Tunji Akinosi, the member representing Ado-Odo Ota Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, has refuted allegations of assaulting a police officer during the 2023 Iganmode Day celebration in Ota, Ogun State. A viral video purportedly showing the altercation has sparked controversy, prompting Akinosi to defend his actions. In a statement released by his Media Aide, Joel Okeodebija, Akinosi clarified that the incident involved a clash with a Police officer, identified as M. Yusuf, allegedly attached to Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), representing Ogun West senatorial district. Akinosi asserted that the officer disrespected the Ogun State Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, which…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State is currently engaged in a confidential discussion with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, at the Defence Headquarters. The closed-door meeting, which commenced at approximately 1:19 pm on Tuesday, involves the governor and a delegation of state government officials. Sources indicate that the meeting’s agenda is likely linked to the persistent security challenges facing Benue State. The region has been grappling with a significant security crisis, resulting in the displacement of over two million Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) residing in various camps across the state, a consequence of attacks attributed to suspected…
A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Abayomi Nurain Mumuni, has cautioned against early political distractions aimed at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging politicians to focus on governance rather than premature 2027 presidential ambitions. In a statement released through his Media Aide, Rasheed Abubakar, Mumuni expressed concern over recent efforts by a group known as the Forum of 2023 APC Presidential Candidates, led by former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Ahmed Sani Yerima, to endorse President Tinubu for a second term in 2027. Mumuni emphasized that the President is currently dedicated to governing and fulfilling his promises to the…
In a closely watched election held in Abuja on Monday, the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has elected a new chairman, marking a shift in leadership. Yabagi Yusuf Sani, who served as both the National Chairman of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) and IPAC, will be stepping down, making way for Alhaji Yusuf Dantalle. The election, which witnessed a keen contest, unfolded between the incumbent, Yusuf Sani, and Dantalle. Ultimately, Dantalle secured victory with 10 votes, while Yusuf Sani garnered eight votes. Declaring the results, the electoral chairman, Dan Nwayanwu, officially announced Dantalle as the new chairman of IPAC and the…
The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny Echono, revealed on Monday that the board has disbursed a staggering sum of over N400 billion to tertiary institutions nationwide in the year 2023. Speaking during TETFund’s management retreat in Makurdi, Echono explained that this substantial amount encompassed both the backlog from previous years and the disbursement for the ongoing year. The disbursement occurred in two phases, with the initial phase taking place in 2023, approving an allocation of approximately N320 billion. Echono happily reported that institutions accessed even more than the approved amount, attributing the increase to streamlined…
In a firm declaration, the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Christopher Musa, affirmed that the Armed Forces of Nigeria will not provide protection to any military personnel found guilty of illicit drug abuse and trafficking. Gen Musa conveyed this commitment during his visit to the Chairman and CEO of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd), on Monday in Abuja. Commending the NDLEA for its remarkable achievements in combating drug abuse and trafficking, Gen Musa highlighted the positive impact this has had on altering Nigeria’s international perception. Nigerian Army Expressing unwavering support, Gen Musa…
In a proactive move to guarantee a smooth flow of traffic during the festive season, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced the deployment of its entire workforce, including Special Marshals, to the highways across the country. Deputy Corps Marshal Bisi Kazeem, in a statement released on Monday in Abuja, outlined the corps’ commitment to combating traffic gridlock and ensuring zero Road Traffic Crashes during the yuletide period. Kazeem stated that the personnel have been equipped with necessary logistics and operational materials, including radar guns to monitor speed violations. To enhance efficiency, 16 traffic control camps have been established…
In a recent address at the Nigerian Air Force Officers Mess’ Honorary Members Forum (HMF) 2023 Annual Lecture in Lagos, former Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola, expressed that President Bola Tinubu’s intervention is unwarranted in the ongoing political crises in Ondo and Rivers states. Fashola, over the weekend, emphasized that the constitution does not provide room for such presidential involvement. Despite mounting calls for the president to step in, Fashola highlighted that the Constitution distinctly delineates proper procedures and the roles of officials in handling such situations. Commending the “blue-blood Ondo indigenes” who advocated for law and constitutionality during their…
In a groundbreaking development, Governor Sim Fubara and former Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State have officially put an end to the longstanding political crisis that has gripped the state. Reports from InfoStride News confirm that a crucial agreement was brokered during a high-level meeting involving President Bola Tinubu and key stakeholders on Monday. The resulting document outlined several pivotal directives aimed at restoring political stability in Rivers State. Key points from the agreement include: 1. Immediate cessation of all impeachment proceedings against Governor Sim Fubara initiated by the Rivers State House of Assembly. 2. Withdrawal of all legal actions…
President Bola Tinubu has officially inaugurated the Board and Management team for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) at the State House in Abuja. Pius Akinyelure assumes the role of the new Non-Executive Board Chairman, leading a distinguished team to oversee the affairs of the company. Mallam Mele Kyari has retained his position as the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, ensuring continuity in leadership. The newly inaugurated team also includes Alhaji Umar Isa Ajiya, who takes on the role of Chief Financial Officer, and Ledum Mitee, serving as a Non-Executive Director. The additional members of the Board and…
In a commendable display of relentless efforts, the troops of the Joint Task Force North West Operation Hadarain Daji (OPHD) have successfully rescued 13 kidnapped victims from Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The operation, aimed at continuous clearance and offensive actions against criminal elements, also led to the arrest of 11 suspected logistics suppliers associated with a notorious terrorist kingpin in the state. A statement issued by Captain Ibrahim Yahaya, the spokesman for OPHD, outlined the details of the successful mission. “On December 17, 2023, the combined troops of OPHD conducted a search-and-rescue operation in the Gobirawan Chali…
Hashimu Dungurawa, the Chairman of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano State, has unequivocally rejected speculations suggesting a political deal with President Bola Tinubu to secure the state. The rumors surfaced following a meeting between NNPP leader Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. Dismissing the speculations as baseless, Dungurawa emphasized that the NNPP stands independently and does not rely on external alliances to maintain its mandate in Kano State. He clarified that Tinubu’s previous collaboration with Kwankwaso in 2015 was centered on the belief that Kwankwaso had the capacity to secure victory for the All…
A gathering of Rivers State elders and leaders, led by former governor Rufus Ada-George, expressed deep concern over the attempted impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the defection of 27 lawmakers from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The elders conveyed their disapproval in a communique issued after an emergency meeting on Sunday in Port Harcourt. The communique, signed by Ada-George, Chief Anabs Sara-Igbe, and 12 others, lamented the lack of response from Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, to letters seeking an audience regarding the escalating political crisis in the state. The elders…
In a bold move within the hallowed chambers of the Rivers State House of Assembly, 27 members, led by the factional Speaker Martins Amaewhule, officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on December 11, 2023. Amaewhule asserts that the defection adhered to constitutional provisions and was prompted by the internal divisions within the PDP. During the APC thanksgiving/dedication service at the Port Harcourt Polo Club, New GRA Port Harcourt, Amaewhule addressed party members, stating, “We defected inside the hallowed chamber in line with Section 109 of the 1999 Constitution as amended. We ensured…
Senator Orji Kalu, the former governor of Abia State, has conveyed warm felicitations to Former President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of his 81st birthday anniversary. In a statement released on Sunday in Abakaliki, Kalu praised the ex-president as a selfless and patriotic statesman driven by a fervor for nation-building. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Privatisation, Kalu acknowledged Buhari’s substantial contributions to the development of the country, citing his meritorious service in various capacities during both military and civilian regimes. He expressed admiration for Buhari’s humility and patriotism, highlighting the former president’s commendable track record. “On behalf of the…
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has called upon the residents of the state to set aside ethnic and religious disparities, emphasizing the importance of fostering unity and dedicating efforts to selfless service to God and humanity. The governor made this appeal during the dedication ceremony of the book titled “History of Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN),” held in Jos, the state capital. Published by COCIN and authored by various contributors, the book received accolades from Governor Mutfwang, who underscored the crucial role of history in the survival of any nation. He highlighted the book’s significance, stating that it…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has categorically refuted any intention to compromise the anticipated Supreme Court judgment concerning the Kano governorship election. In a statement issued on Sunday, Abdullahi Abbas, the Chairman of APC in Kano, addressed rumors circulated by the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and asserted the party’s commitment to the rule of law. Abbas clarified that the NNPP had allegedly spread rumors suggesting an outreach to President Bola Tinubu for intervention in favor of their candidate and a subsequent defection to the APC. Dismissing these claims, Abbas emphasized, “President Bola Tinubu is a democrat and strongly believes…
Workers of Kwara State-owned media, including The Herald Newspapers, Radio Kwara, Kwara TV, and the Arts and Culture sector, are set to embark on a two-day warning strike starting Tuesday and Wednesday this week. The decision comes in response to the perceived neglect by the state government in recognizing them and cultural workers as essential staff. The joint notice, issued in Ilorin, the state capital, and signed by leaders of various unions, cites the state government’s failure to fulfill their demand for the implementation of 100 per cent essential allowances. Among the aggrieved workers are members of the National Union…
In a strategic move to secure the governorship seat in the upcoming Edo 2024 election, the Labour Party (LP) has announced its repositioning efforts, highlighted by a comprehensive capacity building program. Mr Obiora Ifoh, the National Publicity Secretary of the party, conveyed this message during a statement in Abuja. The initiative, spearheaded in Edo, entails a rigorous training program for ward and local government executives. Mr Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the party, voiced his optimism about the Labour Party’s pivotal role in rescuing both the nation and Edo State from perceived governance challenges. “The intention of the programme…
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has urged the implementation of laws targeting unexplained wealth as a means of curbing criminal activities related to treasury looting in the country. This call was made during a two-day International Law Conference organized by Christopher University in Mowe, Ogun State. Spokesperson for the EFCC, Dele Oyewale, conveyed Olukoyede’s appeal in a statement. The conference, themed “Unexplained Wealth in the Global South: Examining the Asset Recovery and Return Trajectory,” served as a platform for discussing measures to combat financial crimes. Olukoyede highlighted that several countries, including the United…