Members of the House of Representatives from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have called for the resignation of the party’s Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, accusing him of collaborating with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Led by Chinyere Ukenga, the lawmakers made their demands known at a press briefing on Monday at the House of Representatives Media Centre. They alleged that Damagum was scheming to hand over the party to the APC and extend the tenure of Local Government party executives to consolidate his leadership. Referring to the crisis in Rivers State over party leadership, Ukenga accused Damagum of…
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A senior Iranian official has issued a warning, stating that Israel’s embassies are no longer safe and should not be considered as a safe haven. The warning was delivered by Yahya Rahim Safavi, a senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, as reported by the semi-official Tasnim news agency. Safavi emphasized that Tehran sees confrontation with Israel as a legitimate and legal right. This warning comes in the wake of heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, with Iran vowing revenge after an airstrike destroyed its consulate in Damascus, killing at least 11 people, including a senior commander in the al-Quds force…
The Nigerian Federal Government has announced Tuesday, 9th April, and Wednesday, 10th April, 2024, as public holidays to commemorate the Eid El-Fitr celebration. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, revealed this in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Aishetu Ndayako. In the statement, the Federal Government congratulated all Muslim Ummah for the successful completion of the fasting in the holy month of Ramadan. Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged all Muslim faithful to continue embodying the spirit of unity and to practice virtues such as kindness, love, tolerance, peace, good neighborliness, and compassion, as exemplified by the Holy Prophet…
The Rivers State Police Command has cautioned parties involved in the political crisis in the state to refrain from actions that could lead to a breakdown of law and order. In a statement on Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Grace Iringe-Koko, stated that the Command would not tolerate any individual or group disrupting the existing peace in the state. Iringe-Koko emphasized the Command’s unwavering commitment to upholding and enforcing law and order. The Command urged the public to prioritize peace and compliance with the law, while also encouraging people to seek peaceful and lawful means to address grievances. “The…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has stated that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, is free to leave the party if he wants. NLC spokesman Benson Upah reiterated the union’s stance on Julius Abure’s leadership, stating that despite what they consider an ‘illegal’ national convention that reinstated Abure as the national chairman of the Labour Party, the union will not recognize his leadership. “Our position on this matter is clear and has not changed. Abure remains unknown to us. It is not a question of removal. As far as we know, he does…
Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has reaffirmed his commitment to the party, dismissing rumors of an imminent departure. Despite the internal crisis rocking the party, Obi affirmed that he has no intentions of leaving anytime soon. He also declared that he is not in any way desperate to be Nigeria’s President at any point in his life. Obi made these statements while fielding questions from journalists in Bauchi on Sunday shortly after commissioning a hand pump for water supply in Sabon Layi community, a suburb of Bauchi metropolis. He said, “I am not…
Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State has expressed shock and sympathy over the recent killing of 25 persons during a bandit attack in the Agojeju-Odo community of the Omala Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. Speaking in Lokoja, Governor Ododo regretted the escalation of communal clashes in the area and promised immediate intervention by his administration to prevent a recurrence of such incidents. “I am assuring the citizens that the perpetrators of the dastardly act will be brought to justice soon. Already, security agencies are on the trail of the assailants whose acts of mindless cowardice resulted in the…
Socioeconomic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has initiated legal action against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The lawsuit is based on Akpabio’s failure to recall Bauchi Central Senator Abdul Ningi and his inaction regarding the alleged N3.7 trillion budget padding. Senator Ningi had raised concerns about the alleged disappearance of N3.7 trillion in the 2024 budget. His allegations led to a three-month suspension by the Senate due to his inability to substantiate the claims of budget padding. Activist lawyer Femi Falana had demanded Ningi’s reinstatement, a request that has not been fulfilled by the Senate. SERAP announced the lawsuit on its…
Ukraine has reported a drone attack on the Morozovsk airbase in Russia, claiming to have killed or injured 20 airfield personnel and severely damaging eight Russian warplanes, as stated by officials in Kyiv. Russian defense officials, on the other hand, stated that they intercepted 40 Ukrainian drones and that only a power substation was damaged in the attack. Neither side’s claims have been independently verified, according to the Guardian UK. The Morozovsk airbase is reportedly used by Russian tactical bombers to launch guided bombs at Ukrainian military targets and frontline towns and cities. In a separate incident, Russia fired five…
The Reformed Arewa Youth Coalition (RAYC) has criticized the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, accusing him of disregarding the principle of federal character in his appointments. During a press conference in Abuja over the weekend, the group alleged that Wike was managing the FCT as if it were his personal fiefdom, where his decisions were unquestioned. Comrade Attahiru Musa, the President of RAYC, expressed concern over what he described as lopsided appointments under Wike’s leadership. “Wike has shown a disturbing pattern in his choice of appointments. He has transformed the FCT into a reflection of Rivers State,…
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, has praised the troops of 1 Brigade Nigerian Army for their dedication and sacrifice in combating terrorism and insurgency in North West Nigeria. Gen Lagbaja expressed his commendation during an operational visit to 1 Brigade Area of Responsibility in Gusau, Zamfara State, on Saturday, April 6, 2024. He was briefed by the Commander of 1 Brigade, Brig Gen Sani Ahmed, on the troops’ activities and successes in the ongoing Operation Desert Sanity II in Zamfara and neighboring states. During the visit, Gen Lagbaja pledged increased support for the Brigade, including combat…
Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully neutralized three terrorists in Kidandan Village, Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The terrorists were intercepted while in transit to repair their motorcycles. According to a statement from the Nigerian Army’s official X page, the operation was based on credible intelligence targeting the terrorist group, known for using motorbikes to carry out nefarious activities in the region. “The terrorist group was in transit to repair their motorbikes, which they used as mobility when unleashing their acts of terror on the populace in Kaduna State and across the North-West region,” the statement read.…
Immigration officers in Oyo State have been accused of assaulting journalists, including Seun Falomo, a cameraman with Galaxy Television. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, shortly after an official from the Oyo State Road Transport Management Agency (OYRTMA) was arrested and detained for apprehending an immigration officer who violated traffic rules. According to sources, in retaliation, the immigration officers arrested the OYRTMA official, stripped him naked, and detained him at their Zone F headquarters on Old Ife Road in Ibadan. They then turned their aggression towards the journalists present to report the incident, assaulting Falomo and others and threatening to…
Sir Celestine Omehia, former Governor of Rivers State, has criticized the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, advising him to reduce his desire for power and greed and allow Governor Siminalayi Fubara to govern effectively. In a statement sent to media outlets on Friday, Omehia accused Wike of being tormented by an undying inclination for power, leading to unstable moments. His comments were in response to Wike’s recent live television interview in Abuja, where he referred to some PDP leaders in Rivers State as “expired politicians and buccaneers” for supporting Fubara. Omehia described Wike’s outbursts as those of a…
Chief Patrick Ogbu, former Chairman of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), has announced his candidacy for the chairmanship of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State. He made this declaration on Friday at his residence in Makurdi, the state capital. A longstanding member of the PDP, Chief Ogbu emphasized his commitment and passion for the party’s success, stating that he is ready to leverage his energy to transform it. He presented himself as a capable candidate to reposition the party in the state, highlighting the need for strong and capable leadership to address challenges and embrace opportunities. Chief Ogbu…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has pledged to conduct a free, fair, and transparent primary election to select its candidate for the November 11 governorship election in Ondo State. Deputy National Organising Secretary, Nze Duru, made this commitment on Saturday in Abuja as the party concluded the submission of Expression of Interest and Nomination forms by aspirants. “We assure aspirants that the party is interested and desirous of conducting a free, fair, transparent primary election in Ondo State,” Duru stated. The primary election is scheduled to hold on April 20, 2024, with sixteen aspirants already having picked forms for the…
The Abia State Government has officially removed HRM Eze Edward Ebere Eule as the traditional ruler of the Azumini autonomous community in Ukwa East LGA. The removal follows his suspension from office in February 2024 for alleged misconduct and actions unbecoming of a traditional ruler. A press statement signed by the Abia State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Uzor Nwachukwu, announced that Governor Alex Otti has approved the withdrawal of Eze Eule’s staff of office and certificate of recognition. The decision to remove the traditional ruler was based on his alleged refusal to comply with directives stipulated in…
The victims of Thursday’s attack on Agojeju-Odo community in Omala Local Government Area of Kogi State were laid to rest on Saturday. District Head and Ochala Onu-Ife Bagaji Odo, Chief David Akpa, confirmed to newsmen in his palace that the burials included two women and four children among others. Chief Akpa condemned the attack as barbaric and wicked, highlighting the brutality of the bandits who unleashed mayhem on his people. He expressed fear for the safety of surviving victims, especially as there are rumors of impending attacks on Bagaji Odo where they have sought refuge. “We are mourning our loved…
Alhaji Yakubu Ajaka, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate in the 2023 governorship election in Kogi State, has condemned the suspected herdsmen attack on Agojeju-Odo community in Omala Local Government Area of the state. He made this statement in Lokoja on Saturday, calling for immediate action to stop the incessant attacks in the area. Ajaka expressed deep concern over the attack, which reportedly resulted in the death of 25 persons, with several others injured and farm produce destroyed. He emphasized the sanctity of every citizen’s life and called on the state government to fulfill its primary responsibility of ensuring the…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed determination to secure victory in the upcoming governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states. Nze Chidi Duru, the APC Deputy National Organising Secretary, made this declaration at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja. Duru assured the 16 candidates vying for the APC’s ticket for the Ondo State governorship election on November 16, 2024, of a fair, open, and transparent primary election scheduled for April 20. He emphasized the significance of the Edo State governorship election as a test case, noting that the party is committed to determining its candidate through a free and…