Supporters of Imo East Senator, Ezenwa Onyewuchi, under the banner of the ‘People’s Movement,’ have officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ezinihitte Mbaise Local Government Area (LGA). The defection ceremony, which took place on Sunday, was led by Nze Chimenka Ndulaka, the Coordinator of the People’s Movement in Ezinihitte LGA. Ndulaka, alongside hundreds of other leaders and members of the movement, formally joined the APC. The event also saw key figures from the defection, including campaign council chieftain Chima Ibeh and other members who previously belonged to the Labour Party, receive APC emblems and membership cards. The presentation…
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The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the recent conversion of some structures housing the Oyo State Library Board in Ibadan into commercial spaces, calling the move unacceptable. In a statement issued to Newsmen on Sunday, APC Publicity Secretary Wasiu Olawale Sadare criticized the action, which involved transforming buildings that housed a library and other public utilities into shops. The APC described the action of the state government, led by Governor Seyi Makinde, as “shameful,” “ill-conceived,” and “grossly unacceptable.” The party expressed disbelief that a government would repurpose a library into commercial shops, highlighting the…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has issued a warning to Nigerian security operatives about a planned wave of kidnappings and attacks on Emirs and farmers across the country between December and February 2025. In a statement released on Sunday through his Media Aide, Oluwatosin Osho, Ayodele revealed that Boko Haram, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), and ISWAP leaders would be targeted and taken out by the military. He also forecasted an increased number of attacks on farmers during the same period. “There will be attacks against Emirs, farmers, and palaces across the country. They are…
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has stated that the recent approval for the establishment of new tertiary institutions by the National Assembly is aimed at making education more accessible to all Nigerians, regardless of their geographical or socio-economic background. Speaking at the opening ceremony of a public hearing on bills seeking the establishment of the Federal Polytechnic, Onueke, Ezza South in Ebonyi State, and Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri in Imo State, Akpabio emphasized that the initiative aligns with the Senate’s commitment to fostering inclusive and sustainable development through education. The hearing was organized by the…
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has shared a personal account of how he almost became a drug addict during his youth. Speaking in Abeokuta over the weekend at the second edition of the ‘Fly Above The High’ anti-drug campaign conference organized by the Recovery Advocacy Network, Obasanjo recounted how smoking in his younger years led to chronic coughing and nearly resulted in addiction. The former president expressed concern over the rising levels of drug abuse in Nigeria and across West Africa, urging Nigerian students and young people to avoid abusing psychoactive substances, emphasizing that drugs only lead to destruction, not…
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Chief Bode George, has urged former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to abandon any plans of contesting in the 2027 presidential election. In a statement made to newsmen in Ikoyi on Thursday, George, who was speaking on Atiku’s long-standing political career, advised the former presidential candidate to end his 31-year pursuit of the presidency and take on the role of an elder statesman for the sake of posterity. Atiku, who has contested for the presidency multiple times since 1993, would be 81 years old by 2027. In a viral video shared on social media, George stated,…
The member representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, has issued a stark warning to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), suggesting that the party faces irredeemable doom if it fails to expel political traitors from its ranks. In a post shared on his X handle on Friday, Ugochinyere compared the fate of the PDP to that of the defunct All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) and the Alliance for Democracy (AD), stating that their end story would be more favorable than that of the PDP if the party does not act decisively against political outlaws. “Shame. When…
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has approved the payment of N70,000 as the minimum wage for civil servants in the state, with implementation set to commence in December 2024. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesman, Mamman Mohammed, and made available to journalists on Saturday. According to the statement, the approval followed recommendations by the state’s Committee on Minimum Wage. “The committee had recommended a reconciliation of local government finances to ensure a smooth transition for local government councils from the existing salary structure to the new minimum wage,” the statement read. It added that…
United States President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering appointing Richard Grenell, his former intelligence chief, as special envoy for the Russia-Ukraine conflict, according to The Guardian UK. The newspaper cited four sources familiar with the transition plans, indicating that Grenell, who served as Trump’s ambassador to Germany and acting director of national intelligence from 2017 to 2021, is a potential candidate for the role. Grenell’s appointment would position him to play a central role in the incoming administration’s efforts to mediate an end to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. While Trump is reportedly weighing the creation of a…
The Court of Appeal sitting in Makurdi, Benue State, on Thursday dismissed the appeal filed by Moses Agaba against Comrade Austin Agada, the Benue State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Agaba had appealed the ruling of the Chief Judge of Benue State, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, which declared the lifespan of an interim injunction against Agada to be abated. The case began when Justice Lilian Tsumba of Aliade issued an interim injunction restraining Agada from presenting himself as APC Chairman, citing his alleged suspension by the Ihaje Ward 1 Exco. The case was adjourned to February 12, 2024, for…
The Labour Party (LP) has dismissed social media reports claiming that its leadership is collaborating with President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The reports stemmed from a video by activist Deji Adeyanju, alleging that the LP had entered into a partnership with Tinubu in preparation for the next presidential poll. In a statement on Friday, the National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party, Mr. Obiora Ifoh, debunked the claims, describing them as baseless. He emphasized that the LP has repeatedly refuted allegations of any alliance with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). “As a matter of fact,…
A member of the House of Representatives from Ideato North and South Federal Constituency in Imo State, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, on Friday described the rejection of the bill proposing a single six-year term for the President and governors as a “temporary setback.” Ugochinyere, who sponsored the bill along with others, stated that the proposal will be reintroduced in the next legislative session. The bill, which sought to amend the 1999 Constitution to reduce the tenure of the President, governors, and lawmakers, was rejected by the House of Representatives on Thursday after a debate. Appearing on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Ugochinyere…
A section of the ceiling in the Obehie Magistrate Court, Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State, collapsed on Friday during court proceedings, causing a brief commotion among those present. Although no injuries were reported, the incident created a moment of confusion and forced the court to temporarily suspend its session. A local source from Ukwa West revealed that the building had been in a dilapidated state for years before the ceiling finally gave way. The Presiding Magistrate, Nnenna Nwogwugwu, reportedly resumed proceedings after the initial disruption, ensuring that all matters on the case list were addressed before the…
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested two individuals in connection with a clash between students of Areago Community High School, Ogbomoso, and residents of the community. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, reportedly escalated after students clashed with community members. Initial arrests included the school’s Vice Principal, two teachers, and the day guard, who were taken into custody by officers from the Owode Police Station. However, they were later released through the intervention of other teachers, the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), and stakeholders. On Friday night, two residents accused of assaulting teachers during the altercation were apprehended by…
Two revenue collectors allegedly working with the Anambra State government were set ablaze by an irate mob in Onitsha on Friday following the death of a bystander. The tragic incident occurred at Old Market Road, along Venn Road by Egerton, when a tipper driver, reportedly chased by the revenue agents, lost control of his vehicle. The vehicle rammed into a passerby, killing him on the spot. Eyewitnesses alleged that the revenue collectors were dragging the tipper’s steering with the driver, leading to the accident. Videos circulating on social media showed the mob attacking two of the agents with objects before…
Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Esan West Local Government Area, Edo State, are embroiled in controversy over the nomination of commissioner-candidates from the region. In a protest letter dated November 21, 2024, and addressed to the State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, through the Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Musa Umar Ikhilor, party leaders expressed dissatisfaction with the list of nominees. They claimed the list does not reflect the five kingdoms that make up the local government. The petition, titled “Re: Nomination of Five Names from Esan West Local Government”, was signed by party leaders from the ten…
The Edo State chapters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) have engaged in a war of words following allegations of an attack on the PDP secretariat in Benin City. On Thursday, the PDP accused the APC of orchestrating the invasion of its secretariat. Chris Nehikhare, the Publicity Secretary of the Edo PDP Caretaker Committee, alleged in a statement that a relative of the APC state youth leader led thugs to vandalize the building. According to Nehikhare, the attackers destroyed doors, windows, and office equipment and made away with electronics, computers, and other valuables worth…
The Nigerian Government has stated its commitment to closely monitoring the legal proceedings involving Simon Ekpa, the self-styled Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government-in-Exile. Ekpa was arrested in Finland on Thursday, November 21, 2024, on charges of inciting terrorism and promoting violence. In a statement issued on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed Ekpa’s arrest, describing it as a critical step toward addressing the activities of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and mitigating transnational threats to Nigeria’s national security. The Finnish District Court of Päijät-Häme ruled to detain Ekpa on probable cause, citing allegations that he…
The Chairman of the Forum of National Youth Leaders of all Political Parties in Nigeria, Mr. Eze Chukwu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to grant amnesty to members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a means to address the recurring violence in the South-East region. Speaking in Abuja on Friday, Chukwu argued that extending the same amnesty program offered to former Niger Delta militants could bring lasting peace to the region. He traced the roots of IPOB to the Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB), which he described as a response to…
The Labour Party (LP) has launched an initiative aimed at enhancing grassroots mobilization and empowering youth leaders nationwide as part of its preparations for the 2027 general elections. At the party’s National Youth Leaders Conference on Wednesday in Abuja, the LP emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration among youths in driving the change needed to secure the presidency. Marcel Ngogbehei, Director-General of the Labour Party Directorate of Mobilization and Integration, highlighted the pivotal role of youth leaders in shaping the political landscape. He stressed the significance of grassroots leadership in promoting national unity and bridging divides within communities and…