The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed a petition by the state government under Governor Ademola Adeleke, which accuses former Governor Gboyega Oyetola of mismanaging World Bank health funds allocated for the Save One Million Lives (SOML) programme. APC spokesperson Mogaji Olabisi made this statement at a press conference in Abuja on Sunday, following the Osun State government’s formal petition to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), requesting an investigation into Oyetola—now Minister of Blue Economy—over the alleged misappropriation of a $20 million World Bank grant. Olabisi refuted the allegations, insisting that the SOML…
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The Lagos Forum of Ogere Indigenes has emphasized that the growth and development of Ogere Remo can only be achieved through collective efforts. The forum made the call during a programme titled “An Evening with the Ologere of Ogere, Oba James Obafemi Saliu,” held on Saturday at the Ikeja Business Club, Lagos. The event was organized in collaboration with the Ologere-in-Council. Speaking at the gathering, Oba Saliu underscored the importance of individual participation in the town’s progress. “I believe 95%, if not 100%, of us here today are indigenes of Ogere Remo, so we need to tell ourselves the truth…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed allegations made against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central), attributing them to a dispute over a change in her seat within the Red Chamber. Akpabio, speaking at an event to commemorate International Women’s Day on Saturday, claimed that the lawmaker—who has since been suspended for six months—traumatized him and others with her accusations. He maintained his innocence, insisting that none of Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegations were true and that she had a history of making unverified claims. “It was only yesterday that I realized that what we are talking about only happened when there was…
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has ruled out any possibility of negotiations with the United States, dismissing recent claims by former U.S. President Donald Trump that he had sent a letter regarding nuclear talks. In his first public speech since Trump’s remarks, Khamenei also criticized France, Germany, and Britain for condemning Iran’s non-compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal, accusing them of hypocrisy and dishonesty. Speaking in Tehran on Saturday during a meeting with Iranian officials, Khamenei insisted that Iran would not succumb to U.S. pressure. “The insistence of some bullying governments on negotiations is not aimed at resolving issues…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has received a major political boost as hundreds of former Atiku Abubakar support groups from the 19 Northern states formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling party. The defection ceremony took place at the A-Class Event Centre in Abuja, where leaders of the coalition pledged their allegiance to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, described the mass defection as a “big catch” for the APC, stressing that the party welcomes all members equally and rewards hard work. APC National Chairman,…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that the people of the state will determine who succeeds him in 2027. Makinde made this known in a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju. The governor emphasized that residents of the state would decide their future by choosing his successor, ensuring continuity in governance. However, he noted that he would publicly announce his preferred candidate ahead of the election to guide the people in sustaining the state’s developmental progress. “So, in the midst of all these developments, many have been asking – we have…
About 10,000 members of the Labour Party (LP) in Kaduna State have defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), signaling a major shift in the state’s political landscape. Welcoming the new members in Kaduna on Saturday, ADC State Chairman Alhaji Tijjani Mustapha expressed excitement over their decision to join the party. “To our 10,000 decampees from the Labour Party, we welcome you with open arms to the ADC family. Your decision to join us is a testament to our shared vision for a better Kaduna State and Nigeria, and we are excited to have you on board,” Mustapha said. He…
The Ogun State Branch of the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) on Thursday hosted a delegation from the China Red Cross Society in a bid to enhance humanitarian collaboration and strengthen capacity-building efforts in the state. The Chinese delegation, led by Commissioner Siang Liangjie from Zhejiang Province, included Mr. Jack Wang and Miss Xiao May. They were received by the Ogun State Red Cross team, headed by Branch Chairman Dr. Ibrahim Jide Bello, alongside Vice Chairman Instructor Lookman Olatoye, Branch Secretary Mr. Ajayi Taye, Abeokuta Divisional Coordinator Pastor Gabriel Oyelami, and Branch Training Officer Instructor Adeniyi Akinmade. The visit followed…
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 69-year-old man and his 17-year-old accomplice for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition during a routine stop-and-search operation along the Asaba-Benin Expressway. The suspects were allegedly transporting the weapons to Kaduna when they were intercepted. According to counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, officers from the Dragon Patrol Team 02 stopped a navy blue Sharon Space Bus with registration number DKA 408 LM (Kaduna) near the National Open University in Onicha-Ugbo, Aniocha North Local Government Area. A search of the vehicle uncovered seven pump-action guns and 1,600 cartridges concealed beneath the back seat. The…
The State Working Committee (SWC) of the Labour Party in Imo State has unanimously passed a vote of no confidence on the State Chairman, Callistus Ihejiagwa, citing allegations of autocracy, financial recklessness, constitutional breaches, and betrayal of the party’s principles. In a statement issued on Friday, the SWC accused Ihejiagwa of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and acting as a stooge for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The committee also demanded his immediate resignation. The statement was signed by key SWC members, including the State Secretary, the three Zonal Chairmen/Deputy State Chairmen of Orlu, Okigwe, and Owerri Zones, the…
The Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has distanced itself from the purported recognition of former Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, as the leader of the party in the state. In a statement issued on Friday by the Delta APC Publicity Secretary, Valentine Onojeghuo, the party dismissed a claim by the National Publicity Secretary, Barr. Felix Morka, who had declared Omo-Agege as the party’s leader in the state. Onojeghuo described Morka’s statement as false, insensitive, and not reflective of the collective efforts of party stakeholders working to strengthen the APC in Delta. “Barr. Morka’s unilateral statement that…
The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Nonye Soludo, has dismissed allegations by opposition politicians that her husband, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, is arrogant and unwilling to accept other opinions. Speaking with journalists at the Anambra Governor’s Lodge in Amawbia, Mrs. Soludo refuted the claims, describing her husband as a jovial and approachable individual who enjoys good humor and is deeply committed to his family. According to her, Soludo’s perceived seriousness is often mistaken for arrogance, but in reality, he is simply focused and dedicated to his responsibilities. She recalled their time together at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he…
The body of Reverend Father Sylvester Okechukwu, who was abducted on March 4, has been discovered in Mafan, Atakar Community, Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State. According to intelligence sources, the 44-year-old Catholic priest was kidnapped from his residence at St. Mary Catholic Church, Tachira Atakar, around 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday. A joint security team conducting a search operation found his body at approximately 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, bearing signs of violence. His remains have since been transported to St. Louis Hospital, Zonkwa, for a post-mortem examination. Security forces have intensified efforts to track down those responsible for the…
President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Thursday, disclosed that he spent a night at the Dangote Cement factory in Obajana, Kogi State, during the wedding of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central. Akpabio made this revelation during plenary at the upper legislative chamber while lawmakers were debating the sexual harassment allegations leveled against him by Natasha. Addressing the Senate, Akpabio described Natasha’s husband as a close friend and brother, emphasizing that he stayed in Kogi for three days to attend the wedding ceremony. “Natasha is the wife of my very good friend and brother—or so I thought.…
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Thursday confirmed that Sudan has filed a case against the United Arab Emirates (UAE), accusing it of arming the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and violating the Genocide Convention in connection with attacks in West Darfur. In response, the UAE dismissed the allegations, stating it would seek an immediate dismissal of the case, which it claimed lacked any legal or factual basis. Sudan’s Allegations Against the UAE While the Sudanese foreign ministry has not yet commented, Sudanese officials have repeatedly accused the UAE of supporting the RSF, which has been locked in a…
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of engaging in an abuse of court process by allegedly undermining the appellate court’s ruling that reinstated elected APC local government council chairmen and councillors. In a statement on Thursday, APC’s Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, condemned Adeleke’s actions, claiming he has treated the Court of Appeal’s February 10, 2025, judgment with disdain. Adeleke Accused of Backing PDP Court Cases The party alleged that Governor Adeleke is behind lawsuits filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) local government officials, who were elected in…
A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s appointments, describing them as lopsided, particularly in the Northwest. He lamented that Zamfara State, a key contributor to Tinubu’s victory in the 2023 presidential election, has been sidelined in federal appointments. Speaking in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, during the inauguration of his political movement, the Wamban Shinkafi Democratic Front (WSDF), Shinkafi urged Tinubu to correct the imbalance and intensify efforts to address the lingering security crisis in Zamfara. Zamfara’s Role in Tinubu’s Victory Overlooked Shinkafi, who resigned as the National Secretary of…
The United States has halted intelligence-sharing with Ukraine, a move that could significantly impact Kyiv’s ability to target Russian forces, CIA Director John Ratcliffe announced on Wednesday. The decision underscores the Trump administration’s strategy of pressuring allies to engage in negotiations. U.S. Pushes Ukraine Toward Peace Talks This development follows President Donald Trump’s revelation on Tuesday that he had received a letter from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressing readiness to negotiate an end to the ongoing war with Russia. Ratcliffe, while addressing the intelligence-sharing pause, hinted that the situation might soon change. “I think on the military front and the…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has neutralized 16 suspected kidnappers and armed robbers while arresting 300 suspects for various criminal offenses within the last two months. FCT Police Commissioner Olatunji Disu disclosed this during a media briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, stating that the arrested suspects are currently undergoing profiling and screening. He assured that those found culpable would be charged to court. Breakdown of Arrests and Neutralizations According to Disu, the arrests and neutralizations were achieved through special operations and raids conducted by operatives across the territory. He provided a breakdown of the arrests: 59 suspects were…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has officially recognized the 27 members of the State House of Assembly led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule. For over a year and five months, Fubara had declared the seats of the Amaewhule-led lawmakers vacant following their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers were known loyalists of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Despite multiple legal battles and stakeholder interventions, the crisis remained unresolved until the Supreme Court, on Friday, reinstated the lawmakers. Lawmakers Demand Budget Re-Presentation During their first plenary session in…