The Labour Party (LP) Caucus in the House of Representatives has criticized the state of Nigeria’s economy, stating it has “dangerously continued” in a free fall since President Bola Tinubu assumed office one year ago. In a statement signed by their leader, Afam Ogene, the lawmakers expressed doubt about Tinubu’s ability to rescue the nation, citing rising insecurity and economic hardship as contradictions to his renewed hope agenda promise. “Our Caucus had taken a backseat in the patriotic hope that, maybe, just maybe, the beneficiary administration would be able to work magic and pull the nation from the precipice of…
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The German government has praised President Bola Tinubu’s reform agenda, describing his initiatives since assuming power on May 29, 2023, as “bold steps” toward elevating Nigeria. German Ambassador to Nigeria, Annett Günther, made these remarks in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, highlighting the administration’s efforts over the past year to bolster the oil sector, tackle insecurity, and combat corruption. Günther emphasized the importance of staying focused on the ongoing economic reforms, which she noted were long overdue. “The nation’s economic reforms were long overdue, and it took Tinubu courage to implement them, knowing they…
Saudi Arabian authorities have issued a stern warning to all pilgrims participating in this year’s Hajj against entering the country with invalid Hajj visas. In a warning issued by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, the Saudi Kingdom threatened severe penalties for any pilgrim or group found to have entered the country illegally. The Ministry of Interior stipulated a penalty of deportation and a fine of 10,000 SR for anyone caught performing Hajj without an authorized Hajj permit. The warning was conveyed to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) through the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs from the Royal…
The youth wing of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, has rated President Bola Tinubu’s administration above average as it marks one year in office today, May 29. The Igbo group made this assessment while also urging the President to dismiss any cabinet member not significantly contributing to the realization of the Renewed Hope Agenda. In a statement released on Wednesday, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, National President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, commended President Tinubu’s efforts toward restoring the country’s economic fortunes. “President Tinubu inherited a battered economy, and while it does not take rocket science…
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has called on President Bola Tinubu to provide transparency regarding the fuel subsidy regime. In a statement made public on Tuesday, Atiku urged the President to outline the fiscal commitments and benefits stemming from the fuel subsidy reform and its impact on the Federation Accounts. “It is curious that since April 2024, fuel queues have mounted at many filling stations across Nigeria, and the infamous ‘black market’ has sprouted in several states. How much PMS is being imported and distributed, and at what cost? What is the implicit subsidy?” Atiku questioned. The…
Yunusa Tanko, the spokesman for the defunct Obi-Datti presidential campaign council, has stated that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, would only agree to a merger aimed at lifting Nigeria out of poverty. Tanko clarified that the former Anambra governor is not interested in any merger solely focused on gaining political power. This comes after Obi met with his Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) counterpart, Atiku Abubakar, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and Sule Lamido. The meeting sparked speculations of a possible merger, a notion recently endorsed by Atiku. Reacting to these speculations, Tanko emphasized that Obi would only…
The Imo State Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, has demoted Inspector Isong Osudueh, an officer attached to the Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU) in Owerri, following a widely circulated video showing him extorting money from motorists along the Owerri-Onitsha Expressway. In a statement issued by the Command’s spokesman, Henry Okoye, Danjuma described the officer’s behavior as “shameful and unprofessional.” Additionally, the supervisory officer has been issued an official query for lack of supervision. Commissioner Danjuma condemned the actions of Inspector Osudueh and emphasized that the Command would not tolerate any form of extortion or misconduct by its personnel. He warned that…
The Organised Labour, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), has rejected a fresh minimum wage proposal by the Nigerian Government. According to Channels Television, the Federal Government offered to pay N60,000 as the new minimum wage, which was promptly rejected by Organised Labour. Labour had initially proposed N615,000 as the new minimum wage but reduced their demand to N497,000 last week and further to N494,000 on Tuesday. A prominent member of the Tripartite Committee for the negotiation of a new minimum wage revealed that the Federal Government and the Organised Private Sector side of…
The Senate has pardoned and recalled Bauchi Central Senator Abdul Ahmed Ningi, who was suspended for three months on March 12, 2024, for accusing the Senate of budget padding. The recall process was initiated following a motion moved by Deputy Minority Leader Sen. Abba Moro, who expressed regret on behalf of the suspended senator. Sen. Moro pledged to assume full responsibility for Sen. Ningi’s actions, acknowledging the gravity of the suspension. The senator’s conduct during the period of suspension has been a matter of scrutiny and debate within the legislative body. Senate President Godswill Akpabio emphasized Sen. Ningi’s resourcefulness and…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ode-Aye Ward 1 of Okitipupa Local Government Area, Ondo State, has suspended Folake Omogoroye, a female governorship aspirant in the primary election held on April 20, 2024. The suspension was announced in a letter signed by the APC Chairman in the ward, Akinsowola Awodele, and supported by 12 other executive members on Monday evening. According to the letter, Omogoroye was suspended for “anti-party activities and flagrant disobedience to the constituted authority of the party.” InfoStride News recalls that Omogoroye had approached the court to seek the cancellation of the governorship primary election, alleging irregularities.…
Leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ovungwu Ward 8, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area of Abia State, have unanimously passed a vote of no confidence in the former executive chairman of the local council area, Ifeanyi Isikaku, and members of the Ward Executive Committee. They cited anti-party activities and negligence of duties as reasons for their decision. The stakeholders stated that the recent actions of the individuals concerned violated the party’s constitution. They warned these individuals to cease parading themselves as leaders and executives of Ovungwu Ward 8 and to stop convening illegal meetings, as…
The Benue State House of Assembly on Monday repealed the life pension law for former governors and their deputies. The life pension law, enacted to provide lifelong maintenance for former governors and their deputies, was originally passed in May 2023 by the 9th Assembly, just days before the end of their tenure. The controversial law extended benefits to ex-elected governors and their deputies from 1999, including former governors George Akume, Gabriel Suswam, Samuel Ortom, and ex-deputy governors Steven Lawani and Engr. Benson Abounu, who are still alive. During Monday’s plenary, the current 10th Assembly repealed the law, citing that it…
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has declared that his victory at the tribunal will enable him to serve the state even better in his second term. On Monday, the tribunal sitting in Abuja affirmed Diri’s re-election in the November 11, 2023 election, dismissing the petition filed by Chief Timipre Sylva and the All Progressives Congress (APC) as lacking merit. Diri referred to the petition as a “needless distraction.” In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, the governor dedicated the victory to God, emphasizing that the judiciary has once again proven itself to be the…
The Nigerian National Assembly was advised on Monday that the decision to revert to Nigeria’s old national anthem should not be made solely through legislative debate. Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, emphasized this point during a one-day public hearing on a bill proposing the change. Fagbemi’s position conflicts with that of the Senators, even though the bill, originating from the Executive and sponsored by Senator Michael Bamidele Opeyemi, had swiftly passed its first and second readings last week. Fagbemi argued that the adoption of a national anthem requires extensive consultation with the…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, citing the accomplishments of President Bola Tinubu within his first year in office. Wike made these remarks on Monday in Abuja after inspecting the Southern Parkway Road and the Abuja Rail Mass Transit, which are set for commercial inauguration on May 29. Wike commended President Tinubu’s efforts, particularly highlighting advancements in physical infrastructure and human capital development. “Mr. President’s ‘Renewed Hope’ agenda is no longer a story; it’s a reality. It is a promise made and a promise fulfilled. I think Mr. President…
A strong political ally of former President Muhammadu Buhari and Chairman of Arewa Media Group, Alhaji AbdulMajid Danbilki Kwamanda, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against allowing anyone to hide under state laws to violate court orders halting the reinstatement of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II. Speaking to the media in Kano on Monday, Kwamanda criticized the Kano State Government for defying a Federal High Court order preventing the reinstatement of Sanusi. He argued that such actions set a dangerous precedent that could undermine the rule of law. “We cannot understand why the people who celebrated and effectively used the courts to…
Armed bandits invaded the Kuchi community in Munya Local Government Area of Niger State on Friday night, killing at least seven people and abducting about 200 villagers. The attackers, estimated to be around 300, overwhelmed local security forces and operated for over three hours during a heavy downpour. Among the deceased were four members of the Joint Security Taskforce and three villagers who attempted to escape. The bandits, arriving on about 100 motorcycles with three armed individuals on each, looted shops and selected individuals to abduct, including women. The invasion, which began around 7:00 pm, saw no immediate response from…
The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested three suspects for allegedly attempting to smuggle hard drugs concealed in a loaf of bread. The Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna. “The three suspects were arrested for attempting to smuggle drugs in a loaf of bread into a police cell for a suspect,” Hassan stated. “The State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) apprehended the suspects for trying to supply hard drugs to a detainee.” The suspects were identified as John Solomon (38), Kunle Oluwale (45), and James Daniel Baba (45),…
One person, identified only as Seun, an alleged member of the Eiye confraternity, has been killed and beheaded during a cult clash in the Ijoko area of Ogun State. Reports indicate that Seun, a fuel attendant at a filling station in Alaroro, Ijoko, was killed in a reprisal attack. His decapitated head was found hung on the Ijoko bridge. The clash reportedly began last Friday when Adisa, a suspected leader of the rival Aye confraternity, was killed and his hand chopped off by a rival group. In retaliation, members of the Aye confraternity shot and killed two members of the…
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has labeled the ‘Nigeria Air’ project, unveiled by the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, as a fraud and confirmed its continued suspension. Speaking at the Ministerial Sectorial update in Abuja on Monday, Keyamo detailed the issues surrounding the national carrier project, which he said was marred by secrecy and fraudulent activities. He emphasized that the project, which was supposed to be an indigenous initiative to inspire hope among Nigerians, was anything but. “It was never Air Nigeria; it was Ethiopian trying to fly our flag. It was not Air Nigeria.…