A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uche Sampson Ogah, has criticized the deceitfulness displayed by many leaders in Abia State, stating it undermines the party’s electoral prospects. Ogah made these remarks over the weekend while speaking to journalists after an enlarged meeting of Abia stakeholders of the APC held in Umuahia, the state capital. “The way forward is peace in the party. That has to unite every leader in the party. Because if there is no peace, we are going nowhere,” Ogah stated. He emphasized the need…
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The Benue State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced its readiness to participate in the forthcoming local government elections in the state. The decision was made after extensive consultations with party leaders and members. Party chairman John Ngbede made the announcement during an expanded caucus meeting of the PDP on Monday in Makurdi. The Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC) had recently declared the upcoming council election at a stakeholders’ meeting in Makurdi. Ngbede emphasized that the PDP is committed to participating in the elections and will oppose the All Progressives Congress (APC) to foster development at the grassroots level,…
The Lagos State Government has reported that fire outbreaks resulted in 82 casualties and property losses amounting to N25.37 billion. This was disclosed by the Lagos State Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Gbenga Oyerinde, in a statement on Monday. Oyerinde stated that the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) successfully rescued 376 victims and preserved property valued at N152.22 billion. “Fire safety officers from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) successfully rescued 376 victims and preserved property estimated to be worth N152.22 billion. The ministry regrettably recorded 82 casualties and property losses worth N25.37 billion,” Oyerinde said.…
The Director General of the Confederation of All Progressives Congress Support Groups (CASG), Prof. Kailani Muhammad, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu to remain vigilant, citing a conspiracy against him in the run-up to the 2027 presidential election. Prof. Kailani made this statement during the presentation of an Award of Excellence in National Service by the Supreme Head of the Nzuko Nd’Imo Organisation (NNIO) in Abuja. He highlighted that the Northern Elders Forum and other groups in the North are allegedly conspiring against the President. Kailani advised Tinubu to appoint members of CASG to his government, emphasizing that such appointments would…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State, George Okoye, has called on stakeholders to ensure that the party does not fade from Nigeria’s political landscape. Speaking to journalists in Awka on Monday, Okoye, a former member of the State Assembly, emphasized that the party’s leadership must not let personal interests and ambitions weaken the PDP. Okoye underscored the PDP’s role as the primary opposition party and a cornerstone of democratic practice in Nigeria. He urged the party’s leadership to unite and restructure the PDP for the betterment of the country rather than pursuing a so-called ‘New…
Ijaw leader, Edwin Clark, has called on the national chairmen of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, and his Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) counterpart, Umar Damagum, to address the recent actions of Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, in Rivers State. Clark expressed concerns that Wike’s statements could incite a crisis in Rivers State. In a recent comment, Wike hinted at enjoying the possibility of Governor Siminalayi Fubara making mistakes that could cause him problems. In a letter, Clark reminded the leaders of the two major political parties of the potential consequences of unrest in Rivers State, emphasizing…
Fidelity Bank compliance officer, Ezekoli Ozoemenam, testified on Monday against social media celebrity Ismaila Mustapha, also known as Mompha, who is facing trial over money laundering charges involving N6 billion. Ozoemenam, the fourth prosecution witness, was led in evidence by Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) counsel, Mr. Suleiman Suleiman. The witness testified about the details of an account at the bank allegedly linked to Mompha. The prosecution tendered the account document and requested the court to admit it as evidence. However, defense counsel Mr. Kolawole Salami reserved his objection to the tendering of the document. Mr. Suleiman then requested…
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has emphasized the importance of cooperation between Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who is now the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. Jonathan highlighted that such collaboration is essential for the well-being of the state’s residents. Jonathan, speaking as the special guest of honor at the inauguration of the Trans-Kalabari Road Project organized by the Rivers State Government on Monday, expressed his concerns about the challenges associated with the transition of power in the country. He noted that while transitions at the national level are generally better managed, those at…
The hearing of an ex-parte motion for stay of proceedings filed by EFCC Chairman Mr. Ola Olukayode, against a contempt charge instituted by former Kogi State Governor Alhaji Yahaya Bello, was stalled on Monday at the Court of Appeal, Abuja. The case, scheduled for Monday, was delayed due to a workshop organized by the appellate court, as reported by NAN. The two-day workshop on the Review of the 2023 Election Petition Tribunals/Court and Appeals, organized by the Appeal Court, commenced on Monday in Abuja. On May 3, the appellate court had granted an ex-parte motion for a stay of contempt…
The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, emphasized on Monday the need for creating state police to strengthen internal security in Nigeria. In a statement released by the Directorate of Media and Publicity, Office of the Senate Leader in Abuja, Bamidele highlighted the inadequacies of the current police system, describing it as “ailing and dysfunctional.” “We must admit that the system can no longer guarantee the dignity of human lives and the security of collective assets, considering our security dynamics in the Fourth Republic,” he stated. Bamidele noted that the proposal for state police has been a topic of intense debate for…
Felix Akhabue, a governorship aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Frank Okiye, the former Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). InfoStride News reports that Akhabue and Okiye were among the politicians who have resigned from PDP in the last few weeks. Felix Akhabue was one of the ten aspirants on the PDP platform for the September 21 governorship election who protested the outcome of the ward and local government congresses. Both Akhabue and Okiye resigned from PDP last week. Akhabue is a former Esan West…
The Imo State Police Command has distanced itself from the confessional statements made by three suspects arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping and killing of Retired Major General Richard Duru. Major General Duru was kidnapped on September 27, 2023, along Bishops Court, Area 7 Orji/Uratta Owerri. His black Mercedes Benz G.L. 450 car, with registration number LND 826 NG, was also taken by a suspected kidnapping syndicate. In a release signed by the Command’s spokesman, ASP Henry Okoye, the police faulted the claims by the suspects, asserting that the Army chief is still alive and that efforts are ongoing…
The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Health Institutions, Amos Magaji, has called for sustained financial investment in federal teaching hospitals across Nigeria. This call aligns with the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, aimed at improving healthcare for citizens. Magaji made this appeal during an oversight visit of his committee members to the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital in Otukpo. He emphasized the necessity of increased funding for the health sector, given the primary role of health institutions in the country. He praised the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Prof. Silas Ochejele, and his…
The Nigerian Navy’s troops of Operation Delta Sanity, stationed at the Forward Operating Base in Ibaka, Akwa Ibom State, intercepted a wooden boat carrying drums of illegally refined petroleum en route to Cameroon. This interception was announced in a statement posted on the Navy’s verified Facebook page on Sunday. The statement read: “Operation Delta Sanity: On Saturday, 18 May 2024, Forward Operating Base Ibaka intercepted a wooden boat laden with drums of illegally refined PMS carefully concealed among some building materials and household items bound for the Republic of Cameroon.” The statement also confirmed the arrest of two suspects, who…
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has declared that his administration has achieved significant infrastructure advancements since taking office a year ago, surpassing the accomplishments of his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, over eight years. Speaking in Ngo Town at the inauguration of the Andoni section of the Ogoni-Andoni-Opobo Unity Road project in Andoni Local Government Area on Saturday, Fubara highlighted his administration’s rapid progress. “We just started about three or four months ago, but I am very happy that if we have to assess ourselves within those three months, we have done better than people who stayed for eight years,” Fubara…
The Edo chapter of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has announced its intention to boycott the upcoming September 21, 2024, governorship election if candidates’ manifestos do not include plans and programs for farmers in the state. Alhaji Bako Dogwo, the state chairman of AFAN, made this declaration on Sunday during an interview with newsmen in Benin City. He also demanded that any political party winning the election must appoint a commissioner for Agriculture from within AFAN’s ranks. “I want to say categorically that candidates of political parties contesting for the September 21, 2024, governorship election who will not…
Dr. Pogu Bitrus, President of the Middle Belt Forum (MBF), has condemned the endemic corruption in Nigeria and the failure of security agents to combat it effectively. In an interview with media outlet, Bitrus insisted that only a revolutionary approach to fighting corruption could rid the country of the scourge. On Government’s Anti-Corruption Efforts: Bitrus criticized the current government’s approach to corruption, noting that although President Tinubu has not prioritized fighting corruption, his administration is performing better than the previous one under Buhari. He emphasized that while institutions exist to handle corruption, they are not functioning as they should. Bitrus…
Aloy Ejimakor, the lead counsel for Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), announced that the legal team is prepared for the resumed trial set for Monday. Kanu’s trial will take place at the Abuja Federal High Court. Ejimakor made this known via a post on X, stating: “PUBLIC NOTICE: MAZI NNAMDI KANU’s case set for 20th May 2024 will hold. The Court shall convene at 12 noon. Ground zero: Federal High Court, Abuja. #MnkLegalTeam is primed & in battle array. #NoShaking. “The #MNKLegalTeam & all conscientious people around the world appreciate the Supreme Court of Nigeria…
No fewer than 386 people, mostly women and children, have been rescued by the Nigerian Army from Sambisa Forest, a decade after their abduction. Brig. Gen. AGL Haruna, the acting General Officer Commanding (GOC) 7 Division, announced this while addressing newsmen on the outskirts of Sambisa Forest in Konduga LGA, following the return of troops from the 10-day operation. Haruna stated that the operation, tagged “Operation Desert Sanity 111,” aimed to clear Sambisa Forest of the remnants of all categories of terrorists and provide an opportunity for those eager to surrender. “Our effort is to ensure that we clear remnants…
The presidency has stated that President Bola Tinubu is unfazed by the political maneuvers of the 2023 presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and his Labour Party (LP) counterpart, Peter Obi. According to Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President remains focused on fixing the country’s economy, rather than the political strategies of Atiku and Obi. Onanuga made this statement amidst speculation of a potential merger between Atiku and Obi. Last week, Obi met with Atiku, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and PDP chieftain Sule Lamido, prompting discussions about a coalition for…