News

A forum of former Local Government Chairmen who served during the administration of the late Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State,has congratulated the state's former First Lady, Chief (Mrs) Florence Ajimobi, on her recent appointment as a non-career ambassador by President Bola Tinubu. The forum, popularly known as Team Koseleri, in a statement issued and signed by the group’s Coordinator, Hon. Yekeen Popoola, described the appointment as well-deserved, timely, and a testament to Mrs. Ajimobi’s record of service, integrity, and commitment to national development. Popoola noted that Mrs. Ajimobi has remained an exemplary leader whose influence extends beyond Oyo State,…

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna The 19 Governors of Northern states are scheduled to meet today (Monday, 1 December) over the roiling insecurity in the region. Under their umbrella Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF), led by the Governor of Gombe State, Malam Mohammed Inuwa Yahaya, the meeting will hold at the iconic Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna. A statement by Ibraheem Musa, media aide to Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state, disclosed these. Musa added that Gov. Sani will serve as host of the meeting. The statement further added that "the high-level gathering will also include traditional rulers, security experts, and…

PRESS RELEASE Tinubu’s Expenditure Of ₦17.5 Trillion On Questionable Pipeline Security Is More Than 12 Years Of Fuel Subsidy *President merely robbed Nigerians to pay cronies The report that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) spent a humongous ₦17.5 trillion in just 12 months on “securing fuel pipelines and others” stands as one of the most brazen financial scandals in our nation’s history. For clarity, Nigeria spent roughly ₦18 trillion on fuel subsidy over a period of twelve years — a national programme that directly cushioned millions of Nigerians, stabilised the transport sector, and helped keep food prices manageable.…

By Sylvia Udegbunam, Enugu Enugu State Ministry of Justice organized a one-day capacity-building workshop for its law officers, aimed at enhancing legal efficiency and strengthening justice delivery across the state. The workshop, held in partnership with Nigerian Bar Association Institute of Continuing Legal Education (NBA-ICLE), was described as impactful by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Barr. Ikechukwu Ezenwukwa. Also serving as the Solicitor-General, Ezenwukwa emphasized that the training would help law officers update their legal knowledge, sharpen their skills, and reinforce their commitment to ethical service delivery. In his remarks, Ezenwukwa explained that the workshop offered a valuable platform…

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi A multiple auto crash involving a MAN diesel truck with registration number Taraba ARD 967XA and other vehicles claimed nine lives with others sustaining several degrees of injury on the Katsina Ala highway in Benue State. The accident occured when members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Katsina-Ala branch, allegedly blocked the highway, causing severe gridlock that triggered the fatal crash. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Deputy Superintendent (DSP) Udeme Edet disclosed that "the victims were rushed to Toro Hospital Katsina-Ala for treatment, while deceased bodies…

*Cites Need To Renew Hope, Protect Native Communities Original inhabitants of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), under the aegis of Abuja Original Inhabitants Youth Empowerment Organization (AOIYEO), have appealed to FCT Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, to intervene in persistent land and demolition issues affecting indigenous communities in the nation's capital. In a statement issued by the group, weekend, the FCT natives praised Minister Wike for his commitment to transforming Abuja through infrastructure expansion and urban development initiatives. But they noted that while these efforts are commendable, they have also intensified concerns among indigenous communities whose ancestral lands continue to be threatened…

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Enugu State Government and the European Union (EU) have committed to strengthening their partnerships across various economic sectors. This was made known during a courtesy visit to the State governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, by a delegation of the EU at Government House, Enugu, weekend. The delegation, led by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Mr. Gautier Mignot, also comprised the Ambassador of Belgium to Nigeria, Mr. Pieter Leenknegt, and his Portuguese counterpart, Mr. Paulos Martins dos Santos, among other senior diplomats. Mignot said EU was eager to strengthen…

*'Govt Pays Criminals, Then Denies' *You Can Rally International Community To Help As Govt Has Failed To Protect You, He Charges Nigerians *Amidst Killings, Govt Seems Incapable Of Protecting Us, He Adds By our reporter Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has opened a window of suspicion into the criminality fightback operational dynamics of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, saying rather than "take out" murderous terrorists ravaging the land, it prefers to negotiate with them. Also, he urged Nigerians to understand that they are at liberty to seek help from outside the country when they feel they are not being secured…

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi The Benue State Police Command yesterday commemorated 70 years of women in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The occasion was celebrated in all Police Commands nationwide. The event was to celebrate courage, service, and the evolving contributions of female officers to national security. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the State Command, Deputy Superintendent (DSP) Udeme Edet, disclosed that the three day-long event "showcased a rich blend of engagements designed to honor the legacy of women who paved the way in the Force, highlight the achievements of present-day female officers, and inspire…

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan A governorship aspirant, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, who had, on Tuesday, formally declared intention to contest the 2027 Oyo State governorship election on the ticket of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the party’s state secretariat in Molete, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to the 10th Oyo State House of Assembly, where he also sought the lawmakers’ support for his ambition. Ambassador Oguntoyinbo, widely known for humanitarian advocacy and youth development initiatives, received notable attention at the Assembly, as legislators, political leaders, and party faithful gathered to listen to his vision for the future…