Alhaji Ado Tambai, the Chairman of Dawakin Tofa Local Government, the council area of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has defected to the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Tambai, along with other APC local council chairmen, cited dissatisfaction with the party despite their loyalty to Ganduje. Upon receiving the former APC council chairmen, Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf stated that NNPP welcomes anyone wishing the state the best. He welcomed the defectors to the party and assured them that they would work together with other NNPP members as one family. “We are going…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed his sorrow over the passing of Herbert Wigwe, the founder of Access Holdings Plc, describing it as an unfortunate loss. Atiku praised Wigwe as a consummate banker, education promoter, and philanthropist in a post on his official social media handle. “In the words of one of Nigeria’s finest CEOs, Herbert Wigwe, ‘Today and always, let us remember that life is a precious gift – a chance to breathe, feel, love, experience, and connect. Let’s honor this gift by living with purpose, kindness, and gratitude, making every moment count. Let us number our days,'”…
Former senator Shehu Sani has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of Herbert Wigwe, the Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Holdings Plc, and five others in a helicopter crash. Sani conveyed his condolences in a statement posted on his official social media handle on Saturday. “The news of the death of Access Bank CEO Herbert Wigwe and five others in a helicopter crash is tragic, sad, and heartbreaking. A great loss. May their souls rest in peace,” he stated. According to the media, Wigwe, his wife, son, and others lost their lives in a helicopter crash in California,…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Edo State gubernatorial aspirants screening committee has cleared 12 individuals to vie for the party’s ticket. The ruling party has scheduled its primary elections for February 22. A statement signed by the National Organizing Secretary, Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, revealed that the screening exercise took place between Thursday and Friday. Those successfully cleared by the committee include Prince Clem Agba, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Lucky Imasuen, Anamero Sunday Dekeri, Pastor Osagie Andrew Ize-Iyamu, and Engr. Gideon Ikhine. Others are Col David Imuse (Rtd), Prof Oserheinmen Osunbor, Blessing Agbomhere, Danis Idahosa, and Ernest Afolabi Umakhihe. The statement added…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to suspend their proposed strike in the interest of the nation. Mr Pedro Obi, NANS National President, made the appeal at a news conference in Abeokuta on Saturday. NLC and TUC had issued a 14-day nationwide strike notice to the government on February 8 over the failure to implement the agreements reached on October 2, following the removal of the fuel subsidy. Obi acknowledged that the association empathizes with the pains Nigerians, especially the youth and the student community,…
The Accord Party (AP) has dissolved its National Working Committee (NWC) and elected a new leadership. Addressing the National Executive Council (NEC) of the party in Abuja on Friday, the party’s immediate past National Chairman, Mohammad Lawal Nalado, who had served the party for over 20 years, announced the decision. Nalado expressed appreciation to the NEC members and his close allies during his tenure for the opportunity to serve the party. He acknowledged the support he received from those who worked with him, stating that he never encountered difficulties in fulfilling his duties. He pledged to continue supporting the party…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the National Assembly to launch an inquiry into President Bola Tinubu’s presidency following a leaked memo revealing the approval of N500 million as the first installment of a N1 billion fund for the inauguration of a 37-man Tripartite Committee on the New National Minimum Wage. The leaked memo purportedly originated from the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. In response, the PDP condemned the alleged approval of such a substantial amount for a routine government activity like committee inauguration, labeling it as “the height of profligacy, imprudence, and…
President Bola Tinubu has instructed Vice President Kashim Shettima to head a presidential delegation to the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. Stanley Nkwocha, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications, Office of the Vice-President, announced this in a statement. The Super Eagles will face hosts Côte d’Ivoire in a rematch at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan on Sunday, February 11. Nkwocha stated that the match will evoke memories of Nigeria’s 1-0 victory against the hosts in the group stage, secured through Captain William Troost-Ekong’s penalty. Tinubu believes Shettima’s presence…
The Nigerian Army has pledged to destroy an arrested vessel, Harbor Spirit, suspected of crude oil theft in accordance with established rules of engagement. The Army also announced that all arrested crew members onboard the vessel would be evacuated to Abuja for investigation by the Defense Intelligence. Brig. Gen. Ugochukwu Vitus Unachukwu, Commander of the Nigerian Army’s 63 Brigade, made this statement when members of the House of Representatives Committee on Crude Oil Theft visited and inspected two arrested vessels, MT Kali and Harbor Spirit, allegedly involved in stolen crude oil activities. Brig. Gen. Unachukwu emphasized that the federal government…
Mr. Aminu Jakada, the Jigawa Coordinator of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), has expressed concern about the low enrolment for the National Identification Number (NIN) in the state. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Dutse on Saturday, Jakada noted that only about 2.6 million people in the state have obtained the NIN so far. Jigawa, the eighth most populous state in Nigeria, has a population of over 7,499,100 people as of 2022, according to NAN. Jakada described the enrolment figure as too low and urged citizens and legal residents to obtain their NIN. “The problem…
Jalaludeen Zakari, a head teacher from Burra village in the Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for sexually assaulting one of his students. The verdict was delivered by Justice Nana Fatimah Jibrin, the Presiding Judge of Bauchi State High Court No. 11. Barrister Dayabu Ayuba, the Prosecuting Counsel, a State Counsel with the Ministry of Justice, revealed this in an interview with journalists in Bauchi on Saturday. During the trial, Ayuba presented three witnesses, including the victim, who testified before the court. According to him, the six-year-old girl was in the…
President Bola Tinubu has pledged that the Federal Government will continue to prioritize the needs of the Armed Forces to enable them to fulfill their constitutional roles without hindrance. Tinubu made the commitment during the trooping and presentation of colours to commemorate the diamond jubilee anniversary of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna State on Saturday. He emphasized that the Federal Government is aware of the sacrifices made by members of the Nigerian Armed Forces across the country, especially in the face of daunting challenges. Tinubu reiterated the government’s determination to escalate the fight against insecurity until every part…
The Edo State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Chief Odion Olaye, and a Benin chief, Osaro Idah, have been elected among the 17 National Delegates of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State. According to the media, they were elected by delegates who emerged at last Saturday’s ward congresses in the state. Olaye, the NLC chairman, and Idah, were elected by ward delegates in Oredo and Egor local government areas, respectively. Also elected were former senators who represented Edo North Senatorial District, Francis Alimikhena and Yisa Braimah. The ward and national delegates congresses were conducted ahead of…
Victor Osehobo, the Assistant Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, has refuted reports alleging that the Edo North Senator, Adams Oshiomhole, is imposing the preferred governorship aspirant of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the party’s primary election scheduled for February 17. Osehobo dismissed these reports as baseless and emphasized that Oshiomhole is committed to due process. Speaking in Benin, the Edo State capital, Osehobo stated that the allegations of Oshiomhole endorsing and imposing a preferred candidate are unfounded, especially considering that the direct primary process is yet to take place.…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Edo State has solicited the support of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) ahead of the September 21, 2024 governorship election in the state. Dr. Anugbum Onuoha, the State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), made this appeal during a familiarisation visit to Mrs. Ifeoma Ben-Ushie, the state NYSC Coordinator in Benin. Dr. Onuoha emphasized the critical role of NYSC as a stakeholder in Nigeria’s electoral process and highlighted the need for corps members in conducting the upcoming off-season election in September. He stressed the importance of ensuring that the election is free, fair, and…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory has expressed deep concern over the prevailing economic hardship and increasing security challenges across the country. In a statement, the Secretary-General of Northern CAN, Elder Sunday Oibe, lamented that the suffering in the country has become unbearable for ordinary Nigerians. Oibe highlighted the high cost of foodstuffs, transportation, goods, and services, which has made life difficult for many Nigerians. He also pointed out that the erratic power supply has led to the collapse of many small businesses. The continuous depreciation of the value of…
The Osun State Government has refuted claims of mass recruitment into the state’s civil service, clarifying that the ongoing sale of forms by the Osun State Civil Service Commission is a regular official procedure. In a statement released on Friday and signed by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, the state government emphasized that the information about mass recruitment was misconstrued, as the government had only approved the recruitment of 500 new teachers and 250 education officers. The statement cautioned the public and job seekers not to mistake the teacher recruitment for a general mass recruitment into…
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, disclosed on Friday that rampaging bandits terrorizing some parts of the state have threatened to attack him. The governor made this revelation during an expanded emergency security council meeting at the Government House. According to Governor Radda, the bandits’ threat is based on security reports. He stated in Hausa, “Based on security reports that we are receiving, I am among those that the bandits are thinking of attacking, but that doesn’t muddle me because God is with us, and he will protect us.” Despite the threat, the governor emphasized that his government remains undeterred…
The 16 sacked members of the Plateau State House of Assembly, representing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have taken their case to the Court of Appeal, seeking to overturn the earlier ruling that nullified their elections. The Court of Appeal had nullified the election of all PDP lawmakers in the State Assembly, citing the party’s lack of structure to sponsor candidates in the election. However, the sacked legislators assert that they are still members of the House, citing the Supreme Court’s judgment affirming the election of Governor Caleb Mutfwang, whose case was also nullified at the Court of Appeal. They…
The House of Representatives has called on the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, to establish a military formation in Oron Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State to address the high level of kidnapping and armed robbery in the Oron/Mbo/Okobo/Udung Uko/Urueoffong Oruko Federal Constituency. This decision was reached following a motion brought before the House by lawmaker Martins Esin, highlighting the need to enhance security in Oron and its environs. Esin emphasized that the porous national border in the area, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and providing a gateway to the Republic of Cameroon, has facilitated criminal…