Speaking at the State House on Saturday, the wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu, shared her optimism about the coming year, stating that 2024 would be a glorious year for Nigerians. She conveyed this message during her Christmas address following a festive celebration she organized for the children of the Nana Berry Orphanage in Abuja. In her remarks, the First Lady urged parents to inspire hope in their children, emphasizing the need to focus on transforming the lives of the young generation. She stressed the importance of avoiding discussions about poverty in front of children, encouraging the affluent to support…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to conduct re-runs and by-elections in nine states of the federation on Saturday, February 3, 2024. These elections will fill vacancies declared by presiding officers of the National Assembly and state houses of assembly. Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of Information and Voter Education Committee, stated that the commission has approved the timetable and schedule of activities for these elections. The vacancies occurred across two senatorial districts, four federal constituencies, and three state constituencies, spanning nine states. Olumekun explained, “The Commission is conducting re-run elections stemming from the 2023…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command, has decorated 746 newly promoted officers in a ceremony held at the command’s headquarters in Osogbo. In a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, Adeleke Kehinde, and obtained by the media on Saturday, the Commandant of NSCDC Osun State, Agboola Sunday, described the promotion as a recognition of excellence, dedication, hard work, loyalty, and discipline. Commandant Agboola urged the newly promoted officers to consider their promotion as a milestone in their careers and to continue to uphold the values of the NSCDC. He commended the Minister of Interior, Dr.…
Katsina State has taken a significant step in addressing violence against persons with the establishment of specialized courts following the enactment of the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act and the Child Protection Law. The move is aimed at expediting the resolution of cases related to violence. The Chief Judge of Katsina State, Justice Musa Danladi Abubakar, announced the establishment of these specialized courts after Governor Dikko Umaru Radda ceremonially assented to both laws earlier on Friday. In his remarks, Justice Danladi commended Governor Radda’s leadership and commitment to human rights. He emphasized the importance of not only enacting strong…
During the 2023 Ngboejogu Nation Day Celebration held at the Central School Ngbo, Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Governor Francis Nwifuru reiterated his commitment to ending all communal clashes in the state. Represented by the Deputy Speaker of Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Mr. Chinedu Onah, Governor Nwifuru assured citizens that his administration would prioritize the security of lives and property in the state. The governor expressed satisfaction with the return of peace between the Ngbo community and their Agila neighbors in Benue State. He urged stakeholders from both sides to work together to maintain this peace. Highlighting…
The indigenes of Enugwu Nanka, located in the Nanka community of Orumba North Local Government Area in Anambra State, have reached out to Governor Chukwuma Soludo, seeking urgent intervention to address the escalating violence in their community. In a Save Our Soul (SOS) letter addressed to the governor and signed by Joe Omehaa, Chairman, and Peter Godson Oforkansi, Secretary, of the Enugwu Nanka village, the community highlighted a concerning trend of killings and attempted assassinations. The letter expressed the village’s distress over the growing division within Nanka, with powerful individuals allegedly silencing the majority for upholding the truth. The letter…
In a plenary sitting presided over by Speaker Olamide Oladiji, Acting Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State presented a budget proposal of N384.533 billion for the year 2024 to the State House of Assembly on Thursday evening. Titled the “Budget of Economic Resilience,” the proposal allocates N212.014 billion for capital expenditure and N172.518 billion for recurrent expenditure, with infrastructure receiving the largest share of N95.482 billion. Aiyedatiwa highlighted that the 2024 budget proposal surpasses the total projected budget outlay for the 2023 fiscal year, which stood at N275.979 billion. He noted that the budget for the outgoing fiscal year was…
Bisi Akande, a former Governor of Osun State and the first interim Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has underscored the differences between the APC and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), emphasizing their distinct backgrounds and approaches to governance. In an interview on Channels TV, Akande rejected the notion that the APC and PDP are similar, stating that they emerge from contrasting historical contexts. According to Akande, the PDP has its roots in military incursion into governance, with its original leaders comprising soldiers who reluctantly relinquished power or individuals with close ties to the military establishment. In contrast, Akande…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has refuted allegations made by the Nigeria Police Force regarding its involvement in the murder of Eze Joe Ochulor, the traditional ruler of Otulu Community in Amaumara Mbaise, Imo State. In a statement released on Thursday by IPOB’s spokesman, Emma Powerful, the group vehemently denied any connection to the monarch’s murder, labeling the police’s claims as “incoherent and disjointed.” According to Powerful, the Nigerian Police had alleged that suspected IPOB members were linked to the murder of Eze Joe Ochulor. The police further claimed that the assailants may have targeted the traditional ruler due…
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has made a prediction that Nigeria will break up in 2035 if the country fails to undergo restructuring under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement to journalists in Lagos on Friday, Primate Ayodele stated that the break up would occur naturally as citizens become increasingly dissatisfied with the status quo. He clarified that Biafra activist Nnamdi Kanu and Yoruba Nation agitator Sunday Igboho would not play direct roles in the country’s breakup. “We must be very watchful because Nigeria will break up in 2035, only God…
The Jigawa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to consider the advice offered by Sule Lamido, a former Governor of Jigawa State, for the unity and progress of the party. In a statement released on Friday, the Secretary of the Jigawa PDP, Isah Bello, emphasized the importance of listening to Lamido’s counsel, especially in light of recent developments within the party. The call comes after the PDP NWC criticized Lamido for his comments on the crisis in Rivers State. Responding to the NWC’s statement, the Jigawa PDP expressed dismay at…
The National Assembly caucus from Benue State, affiliated with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has launched scathing criticisms against Governor Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, accusing him of running the state like a personal fiefdom. The lawmakers raised their concerns during a press briefing in Abuja, urging President Ahmed Bola Tinubu to intervene and prevent further damage to the party’s prospects in the state. Senator Titus Zam, the leader of the caucus, highlighted Governor Alia’s autocratic tendencies, citing instances where the governor allegedly undermined the APC’s influence in the state. The lawmakers lamented that despite efforts to address the situation…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, has affirmed the Federal Government’s dedication to realizing Nigeria’s foreign policy goals. He made this statement in Abuja during a lecture at the 2023 annual ceremony organized by the Association of Retired Career Ambassadors of Nigeria. The lecture, titled “The Nigerian Foreign Policy Agenda Under the Tinubu Administration,” was chaired by Prof. Anthony Asiwaju, a renowned scholar in border studies. Addressing the audience, Minister Tuggar emphasized the importance of understanding foreign policy, describing it as the government’s chosen strategy to achieve its objectives in dealing with other nations. He highlighted the existence…
The Enugu State House of Assembly has unanimously passed the 2024 budget estimate, amounting to N521,561,386,000, into law. This landmark decision marks a significant milestone for the state’s fiscal planning. Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, Hon. Anthony Nwankwo, presented the flawless report following the budget estimate’s scrutiny. He urged the parliament to accept and enact it into law. Members of the House lauded Governor Peter Mbah for leading a notable shift in budgeting, with a substantial focus on capital expenditure. The budget allocates N414,334,120,000, representing over 79% of the total budget, to capital projects, signaling a commitment to…
In a solemn ceremony at the Mogadishu Cantonment Parade Ground in Abuja, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, expressed the sacrifice made by military personnel to secure the nation’s peace. During the 2023 COAS Christmas Carol, he highlighted the blood, limbs, and dedication of the armed forces in ensuring the safety of the nation. Lt-Gen Lagbaja, who has served in multiple theatres of operations, empathized with the soldiers and their families, acknowledging the hardship and separation they endure. He emphasized the vigilance of the military, stating that while they stay awake to guard the land, the nation can…
In a recent development, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for his government’s decision to reduce interstate transportation fares by 50%. This move, aimed at benefiting the masses during the festive season, has been welcomed by Obi as a positive step forward. In a statement posted on X, Obi expressed his support for the initiative but raised concerns about its long-term impact. While acknowledging the immediate relief it would bring to travelers during the Yuletide season, he emphasized the need for sustainable measures to address the persistently high transportation costs beyond the festive…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, delivered a speech at the 2023 end-of-year World Press Conference in Abuja, highlighting the achievements of the Tinubu Administration since assuming office on May 29, 2023. Here is the minister’s full speech: Economy: President Tinubu’s administration made a strategic move by removing fuel subsidy immediately after his swearing-in, demonstrating a commitment to fiscal responsibility and effective resource allocation. This decision aims to channel resources into critical sectors such as healthcare, education, infrastructure, humanitarian aid, security, and others, contributing to national development. The government acknowledges the challenges posed by this decision but…
The Federal Government has announced that the Port Harcourt Refining and Petrochemical Company in Rivers State has commenced operations, marking a significant milestone in the revitalization of Nigeria’s refining capacity. According to the government, the facility began operations on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, after the successful completion of the first phase of work at the plant. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, led members of the Refinery Steering Committee to inspect the facility and praised the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and Nigerians for achieving this feat. He further revealed that refined petroleum products would start…
After a six-hour legal battle at the Supreme Court in Abuja, a judgment has been reserved in the Kano State Governorship legal dispute involving the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC), represented by their governorship candidates Kabir Yusuf and Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, respectively. During the proceedings, Chief Wole Olanipekun SAN, representing the NNPP, urged the Supreme Court to set aside the decisions of the Appeal Court and the Tribunal. Chief Wole specifically argued whether the guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could justify nullifying an election won by a candidate with a margin…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reiterated its commitment to its members, stating that its interventions in the political developments in Rivers State are producing positive outcomes. Following an emergency meeting, the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) assured that the PDP remains united and strong in Rivers State and across the nation. Under the leadership of Acting Chairman Umar Iliya Damagum, the NWC reaffirmed its dedication to providing steadfast and effective leadership despite alleged attempts by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to weaken opposition parties and establish a one-party state in Nigeria. Debo Ologunagba, the National Publicity Secretary of the…