Former lawmaker, Shehu Sani, has cautioned those criticizing President Bola Tinubu over the persistent insecurity in the country, particularly in the northern region. In a post on his verified Facebook page, Senator Shehu Sani expressed his concern about the hypocrisy of many people in the North who tolerated insecurity during the eight years of Buhari’s administration but are now vocal about it under Tinubu’s leadership. He stated, “It’s too early to forget how they shielded the past administration from criticism. At one time, all the Nation’s security, intelligence, and defence apparatuses were headed by Northerners.” Reflecting on his own experience,…
Author: Ifeanyi N.
Former spokesperson for the Atiku Abubakar Campaign Organisation and national chairmanship hopeful of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Showunmi, has criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and its presidential candidate, President Bola Tinubu, for alleged confusion and mismanagement after the last presidential election, which he claims they rigged to win. Speaking at the sidelines of the PDP’s end-of-the-year party in Ogun State on Saturday, Showunmi blamed the APC for the country’s current hardships, stating, “The APC have manipulated, and they are now confused. Everything is not working. Life is now really unbearable.” He highlighted the high cost of…
The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) has decorated 120 newly promoted officers at the Edo Command with various ranks as part of its nationwide promotion exercise. During the ceremony, the Comptroller of Correctional Service, Edo Command, Philomena Emehimola, urged the newly promoted officers to view their elevations as a call to greater responsibility. She emphasized the need for them to demonstrate diligence and commitment to justify their promotions. Emehimola stated, “Those of you who have been promoted, you must be ready to do more work, for the rewards for promotion is more work. You have been called to duty, and you…
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has successfully reunited seven children from Bauchi State with their parents, following the bust of an inter-state child abduction and trafficking syndicate by the Kano State Police Command. The children were handed over to their families on Friday in a heartfelt ceremony. The Police in Kano had been conducting a thorough investigation into reports of missing children, which led to the arrest of nine suspects involved in the syndicate. The syndicate, known for its involvement in inter-state trafficking, abduction, purchase, and sale of minors, operated across seven states, including Kano, Bauchi, Gombe, Lagos, Delta,…
Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the Governor of Ondo State, has pledged to maintain the accomplishments of his late predecessor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. Aiyedatiwa made this commitment during a candlelight procession organized by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ondo State chapter, to honor the late Akeredolu at the Government House in Akure on Friday night. In his remarks, Governor Aiyedatiwa hailed Akeredolu as a fearless legal luminary and a committed leader. He lauded Akeredolu’s dedication to justice and public service, which earned him the title “Senior Advocate of the Masses.” The governor expressed appreciation for the gesture of the NBA members, stating, “What you…
Timothy Osadolor, a member of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has stated that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is “technically” no longer a member of the party. Osadolor cautioned against giving credence to Wike’s statements, alleging that the minister engages in “double-speak” on various issues. In an interview with Trust TV, he remarked, “The truth is that Wike has technically left the PDP. When last did you see him in any PDP function?” The PDP Deputy National Youth leader went on to assert that Wike’s actions, including his purported…
The Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL) has demanded the resignation of Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, citing his alleged failure to address the rising security challenges in the state. The call for Governor Soludo’s resignation comes in the wake of a recent attack in the state that resulted in the death of two policemen, two civilians, and the abduction of several others. The incident, which occurred on Thursday night, involved an attack on the convoy of Chief Chris Uba, a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). COSEYL, in a statement issued by its President General,…
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the commencement of special operations by the police to tackle the prevailing security challenges in Plateau State. He made this known during a condolence visit to Governor Caleb Mutfwang in Jos on Friday. Egbetokun emphasized the commitment of the police force to ending the cycle of violence in Plateau State. He revealed that he had directed the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in charge of Zone 4 to relocate to Plateau State, underscoring the seriousness with which the police are addressing the situation. He urged communities not to collaborate with criminals but to…
The Nigerian Senate has announced a special plenary session scheduled for Saturday, December 30, 2023, to deliberate on and pass the 2024 Appropriation Bill. This decision comes in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s earlier presentation of the N27.5 trillion budget proposal to the National Assembly in November, with a call for swift approval before the year-end. The proposed budget outlines a targeted revenue of N18.324 trillion, with a deficit of N9.18 trillion to be covered through a combination of internal and external borrowings, as well as proceeds from privatisation. Previously, the Senate had planned to reconvene on Friday, December…
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has given the green light for the provision of a take-off site for the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Kwale, in Ndokwa West Local Government Area. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Lands, Surveys, and Urban Development, Emamusi Obiodeh, on Friday. The approved take-off site for the university is the location previously occupied by the Delta State School of Marine Technology in Kwale. Governor Oborevwori has allocated 15 hectares of land, along with all the existing facilities and infrastructure from the former marine technology school, which has since relocated to…
Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule signed two executive orders and one regulation law on Friday. The governor performed the function during an emergency meeting of the State Executive Council in Lafia. Speaking at the event, Sule said that the executive orders are for the adoption of the Framework for Responsible Investment in Land Intensive Agriculture, FRILIA, and the implementation of the Nasarawa Governance Result and Efficiency Mechanism, NGREM. According to the governor, the regulation law, on the other hand, was for strengthening the Nasarawa State Investment and Development Agency, NASIDA, Law 2020, to improve the framework for public-private partnerships, PPP,…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue has raised concerns over what it perceives as a growing state of anarchy under the leadership of Governor Hyacinth Alia. In a statement issued by the party’s spokesperson, Bemgba Iortyom, the PDP condemned the indefinite suspension of Kwande LGA Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Terdoo Kenti, and other members of his Executive Committee. According to Iortyom, the suspension of Mr. Kenti and his committee members is an aberration that highlights the disregard for democratic principles and the leadership incompetence of Governor Hyacinth Alia. The PDP spokesperson dismissed the suspension as inconsequential,…
Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, a former Presidential candidate and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Ghali Na’Abba, former Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, and former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State. He described their deaths as a significant loss to Nigeria’s politics and democracy. In a statement released by his media office in Abuja, Olawepo-Hashim praised the late Na’Abba and Akeredolu as political giants who had a profound impact on the country’s political landscape. He lauded Na’Abba as a patriot, selfless politician, and true democrat who stood against dictatorship and championed the…
The Nigeria Population Commission (NPC) has recorded a total of 424,302 births in Gombe State between January and November. Out of these births, 187,283 (44.13%) were girls, while 237,019 (55.86%) were boys. Mr. Adedeji Adeniyi, the head of NPC’s Civil Registration and Vital Statistics in Gombe State, disclosed these statistics on Friday in Gombe. He mentioned that the registrations were conducted across more than 100 registration centers in the state, covering children between the ages of 0 and 17 years. Adeniyi further detailed that 76,900 of the registered births were children below the age of one year, with 33,760 being…
Okechukwu Isiguzoro, a chieftain of the apex Igbo sociopolitical organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has expressed deep sadness over the passing of the late Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, describing him as an exceptional in-law who played a significant role in fostering harmonious relationships between Igbos and their Yoruba hosts in the state during his tenure. Akeredolu passed away on Wednesday in Germany after battling leukaemia and prostate cancer. In a statement signed by Isiguzoro, the factional Secretary-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, he conveyed condolences to Akeredolu’s wife, Chief Mrs. Betty Anyanwu Akeredolu, and emphasized the late governor’s exceptional qualities in promoting…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the promotion of 5,196 staff members across Nigeria. This disclosure was made in the commission’s daily bulletin issued by Mrs. Adenike Tadese, the Director of Publicity and Voter Education, in Abuja on Thursday. According to Tadese, the promotions resulted from the 2023 promotion examination and evaluation conducted by the commission, emphasizing its dedication to the welfare and professional development of its workforce. Breaking down the figures, Tadese explained that 55 deputy directors on Grade Level 16 were elevated to the rank of Director on Grade Level 17, while 54 assistant directors on…
Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has announced plans to establish a National Institute of Progressive Studies as part of the party’s new initiatives for 2024. This initiative aims to promote democratic principles within the party and across the nation. Ganduje revealed this during a meeting with State House Correspondents after visiting the APC National Working Committee (NWC) and President Bola Tinubu in Lagos on Thursday. He explained that the institute would play a crucial role in educating both party members and the general public about the essence of democracy, internal party democracy, the importance…
The Nigerian Army, on Thursday, decorated 47 senior officers with the rank of major general, urging them to redouble their efforts in addressing the country’s security challenges. The promotion of the officers was approved by the Army Council on December 21, with 47 brigadiers general elevated to the rank of major general, and 75 colonels promoted to brigadier general. The newly promoted major generals will be decorated at their respective units and formations. Speaking at the decoration ceremony, the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, commended the officers for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to national service. He…
The Muslim Media Watch Group of Nigeria (MMWG) has called for the appointment of a Muslim as the new deputy governor of Ondo State following Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s assumption of office as the substantive governor. In a statement jointly signed by its National Coordinator, Alhaji Ibrahim Abdullahi, and the Ondo State Coordinator, Alhaji Ali Abdul-Yekeen, the group advised Governor Aiyedatiwa to select a Muslim deputy governor from Ondo North Senatorial District, particularly Owo, the hometown of the late Rotimi Akeredolu. The group emphasized that this move would promote inclusivity, equality, justice, and fairness in governance. Citing past administrations in the state,…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced a three-day state mourning period in honor of the late Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum and former Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. Governor Makinde’s declaration came on Thursday following the announcement of Akeredolu’s passing on Wednesday. In addition to the mourning period, Governor Makinde ordered that all flags at public offices in Oyo State be flown at half-mast for the duration of the mourning period. This directive was conveyed in a statement issued by Sulaimon Olanrewaju, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, where he quoted Governor Makinde as saying, “Oyo…