Lotanna Ojukwu, the younger brother of the late Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, former Biafra Head of State, has expressed his belief that President Bola Tinubu differs from former President Muhammadu Buhari in his stance towards the Igbo people. During an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show program on Friday, Lotanna Ojukwu addressed questions about the security … Read more
Lotanna Ojukwu, the younger brother of the late Biafra warlord Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, has proposed ways in which President Bola Tinubu can address the sit-at-home and insecurity challenges in the Southeast region of Nigeria. He suggested that Tinubu should engage in discussions with Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), in … Read more
Auto mechanics in Umuahia, Abia State, have raised concerns about a decline in patronage since the removal of fuel subsidy. They have observed that some customers are refusing to collect their vehicles from workshops, even after the completion of repairs. Mechanics Cletus Iwundu and Kelechi Nonso expressed their frustration over the sharp decrease in earnings … Read more
The Kano State Government has decided to withdraw its lawsuit filed at the Federal High Court, Kano, seeking to halt the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from investigating former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje. The withdrawal notice was conveyed in a letter from the Kano Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Haruna Isa Dederi, addressed to … Read more
Obiageli Ezekwesili, former Minister of Education, has emphasized that the key to resolving Nigeria’s economic challenges lies in enhancing productivity and competitiveness among its citizens. She highlighted the urgent need to expand access to quality education, particularly by addressing the crisis of poor foundational literacy and numeracy skills among children before the age of 10. … Read more
Ayodele Fayose, the former Governor of Ekiti State, has assured Nigerians that he would not hesitate to hold President Bola Tinubu accountable if he fails to fulfill his campaign promises. Fayose made this statement after a meeting with Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Despite expressing support for the incumbent administration, Fayose emphasized that … Read more
Mr. Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has extended his condolences to the family of Prophet Michael Ojo Olowere, also known as Oke-Agbara, the founder of the Christ Apostolic Church. Prophet Olowere passed away on Wednesday at his residence in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. In a tweet on Thursday … Read more
The House of Representatives has decided to intervene in the alleged forgery of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result by Ejikeme Mmesoma. The resolution was made on Wednesday after a motion was moved by Awaji-Inombek Abiante during a session. Ejikeme Mmesoma, a student of Anglican Girls Secondary School in Nnewi, Anambra State, has been … Read more
The Akwa Ibom State Governorship Elections Petition Tribunal, which convened in Uyo, has rejected an application by the Young Progressives Party (YPP) candidate, Senator Bassey Albert, to relocate the Appeal Tribunal from Uyo to the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Chairman of the tribunal, Justice Adekunle Adeleye, stated that the tribunal had not received any notice … Read more
The Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has announced its plans to review the salaries of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kasim Shettima, governors, judiciary officers, and other political office holders. Alhaji Muhammadu Shehu, the Chairman of RMAFC, revealed this during the presentation of the reviewed remuneration package reports to Kebbi State Governor, … Read more
On Wednesday, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) announced its intention to take legal action against President Bola Tinubu in response to the alleged illegal 114 percent salary increment for Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. SERAP criticized the salary hikes of state governors and lawmakers as exorbitant. In a tweet, SERAP stated, “BREAKING: … Read more
The bail application of the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, has been postponed to July 13, 2023, as the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Abuja reserved its ruling. Justice Hamza Muazu, the presiding judge, made this decision after listening to arguments from all parties involved. Emefiele’s legal … Read more
Two weeks after the inauguration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, his administration’s key decisions are receiving praise from Nigerians. Since taking office on May 29, 2023, Tinubu has made unexpected moves, including the removal of fuel subsidy and the suspension of the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, due to his handling … Read more
The Leadership Integrity Forum (LIF) has called on President Bola Tinubu to remove the Comptroller-General of Customs, Hameed Ali (rtd), from office in accordance with the newly enacted Nigeria Customs Act of 2023. According to a letter titled “Sit Tight Syndrome: An Anathema of African Culture, Nigeria Customs Service as Case Study,” issued by LIF’s … Read more
During a meeting with the newly inaugurated members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, Governor Dauda Lawal called for unity and collaboration among the lawmakers for the betterment of the state, regardless of their political differences. The Governor congratulated the 24 lawmakers on their election and emphasized the significant responsibility they have in addressing … Read more
According to Dr. Vincent Olatunji, the National Commissioner of the Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB), the Nigeria Data Protection Act of 2023 establishes a legal framework for safeguarding personal information and ensuring data protection practices in Nigeria. This statement was made during the validation workshop for the NDPD Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan (SRAP) held … Read more
The Niger State House of Assembly has given its approval for the appointment of 20 Special Advisers by Governor Muhammad Umar Bago. The approval came after the governor’s request was read on the floor of the House during a plenary session, as conveyed by Speaker Abdulmalik Sarkindaji. The Deputy Speaker, Afiniki Dauda, highlighted the importance … Read more
Muhammed Abiodun Fadeyi, the representative of Ona Ara state constituency at the Oyo State House of Assembly, has been re-elected as the Deputy Speaker of the House. The re-election took place during the inauguration of the 10th Assembly on Wednesday. Fadeyi regained his position shortly after Adebo Ogundoyin emerged as the Speaker of the House. … Read more
Due to security concerns, the Kano State Government has demolished the Government House roundabout, which was originally constructed by the previous administration of Abdullahi Ganduje at a cost of N160 million in 2017. According to a statement issued by Malam Bature Dawakin-Tofa, the Press Secretary to Governor Abba Yusuf, professional engineers were consulted prior to … Read more
After Femi Gbajabiamila, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, tendered his resignation, his seat has been officially declared vacant by the current Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas. The declaration came in response to Gbajabiamila’s letter of resignation, which was presented during the plenary session in Abuja on Wednesday as a personal explanation. Upon receiving and … Read more