The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has expressed concern over alleged lobbying efforts by state governors to obstruct the direct disbursement of federal allocations to Local Government Authorities (LGAs). In a statement issued on Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Muhammed Ishaq, the PRP reaffirmed its commitment to fiscal autonomy for local governments, as enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution and reinforced by the Supreme Court ruling of July 11, 2024. “It is disheartening to observe that, despite the clear legal framework affirming the financial independence of Local Governments, some of our emperor State Governors are utilizing their influence to undermine this…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Vice Admiral Ibokete Ibas (retd.) to oversee the administration of Rivers State following the declaration of a state of emergency in the state. Tinubu made the announcement on Tuesday during a nationwide broadcast addressing the ongoing political crisis in Rivers. The declaration follows the six-month suspension of Governor Simi Fubara, his deputy, and members of the State House of Assembly. “In the meantime, I hereby nominate Vice Admiral Ibokete Ibas (retd.) as administrator to take charge of the affairs of the state in the interest of the good people of Rivers State,” Tinubu stated.…
A High Court in Lafia, presided over by Justice Simon Aboki, has commenced hearing in the murder trial of 32-year-old singer Oluwatimilehin Daniel Ajayi, who is accused of killing and dismembering a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Salome Adaidu. Ajayi, who was escorted to the courtroom under heavy security from the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS), pleaded not guilty to the charges. The Nasarawa State Government, represented by Attorney General Hauwa Samuel Jugbo, has officially taken over the prosecution from the police. During the proceedings, prosecution counsel Raymond Umar requested an amendment to the defendant’s name, changing it from Timilehin…
The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, has stated that Russia cannot be trusted, despite discussions surrounding a proposed 30-day ceasefire to end the war in Ukraine. Speaking at a news conference in Brussels on Monday, Kallas emphasized that no negotiations are currently taking place because Russia has not engaged in talks. “The understanding around the table is that Russia can’t really be trusted,” Kallas said. “They will seize this opportunity to present all kinds of demands.” When asked about the EU’s role in ongoing negotiations, she added, “There’s no negotiation table yet because Russia is not coming to…
The Rivers State House of Assembly on Monday issued a notice of alleged gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. According to Channels TV, the lawmakers asserted that their action was in accordance with constitutional provisions. “In compliance with Section 188 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), and other extant laws, we, the undersigned members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, hereby forward to you a Notice of Gross Misconduct by the Deputy Governor of Rivers State in the performance of the functions of her office,” the notice read.…
The body of Yuda Garba, the village head of Dagachi Hamlet, who was kidnapped on March 11, has been discovered in a bush near Takula, within the Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. According to intelligence sources, villagers found the remains in the Nomadic Forest near Kuyeri, a location on the border between Kaduna State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Security personnel and community members quickly responded to the scene, where relatives confirmed the body as that of the kidnapped village head. Efforts to locate and rescue other victims abducted during the same incident are ongoing, with security…
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has cautioned two new-generation commercial banks against opening unauthorized accounts for purported acting local government chairmen to access monthly allocations from the Federation Account. The caretaker committee chairman of the party in the state, Anthony Aziegbemi, issued the warning on Monday during a press conference in Benin City, titled “Ongoing Constitutional Crisis, Chaos in Edo State Local Government Areas.” Aziegbemi alleged that the banks were colluding with the state government to alter official accounts and signatures of the democratically elected council chairmen. “The Supreme Court judgment mandates that funds must…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth League has stated that while Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has the right to express her grievances, her approach was disruptive to the peace and sanctity of the Nigerian Senate. The league described her actions as an “unnecessary affront” that was harmful to the Senate as an institution. The National President of the league, Olamide Lawal, made this assertion while addressing journalists over the weekend. Face-off with Akpabio InfoStride News reports that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District, clashed with Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary over a new seating arrangement and accused him…
The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended two suspects for alleged robbery in the Amukoko area of the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest to journalists on Sunday in Lagos, stating that the suspects were nabbed following intelligence reports on their criminal activities. “On March 12, at about 4:00 p.m., the police received information that a group of hoodlums regularly rob passersby of their valuables in the early hours along Alaba-Oro, Amukoko, before retreating to their hideout. “Acting on the tip-off, officers launched surveillance operations and successfully tracked their hideout in the Olufiditi area…
Pope Francis has admitted to feeling fragile and facing a period of trial as he continues treatment for pneumonia at the hospital. In a heartfelt message to the faithful on Sunday, the 88-year-old pontiff expressed gratitude for prayers and solidarity. “I am sharing these thoughts with you while I am facing a period of trial, and I join with so many brothers and sisters who are sick: fragile, at this time, like me,” Pope Francis said in a message published by the Vatican. “Our bodies are weak but, even like this, nothing can prevent us from loving, praying, giving ourselves,…