Former Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, has accused his successor, Governor Hyacinth Alia, of downplaying the lingering security crisis in the state. Ortom’s criticism follows Alia’s recent claim that armed attacks on residents have ceased since he assumed office. The governor reportedly made the statement while addressing a congregation at NKST Church, Ikpayongo, in Gwer East Local Government Area on Sunday. In a statement issued on Monday by his media aide, Tever Akase, Ortom condemned Alia’s remarks, describing them as misleading. “While we may not bother with the theatrics of the Governor and his inclination towards obfuscation, we find…
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In a move to reduce the harmful effects of vehicle emissions on human health and the environment, the Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA) has finalized plans to commence vehicle emission control across the state. The Special Adviser to the Governor on OGEPA, Farouk Akintunde, disclosed this on Monday during a stakeholders’ meeting with the transportation sector in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. According to Akintunde, the emission test will begin on March 1, 2025, with designated centers set up across the state for testing all types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorbikes, buses, and tricycles. “This meeting is to inform you and…
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has described political rivalries in Nigeria as mere theatrics designed to entertain the public. Speaking at his 60th birthday thanksgiving service at St. Martin’s Catholic Church, Isan Ekiti, on Sunday, Fayemi noted that political disputes among politicians are not genuine. “All these things you read on social media are just for your entertainment,” he said, addressing those surprised by the presence of his political opponents at the event. He cited the attendance of former Governor Segun Oni and stated that another former governor, Ayodele Fayose, would have also been present if he…
The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure has reinstated the elected local government chairmen and councillors sacked by Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke. In its judgment on Tuesday, the appellate court ordered the immediate resumption of office by the council officials, all of whom are members of the All Progressives Congress (APC). However, the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) has filed an appeal against the ruling, while the state government has also submitted an application for a stay of execution pending the hearing of the appeal. Governor Adeleke had sacked the local government officials upon assuming office in November…
Gunmen have abducted three students of the Federal College of Agriculture, Akure (FECA) in Ondo State. The victims, all Industrial Training (IT) students, were kidnapped on Saturday evening while returning from a farm near Akure Airport. In addition to the students, the kidnappers also seized a farmer and a labourer near the farm in Oke Oge, Akure North Local Government Area, just a few kilometers from Akure Airport. Ransom Demand The abductors have reportedly contacted one of the victims’ families, demanding a N15 million ransom for their release. Security Response Confirming the incident, the Commander of Amotekun in Ondo State,…
Saudi Arabia has imposed a single-entry visa restriction on Nigeria and 13 other countries, limiting stays to 30 days per visit. The new policy applies to tourists, business travelers, and visitors to family members, but excludes applicants for Hajj, Umrah, diplomatic, or residency visas. Affected Countries Alongside Nigeria, the affected nations include: Algeria Bangladesh Egypt Ethiopia India Indonesia Iraq Jordan Morocco Pakistan Sudan Tunisia Yemen Reason for Visa Restriction Saudi authorities cited the misuse of multiple-entry visas, stating that some travelers have overstayed illegally or participated in Hajj without authorization. The kingdom enforces a strict Hajj quota per country, and…
The Rivers State chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has indefinitely suspended its Caretaker Chairman, Hilda Dokubo, over allegations of gross misconduct, extortion, and negligence. Dokubo was suspended by her ward, Ward 3 in Asari-Toru Local Government Area (ASALGA), following multiple petitions against her. According to a statement obtained by DAILY POST and dated February 2, 2025, the suspension letter was jointly signed by: O. C. Princewill – Chairman, Ward 3 ASALGA Pastor Lucky Mac-Jaja Amachree – Vice Chairman, Ward 3 ASALGA Florence Solomon – Secretary, Ward 3 ASALGA Iwowari George – Women Leader, Ward 3 ASALGA The letter, addressed…
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has reaffirmed his commitment to the party, declaring that he will never leave despite ongoing internal crises. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos, George addressed the leadership challenges facing the PDP and the recent wave of defections by some senior members. He expressed confidence that the party’s current problems would be resolved and that the PDP would emerge stronger. “I can’t leave PDP, I can’t. Look, every other party is like a miniature congregation of strange bedfellows. They do…
The Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) has elected new national executives to lead the party for the next four years. The election took place during the party’s 2025 National Convention, marking a significant milestone in ZLP’s journey. In a statement made available to journalists in Bauchi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Amb. Khalid Arewa, described the convention as a reaffirmation of ZLP’s commitment to equality, equity, and transparency. He also called on Nigerians to join the party in building a better future for the nation. Newly Elected ZLP National Executives: National Chairman: Hon. Chief Barr. Dan Nwanyanwu National Secretary: Hon. Yahaya…
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have abducted several worshippers from a mosque in Bushe community, Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The assailants stormed the mosque at dawn on Thursday while worshippers were performing the early morning Subhi prayer. Reports indicate that about 10 people, including the Imam, were taken hostage during the attack. Confirming the incident on Friday, the spokesperson for the Sokoto State Police Command, DSP Ahmed Rufai, said security agencies are working to secure the victims’ release. “The command, in collaboration with other security agencies, is working to ensure the immediate release of all the…
The kidnappers of retired Brigadier-General Maharazu Tsiga, a former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), have demanded a ransom of N250 million for his release. Tsiga was abducted late Wednesday night when heavily armed men stormed his residence in Katsina State. The assailants reportedly surrounded the premises, forcefully broke into his home, and seized control of the situation. The retired general had stepped outside to confront the intruders before being taken hostage. Confirming the incident, Abdullahi Balarabe Dabai, a federal lawmaker representing Bakori/Danja Federal Constituency, described the abduction as a troubling development. He called for intensified efforts by…
Elected and appointed political office holders from the Delta North senatorial district have resolved to pursue legal action to reclaim the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senatorial mandate from Senator Ned Nwoko, who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The decision was reached at a meeting convened and presided over by Delta State Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme. Speaking at the meeting, Onyeme emphasized the need to maintain PDP’s dominance in the senatorial district. “Delta North should remain a PDP-dominant senatorial district. We must consolidate our position as the main determinant for all elections in Delta State,” he stated.…
A member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees (BoT) and elder statesman, Bode George, has thrown his support behind the recognition of Sunday Ude-Okoye as the party’s authentic National Secretary. The PDP has been embroiled in a leadership tussle over the position, with both Ude-Okoye and Samuel Anyanwu laying claim to the office. However, after a BoT meeting on Wednesday, members urged the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to swear in Ude-Okoye immediately. Speaking on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, on Friday, George explained that the decision was based on the Court of Appeal ruling,…
The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a stern warning against attacks on North-Central leaders of the party by what it described as “faceless groups,” stating that such actions would no longer be tolerated. In a statement released on Saturday, the APC’s North-Central leadership condemned the recent media attack on the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, by an unregistered political group in the zone. The statement was jointly signed by the National Vice Chairman (North-Central), Mu’azu Rijau, and the Zonal Secretary, Yakubu Adamu. The warning followed a crucial meeting of the…
Iran on Friday condemned the United States’ latest move to impose shipping-related sanctions aimed at restricting its crude oil trade with international partners. The U.S. Treasury announced on Thursday that it had imposed new sanctions on several individuals and tankers accused of transporting millions of barrels of Iranian crude oil to China annually. These sanctions mark the first U.S. action against Iran’s oil exports since President Donald Trump vowed to reduce them to zero as part of efforts to curb Tehran’s nuclear program. Reacting to the development, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, criticized the sanctions as “illegitimate and unlawful.”…
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has criticized the proposal for the creation of 31 additional states in Nigeria, describing it as both “ironic and comical.” The proposal, put forward by the House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, was read during Thursday’s plenary by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu. Reacting in a post on his X handle on Friday, Sani questioned the rationale behind creating new states when most existing ones rely heavily on federal allocations for survival. “While many states are dependent on federal allocation for their survival, the House of Representatives’ proposal for 31…
Former spokesperson of the Labour Party, Kenneth Okonkwo, has claimed that leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have become subordinates to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on Channels Television on Friday, Okonkwo attributed the PDP’s internal crisis to its own leadership decisions, particularly the appointment of Nyesom Wike as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) by the APC-led government. According to the Nollywood actor-turned-politician, President Bola Tinubu’s decision to appoint Wike weakened the PDP’s political standing as an opposition party. “Look at what is going on in the PDP. Some people came out as the G5…
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has declared that the state is now a one-party state, claiming that opposition parties have become non-existent. Uzodinma made the assertion while welcoming the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, and other national party leaders who visited the state for the commissioning of newly constructed roads. The governor attributed the APC’s dominance to its human-oriented projects, which he said had helped the party make significant inroads into rural areas, leading to its landslide victory in the recent local government elections. ‘APC Has Won Imo People’s Hearts’ – Uzodinma “I can testify…
The National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Dr. Ajuji Ahmed, has dismissed claims of a faction within the party, insisting that his leadership remains the only legitimate authority. Speaking at a press conference on Friday in Abuja, Dr. Ahmed refuted reports of a faction led by Boniface Aniebonam, which claimed to have taken control of the party and held a convention that elected Agbo Major as the national chairman alongside other national officers. He clarified that NNPP has not conducted any national convention recently and has not inaugurated a new National Working Committee (NWC). According to Ahmed,…
A violent chieftaincy dispute in the Odu electoral ward of Maraba Udege Development Area, Nasarawa Local Government Area, has claimed the lives of a mother and her child, displacing many residents and destroying several homes. The long-standing conflict, which has lasted for three years, escalated on Saturday, February 1, 2025, following a land ownership disagreement between the warring factions. In response, Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, visited the affected communities on Wednesday to assess the situation and find a lasting solution. He ordered feuding families from the Odu and Embu communities to immediately withdraw from the chieftaincy struggle. The dispute…