President Bola Tinubu has appointed Daniel Bwala as Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications (State House), succeeding Ajuri Ngelale, who vacated the role in September. Ajuri Ngelale, who previously served as Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, stepped down earlier this year after submitting a memo to the Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, indicating his intention to proceed on indefinite leave. He also temporarily relinquished his responsibilities as the Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action and Chairman of the Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen, citing medical matters affecting his immediate family. Bwala, during an appearance on Channels…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating violence, intimidation, and oppression during the November 16 local government elections, particularly in Ogun East. In a statement signed by Afolabi Orekoya, Media Aide to Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, the PDP alleged that thugs linked to the APC attacked members and supporters of the party across Ogun East. The party further claimed that the violence was state-sponsored and aimed at suppressing voter turnout in areas where the APC lacked popularity. The PDP alleged that a police officer attached to Hon. Adebutu was shot…
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has pledged to serve the people diligently following his victory in Saturday’s governorship election. Speaking to journalists in Akure, the state capital, after being declared winner, Aiyedatiwa expressed gratitude to the people of Ondo for renewing his mandate. “I thank the people of Ondo for the renewed mandate given to me to be their governor beyond 2025, and I promise to serve them,” he said. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced Aiyedatiwa, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as the winner after he secured the highest number of votes in the…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has donated 31 operational vehicles to enhance joint security operations in the state. The donation, made in Asaba on Monday, was presented to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and other security agencies. The vehicles, comprising 23 pickups and eight Sienna wagons, add to four Hilux vehicles previously delivered, bringing the total fleet provided to 66. Governor Oborevwori explained that the donation was prompted by the general insecurity across the country and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving safety in Delta. He urged security agencies to collaborate and share intelligence to ensure effective operations.…
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has expressed satisfaction with the peaceful conduct of the ongoing local government elections in the state. Speaking to journalists at his GRA polling unit after casting his vote, the governor appreciated the cooperation of voters and security agencies in ensuring a smooth electoral process. “I am very happy with what I saw. The state electoral body is following the democratic process,” Lawal said. He noted that members of opposition parties were voting without any harassment, describing the election as free, fair, and credible. The governor commended the Zamfara State Independent Electoral Commission (ZASIEC) for its…
The deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, Agboola Ajayi, has exercised his voting rights in the ongoing election. Ajayi cast his vote in his hometown, Kiribo, Apoi, located in the Ese-Odo Local Government Area of the state. The former deputy governor voted at Apoi Ward 11, Unit 004, situated at the RCM Idumado Quarters in Kiribo.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State has raised concerns over alleged irregularities in the ongoing local government elections, claiming that two result sheets were distributed to polling units instead of the standard single sheet. The party also questioned the credibility of the election due to delays in the distribution of materials. As of 7:32 am, election officials were reportedly still collecting materials from the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) office in Abeokuta, despite the scheduled start time of 8:00 am. Speaking with newsmen, the PDP state agent, Waliu Oladipupo, expressed worries about the situation, stating that the…
Unidentified gunmen, suspected to be cultists, have shot and killed a disabled man, Mutiu Akinbami, popularly known as Igor, in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The incident occurred around 6:13 p.m. on Friday at the Brewery bus stop and Olomoore Junction area of the metropolis. Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants, who were driving a tinted Toyota Hilux, targeted Akinbami as he rode on a motorcycle with his daughter. They opened fire on him and fled the scene after completing their mission. Sources revealed that Akinbami, a former councilor in Abeokuta North Local Government Area, had been trailed from his residence in the…
The Nigeria Police Force has deployed drones for surveillance during the Ondo State governorship election scheduled for Saturday. The FCT Commissioner of Police, Tunji Disu, who heads the police monitoring team, oversaw the preparation of the drone deployment team on Friday to enhance security monitoring during the exercise. In addition, security agencies have pledged their cooperation with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a smooth and peaceful election. Reports indicate that a total of 43,157 security personnel have been deployed for the exercise, with the police accounting for 34,657 officers. These personnel will be stationed at polling units,…
Former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has lauded the National Security Advisor (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, for accomplishing feats in security that his predecessors failed to achieve. Sani, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), highlighted Ribadu’s efforts in neutralizing top bandit leaders, ending mass abductions of students in northern Nigeria, and securing rail lines and highways notorious for kidnappings. He wrote: “Nuhu Ribadu has achieved what many of his predecessors failed to accomplish despite the hundreds of billions spent in the name of defense and security in the past: neutralization of top bandit leaders, end to mass abductions of…
The Nigeria Police Force has addressed the prolonged detention of 26-year-old whistleblower Nnamdi Emeh, nearly two years after his arrest. Emeh, who was detained after exposing alleged misconduct by senior police officers in Anambra State—including extortion, extrajudicial killings, torture, and organ harvesting—has remained in custody despite a release warrant signed on May 15, 2024. The police have alleged that his continued detention is due to his failure to meet bail conditions. In a statement released on Saturday night, Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi emphasized that Emeh was lawfully arrested following credible allegations against him. These included possession of firearms,…
The ongoing local government elections in Ogun State in 2024 have been marred by reports of intimidation aimed at voters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) by thugs allegedly affiliated with the All Progressives Congress (APC). This troubling trend has raised serious concerns about the integrity of the electoral process, as the actions of these individuals directly undermine the democratic rights of citizens to vote freely and without fear. The presence of such intimidation tactics casts a shadow over the legitimacy of the elections, with many voters feeling coerced and threatened as they approach the polls. Eyewitness accounts have detailed…
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Wing Worldwide has distanced itself from reports of a purported visit to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), during which support was allegedly pledged for his 2027 presidential ambition. In a press statement issued from the office of its National Youth Leader, Damian Okafor, the organization disclaimed involvement in the visit, describing it as stage-managed by individuals falsely presenting themselves as leaders of the group. Okafor emphasized that the youth wing of Ohanaeze Ndigbo is strictly a sociocultural organization with no political affiliations, adding that its primary…
Former Senate Majority Leader, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Daniel Bwala as Special Adviser on Public Communications and Media. Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, emphasized that Tinubu’s decision demonstrates exceptional leadership qualities and a capacity for inclusivity. “Bwala’s appointment is a rare demonstration of large-heartedness in leadership, a quality that is difficult to find in many leaders today,” Ndume said. Bwala, who previously served as the spokesperson for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar during the 2023 presidential election campaigns, was among those recently appointed by Tinubu to serve in this prestigious role.…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has described the upcoming Ondo State governorship election as a significant opportunity for Nigerians to demonstrate that their frustrations and dissatisfaction can lead to meaningful change. Makinde called on the people of Ondo State to turn out en masse and cast their votes for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), emphasizing the party’s potential to address Nigeria’s challenges and deliver good governance. Rallying Support for the PDP In a statement on Friday, Makinde urged voters to make a bold statement against what he described as the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) lack of people-centred policies. He highlighted…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that he is not intimidated by the prospect of joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) if he decides to do so. Wike made the declaration while addressing his reasons for not supporting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, in the 2023 elections. He attributed his decision to the lack of equity and fairness within the PDP. Wike’s Stand on PDP and Atiku’s Candidacy Explaining his stance, Wike said, “I came out in this country and said I was not going to support Atiku’s presidency…
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused its sacked Caretaker Committee Chairman, Tony Okocha, of defying the rule of law. In a statement issued on Friday by the party’s state Publicity Secretary, Darlington Nwauju, the APC alleged that Okocha and his associates were engaging in the same practices they had previously condemned in others. “Tony Okocha is trampling on the rule of law, and he knows it. The very same thing both he and his paymaster have accused others of doing is what they are blatantly engaging in,” the statement read. Nwauju further described Okocha…
Nigeria’s Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has announced the upcoming launch of the biometric passport application system for Nigerians residing in the United Kingdom and other countries. The initiative, which aims to streamline the passport renewal process, is set to go live in the UK, Italy, and the United States on Friday, November 15, and will expand to other countries globally by December 1. High-Level Discussions in the UK Tunji-Ojo recently led a delegation, including the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, to meet with UK officials, including Home Secretary Rt. Hon. Yvette Cooper, to discuss the…
A deadly clash between rival illegal mining groups, Anguwan Kampani and Galaxy, in Minna, Niger State, escalated into chaos, leading to the death of a tricycle rider allegedly shot by police operatives during an intervention on Friday. The incident triggered outrage among tricycle riders, who blocked the major highway around the state secretariat, halting vehicular movement between Chanchaga and the town to demand justice for their colleague. Genesis of the Conflict The crisis reportedly began two days earlier at an illegal mining site in Wushishi Housing Estate, where a dispute over mining rights erupted into a violent confrontation. The clash,…
Ahead of Saturday’s gubernatorial election in Ondo State, the Labour Party (LP) has dismissed reports of its candidate, Olusola Ebiseni, being disqualified by the courts. The party urged Nigerians, particularly voters, to disregard the claims, which it described as misleading and disruptive. This comes after the Abuja Division of the Appeal Court on Wednesday overturned a previous Federal High Court ruling that upheld Ebiseni’s candidacy. The appellate court’s three-member panel, led by Justice Hamma Barka, declared the appeal brought by the Labour Party against Ebiseni and others “allowed.” Earlier, Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja had…