Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State has declared Monday, October 7, 2024, a public holiday for teachers across the state in celebration of World Teachers’ Day. In a statement issued by the state’s Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Moddibo Kawu, the governor expressed his appreciation for the vital role teachers play in advancing human progress through quality education and nurturing minds. “The governor directs that this holiday be observed by teachers in both the public and private sectors as a mark of appreciation for their contributions,” the statement read. Governor Abdulrazaq also extended his best wishes…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed reports of the suspension of its South-East National Vice Chairman, Chief Ali Odefa, from his ward in Ebonyi State. In a statement released by the party’s media director in the South-East zone, Richard Nwafor, the PDP alleged that the ward executives responsible for the purported suspension were hired by an opposition party to create disunity and destabilize the party. “Our attention has been drawn to a media statement attributed to some faceless individuals, allegedly ward executives of our party in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State,” the statement read. “These individuals, having…
Bashir Ahmad, a former media aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has stated that Peter Obi is “politically bigger” than former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. Ahmad made this assertion in a post on X, where he compared the political influence of the two figures based on the 2023 presidential election results. “Even though I have never been a Kwankwasiyya loyalist, I have always admired and respected Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso as one of the progressive political figures in this country. However, I do not agree with his recent statement in Kano, where he claimed to be politically bigger than Peter…
The ongoing local government elections in Rivers State took a violent turn on Saturday, as heavy gunfire erupted in Rumuepirikom, the hometown of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike. According to reports from Vanguard, unidentified individuals entered the community before the elections, warning residents to stay indoors. Tensions escalated when armed men, suspected to be political thugs, stormed a ward in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area just as electoral officers were about to arrive. The gunmen reportedly held the community hostage, firing shots that caused widespread panic and discouraged people from coming out to vote. At least…
Thousands of supporters on Saturday joined Tinok Andrew Nok, a former senatorial aspirant in the 2023 general elections, as she officially defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the Labour Party in Kaduna State. Tinok, the younger sister of former Kaduna State Commissioner of Education, Prof. Andrew Nok, explained that her decision was driven by the Labour Party’s alignment with her values of honesty and service to the people. “My decision to join the Labour Party is influenced by Senator Nnadi Usman, the National Caretaker Committee Chairman of the party,” Tinok stated, vowing to use her experience to…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has named two prominent figures he believes could restore the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to power. According to the clergyman, former Senate President Bukola Saraki and Peter Obi have the capacity to bring the party back to the forefront of Nigerian politics. In a video message, Primate Ayodele advised the PDP to consider giving its presidential ticket to Saraki and Obi, stating that both leaders possess the qualities needed to lead the party to victory. “Saraki-Obi is the answer for PDP,” he said, urging Peter Obi to return to the…
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, cast his ballot in the local government elections on Saturday in his hometown of Mbagul, Vandiekya Local Government Area. The governor, alongside many citizens, participated actively in the election process. It should be recalled that Gov. Alia had declared Friday, October 4, 2024, as a work-free day to allow citizens ample time to prepare and travel to their respective local government areas for the elections. Speaking after casting his vote, Gov. Alia highlighted that the work-free day was aimed at ensuring full participation in the electoral process. He commended the citizens of Benue…
Some shop owners and traders in Obio/Akpor, Rivers State, on Saturday, opened for business despite the state government’s no-movement directive during the local council election. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that while the election was underway, several residents of the area opted to continue with their personal activities. Kachi James, a shop owner in Woji Ward 6, explained to NAN that she prioritized her business over voting. She noted that the political tensions between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, had left many residents disillusioned. “This business is the only way I can put food…
The New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) has strongly opposed the recent bill introduced by the Senate seeking to establish a Local Government Election Commission. The party described the proposed legislation as a calculated move to undermine democracy in Nigeria. The bill, titled “Local Government Independent Electoral Commission (Establishment) Bill, 2024 (SB. 531),” was sponsored by Senator Sani Musa, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance. It has already passed its first reading and aims to create an autonomous body responsible for organising, overseeing, and conducting local government elections across all states for the offices of Local Government Chairman and Councillors.…
The Rivers State Police Command has dismissed reports claiming that its officers sealed the office of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) in Port Harcourt. Earlier reports had suggested that the RSIEC secretariat was sealed following a Federal High Court order halting the local government elections scheduled for October 5. However, the Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, clarified to journalists in Port Harcourt that these reports were false. She explained that police officers were stationed at the RSIEC office purely for security reasons amid the ongoing October 1 nationwide protests in the state capital. “The police presence at…
A prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kaduna State, Alhaji Isa Rabiu, has called on former governor Nasir El-Rufai to exercise patience and allow a thorough investigation into his eight-year administration in the state. Rabiu made the statement in an interview with Newsmen on Wednesday in Kaduna, responding to El-Rufai’s recent claims of innocence regarding allegations of corruption during his tenure. El-Rufai, who served as Kaduna State governor from 2015 to 2023, had declared that he did not embezzle public funds and expressed his readiness to swear on the Holy Quran to affirm his integrity. In response,…
Residents of Karaworo Street in Lokoja, Kogi State, were left in shock on Wednesday morning after a day-old baby boy was discovered abandoned in a drainage near the Kutepa Juma’at Mosque. An eyewitness, Talatu Ibrahim, a 45-year-old resident, found the baby after hearing his cries. Speaking to Newsmen, Ibrahim recounted the moment she discovered the infant in the gutter beside her window. “I heard the cry of a baby around 5 a.m. this morning. When I ran outside, I found a newly born baby boy dumped in the gutter beside my window,” she explained. Ibrahim immediately raised an alarm, drawing…
Ogun State Police Command has arrested five suspects in connection with the killing of a fisherman, Segun Sikiru, whose body was found dumped in a lagoon in Iwopin, Ijebu-Ode Local Government Area. The suspects, all members of the local community, have been identified as Saheed Mureni, Afeez Mureni, Saheed Taidi, Thompson Samuel, and Ogoji Olorunwa. According to reports, Sikiru and his two sons had gone out fishing when they noticed suspicious activity around their fish trap. The suspects were allegedly caught stealing from the trap, leading to a confrontation that escalated into violence. The Ogun State Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola,…
The Yola Zone of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has accused the Federal Government of displaying insensitivity by failing to implement long-standing agreements reached with the union over several years. The zone, which comprises six university branches, expressed frustration over the government’s consistent reneging on commitments aimed at addressing the challenges in public universities. In a statement issued on Wednesday by Dani Mamman, the ASUU Yola Zonal Chairman, the union urged the government to uphold the terms of the 2022 agreement, which led to the suspension of a prolonged strike that year. The ASUU Yola Zone includes branches…
The leader of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile (BRGIE), Simon Ekpa, has issued a stern warning against the misrepresentation of the Biafra struggle. Ekpa, who claims to be the Prime Minister of BRGIE, raised concerns over an alleged plan to settle refugees, migrants, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Imo State. In a statement shared via his official X account, Ekpa addressed a recent viral video that purportedly claimed the government was planning to resettle refugees, IDPs, and migrants at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) study centre in Nsu, Ehime Mbano. Ekpa condemned the alleged plan and…
The immediate past Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, has revealed that he will not contest any election in 2027, stating that it was a directive from God. Ortom made this statement on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) G-14 group in Makurdi. The G-14 group consists of PDP elders from the 14 Tiv-speaking local government areas of Benue State. During the meeting, Ortom emphasised that he has no choice but to honour God’s instruction. The former governor candidly admitted that his failure to consult God before participating in the 2023 elections was…
In his national broadcast marking Nigeria’s 64th Independence anniversary on October 1, 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu acknowledged the struggles Nigerians face due to rising living costs and employment challenges but assured citizens that his administration is working towards sustainable solutions. He called for patience, stating that the reforms implemented are beginning to yield positive results. President Tinubu reflected on the progress made since Nigeria gained independence 64 years ago, praising the country’s intellectual capacity and industry. He highlighted Nigeria’s resilience through crises, including the civil war, and emphasised the importance of unity and managing the country’s diversity. On security,…
The Lagos State Government has impounded 241 vehicles during a recent enforcement exercise conducted by the Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS). The operation aimed to clamp down on unlicensed vehicles and violations of the state’s transportation regulations. The enforcement action was announced via a post on the official X handle of the Lagos State Government on Tuesday, October 1. The post stated: “In accordance with Sections 15 and 16 of the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law (TSRL) 2018, the Lagos State Government has impounded 241 vehicles during a recent enforcement exercise conducted by the Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS). The vehicles…
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has called on Nigerians to offer their support, cooperation, and prayers for the country’s leadership as the nation continues to face significant challenges. The Governor made the appeal in a statement issued by his Director-General of Press and Media, Mamman Mohammed, in commemoration of Nigeria’s 64th Independence anniversary. Governor Buni highlighted the need for sacrifice, perseverance, and commitment to help Nigeria regain its former glory, noting that the country has endured a prolonged period of decline in various sectors. “The decay suffered by the country over a long period calls for sacrifice, perseverance, and…
As Nigeria marks its 64th Independence anniversary, the Allied Conservative Congress (ACC) has called for a period of deep reflection and soul-searching. The party noted that, despite enduring numerous challenges, including political instability, economic stagnation, socio-religious tension, and insecurity, the country has remained united by divine mercy. In a statement signed by Rev. Olusegun Peters, the National Chairman of the ACC, the party acknowledged the current difficulties faced by the nation but expressed hope for a brighter future. It emphasised that today’s hardships would eventually become a testimony of God’s faithfulness in the days ahead. Rev. Peters urged Nigerians to…