Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso

In compliance with directives from the national leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Edo State Council of the union has picketed the State Secretariat of the Labour Party (LP). The national leadership of the NLC issued the order on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, to picket all State secretariats of the Labour Party nationwide, citing alleged financial impropriety and contempt of court by the National Chairman of the Party, Julius Abure. Picketing the state secretariat of the party on Thursday in Benin City, the union accused Abure of running the party like a personal business. Suleiman Abubakar, the State…

The Ekiti State Government has initiated the enforcement of the Prohibition of Cattle and Other Ruminants Grazing Law, 2016. Retired Brigadier General Ebenezer Ogundana, chairman of the Farmers/Herders Peace Committee in Ekiti State, made this announcement at a function on Wednesday. Ogundana reiterated the government’s commitment to punishing any offenders who violate the law, emphasizing that this enforcement is crucial to curbing insecurity and preventing damage to farmlands in the state. He warned that failure to resolve the issues between farmers and herders could lead to a food crisis for citizens. Similarly, the Ekiti State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food…

The Anioma nation has decided to cancel the annual Anioma Cultural Festival for 2024 as a mark of respect for the departed Anioma monarchs, the Asagba of Asaba, Obi (Prof.) Chike Edozien, and Omu Martha Dunkwu. The president of the Organisation For the Advancement of Anioma Culture (OFAAC), Mr. Kester Ifeadi, announced this decision on Wednesday. Mr. Ifeadi explained that the cancellation is a gesture of respect for the late monarchs who played significant roles in uniting the nine local government areas of Delta North by hosting the annual cultural festival. He emphasized, “At this period when the burial rites…

The Jigawa State Government has clarified the delay in the commencement of its Ramadan feeding program, attributing it to necessary procurement processes and ensuring compliance with due processes. Commissioner of Special Duties Auwal D. Sankara made this known in a statement issued to the media. The Jigawa State Executive Council had previously approved over N1 billion for feeding at least 300 people in each of the 609 Iftar feeding centers and 10 tertiary education institutions in the state during the Ramadan period. In the statement, Commissioner Sankara apologized for the delay and announced that the feeding program would commence on…

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to immortalize the military personnel who lost their lives in the recent attack in Okuoma Community, Delta State. The President assured that the fallen heroes would receive a befitting burial and national honors, acknowledging their ultimate sacrifice for the nation. The President expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased and emphasized that their sacrifices would never be forgotten. He condemned the brutal manner in which the officers were killed while responding to distress calls. “We salute all our men and women in uniform, and we sympathize with them. I will soon make further…

The political atmosphere in Osun State has been charged with allegations and counter-allegations between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The APC has accused the state governor, Ademola Adeleke, of awarding multibillion naira infrastructural projects to his family members and close associates, including his elder brother, Dr. Deji Adeleke, his son, David Adeleke (popularly known as ‘Davido’), and the Deputy Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Akinyode Abidemi Oyewusi. In a press conference held in Osogbo, the APC Chairman in the state, Tajudeen Lawal, criticized Governor Adeleke for allegedly running the affairs of…

The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has called on President Bola Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), in the best interest of the South-East region. The appeal follows the denial of Kanu’s bail application by a Federal High Court in Abuja, sparking concerns about the region’s economic prosperity and security. Most Reverend Lucius Ugorji, President of the CBCN, made the appeal during the episcopal ordination of the Auxiliary Bishop of Orlu Diocese in Imo State. Ugorji emphasized that Kanu’s release would pave the way for economic growth and security in…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Political Commission has launched scathing criticism against Labour Party (LP) National Chairman, Julius Abure, labeling him a “drowning wannabe politrickster.” In a statement signed by Comrade Titus Amba, Chairperson, NLC Political Commission, and Comrade Chris Uyot, Secretary, NLC Political Commission, the NLC accused Abure of losing the confidence of most critical stakeholders in the party. The NLC reiterated its stance that the Labour Party belongs to the NLC, emphasizing that Abure violated a court order regarding the ownership of the party. The statement highlighted the NLC’s duty to keep workers and Nigerians focused on Abure’s…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State has announced its candidates for the chairmanship and deputy chairmanship positions ahead of the 2024 Local Government Councils Election. The list, which emerged from a consensus process, was submitted to the Gombe State Independent Electoral Commission (GOSIEC) and endorsed by the APC Chairman, Nitte Amangal, and Secretary, Abubakar Umar S. Goro. The APC candidates have pledged to uphold Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s development agenda and are ready to lead their respective local government areas with vision and a commitment to progress. The list of candidates includes: Akko Local Government – Chairman: Hon.…

The Labour Party (LP) has accused the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) of unlawfully breaking and entering its national headquarters in Abuja, describing the incident as a criminal act. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifo, the LP alleged that the NLC’s “militant arm” broke into its headquarters and caused extensive damage to property. The LP condemned the action, calling it a misplacement of priorities and an act done in bad faith. The party specifically criticized NLC President Joe Ajaero, accusing him of greed and inordinate ambition, which they claim has led him to lose discretion and…

The recent crisis that engulfed the election of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Enugu State has been successfully resolved, marking a new chapter for the organization. The turmoil arose during the election of new executive members at the Enugu State office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), nearly escalating into a violent confrontation. However, the situation was brought under control by a collaborative effort of security agencies, including the police and the Department of State Services (DSS). On Tuesday, at the IPAC secretariat in Enugu, the conflicting factions reconciled, culminating in the peaceful handover of office to the…

The Lagos State House of Assembly has passed a resolution to conduct a public hearing to address the issue of land grabbing and forceful occupation of properties in the state. The resolution was made following the adoption of a motion on matters of urgent public importance by Mr. Kazeem Olayinka (APC-Mushin II) during Tuesday’s plenary session. The state government had previously enacted a law to prohibit forceful entry, illegal occupation of landed properties, and other related violent and fraudulent conducts in the state. Olayinka emphasized the need for stronger enforcement of the existing laws against land grabbing. He proposed that…

Ola Olukoyede, the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has attributed the high rate of corruption in Nigeria to the neglect of cultural values. Ola made this assertion on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by Chief Biodun Ajiboye, the Executive Secretary of the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), in Abuja. The purpose of the visit was to discuss inter-agency collaborations aimed at reorienting Nigerians on the importance of reviving cultural values as a tool to combat and eradicate corruption in the country. In a statement issued by Mr. Caleb Nor, media aide to Ajiboye, Olukoyede…

The Delta State House of Assembly has urged the state governor to establish a commission of inquiry to investigate the crisis between Okuama in Ughelli South and Okoloba in Bomadi Local Government Area. The call was made following a motion raised during Tuesday’s plenary session under matters of urgent public importance by Festus Utuama, the member representing Ughelli South State Constituency. Utuama’s motion sought strong condemnation of the killing of 16 Nigerian Army officers and one civilian who were on a peace mission in the community. The lawmakers called on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to urgently prompt relevant security agencies to…

The Senate has given its approval for the Federal Capital Territory’s (FCT) 2024 Statutory Budget, amounting to N1.28 trillion. The budget received approval following the consideration of the harmonized report of the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on FCT during the plenary session on Tuesday. Chairman of the Committee on FCT, Senator Ibrahim Bomai, presented the report, stating that the FCT had initially proposed N1.15 trillion for the 2024 fiscal year. After deliberation, the committee recommended an increase to N1.28 trillion. The breakdown includes N140 billion for personnel costs, N373 billion for overhead costs, and N768 billion for capital…

An amalgamation of concerned groups in Bauchi State has strongly criticized Senate President, Senator Goodwill Akpabio, and demanded his resignation. The groups accuse him of trying to divert attention from the alleged N3.7 trillion padding of the 2024 budget by framing the issue as a North-South divide. The call for the Senate President’s resignation follows the suspension of Senator Abdul Ahmed Ningi, representing Bauchi Central Senatorial District, for his comments on the untraceable N3.7 trillion in the 2024 budget. Describing the suspension of Senator Ningi as “unlawful, hasty, and undemocratic,” the groups held a press conference at the secretariat of…

The Nigerian Army (NA) has disclosed the identities of soldiers who were brutally murdered by suspected militias in Delta State last week. InfoStride News reported that at least 17 soldiers from the 181 Amphibious Battalion of the NA, who were on a peaceful and mediatory mission in Okuama and Okoloba Communities in Ughelli South and Bomadi LGAs of Delta State, were killed by an armed gang in the communities. The incident has garnered attention from concerned Nigerians both at home and abroad. Following the incident, reports emerged that troops had invaded some communities in the area and launched a reprisal…

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has approved the appointment of Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) for government-owned hospitals in the state, along with members of the governing councils of state-owned institutions. The appointments were announced in a statement signed by Kazie Uko, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, on Monday. The appointed Chief Medical Directors are Kalu U. Kalu (Executive Secretary, Primary Healthcare), Chimezie Okwuonu (CMD, Specialist/Diagnostic Centre, Umuahia), Prof Ijeoma Nduka (CMD, ABSUTH), N.O.E. Kamanu (CMD, General Hospital, Aba), Odochi Azubuike (CEO, Health Management Board), Agbonma Ukaobasi (SSA, Ease of Doing Business), and Mrs Victoria Onwubiko (MD/CEO, ABSSAA). Additionally,…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has requested the House of Representatives to approve a N500 billion loan to finance the N1.147 trillion 2024 budget of the territory. Wike appeared before the House Committee on FCT on Monday to defend his budget proposal. During his presentation, the former Rivers State governor proposed borrowing N500 billion from commercial banks to finance capital projects. In response, a lawmaker from Niger State, Saidu Abdulahi, expressed concern over the planned borrowing, stating that obtaining the proposed N500 billion loan from commercial banks would incur higher costs. Abdulahi urged the minister…

The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has called on its members nationwide to abstain from violence and instead promote peace and unity within the country. Khalil Muhammad Bello, the National President of KACRAN, made this appeal in a statement released to journalists in Damaturu on Monday. Bello stated, “KACRAN, as an organization, is dedicated to harmony and progress. It strongly denounces any acts of vandalism and lawlessness, as such behavior threatens the nation’s fragile security and goes against our values as a civilized society.” He acknowledged the challenging times Nigeria is facing, especially regarding insecurity affecting various…