The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has strongly condemned the killing of three officers and twelve soldiers by irate youths in Delta State. Primate Ayodele described the attack as a civilian coup against the military, emphasizing that it sends a wrong signal to Nigeria’s security system. The soldiers, including a Commanding Officer, two majors, one captain, and twelve soldiers from the 181 Amphibious Battalion, were on a mission to halt clashes between two communities in the southern state of Delta when they were murdered by warring community youths. In a statement signed by his media aide,…
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Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has strongly condemned the unprovoked killing of officers and soldiers attached to 63 Brigade at Okuama community, Ughelli South Local Government Area of the state. Governor Oborevwori stated that his government would take all necessary measures to apprehend those responsible for the heinous act and ensure they face the full wrath of the law. He also expressed condolences to the military and the families of the deceased officers and soldiers. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described the incident as contrary to the culture of Deltans, emphasizing the…
The Labour Party (LP) has urged the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, to resign and vie for the chairmanship position of the party if he is interested. LP’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, criticized Ajaero for what he termed as rascality, stating that it had undermined the NLC’s previous achievements. Ifoh’s remarks were made in response to a letter from the NLC Political Commission, the political arm of the NLC, which called for the suspension of the planned convention of the Labour Party in Umuahia, Abia State, and demanded the immediate resignation of the National Chairman…
Former two-term senator representing Ebonyi Central Senatorial district from 2015 to 2023, Obinna Ogba, has officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. Ogba, a former governorship aspirant under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, described the APC as a very strategic and irresistible party. The senator defected with over 5,000 loyalists across the thirteen local government areas of the state over the weekend. This latest defection comes barely one week after another former PDP aspirant, Obinna Nwachukwu, joined the ruling party with his 2,000 loyalists. Speaking at the event held at Ezillo,…
The Adamawa State Government has announced a revision to the operational restrictions for tricycles, commonly known as Keke NAPEP, in Yola North, Yola South, and Girei local government areas (LGAs). According to the revised directive, Keke NAPEP operators in these LGAs will now be allowed to operate until 11pm, instead of the previous 10pm limit, during the Ramadan fasting period. Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, conveyed this adjustment in a statement released on Sunday. The extension of operational hours aims to accommodate Muslim faithful attending tafsir sessions, which typically run late into the night during Ramadan. The…
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to decisively tackle the insecurity plaguing the nation. In a statement issued on Sunday, the National President of the group, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, warned President Tinubu to avoid what he termed as the “Goodluck Jonathan treatment” by acting swiftly. Nnabuike expressed concern over the recent spate of abductions in the country, particularly within the last two weeks, which he believes is a deliberate attempt to undermine the government’s credibility. He drew parallels with the Chibok abduction during Goodluck Jonathan’s administration, noting that…
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has disclosed that he received more than N1 billion for constituency projects in the controversial 2024 budget. The budget has been embroiled in controversy, with allegations from Senator Abdul Ningi, representing Bauchi Central, that over N3.7 trillion could not be traced to any project. The allegations led to a three-month suspension for Senator Ningi after the House deliberated on them during Tuesday’s plenary. Senator Jarigbe Agom, representing Cross River North, also raised concerns, alleging that some ranking Senators received about N500 million for constituency projects, while others, including himself, received nothing or…
In preparation for the forthcoming November governorship election in Ondo State, leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), operating under the banner of Ondo APC Aborigines, have established a nine-member committee. The committee, chaired by Christy Olufowose, is tasked with evaluating and screening all governorship aspirants within the party. The decision was reached during a meeting held in Akure, the state capital, which was presided over by former Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Togo, Sola Iji. Emphasizing the need to learn from past experiences and avoid previous mistakes, the meeting aims to ensure the emergence of a suitable candidate…
Former Benue State Governor, Senator Gabriel Suswam, has announced his candidacy for the national chairmanship of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He aims to complete the tenure of Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, who was ousted and hails from Benue and the North Central region. Suswam made this known during a meeting with the Benue North East PDP expanded caucus in Katsina-Ala on Friday. He stated that he has consulted with and received the blessings of key party leaders in the state, including former governor Samuel Ortom, Senator David Mark, Senator Abba Moro, and the State Working Committee (SWC) of the PDP.…
The Bauchi State Civil Service Commission (BSCSC) has announced the promotion of 84 senior civil servants, including the elevation of the Deputy Chief Medical Officer to the rank of Chief Medical Officer at grade level 17. In a statement released to journalists on Saturday by Saleh Umar, the Commission’s information officer, it was revealed that the promotions were approved during the 11th plenary session of the Commission held on March 14, 2024. The statement indicated that the promotions were based on the review of 84 recommendations from various agencies, including the State Independent Electoral Commission, Health Management Board, Debt Management…
Pastor Tunde Bakare, overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, has asserted that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) cannot eradicate corruption in Nigeria. Speaking at the men’s symposium held in honor of Pastor Chinedu Ezekwesili’s 70th birthday in Abuja, Bakare emphasized that the ultimate solution to corruption lies in the manifestation of righteousness by the sons of God. Bakare stated, “There are many theories about how to end corruption in Nigeria; EFCC can’t do it; ICPC can’t fix it. The antidote to corruption is only one thing,…
Mr. Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has expressed sorrow over the passing of Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II. Obi described Balogun’s demise as a significant loss not only to Ibadanland but to the entire nation, noting the late monarch’s commitment to national development. The Olubadan, who recently passed away, has been laid to rest according to Muslim rites. In a statement posted on X, Obi said, “I am saddened by the reports of the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II. He was a true…
The Accord Party in Osun State has suspended its chairman, Victor Akande, for alleged anti-party activities, following a resolution by six executive committee members during an emergency session in Ile-Ife. The suspension, which was also ratified by 13 local government chairmen in attendance, was based on accusations of Akande’s unilateral actions in party affairs and failure to respond to allegations against him. In a communique signed by all attendees, Akande was accused of conducting party activities without consulting other members of the state executive and acting dictatorially, leading to division within the party’s structure. The statement further alleged that Akande…
Special Adviser to Gov. Siminalayi Fubara on Political Affairs and Strategy, Darlington Orji, has rebutted recent allegations made by Rivers APC Chairman, Tony Okocha, regarding the administration’s performance. During a press briefing on Tuesday, Okocha criticized Fubara’s administration as “visionless” and accused them of reckless spending. In response, Orji defended the administration, highlighting its commitment to transforming Rivers State into a model state. He emphasized efforts to promote civil servants and ensure timely payment of workers’ salaries, arrears, and gratuities. Orji listed several ongoing infrastructure projects, including road and bridge constructions, the rehabilitation of the Psychiatric Hospital, and the revival…
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has inaugurated the newly constituted governing councils of the state-owned tertiary institutions, namely Rivers State University, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, and Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic. The inauguration took place at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Wednesday. During the inauguration, Governor Fubara charged the council members to review the curriculum of the institutions to address the shortfalls in the educational system, aiming to enhance the acquisition and application of functional skills. Additionally, the governor approved the recommencement of the suspended employment process at Ignatius Ajuru University and cautioned against compromise in the…
The Abia State government has established an administrative panel of inquiry to review the recognition and issuance of staff of office to some traditional rulers on May 9, 2023, by the previous administration. The panel was inaugurated by the Abia State Commissioner for Chieftaincy and Local Government Affairs, Uzo Nwachukwu, and is chaired by Magistrate Uche Uwanuakwa Uche (retd), with Chuka Agomo serving as secretary. Other members of the panel include the chairman of Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers, HRH Eze Linus Nto Mba, the second deputy chairman of Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers, Eze Franklin Nwosu, and…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the interception of 940 rounds of live ammunition during a special anti-smuggling operation along the border line on Thursday. The Comptroller of the command, Ahmadu Shuaibu, disclosed this during a press conference where seized contrabands with a duty paid value of N557,120,828 were paraded before the press. Shuaibu explained that his officers had been tracking the ammunition for over two weeks from the neighbouring Republic of Benin before it was eventually smuggled into Nigeria. The smugglers had concealed the bullets inside sacks of cassava flakes (garri) in an attempt to deceive border security.…
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State has declared its intention to secure every available electoral position in the state. Currently holding two out of the three Senate seats, ten out of eleven House of Representatives positions, and 21 out of the available House of Assembly seats, the party aims to further dominate the political landscape in the state. The Benue APC chairman, Austin Agada, expressed confidence in the party’s ability to achieve this goal while leading the State Working Committee to the National Assembly. He emphasized the party leaders’ commitment to unseating…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to restore the integrity of the 2024 budget by immediately ordering an open investigation into the alleged insertion as well as a holistic review of the budget. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the PDP demanded that Senator Akpabio report to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for investigation into the alleged looting of N108 billion belonging to the people of Akwa Ibom State and the N86 billion alleged contract scam under his watch as the Governor of Akwa Ibom State…
The Abia State Command of the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has urged the establishment of a committee to combat drug abuse in the state, particularly in local governments and rural communities. Mr. Adelawa Adetunji, the Abia State Commandant of NDLEA, made this plea during a visit to Mrs. Pricilla Otti, the wife of the Abia State Governor, in Umuahia. Adetunji stated that the NDLEA was collaborating with the Governor’s office to eradicate drug abuse and emphasized the importance of the committee in supporting existing anti-drug efforts at the local level. He commended Mrs. Otti for her commitment to…