The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed shock over Monday’s attack on members of the state’s Community Protection Guards (CPG), which resulted in the death of nine guards. This was revealed in a statement by the party’s publicity secretary, Mallam Yusuf Idris Gusau, and made available to journalists in Gusau. “We extend our condolences to the state government and the families of the gallant CPG members,” the statement read. The APC condemned the ambush by fleeing bandits, describing it as an attack on those who sacrificed their lives to protect local communities. The party expressed…
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The ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State has secured victories in 10 local government areas, as declared by the Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission (PLASIEC). The councils announced include Bassa, Jos South, Riyom, Kanam, Barkin Ladi, Mikang, Jos East, Langtang South, Quaan Pan, and Shendam. This declaration was made by the Chairman of PLASIEC, Plangji Cishak, in Jos, the state capital, on Thursday. Cishak noted that results from the remaining seven local government areas—Bokkos, Jos North, Pankshin, Kanke, Mangu, Langtang North, and Wase—are still being collated. More details to follow.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has criticized Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki for allegedly turning against his predecessor, Adams Oshiomhole, despite Oshiomhole’s key role in Obaseki’s rise to power. During a debate on the Senate floor, Akpabio remarked: “The man you brought in as governor [Obaseki] has turned against you and against democracy.” In response, Oshiomhole clarified: “Just for the record, I didn’t bring him in; he was elected, but I supported him, just the way you supported Governor Udom.” Oshiomhole played a crucial role in Obaseki’s emergence as governor in 2016, going against the advice of some All Progressives Congress…
The Imo State Police Command has arrested a secondary school teacher, Mrs. Blessing Emmanuel, for allegedly brutalizing her 12-year-old stepdaughter, Amarachi Emmanuel. Mrs. Emmanuel was apprehended on Tuesday by the Owerri Police Area Command following a report filed by Chidiebube Okeoma, an Owerri-based activist and journalist. The case came to light when two local women, Eunice and Amarachi, spotted the girl selling sachet water on the streets of Owerri, bearing visible injuries. A video posted by Okeoma on social media showed Amarachi’s body covered with injuries, reportedly caused by machete cuts and beatings inflicted by her stepmother. Okeoma, who confirmed…
Authorities in Anambra State have confirmed the rescue of six journalists who were kidnapped while traveling to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Wednesday. The Police Public Relations Officer of the Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed that security operatives were still working to rescue the seventh victim. “Joint security forces have successfully rescued six members of the media crew who were abducted while traveling from Lagos to Uyo along the Isseke-Orlu Road in Ihiala,” Ikenga stated. “Operations are still ongoing for the possible rescue of the seventh crew member.” Earlier reports had indicated that there might have been…
The 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has accused the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) of harassing him at the airport and attempting to prevent him from leaving the country. Sowore, in a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) page, alleged that Immigration officials claimed his name was on their watchlist, leading to the repeated harassment. “The Nigerian Immigration Service continues to subject me to unwarranted harassment and abuse, violating my rights repeatedly,” Sowore stated. “Today, again, they stopped me on my way out of Nigeria, claiming I am placed on their WATCHLIST!” Sowore also…
The Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission (KOSIEC) has expressed its full preparedness for the upcoming local government election, scheduled for October 19, 2024. Chairman of the Commission, Mamman Nda Eri, made this known during a meeting with the Kogi State Executive of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) at the Commission’s office in Lokoja. Eri assured all political parties participating in the election that they would receive a level playing field, emphasizing that the Commission’s mandate is to ensure the election outcome reflects the true wishes of the people of Kogi State, regardless of political affiliation. “All necessary preparations for…
Former chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, Peter Babalola, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), pledging to use his political influence to bolster the party’s strength, particularly in Irewole Local Government Area and the Osun West Senatorial District. During his formal reception into the APC in Ikire, hosted by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, Babalola vowed to secure a comprehensive victory for the APC in the upcoming local government elections. “I have instructed my supporters across all 30 local government areas and 332 wards in Osun State to register…
The Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday inaugurated its newly elected executives despite ongoing internal crises. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the party’s state secretariat in New GRA, Makurdi. The newly elected chairman, Mr. Chris Abah, was sworn in alongside 14 other members of the State Working Committee (SWC). The oath of office was administered by Barr. Sam Tsumba on behalf of the Benue PDP Caretaker Committee, who congratulated the officials on their emergence as party leaders. Mr. Abah and the other officials were elected during the Benue State PDP Congress held on October…
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu for its handling of the fuel subsidy removal, blaming it for Nigeria’s worsening economic crisis. Atiku’s remarks came in response to the recent hike in petrol prices by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). The NNPCL increased the pump price of fuel from N897 per litre to N1,030 in Abuja, and from N855 to N998 in Lagos. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Atiku expressed concern over Tinubu’s perceived indifference to the economic hardship affecting Nigerians,…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has outlined the condition for restoring peace in Rivers State, placing the responsibility on Governor Sim Fubara. Wike and Fubara have been at odds since the governor assumed office in 2023, despite attempts by President Bola Tinubu to mediate. The disagreement between the two political figures has persisted. Speaking during an appearance on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Wike emphasized that peace could only be achieved if Governor Fubara adheres to the rule of law, stating that no one is actively opposing him. “Obeying the rule of law is the only…
A chieftain of the Labour Party (LP) in Imo State, Hon. Stephen Aneme, has called on party members yet to recognize the new national leadership led by Senator Esther Nenadi Usman to do so for the peace and progress of the party. Aneme made the appeal while addressing what he described as the “unbecoming attitude” of the immediate past National Chairman, Julius Abure, and his Imo State counterpart, Callistus Ihejiagwa. He urged them to acknowledge the national caretaker committee for the betterment of the party. “The uncertainty surrounding our party, LP, is troubling. Anyone who thinks staying silent and allowing…
Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, has stated that Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo has not declared his intention to seek a second term in office. This clarification comes amidst speculations suggesting otherwise. Addressing journalists on Wednesday, Mefor acknowledged that while the governor has not officially announced plans for re-election, he believes Soludo will be persuaded to contest due to his outstanding performance since assuming office. “Governor Soludo has not declared any intention to run for a second term. He is focused on implementing policies to further the development of the state,” Mefor said. “I am one of those who…
The Nigerian Navy has announced significant progress in its crackdown on illegal oil refining operations in the Niger Delta. Troops from Operation Delta Sanity deactivated 124 illegal refining sites and arrested 55 suspects involved in oil theft and illegal refining over the past four months. This was disclosed by the Flag Officer Commanding Central Naval Command, Rear Admiral Samson Bura, during a press briefing in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, on Thursday. Rear Admiral Bura revealed that in addition to the arrests, the Navy deactivated 116 wooden boats, 543 dugout pits, and 64 storage tanks. Six vessels suspected of being involved in…
The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of five individuals for alleged burglary and theft in Ijebu Ode and surrounding areas. The suspects, identified as 32-year-old Emmanuel (also known as Ozon), Samuel Sunday Idoko (39), Tolulope Ilesanmi (21), Sanusi Daniel (29), and 20-year-old Ogunkoya Victor (alias Emo), were apprehended for their involvement in burglarizing shops and stealing armored cable wires from transformers. According to the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, the arrest followed a complaint lodged by victims of the burglary. She revealed that the suspects were part of a syndicate that had been operating…
A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Kaduna on Thursday sentenced a 21-year-old scavenger, Ibrahim Usman, to eight strokes of the cane for stealing a she-goat. Usman, who admitted to the crime, pleaded for leniency, blaming bad influence from his friends. Delivering the judgment, Magistrate Ibrahim Emmanuel noted that the court took a lenient stance because the convict promptly confessed. He ordered eight strokes of the cane and warned Usman against future criminal behavior, stating that the court might not be as merciful next time. The prosecution counsel, Inspector Chidi Leo, informed the court that Usman committed the offence on October 6…
Former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uche Secondus, has praised Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara for standing firm against intimidation during the just-concluded local government elections in the state. In a statement issued by his media adviser, Ike Abonyi, on Wednesday, Secondus commended Fubara for showcasing true leadership and upholding democratic values. “Governor Fubara has demonstrated true leadership by standing firm for democracy,” Secondus said. “His refusal to bow to intimidation is a testament to his commitment to his people and their future.” Secondus also called on President Bola Tinubu to strengthen collaboration with Governor Fubara in…
In an effort to repair strained relations within the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano, Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has held a meeting with discontented National Assembly members of the party in Abuja. The governor, in a post on his Facebook page, stated that the meeting was convened to discuss critical issues affecting both the state and the party. Reliable sources revealed to Newsmen that the meeting included Senator AbduRahman Kawu Sumaila, who represents Kano South, and former Kano State Speaker and current member of the House of Representatives for Rano Federal Constituency, Kabiru Alhassan Rirum, among others.…
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has dismissed Senior Advocate of Nigeria, P.I.N. Ikwueto, and his legal firm from representing the party in legal matters. The termination was conveyed in a letter dated October 8, 2024, titled “Letter of Disengagement as APGA External Solicitor,” signed by APGA’s National Chairman, Chief Edozie Njoku. Alongside Ikwueto, several other lawyers were also dismissed, including Dr. Onyechi Ikpeazu, C.I. Mbaeri, Esq., Victor Agunzi, Esq., Tobechukwu Nweke, Esq., Chinedu Eze, Esq., Dr. Obinna Onya, Esq., and Celestine Ezeokeke, Esq., from representing APGA in any case, including Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/966/2024.…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has denied accusations of playing godfather to Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Wike also refuted claims that Fubara had knelt before him in a show of submission. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s “Politics Today” on Tuesday, Wike addressed the allegations, describing them as baseless. “What is the meaning of godfatherism? Have I not left Fubara alone? What did he kneel down to me for? Never, he did not kneel down for me, what offense did he commit?” Wike said in response to the claims. The minister went further to…