The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has said he has no plans to unseat the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Gbajabiamila said Sanwo-Olu is doing a good job governing Lagos State; hence, there is no need to unseat him. Speaking on Channels Television on Tuesday, the Speaker asked that Sanwo-Olu not be distracted from his assignment of governing Lagos State. He said the Lagos governor should be allowed to renew his mandate in the next general election. According to Gbajabiamila: “The present Governor of Lagos State (Sanwo-Olu) is doing a good job. “This Governor is doing a…
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Senator Abdullahi Adamu representing Nasarawa West Senatorial district has been appointed the Chairman, Reconciliation Committee of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). A statement released to journalists by the Secretary of the Caretaker Committee, Senator John Akpanudoedehe listed other Committee members. The committee was reportedly approved by the Chairman of Caretaker/Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC), Governor Mai Mala Buni/ Committee members include; 1. Otunba Moses Alake Adeyemo – Secretary 2. Sen. George Akume 3. H.E. Sullivan Chime 4. H.E. Ali Saad Birnin kudu 5. Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara 6.. Alh. Suleiman Argungu 7. Dr. Mrs. Oluranti I. Adebule 8. Dr.…
The US is going to be looking at its ties with Pakistan in the coming weeks to formulate the role America wants Islamabad to play in the future of Afghanistan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken informed Congress. During his first testimony in Congress after the Taliban seized control of Kabul, Secretary of State Blinken noted that Pakistan has “harboured” members of the Taliban including the terrorists from the proscribed Haqqani network. Asked by lawmakers if it is time for Washington to reassess its relationship with Pakistan, Blinken said: “We are going to be looking at in the days and weeks…
Winnington Citizens & Partners, a visa processing and citizenship acquisition agency said on Friday that Nigerians “can travel to as many as 160 countries across the World without Visa requirements.” Chief Executive Officer of the firm, Mrs Winnie Okoh, in an interview with newsmen, said the firms had packages that could ensure such visa-free travels for Nigerians. She said that with only a “Strong Passport” Nigerians who wish to travel to Caribbean countries and parts of Europe would be provided with the opportunity. Okoh, who unveiled the various packages available, said the firm could provide the opportunity for Nigerians to…
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Yobe State has again lost one of its chieftains to All Progressives Congress (APC). The new entrant is Hon. Audu Mai Samari Babale, former member Yobe State House of Assembly representing Goya/Ngeji constituency of Fika Local Government Area. He was received by the state Chairman, Alhaji Adamu Abdu Chilariye, at the instance of the State Deputy Governor of the state, Idi Barde Gubana; Speaker Yobe State House of Assembly, Right Hon. Ahmad Lawan Mirwa; Special Adviser on Political and Legislative Matters, Hon. Aji Yerima Bularafa; among other top APC chieftains. The former PDP chieftain,…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has approved the composition of a National Reconciliation Committee to be headed by Sen. Abdullahi Adamu (APC-Nasarawa). Sen. John Akpanudoedehe, National Secretary, APC Caretaker and Extra-ordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC), said this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja, NAN reports. Akpanudoedehe said that Otunba Moses Adeyemo would serve as the committee’s secretary. He named some members of the committee as – Sen. George Akume, the Minister for Special Duties; former Gov. Sullivan Chime of Enugu; former Speaker of House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara; Alhaji Suleiman Argungu and Dr Beta Edu. The scribe said…
Philip Shaibu, the Deputy Governor of Edo State, has declared his loyalty to the state Governor, Godwin Obaseki. Shaibu spoke while refuting reports of a rift with Obaseki and plot to dump the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Some reports had said the deputy governor had concluded plans to defect from PDP to an undisclosed party. The reports claimed that Shaibu allegedly took the decision after a series of consultative meetings. However, the deputy governor, while appearing on Channels Television, dismissed the reports. He said: “I am happy with my governor; I don’t have any problem with my governor. “So, the…
US President Joe Biden will host the first-ever in-person Quad summit on September 24 which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Prime Minister Scott Morrison of Australia and Japanese premier Yoshihide Suga, the White House announced on Monday. The four leaders would discuss deepening their ties and advancing practical cooperation on areas like combatting COVID-19, addressing the climate crisis and promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific, the White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said. In March, President Biden hosted the first-ever summit of the Quad leaders in the virtual format that vowed to strive for an Indo-Pacific region…
The Osun Progressives (TOP), a caucus within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, has condemned the Sunday evening brutal attack on its members during their weekly meeting in Saint John Grammar School Oke Atan Area of Ife East Local Government by hoodlums. They blamed the attack on the IleriOluwa group which has the backing of the State governor. Describing the attack as unprovoked and uncalled for, Adelowo Adebiyi, the chairman of the caucus in a press release stated that the attack was an attempt by the IleriOluwa group and fifth columnists to distract TOP members from the noble…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has applauded the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ibrahim Tanko Mohammed for aptly conserving Nigerian constitution and the judiciary which was allegedly at the verge of collapse due to the ”indiscriminate and frivolous litigations” initiated by unscrupulous politicians. A statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Barrister Tex Okechukwu on behalf of Ozonkpu Oye, and sent to the media on Monday, commended the Chief Justice for his prompt intervention and restriction of such professional aberrations, disdain and impunity. According to the party leadership, absolute disregard and abuse of court processes and the rule of…
The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has scheduled its state congress for Saturday, October 2, 2021. This was disclosed in a terse statement issued on Monday by the National Secretary of the Caretaker/Extraordinary National Convention Planning Committee, Sen. John Akpanudoedehe. According to the statement, which was entitled, ‘APC Schedules State Congresses for Saturday, October 2, 2021’, the party revealed that it would commence the sale of nomination forms on Wednesday, September 15. The statement urged all interested aspirants to purchase their forms in the various state APC Secretariats and in the unlikely event that they are denied, they are at…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said he has no ambition to contest the Presidential position in 2023. Makinde made this disclosure in a statement made available to the media by his Chief Press Secretary, Taiwo Adisa. Makinde became the Governor of Oyo State on May 29, 2019, but has insisted that he has no ambition to become the President of Nigeria in 2023. Adisa in the statement issued on behalf of the Governor on Monday urged members of the public to disregard a banner advert claiming that Makinde is contesting as President in 2023. He described the sponsors…
The Biden administration is expanding its effort to find and reunite migrant families who were separated at the US-Mexico border under President Donald Trump as part of a zero-tolerance policy on illegal crossings. A federal task force is launching a new program Monday that officials say will expand efforts to find parents, many of whom are in remote Central American communities, and help them return to the United States, where they will get at least three years of legal residency and other assistance. We recognize that we can’t make these families completely whole again,” said Michelle Bran, executive director of…
A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Adamawa State, Abdullahi Musa has said it is a shame that some governors cannot do anything in their state without federal allocation from Abuja. Abdullahi said in a press interview in Yola that governors routinely wait for handouts from Abuja instead of sourcing their funds from within. He said Adamawa State in particular is an eldorado of agriculture, among other endowments, richly blessed that it can grow virtually every crop, in addition to vast cattle and poultry resources, all of which can be harnessed for radically improved internally generated revenue (IGR).…
Benjamin Apugo, a member of the Board of Trustees and national caucus of the governing All Progressive Congress (APC), has accused the Secretary of the National Caretaker Executive and Extra Ordinary Convention Committee of the party, Senator John Akpanudoedehe, of aiding anti-party activities by some chieftains which he claimed manifested at the last ward congress of the party. Apugo’s accusation was coming on the heels of the controversies that trailed the July 29 ward congress of the party in the Abia chapter of the APC. The elder statesman and foundation member of the party made his feelings known at a…
Some members of The Osun Progressives (TOP), a caucus within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, were reportedly attacked on Sunday evening by suspected hoodlums. Information available to the media revealed that the incident happened at the venue of the caucus’ weekly meeting; Saint John Grammar School, Oke Atan Area, Ile-Ife, around 5pm. It was gathered that the hoodlums, numbering about 20, stormed the venue of the meeting fully armed with guns, machetes and clubs and attacked members as they held their meeting. The TOP members alleged that the hoodlums are loyal to an APC chieftain in Okerewe…
President Muhammadu Buhari has been accused of technically handing over Nigeria to terrorists. Socio-political activist, Deji Adeyanju made the remark while claiming that Buhari hates Oduduwa and the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, agitators. Reacting to a reported terrorist attack on a military base in Zamfara State, Adeyanju said the president was only interested in fighting his critics and not insecurity. In a series of tweets, the rights activist accused Buhari of pampering terrorists. According to Adeyanju: “Buhari has technically handed over Nigeria to terrorists groups. The takeover of a military base yesterday in Zamfara confirms this. “He is not…
The UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to meet with US President Joe Biden at the end of this month, during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). One senior diplomatic source told the newspaper that the meeting was expected to take place at the White House but this had not been “100 per cent confirmed,” UK media reported. The 76th UN General Assembly (UNGA) is opening on September 14. The high-level week will start on September 21 and will last until the 27th. Johnson is expected to hold bilateral talks with Biden during his four-day trip to the US…
Presidency on Sunday clarified the statement accredited to President Muhammadu Buhari in Owerri, the Imo State capital where he was quoted to have told Governor Hope Uzodimma that ‘‘I’ll be careful with your future invitations.’’ Recall that President Buhari was in Owerri on a working visit on Thursday where he commissioned some projects. But the Presidency in a statement titled, “What President Buhari said (didn’t say) in Imo State” issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Femi Adesina, said that President Buhari’s visit was very successful. The Indigenous people of Biafra, IPOB, which was…
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has said anxiety over what happens to all the reforms his administration has put in place after he leaves office as Governor is now his greatest challenge. Obaseki stated this on Sunday, at the thanksgiving service for 87th birthday celebration of Chief Gabriel Igbinedion, held at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, Sapele Road, Benin City. He disclosed that people are already asking questions if the reforms and changes he has made and implementing will continue after his tenure in office. He said: “My biggest challenge is what happens when I leave office. People…