In a statement issued by Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Osun State, state governors and senior civil servants are called upon to provide maximum support to President Bola Tinubu in his efforts to revitalize Nigeria’s economy. Oyintiloye emphasized that the success of President Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ relies heavily on the collaboration of governors and top civil servants. He urged governors to utilize their monthly allocations for poverty alleviation and support the president’s initiatives aimed at fixing the economy. The APC chieftain highlighted that the impact of the president’s economic initiatives may not be fully realized…
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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), under the directive of the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, has introduced a 90-day window for the regularization of import duties on specific categories of vehicles. This initiative aims to streamline import processes and ensure compliance with customs regulations. According to a statement by the National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Chief Superintendent of Customs Abdullahi Maiwada, the initiative applies to vehicles imported into Nigeria where the requisite customs duty has not been fulfilled or vehicles detained due to undervaluation. Maiwada clarified that vehicles seized and condemned would…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has informed a Federal High Court in Abuja that the military forcefully removed some suspects allegedly involved in oil bunkering from police custody. This revelation was made by Counsel to the IGP, Idris Mohammed, before Justice James Omotosho during the arraignment of the alleged oil bunkerers. The initial charge filed by the IGP listed 19 alleged oil bunkerers for prosecution, including MT Harbor Spirit, Muhammad Malik Sidique, Joju Oil and Gas Ltd, and others. However, in an amended charge, the prosecution brought criminal charges against only MT Harbor Spirit, Muhammad Malik Sidique, and Joju Oil…
Former lawmaker and social critic, Senator Shehu Sani, has raised concerns over the alleged looting of a warehouse belonging to the National Emergency Management Agency of Nigeria (NEMA) by some residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Sani described the incident as a dangerous symptom of an impending revolution. The looting of the NEMA warehouse, amid the current economic hardship across the country, was reported by the media. Residents were said to have carted away foodstuffs and other items from the facility. In a statement on Sunday, Senator Sani expressed worry over the mass looting, warning that it could be…
The Catholic Bishop of Pankshin in Plateau State, Most Rev. Michael Gokum, has called on the Federal Government to urgently provide support to victims of the recent crisis in the state. The appeal was made during the launch of the 2024 Lenten Campaign at Christ the King Catholic Church, Dyis, in Pankshin Local Government Area of the state. Recent attacks by gunmen in communities in Mangu, Bokkos, and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas (LGAs) have resulted in numerous casualties and displacement of scores of people. Bishop Gokum expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis that has ensued in many communities in…
The Nigerian Army has announced the neutralization of a suspected member of the Eastern Security Network (ESN) in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. The operation took place after an intense gun battle in the Ihiteukwa area of Orsu on Saturday. According to Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, troops recovered one AK-47 Rifle loaded with 19 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, 2 empty magazines, and one FN Rifle loaded with 4 rounds of 7.62mm (NATO) ammunition from the scene. Describing the deceased as a “terrorist,” Nwachukwu stated that the operation successfully cleared the IPOB/ESN hideout. The…
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has called on President Bola Tinubu to arrest and prosecute Sunday Adeyemi, popularly known as Igboho, a Yoruba nation agitator. MACBAN cited the arrest and prosecution of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), as a precedent that should apply to Igboho. Baba Othman Ngelzarma, the National President of MACBAN, made the statement in response to Igboho’s recent remarks calling for the expulsion of Fulani herders from the Southwest. Igboho, who recently returned to Nigeria after two years of detention in Benin Republic, accused Fulani herders of…
In a recent statement, the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, clarified that he has not approved the tenure extension for any retiring Permanent Secretary in the state. The statement, signed by Adeleke’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, and obtained by the media on Saturday, addresses recent reports regarding the alleged elongation of tenure for some service personnel. Governor Adeleke affirmed his commitment to ongoing civil service reforms aimed at ensuring career progression and service satisfaction for all personnel. He highlighted that the reforms initiated by his administration have led to the right placement of top officials, resulting in the appointment of…
Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Igboho, a prominent figure in the Yoruba nation movement, has called on traditional rulers in the Southwest to join forces with him in combating criminality and banditry in the region. Igboho expressed his willingness to collaborate with traditional rulers to effectively address the issue of insecurity in the Southwest, which has led to conflicts between farmers and herders, resulting in loss of lives and property. In a statement he issued, Igboho emphasized the need for collective efforts to tackle insecurity, stating, “I welcome the idea, and assure them that I will do my best to…
Stakeholders and key sponsors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State have reiterated their demand for the immediate removal of the party chairman, Alphonsus Eba, and his executive committee (exco). Despite increasing calls for his ouster, the exco recently met and reaffirmed Eba as their ‘indisputable chairman.’ Former presidential aide Chief Okoi Obono-Obla also opposed Eba’s removal, insisting that the party’s constitution must be followed in any removal process. In an interview, Chief Higgins Peters, a former benefactor of Eba and a leading voice calling for his removal, criticized the Eba-led exco for its poor performance in…
The Akoko Progressive Movement (APM), a faction within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, has raised allegations against Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. They claim that the governor has been rewarding individuals who allegedly worked against the party’s interests during the 2023 general elections with appointments. According to the group, two individuals recently appointed as cabinet members by Governor Aiyedatiwa did not support the ambitions of President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 polls. The appointments have reportedly caused apprehension among party members in the state, with many feeling sidelined despite their efforts and support for the APC. In a…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointments of four Nigerian professionals to serve as Executive Directors of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). The appointees are expected to serve for a renewable term of four years. The appointed Executive Directors are as follows: Engineer Oluwagbenga E.A. Ajiboye – Executive Director, Transmission Service Provider. Engineer Nafisatu Asabe Ali – Executive Director, Independent System Operations. Ochije Ogini Chukwuka – Executive Director, Finance & Accounts. These appointments are aimed at enhancing the operations and efficiency of the TCN in its critical role in the nation’s power sector.
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has pledged his support for Olumide Akpata, the Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Edo State, to ensure his victory in the forthcoming gubernatorial election. Otti made this known in Umuahia after a meeting with members of the LP’s National Working Committee (NWC), Akpata, and other governorship aspirants from the Edo State primary elections. Expressing his confidence in Akpata’s candidacy, Otti emphasized the importance of reconciliation within the LP to secure success in the governorship poll. He highlighted the progress made in reconciling differences among party members post-election, stressing the significance of unity. In…
The crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Dekina, Kogi State, has been resolved following the submission of the final report by the five-man panel led by Usman Abuh, popularly known as Alapa. The committee submitted its report to the party stakeholders, headed by Chief John Odawn JP, the state’s pioneer party chairman. In their final resolution, the stakeholders endorsed the removal of Alhaji Ibrahim Husseini Ejini as the Divisional chairman, who was nominated to replace the late Sani Dr Hook. Ejini faced allegations of misappropriating funds meant for the completion of the party secretariat in Dekina, engaging in…
The Bayelsa Professional Forum (BPF) has expressed disappointment over Governor Duoye Diri’s recent comments regarding the role of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) during elections. In a statement issued by the Secretary of BPF, Philip Erepa, in Yenagoa on Wednesday, the forum described the governor’s remarks as unfortunate and lacking in understanding of the police’s responsibilities during elections. Erepa highlighted that Governor Diri, during a live youth program, suggested that the police had no responsibility during elections, which he viewed as a misrepresentation of the police’s crucial role in ensuring election security. Erepa also criticized Diri for making derogatory remarks…
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in Ondo State has called on security operatives to arrest and prosecute individuals found destroying its aspirants’ billboards across the state. Wasiu Sanusi, the Ondo State Publicity Secretary of NNPP, emphasized the urgent need to halt this trend to prevent it from escalating into a crisis. Sanusi revealed that a faceless group had been targeting the billboards of NNPP’s governorship aspirants to hinder the party’s chances of unseating the ruling party in the state. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled the off-cycle governorship elections in Ondo State for November 16, 2024. According…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State has reiterated its call for the Speaker of the State Assembly, Gabriel Dewan, to immediately swear in the 16 APC and Labour Party members who were declared winners by the Appeal Court. In a statement issued by the APC Assistant State Publicity Secretary, Nimzing Pyennap, the party urged the speaker to act without delay, stating that the appellate court had affirmed the members as the legitimate winners of the election. This call comes after the speaker had previously stated in January that he would not swear in the new members until the…
Shina Abiola Peller, the Oyo North senatorial candidate of the Accord Party in the 2023 general elections, has officially joined the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State. Peller’s defection to the PDP was announced on Thursday during an event held in his hometown of Iseyin. Peller, who previously represented the Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Iwajowa/Kajola federal constituency in the House of Representatives from 2019 to 2023, was warmly received into the PDP fold. The event was attended by state officials, including Governor Engineer Seyi Makinde, represented by his Deputy, Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal. Governor Makinde, speaking at the event, expressed confidence in the…
Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has expressed determination to lead the party to victory in Nigeria’s political landscape and deliver quality governance to the people. He made this assertion during a press briefing in Umuahia, Abia State, following a meeting with Governor Alex Otti and members of the LP’s National Working Committee (NWC). Abure stated, “We will not rest until we are able to take over government and provide the people quality leadership that will work for the country.” He emphasized the need for effective leadership to address Nigeria’s challenges, particularly in areas such as…
The Benue State Police Command has taken action to seal the state secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Makurdi, the state capital. This move comes as part of efforts to enforce a ban on political gatherings in the state due to security concerns. The police also halted a scheduled meeting of the Mr. Austin Agada-led Executives, which was planned to take place on Friday, March 1 and 3, 2024. The meeting, which was called by the APC executives with selected stakeholders and the newly appointed Federal Housing Authority (FHA) Executive Director, Housing, Finance, and Accounts, Dr. Matthias Byuan,…