The Ekiti State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Ebenezer Boluwade, has called upon the ministry’s staff to increase their efforts to ensure the fulfillment of the ministry’s objectives in the new year. Addressing the management and staff of the ministry in Ado-Ekiti during their first meeting in 2024, Boluwade emphasized a target of at least 70% work completion for the ministry in the year. He stressed the need for each department to align its work plan with the specified timeframe. The commissioner underscored the importance of timely completion of assignments, setting a deadline of 24 hours for most tasks,…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is set to elect a candidate today to represent the party in the forthcoming bye-election for the Ebonyi South Senatorial District scheduled for February 3, 2023. The vacancy arose following the resignation of Senator Dave Umahi, who stepped down from the Senate after his appointment as the Minister of Works by Bola Tinubu. The APC Committee from the National Secretariat has conducted the screening of Professor Anthony Okorie Ani, who is vying for the party’s ticket in the primary election. Out of the two aspirants who purchased forms for the primary, only Professor Ani completed…
As the race for the governorship election in Ondo State gains momentum, Sola Ebiseni, the Secretary-General of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has announced his intention to run for the state’s top position. Ebiseni emphasized that his deep understanding of the state and its people makes him the best candidate for the job. Ahead of the November 16, 2024, election, Ebiseni highlighted the significance of the upcoming polls for the state. He noted that all previous governors of Ondo State were influenced by the principles of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, an influential figure in Yoruba politics. Speaking with journalists, Ebiseni, a…
Two months following the governorship election in Kogi State, a war of words persists between the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Social Democratic Party (SDP), heightening political tension in the state. Concerns are raised about potential violence as the SDP plans to inspect election materials, leading to the relocation of the process to the INEC national headquarters in Abuja to prevent potential conflict. Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo of the APC emerged victorious in the keenly contested election and is set to be sworn in as the fifth civilian governor of the state later this month. His victory was…
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its governorship candidate in the November 11, 2023 election in Kogi State, Murtala Yakubu Ajaka, have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to disregard the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Kogi State government’s request to halt the inspection of materials used in the election. In response to the APC and Kogi State government’s appeal to cancel the inspection, SDP emphasized that such a request cannot supersede the court’s order mandating the inspection exercise. The party, through its Governorship Campaign Council Spokesperson, Faruk Adejoh-Audu, issued a statement in Abuja asserting that APC and…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has disclosed that it lacks sufficient evidence to support its charges of fraud, bribery, and conspiracy against the former Attorney-General of the Federation, Mohammed Bello Adoke. This revelation was made in response to a no-case submission filed by Adoke, who is the first defendant in the charges related to the OPL 245 transaction of 2011. In its statement to the FCT High Court, the EFCC informed that it would not oppose Adoke’s no-case application. Furthermore, the anti-graft agency indicated that it would not contest similar applications by the other defendants, including Aliyu Abubakar,…
The Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, has presented two cutting-edge unmanned water vessels to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The hi-tech vessels, known as the S2 and S3 Swift Sea Stalkers, were donated to the Nigerian Government by the Swift Ship Company in the USA. In a statement issued by the Director of Press, Information, and Public Relations, Henshaw Ogubike, the Minister emphasized that the unmanned vessels would significantly contribute to the fight against insecurity, particularly on Nigeria’s waterways and across the nation. During the presentation, Minister Matawalle highlighted the importance of these…
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of veteran Nollywood actor, Adedeji Aderemi, popularly known as Baba Olofana. In a condolence message released on Friday, Governor Adeleke described the actor’s death as devastating and painful, emphasizing that Baba Olofana had left an indelible mark in the movie industry. According to the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke acknowledged Baba Olofana’s significant contributions to the creative industry, stating that his demise represents a loss of one of the state’s greatest talents. Governor Adeleke extended his condolences to Baba Olofana’s immediate family, the people…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced the immediate suspension of the operations of the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), a community policing initiative and public relations tool within the Force Public Relations Department. This decision, communicated through a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumiyiwa Adejobi, is part of a strategic effort aimed at conducting a comprehensive review of the unit and repositioning it for increased efficiency and enhanced service delivery. According to the statement released on Thursday via the NPF’s official handle, the suspension is necessary to facilitate a holistic assessment of POCACOV and…
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has appealed to all aggrieved factions in the state to prioritize peace and unity to avoid division and promote development. Speaking at the Ogoni Day celebration in Bori Town, Khana Council, Governor Fubara, represented by his deputy, Ngozi Odu, emphasized the importance of maintaining peace for the overall progress of the state. Governor Fubara stated, “I, therefore, want to plead with everyone to put our hands together and allow peace to prevail across the state because without peace, there will be unnecessary division. We don’t need that now.” He highlighted the significance of unity,…
The Federal Government has announced an extension of the free rail services for commuters, extending the period from December 21, 2023, to January 7, 2024. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) made this disclosure on its official website, revising the earlier announced end date of January 4, 2024. According to the NRC, the extension means that commuters who book their train tickets using the NRC’s e-ticketing platform can continue to enjoy free train rides nationwide for the next three days. The announcement on the NRC website stated, “Dear Passengers, we are pleased to inform you that train services will be free…
President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of executive directors for the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), both agencies falling under the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. At the Nigerian Ports Authority, Ms. Vivian C. Richard Edet has been appointed as Executive Director of Finance and Administration, while Engr. Olalekan Badmus will serve as the Executive Director of Marine and Operations. Engr. Ibrahim Abba Umar has been appointed as the Executive Director of Engineering and Technical Services. For the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Mr. Jibril Abba has been…
Senator Magnus Abe has announced his return to the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Social Democratic Party (SDP), emphasizing that his defection will not create internal strife within the party. Abe’s decision to leave the SDP and rejoin the APC comes after a period of disagreement with the former Governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, which led to his departure from the APC. Despite his initial inability to secure the APC ticket, Abe later emerged as the gubernatorial candidate for the SDP in the 2023 elections. Speaking to journalists in Port Harcourt, Abe reiterated his message of unity and…
The State Working Committee (SWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ondo State chapter, has ratified Tola Alabere as the acting state chairman of the party. This decision was reached during an emergency meeting held at the party’s secretariat in Akure, the state capital, on Thursday. Alabere, who previously served as the party’s deputy chairman, assumed the role of acting state chairman following the purported suspension of Fatai Adams from the position earlier in the week. The appointment of Alabere comes amidst a leadership crisis within the state chapter of the party. The SWC, comprised of leaders of the party,…
The Nigerian Army (NA) has responded to a viral video circulating on social media, which depicts the arrest of fraudulent candidates involved in the ongoing 86 Regular Recruits Intake in Lagos State. The video shows the arrest of candidates attempting to manipulate the recruitment process to secure positions designated for Lagos State indigenes through fraudulent means. In a statement issued by Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, the NA affirmed its commitment to maintaining a transparent and credible recruitment process in line with its core values of integrity and fairness. Commitment to Transparency and Integrity The NA…
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has affirmed that the governors of the South-West zone will continue to collaborate to ensure the continuity of the Western Nigeria Security Network, popularly known as the Amotekun Corps. Aiyedatiwa made this commitment on Thursday following a five-kilometer walk from the Cathedral area to the Governor’s office in Akure by officers and men of the Amotekun Corps. The walk was joined by Amotekun commanders from the five South-West states of Ekiti, Oyo, Osun, Ogun, and Ondo to honor the late governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. Expressing appreciation for the corps’ efforts in safeguarding…
The Action Alliance (AA) has called on the Federal Government to fulfill its New Year promise of ensuring improved security for Nigerians and their property. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the National Chairman of AA, Mr. Kenneth Udeze, the party urged President Bola Tinubu to provide adequate security to protect Nigerians in line with the Nigerian Constitution, particularly in states like Plateau, Taraba, and others facing security challenges. Mr. Udeze emphasized that the security and welfare of Nigerians are the primary responsibilities of the government at all levels, stressing the need for concrete actions to address…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to halt the scheduled inspection of the November 11, 2023, Kogi gubernatorial election materials by the Social Democratic Party (SDP). In a statement released by Mr. Kingsley Fanwo, the Spokesperson/Director of Media and Publicity for the APC Campaign Council, the party also demanded the removal and disciplinary action against the Kogi INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Gabriel Longpet. The APC alleged that the REC had been heavily compromised by the SDP and its candidate, expressing dissatisfaction with INEC’s readiness to allow the SDP’s legal team to…
The Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed its lack of concern over the defection of some of its members to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement issued by the state PDP Publicity Secretary, Mr. Bemgba Iortyom, the party acknowledged the departure of two of its officials to the APC. These officials are Mr. Yandev Amaabai, a National Ex-officio, and Mr. Mbakorlumun Chia, the state Vice-Chairman for Benue North-West Senatorial District. According to Iortyom, both officials are scheduled to be formally received into the APC at a ceremony slated for January 4. The PDP…
Sadiya Umar-Farouq, the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development during the tenure of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has reportedly refused to honor an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) regarding an alleged N37.1 billion laundering case involving a contractor, James Okwete. According to earlier reports by the media, Umar-Farouq was expected to appear before EFCC interrogators at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday at 10:00 am. However, a source within the EFCC, speaking anonymously, confirmed that she did not appear for the scheduled interrogation. “We just closed from work now because she didn’t…