Following the Supreme Court’s affirmation of his second term election victory, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has taunted Ladi Adebutu, the appellant from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), urging him to prepare for another political battle against the ruling party in 2027. Abiodun made these remarks while speaking to journalists in his hometown of Iperu, shortly after returning from Abuja where the Supreme Court delivered its judgement on Friday. Adebutu, along with the PDP, had contested Abiodun’s victory at the election petition tribunal, challenging the outcome of the March 18, 2023, governorship election in Ogun State. Governor Abiodun emerged…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
Abdullahi Sule, the Governor of Nasarawa State, has affirmed that he has no intention of pursuing any political office following the completion of his second term as governor. Sule made this declaration in an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, where he discussed his recent victory at the Supreme Court. During the interview, he emphasized that his sole ambition was to serve as governor and that he had no plans for other political positions. “I came in only to be a governor. I did not come in to be a chairman, a senator, or a member of the House of…
Tony Okocha, the Chairman of the Caretaker Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, has called on the state governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to adhere to the constitutional requirement and conduct local government elections. Okocha made this call during a press briefing following a visit by members of the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) to the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) on Thursday. He emphasized that the tenure of the current Local Government Area (LGA) chairmen is nearing its end, stressing the need for timely elections. “The APC is prepared to contest the LGA elections,” Okocha stated, highlighting…
The Nomad Vigilante Group, a security outfit representing the Fulani community in Nasarawa State, has successfully rescued a kidnap victim. The group, led by State Commander Alhaji Akajo A. Gyara, carried out the operation on Sunday morning, freeing Bashir Mohammed from his captors. Mallam Suleiman Tasiu, the National Publicity Secretary of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, confirmed the rescue in a statement on Sunday. According to Tasiu, Bashir was abducted on Saturday night by unknown individuals near Gitata, Karu Local Government Area of the state. The Nomad Vigilante Group, inaugurated on January 17, 2024, by the Fulani sociocultural group Miyetti Allah…
Opaluwa Eleojo Simeon, a security expert specializing in Criminology and Security Studies, has called on the Federal Government to reinstate the practice of executing criminals by firing squad as a measure to address the increasing incidents of kidnapping across the country. In an interview with media personnel, Simeon emphasized the need for a more efficient Criminal Justice Administration system, citing its sluggishness as a factor that has emboldened criminal elements in Nigeria. “The utilitarian theory of crime should be activated because it has a uniquely potent deterrent effect on criminals and potentially violent offenders for whom the threat of imprisonment…
The Bishop of Remo Diocese, Anglican Communion, Olusina Fape, has cautioned Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State to seek divine guidance for a worthy successor as he approaches the end of his second term in office. Bishop Fape delivered this message during a Thanksgiving Service held at the St. James’ Anglican Church, Iperu, Ikenne Local Government Area of the state, to celebrate Governor Abiodun’s recent victory at the Supreme Court. In his sermon, the bishop urged the governor not to become complacent following his legal triumph. He encouraged Abiodun to stay focused and continue serving the people diligently during his…
Former Presidential spokesman Femi Adesina has revealed how President Muhammadu Buhari debunked claims by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), that he was replaced by a clone named ‘Jubril of Sudan.’ In his book titled ‘Working with Buhari: Reflections Of A Special Adviser, Media And Publicity (2015 – 2023)’, Adesina detailed an incident that occurred upon Buhari’s return from a medical trip to London in 2019. Kanu had alleged that the President had died and been replaced by an imposter during his absence. Adesina recounted that upon Buhari’s return, he personally greeted everyone at the airport,…
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has granted authorization to area councils in the nation’s capital to demolish uncompleted structures. The decision was announced during a town hall meeting with stakeholders in the Gwagwalada area council on Friday. Wike emphasized that the demolition of uncompleted structures would aid in eliminating hideouts and safe havens used by criminals. He urged the chairman of the council to present the necessary letter for approval by Monday (January 22, 2024), emphasizing the urgency of the matter. During the meeting, Wike also highlighted recent efforts to combat rising insecurity in the…
The Supreme Court has delivered a decisive victory for Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by dismissing the petitions filed by the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its governorship candidate, Kenneth Gbagi, as well as the Labour Party (LP) and its candidate, Ken Pela. In a unanimous judgment, the apex court dismissed all grounds and allegations against the March 18 gubernatorial election last year, affirming the validity of Governor Oborevwori’s victory. Justice Mohammed Garba Lawal, delivering the lead judgment, described the claim that Governor Oborevwori was not qualified for the election as “laughable” due to lack of evidence supporting the allegations.…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated that there will be no automatic ticket for Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State ahead of the November 16, 2024, governorship poll in the state. APC’s national spokesman, Felix Morka, made this declaration during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today program on Thursday. He emphasized that the APC is a democratic party, and anyone seeking nomination must earn it. Responding to a question about whether Aiyedatiwa would be given the right of first refusal ahead of the party’s primary for the November poll, Morka stated, “We are a democratic party; we don’t…
The Supreme Court has put an end to the legal battle over the Ogun State governorship election by dismissing the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate, Oladipupo Adebutu. In a unanimous decision, the court rejected the appeal brought by the PDP and Adebutu, ruling that it lacked merit. Justice Tijani Abubakar, delivering the lead judgment, dismissed the petition. The court also refused the plea by Adebutu and the PDP to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct fresh elections in 99 polling units where they claimed elections were canceled. The Supreme Court…
The Supreme Court has upheld the election of Nasir Idris of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the Governor of Kebbi State, dismissing the appeal filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Aminu Bande. In a unanimous decision, the court, led by Justice Uwani Musa Aba-Aji, dismissed all issues raised by the PDP and Bande against Idris’s election. The court held that the allegations of forgery of testimonial against the deputy governor, Abubakar Tafida, were not proven as required by law. The Supreme Court also ruled that the issues of non-compliance with the Electoral Act in the…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the upgrade of its electronic auction (e-auction) platform as part of its ongoing efforts to improve service delivery. This upgrade is aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in the auction processes of the service. Abdullahi Maiwada, the National Public Relations Officer of the NCS, made this announcement in a statement released on Friday in Abuja. The upgrade follows the earlier disclosure by Comptroller of Customs Adewale Adeniyi on January 10, 2024, regarding the service’s plans to revamp the platform. According to Adeniyi, the revamped platform is designed to strengthen the NCS’s operations, safeguard…
Mr. Danladi Jatau, the Speaker of Nasarawa State House of Assembly, has called on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other stakeholders to rally behind Governor Abdullahi Sule to fulfill the aspirations of the people. The Speaker made this appeal in response to the Supreme Court’s judgement in Abuja on Friday, which upheld the victory of Governor Sule of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state’s gubernatorial election. The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal filed by Mr. David Ombugadu, the PDP governorship candidate, citing lack of merit in the case. Describing the court’s decision as a triumph for the…
The Taraba State Special Taskforce Committee has intercepted a shipment of illicit goods, seizing 50 bags of iron monazite and 38 logs of Goska wood with an estimated value of N10 million. The interception took place at a military checkpoint in Malum village, Ardo Kola Local Government Council of the state. The truck driver, Shuaibu Abdullahi, from Plateau State, disclosed that the cargo originated from Serti-Baruwa in Gashaka Local Government Council and was en route to Lagos. He confessed that he received the items from a certain Hamza Isa in Serti-Baruwa, who tasked him with transporting them to Lagos for…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that all registered political parties are eligible to participate in the upcoming rerun elections in Plateau Northern Senatorial Zone of Plateau State. The Commission also revealed plans to recruit and deploy over 11,000 ad-hoc personnel for the exercise. Dr. Oliver Agundu, the Resident Electoral Commissioner in the State, made this known while briefing journalists in Jos, the State Capital, regarding the upcoming rerun election in Plateau Northern Senatorial zone of the state. Agundu stated, “The purpose of this meeting is to officially inform all of you about the Court-Offered Rerun Senatorial Election…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has strongly criticized Governor Ademola Adeleke for nullifying the selection process that led to the emergence of Oba Adegboyega Famodun as the Owa of Igbajo. APC party has described the governor’s action as an abuse of executive power and a violation of the separation of powers enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution. In a statement released by Tajudeen Lawal, the Osun APC expressed its dismay at Governor Adeleke’s Executive Order issued on November 27, 2022, which directed Oba Famodun and two other traditional rulers appointed by former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola to step aside…
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) sitting at Maitama, Abuja, has modified the bail conditions granted to the immediate past Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. In November, the court had granted Emefiele bail in the sum of N300 million with two sureties in like sum. Each surety was required to possess landed property worth N300 million within the court’s jurisdiction, with a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) to be deposited with the court registrar for verification. Emefiele was also ordered to deposit his travel documents with the court and remain in…
The Upper Shari’a Court in Bauchi has reissued an arrest warrant for Chief Imam Idris Abdul’azeez Dutsen Tanshi after he failed to appear in court on January 17, 2023. Presiding Judge Malam Hussaini A. Turaki rejected the defense counsel’s suggestion to consider the Court of Appeal’s order in Jos. Abdul’aziz is facing trial over alleged incitement of public disturbance of peace and blasphemy following a petition against him to the police. During a Ramadan Tafsir session, it was alleged that the Imam made blasphemous remarks against Prophet Muhammad (Peace be Upon Him) and some notable Dariqa clerics. Despite the earlier…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) have urged the Supreme Court to disregard the appeal brought before it by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate, Mohammed Ashiru Isa. Both INEC and APC, in separate preliminary objections, asserted that the appeal by the PDP and Isa lacks competence and should not be considered for adjudication. During Thursday’s proceedings, the respondents highlighted the findings of the Kaduna State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal and the Court of Appeal, which stated that the petition was not filed in accordance with the provisions of the Electoral…