The Conference of Professionals in the Peoples Democratic Party (CP-PDP) has cautioned the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), against accessing statutory allocations or any other funds meant for the state. The group issued the warning in a statement released to the media on Friday following its strategy meeting in Abuja. In the statement, signed by Barr. Obinna Nwachukwu, Protem National Coordinator of CP-PDP, the group emphasized that the Nigerian Constitution does not grant Ibas the authority to appropriate or disburse funds belonging to Rivers State. Citing Section 120 (3) and (4) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), CP-PDP…
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Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has denied claims of defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC), insisting he has no intention of joining the ruling party. Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, made this clarification in a post on X, distancing himself from any association with an APC gathering where his name was mentioned. He emphasized his commitment to issue-based politics, stating that he does not engage in toxic politics, blackmail, or political manipulation. “Let me make it unequivocally clear: I do not engage in toxic politics, blackmail, or any form of political manipulation. My name…
President Bola Tinubu has stated that his 73rd birthday has further motivated him to intensify efforts toward achieving his administration’s objectives for Nigeria. The president made this remark on Friday after attending Jumat prayers at the National Mosque in Abuja. Tinubu said he prayed for God’s protection and blessings, particularly during the Ramadan period, while also seeking peace, stability, and the courage to secure the nation. Addressing questions on how he plans to fulfill his administration’s development agenda, Tinubu emphasized his commitment to the Renewed Hope agenda, vowing to continue working hard to deliver on his promises. Reflecting on his…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has declared that his country will not recognize previously approved military aid from the United States as loans requiring repayment. Zelenskyy made this assertion on Friday while confirming that Kyiv had received a new draft minerals deal from the US. Speaking at a press conference, the Ukrainian leader reiterated that Ukraine is open to negotiations with any Russian representative except President Vladimir Putin. He also emphasized that Kyiv would not accept any agreement that threatens its integration with the European Union. Regarding the US proposal, Zelenskyy stated: “I would like to note that officially, and this…
The Kaduna State chapter of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has dismissed claims that former Governor Nasir El-Rufai is a registered member of the party. El-Rufai, a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), recently announced his exit from the ruling party, citing a divergence in political direction. Addressing journalists on Friday, SDP’s Assistant National Secretary for the Northwest Zone, Idris Inuwa, clarified that El-Rufai has not undergone the required registration process to become a member of the party. According to Inuwa, neither the Kaduna North Local Government Chapter nor the leadership of Unguwar Sarki ward has any record…
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in the state following the lynching and burning of seven individuals accused of kidnapping. The incident, which occurred in Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government Area, saw an irate mob take justice into their own hands, DAILY POST reports. In a statement, Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, Chairman of the Edo State PDP Caretaker Committee, condemned the extrajudicial killings, describing the security situation as dire. “With seven people burnt alive in a single day and over 100 others killed in recent…
Remo Land has taken a decisive step towards self-determination by submitting a memorandum to the National Assembly, formally requesting the creation of Remo State from the existing Ogun State. This move signifies a shift from the earlier proposal for a Remo-Ijebu State, which did not align with the aspirations of the Remo people, who seek a distinct identity free from ambiguity. Leading the push for statehood, the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remo Land, Oba Dr. Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, CFR, alongside key stakeholders, has presented a compelling case, citing Remo Land’s unique economic, cultural, and historical background. The proposal designates…
A Plateau State High Court has sentenced two individuals, Thomas Danboyi and Pam Lang, to death by hanging for their roles in the killing of Chung Bot. Delivering the judgment at the High Court in Jos on Wednesday, Plateau State Chief Judge, Justice David Gwong Mann, found the defendants guilty of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide in the case State vs. Thomas Danboyi & Pam Lang (Charge No. PLD/J112C/2010). Mann stated that the offences were punishable under the Penal Code Law of Northern Nigeria, 1963, which was applicable in Plateau State at the time of the crime. The prosecution team,…
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested a 38-year-old man, Iyayi Omokaro, for allegedly killing his elder brother, Friday Omokaro, during a dispute. The command’s spokesperson, Moses Joel Yamu, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Thursday, revealing that the incident occurred on March 25 in Uzalla Community. “On 25/03/2025 at about 15:30 hours, a report was received from a camp in Uzalla Community about the killing of one Friday Omokaro, 38 years old,” the statement read. Yamu disclosed that a team of Ahor Police operatives and vigilantes responded to the scene, recovered the victim, and took him…
Former governorship candidates of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) in the 2023 general elections have defected to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), pledging their commitment to the party’s vision ahead of the 2027 elections. The defectors include Emiyare Etete (Rivers), Elder Chris Agu (Enugu), Anthony Umeh (Anambra), Abdulkareem Mustapha (Kwara), and Capt. Ahmed Kaugama (Jigawa). Also among them is Adam Idris, a former PRP House of Representatives candidate for Kaduna North Federal Constituency. They were officially received at the SDP national secretariat in Abuja by the party’s National Chairman, Alhaji Shehu Gabam, who assured them of full integration into the…
The political crisis in Osun State has escalated as the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) continue to spar over the Court of Appeal ruling on local government elections. The APC has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of misrepresenting the verdict, urging him to acknowledge the reinstatement of its council chairmen and councillors. In a statement issued on Thursday by its Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, the APC asserted that the Attorney-General of the Federation had affirmed the legal authority of the reinstated officials. The party also accused Adeleke of obstructing local government administration and…
The UK government has released an updated list of unclaimed estates belonging to deceased individuals, including 58 Nigerians, whose assets now fall under the “Bona Vacantia” status. This legal term means “vacant goods,” and unless rightful heirs step forward, these estates will permanently become Crown property. According to the report, over 5,800 individuals from different nationalities have died in the UK with no known next of kin to claim their estates. Among them are Nigerians who left behind potentially valuable properties, savings, and other assets. These estates could provide much-needed financial relief to their rightful heirs, yet due to a…
Troops of Sector 7, Operation Safe Haven, have apprehended the suspects responsible for the murder of Reverend Father Sylvester Okechukwu, who was killed after being kidnapped in Tachira village, Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State. In a statement on Wednesday, Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, Media Information Officer for Operation Safe Haven, confirmed that the suspects were arrested on March 25, 2025, following a raid on the prime suspect’s hideout at a Ruga settlement in Warsa-Piti village, Lere LGA, Kaduna State. During a preliminary investigation, the prime suspect, 33-year-old Pate Yau, confessed that he was contracted by one Douglas Henry,…
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has suspended all political office holders and appointees across the state with immediate effect. The Chief of Staff to the Sole Administrator announced the decision in a statement on Wednesday, stating that the move aligns with the powers conferred upon Ibas by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Further details on the implications of the suspension and possible replacements were not disclosed.
Former Vice President and ex-Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has disclosed that his late political mentor, Shehu Musa Yar’Adua, instructed him to step down for the acclaimed winner of the 1993 presidential election, MKO Abiola. Atiku said Yar’Adua gave the directive during the Social Democratic Party (SDP) primaries, emphasizing that he had no choice but to comply. Speaking in an interview with Adesuwa Giwa-Osagie on Untold Stories, Atiku also revealed that SDP governors threatened to withdraw their support if Abiola chose him as running mate instead of Babagana Kingibe. “There have been some misinterpretations of what actually…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed a purported timetable for its nationwide congress, describing it as fake. In a statement on Tuesday, APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, clarified that the party has not issued any official timetable or schedule of activities for congresses. “The attention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been drawn to a purported timetable/schedule of activities in circulation for the party’s nationwide congresses,” Morka stated. He emphasized that the document did not originate from the party and urged members, officials, the media, and the public to disregard it. “The party has not issued any…
Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, has refuted claims that he has endorsed a candidate for the 2027 governorship election. Speaking through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs, Mr. Peter Ahemba, at a media briefing held at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) secretariat in Lafia, the governor described the reports as false and baseless. He emphasized that the decision on who will succeed him lies with the people of Nasarawa and urged the public to disregard any speculation about a government-backed candidate. Governor Sule also warned that any political appointee fueling such rumors was engaging in insubordination, adding…
The United States announced on Tuesday that it has reached an agreement with Russia on a sea ceasefire to ensure safe navigation and prevent the militarization of commercial vessels in the Black Sea. The development followed separate meetings between U.S., Russian, and Ukrainian officials held on Monday and Tuesday. Following the talks with Ukrainian officials on Tuesday, the White House released two readouts from its discussions with both Russia and Ukraine, formally confirming the agreement. The statement outlined the objectives of the ceasefire, including eliminating the use of force and ensuring commercial shipping remains free from military conflict. However, a…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched an investigation into a fatal train accident that claimed the life of an unidentified woman along the Gwagwa-Idu railway line. In a statement on Tuesday, the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed that the incident occurred on Monday, March 24, 2025. According to Adeh, the police responded to a distress call reporting an unconscious woman on the railway tracks behind Zeberced Company, Idu. Upon arrival, officers discovered a lifeless and disfigured female body, believed to have been struck by a train. The remains were immediately evacuated to Kubwa General Hospital, where…
The Federal High Court sitting in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, has convicted and sentenced Oguzie Chima Joseph, also known as Sergeant Flores Nguyen, to two years imprisonment for internet fraud. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the spokesperson of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Dele Oyewale, confirmed that Joseph was convicted by Justice Sergius Onah on two counts of cybercrime brought against him by the commission. According to Oyewale, the first count stated that Joseph, in 2024, fraudulently posed as a U.S. Army officer, Sergeant Flores Uguyeni, on Facebook to gain financial benefits, an offense contrary to Section…