lauded Nigerians for their courageous stand against perceived injustices, affirming that their actions have demonstrated their refusal to be subjugated. Her commendation came in the wake of the widespread protests during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria campaign and the one-million-man march. The protest, which was planned to coincide with the culmination of ten days of demonstrations, aimed to highlight various grievances and advocate for significant changes. Organisers had announced their intention to hold a massive one-million-man march across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with the primary demand being the reinstatement of the fuel…
On Thursday night, a hotel manager in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, was tragically shot and killed by gunmen suspected to be members of the Eiye Confraternity. The deceased, identified as Anthony Balogun, had been managing the hotel owned by his mother before the violent incident occurred. The shooting took place around 8 p.m. at the hotel, situated in the Olunlade area of Ilorin. According to eyewitness accounts, two individuals entered the hotel and requested to see the manager. Anthony Balogun, assuming they were potential customers, left his room and went to the reception area to meet them. The situation…
The kidnappers of two Kogi State University students have decreased their ransom demand from N50 million to N10 million. The students were abducted last Friday, coinciding with the kidnapping of the Caretaker Chairman of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area, Dare Micheal, and his three aides. While Dare Micheal was released due to health issues that made it impossible for him to travel with the kidnappers, the three aides and the two students remain in captivity. Initially, the kidnappers had demanded N100 million as ransom for the hostages. However, this amount was later reduced to N50 million, and more recently, the demand…
The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State has issued a call for members with grievances over the recently concluded local government primary elections to address their concerns through established internal mechanisms. This appeal, made by the Osun PDP Chairman, Sunday Bisi, comes in response to reports of dissatisfaction from some aspirants regarding the primary process. In a statement released on Saturday, Bisi assured that the party is committed to addressing all genuine complaints and emphasised the importance of using the party’s internal channels for resolving disputes. He stated that the PDP’s leadership is dedicated to ensuring…
The Oyo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has made significant strides in its battle against human trafficking and smuggling, with recent operations leading to the arrest of four suspected human traffickers and the rescue of nine individuals exploited as prostitutes. Additionally, the command has intercepted a substantial amount of smuggled petrol, further showcasing its dedication to curbing illegal activities in the state. The commandant of the NSCDC in Oyo State, Augustine Padonu, made these revelations during a press briefing held at the command’s headquarters in Ibadan on Friday. Padonu detailed how the command’s Anti-Human…