Youths in Ipokia, Ogun State, have appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun to fulfill his promise to complete the abandoned Ogun State Polytechnic project in the area. The polytechnic, approved in 2017 under former Governor Ibikunle Amosun, was part of plans to upgrade MAPOLY to a university. Despite partial construction, the project was stalled after Abiodun […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has reported 112 electricity-related deaths and 95 injuries in 2024, with wire snaps, unsafe conditions, and vandalism identified as major causes. Despite a slight 2.6% drop in fatalities compared to 2023, the report shows distribution companies (DisCos) remain the primary source of safety lapses, accounting for over 90% of […]
The Supreme Court has nullified the decision of the Court of Appeal in Abuja that recognized Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party. Delivering a unanimous verdict on Friday, a five-member panel of the apex court ruled that the Court of Appeal lacked jurisdiction to declare Abure as chairman, as the matter […]
The Chatham House Group, a coalition of young professionals from Kogi State, has commended INEC for its impartiality and commitment to constitutional principles following the dismissal of a petition to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a statement signed by its convener, Abdulrahman Zulqarnien Ozovehe, the group praised INEC’s decision as a “victory for democracy” and […]
The Plateau State Government has strongly condemned the recent wave of violent attacks that occurred in the early hours of April 2, 2025, in Manguno, Josho, and Daffo communities of Bokkos Local Government Area. The attacks led to the destruction of communities and loss of lives. In a statement through Joyce Lohya Ramnap, Commissioner for […]
Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the Special Adviser on Political Matters to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has resigned from his position, and sources within the presidency confirmed. Baba-Ahmed, a former spokesman for the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), reportedly submitted his resignation about two weeks ago. However, it remains unclear whether the presidency has formally accepted his decision. […]
An Area Court in Jos on Friday sentenced Joseph John to six months’ imprisonment for stealing various household items valued at ₦64,800.Justice Shawomi Bokkos delivered the sentence after the convict pleaded guilty to the offence. However, the judge gave him the option of paying a ₦20,000 fine instead of serving the six-month sentence. Bokkos also […]
In response to recent violent incidents, including killings and maiming at the Sagamu Interchange, the Ogun State Commissioner of Police has issued an urgent directive for immediate intervention. Acting swiftly, a coordinated security operation was launched, involving multiple security agencies across the state. The Joint Task Force, comprising operatives from the Nigeria Police Force, SWAT, […]
Operatives of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun Corps, have arrested 28 suspects for allegedly kidnapping over 70 foreign nationals in the state. The victims, all Ghanaians, were reportedly lured to Ondo under the false pretense of securing travel arrangements to Australia. However, upon their arrival, they were held captive and extorted […]
Local Government autonomy is driving impactful grassroots’ development in Adamawa, says Mr Kassah Shalum, Chairman of Guyuk Local Government Area. Shalum, made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Thursday, in Guyuk LGA of Adamawa. ”We must commend Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri who implemented financial autonomy for Adamawa councils’ five […]
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