In a compelling address during the Bauchi State University’s maiden convocation, former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru Jega, called on the Federal Government to undertake comprehensive restructuring before the year 2027. During his lecture titled ‘Safeguarding Nigeria’s Future: Prioritizing Citizen’s Welfare and Security Amidst Challenges,’ Jega emphasized that Nigeria risks being labeled a failed state if it fails to address the structural, systemic, and value orientation challenges currently facing the nation. “The profound challenges bedeviling Nigeria are structural, systemic, and related to value orientation,” Jega remarked, advocating for evidence-based constitutional reforms. He stressed the importance of…
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Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Anambra governor, Chukwuemeka Ezeife, stating that Nigeria has lost a significant asset. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser, Mr Oguwike Nwachuku, Governor Uzodimma lauded Ezeife as a “consistent voice for good governance and progressive politics.” Ezeife, fondly known as Okwadike of Igboukwu, served as the first democratically-elected Governor of Anambra between 1992 and 1993. His demise occurred at the age of 85 on Thursday at the National Hospital, Abuja. Governor Uzodimma expressed deep condolences, highlighting Ezeife’s commitment to serving both…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has expressed deep concern over the Supreme Court’s recent judgment referring the case of its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, back to the high court, viewing it as a deliberate ploy to prolong his incarceration. In a press release signed by the group’s Publicity Secretary, Mr Emma Powerful, IPOB called on the international community to take note of the situation. The group warned that if any breakdown of order occurs in Nigeria during this period, the responsibility should be placed on the Supreme Court justices. IPOB’s statement read, “For the Supreme Court to move the…
In a statement released on Saturday by his spokesperson, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, President Bola Tinubu praised his immediate predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari, as a man of unwavering integrity as the former president marked his 81st birthday. President Tinubu highlighted Buhari’s exceptional leadership qualities and accomplishments, citing his service to the nation both as Head of State and civilian president. Describing Buhari as an exemplary figure of sacrifice, devotion, patriotism, and loyalty to the national cause, President Tinubu stated, “President Buhari is from the rarest phylum of virtuous servant-leaders. He has devoted his life to the service of the nation, even earning…
In a clear stance against political discord, Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has declared his administration’s dedication to delivering its mandate rather than engaging in confrontations. Governor Fubara conveyed this commitment during the official commencement of a housing project comprising 20,000 units for low-income earners in Mbodo-Aluu, along the International Airport Road in Ikwerre Local Government Area on Friday. He emphasized a steadfast dedication to righteousness before both God and humanity, urging active citizen involvement in governance. Governor Fubara assured the public that his government’s primary objective is to safeguard and cater to the needs of the people. Governor…
Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, erstwhile National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP) and a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), alleges that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, disregarded his advice. Eze contends that natural law is taking its course against Wike, currently embroiled in a power struggle over the leadership of Rivers State with Governor Siminialayi Fubara. In a statement issued on Saturday, Eze suggests that retributive justice is at play, recalling Wike’s support for lawmakers in 2014 who ousted those loyal to the then-Governor Amaechi. Now, a similar…
In a pivotal moment for Adamawa State politics, the Court of Appeal is poised to announce its decision on Monday, December 18, concerning the appeal lodged by Senator Aishatu Ahmed Binani, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the state’s governorship race. Binani challenges the victory of Ahmadu Fintiri from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who currently holds the position of state governor. The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal, having previously heard the case and reserved judgment, is set to deliver the highly anticipated decision on Monday, as confirmed by sources in Adamawa. Binani had sought recourse from…
In a significant turn of events, Akinjide Kazeem Akinola, a former House of Representatives aspirant in Oyo State under the All Progressives Congress (APC), has asserted that the party’s failure to secure victories in certain 2023 elections can be attributed to a dearth of transparency and internal democratic processes. Akinola, who initially contested the House of Representatives primary in the Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, voiced this declaration during his rejoining of the APC on Friday. Recent history reveals that Akinola had previously defected from the APC and contested the House of Representatives election on the Accord platform in 2023. Addressing…
Governor Abdullahi Sule has leveled serious accusations against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nasarawa State, alleging a deliberate attempt to fuel unrest along religious and ethnic lines following a recent Court of Appeal judgment affirming the governor’s electoral victory. Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Public Affairs, Mr Peter Ahemba, expressed these concerns in a press conference held in Lafia yesterday, highlighting the PDP’s purported orchestration of a protest to discredit and blackmail the judiciary. Ahemba claimed that the PDP-backed “Coalition of Indigenous People of Nasarawa State” referred to certain citizens as “foreigners” during the protest, asserting that…
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has adamantly refuted claims of a crisis in the state, asserting its safety and suitability for investments. His remarks came during the flag-off ceremony for a 20,000-unit housing project in Ikwerre Local Government Area. “Fubara emphasized, “Rivers State is a haven for investment. What you hear on the radio or see on TV – ‘Rivers State is not safe; there is a crisis’ – is not the truth. Rivers State is safe and secure for anyone to come and invest. Your investment is safe in our hands.” Despite the governor’s assurance, political tensions have…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has appointed Fola Oyekunle, a former member of the State House of Assembly, as his Deputy Chief of Staff. The announcement was conveyed through a letter signed by the Chief of Staff, Segun Ogunwuyi, and made available to the media on Friday. Fola Oyekunle, who previously represented Ibadan North 1 Constituency in the ninth Assembly, brings his experience as the former chairman of the House Committee on Youth and Sport to his new role in the governor’s administration.
Against the backdrop of heightened political tensions in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has broken his silence, addressing the public in a video posted on his official X handle. Expressing gratitude to the people of Rivers State, Governor Fubara pledged to persist in safeguarding the interests of the state’s residents. He assured the public of his commitment to running an inclusive government that prioritizes justice and fairness for all. The governor’s statement follows a series of resignations from his cabinet, occurring amidst a reported face-off with his predecessor, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, Nyesom Wike. Additionally, 27 members of the…
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, officially returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Accord Party, discrediting rumors of a 2027 gubernatorial bid against Governor Seyi Makinde. At the party secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, Adelabu stressed his return was driven by a commitment to strengthen the party rather than personal ambitions, stating that his departure to the Accord Party in May 2022 was based on principle rather than dissatisfaction with the APC or its members. Addressing party faithful, Adelabu clarified, “I returned not because of a 2027 governorship ambition or to take over the party, but because I believe…
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has urged friends, family, and well-wishers to refrain from organizing birthday festivities, gifts, or advertisements to mark his upcoming 56th birthday on December 21st. Instead, the Governor has requested that those wishing to celebrate him contribute cash or materials to benefit less privileged children in the state. Governor Oyebanji specified that gifts and donations should be directed to the three Government Special Schools in the state’s senatorial districts: Government Special School for the Deaf in Ikoro-Ekiti, Government Special School for the Blind in Ikere-Ekiti, and Government Special School for the Mentally and Physically Challenged…
Tony Okocha, Chairman of the Rivers State Caretaker Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has hailed the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as the dean of politics in Nigeria. Okocha, speaking at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, emphasized Wike’s significant political influence, extending beyond Rivers State. Okocha urged Wike to consider joining the APC and play a pivotal role in the party’s efforts to gain control of the state. The APC Chairman accused Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, of orchestrating the demolition of the state House of Assembly complex to thwart the sitting of the…
In a bold assertion, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has cast doubt on the capacity of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, asserting that it cannot deliver sound judgments in the midst of the nation’s challenges. This comes in response to the recent Supreme Court ruling that denied the release of Nnamdi Kanu, overturning the Appeal Court’s earlier decision that acquitted Kanu of all terrorism charges in October 2022. IPOB’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful, expressed the group’s skepticism in a brief statement, stating, “The Supreme Court and its Justices have shown that they cannot dispense good judgment in the face of…
In response to the recent accidental bombing tragedy in Kaduna State, Islamic clerics from the Northern region, united under the Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria, held a crucial meeting with Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa. The accidental airstrikes by the Nigerian Army resulted in the loss of over 100 innocent lives and numerous injuries. During the meeting at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, assured the clerics led by Dr Bashir Aliyu Umar that the military had initiated actions to investigate the incident thoroughly. Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, the Director of Defence…
In a staunch declaration, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has dismissed Ohanaeze Ndigbo’s call for amnesty and renewed its demand for a UN-supervised Biafra Referendum. The group, led by spokesperson Emma Powerful, deems the plea from Ohanaeze President-General, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, to release Nnamdi Kanu as baseless and misguided. Powerful emphasized that IPOB, a self-determination agitation group, has not waged war against the Federal Government of Nigeria despite provocations. Rejecting any notion of criminality among its members, IPOB maintains its stance for the release of leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and underscores the need for a referendum to determine the fate…
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has called on President Bola Tinubu to refrain from assuming the position of Minister of Petroleum Resources, asserting that it contravenes Section 147 of the Constitution. Falana cautioned Tinubu against emulating the practices of former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Muhammadu Buhari. Speaking at the public presentation of the book “Dis Life No Balance: An Anthropology of Nigerian Diaspora Voices,” co-authored by Professors Farooq Kperogi and Moses Ochonu, and Dr Osmund Agbo in Abuja on Thursday, Falana emphasized the necessity for adherence to constitutional provisions. Falana argued that Tinubu’s appointment to the role lacked the required…
Abdulazeez Kola Abdulganiy, the Commissioner for Energy in Kwara State, has affirmed the state government’s dedication to revitalizing the energy sector by implementing the provisions of the Nigeria Electricity Act of 2023. This move aims to empower the state to independently generate, transmit, and distribute electricity, fostering socio-economic development. Speaking during a courtesy visit from the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) delegation in Ilorin, Abdulganiy emphasized the importance of efficiently managing electricity resources to propel growth within the state. The recently enacted Electricity Act, signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on June 9, 2023, empowers…