Nigeria-born professionals of Ondo State origin, resident in the United States, at the weekend commended the state governor, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, for personally rising to the occasion in the wake of hardship protests, by personally interfacing with residents across the state. A select group of the state’s indigenes, at a get-together in Atlanta, Georgia, passed a vote of confidence in the governor, “for leaving the comfort of his office and home, to move round the state, with a view to seeking their understanding on the need to be peaceful and orderly”. In a missive by the Director of Diaspora Matters…
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… with Many others to slug it out on who becomes the next Governor By Tom Garba It’s barely two years and six months to the general elections of 2027, and the political atmosphere in Adamawa State regarding who wants to take over the Governorship seat from Rt Hon Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has begun to sing loud to hearing of everyone. This medium can tentatively report that there are already Bankers, Senators, and others who are renowned politicians in the State scheming out their ways to ensure that the ticket of their party is given to them to contest the…
In light of the recent riots in the United Kingdom, the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, released a statement cautioning that extra care should be taken by anyone who had plans to travel to the UK. The statement, which was signed by the ministry’s spokesperson, Eche Abu-Obehas, read, “There is an increased risk of violence and disorder occasioned by the recent riots in the UK, stemming from the killing of three young girls at a concert (sic). The violence has assumed dangerous proportions, as evidenced by reported attacks on law enforcement agents and damage to infrastructure. “To…
. Massive cops deployment in flashpoints, protest venues nationwide . Organisers tackle FG on rights violations, demand release of demonstrators Hundreds of policemen and security operatives have been deployed in major cities across the country as organisers of the #EndBadGovernance protest prepare for a one million-man march today, Saturday PUNCH has learned. The protest, scheduled to last for 10 days and expected to climax today, has been marred by killings and attacks on protesters and journalists. The nationwide protesters are demanding a reversal of the fuel subsidy removal, an increase in the minimum wage to N250,000, and an end to…
Segun Ayinde, Abeokuta Police in Ogun have arrested 10 members of a kidnap syndicate in Ijebu-Igbo for allegedly killing four persons and burying two in shallow graves after collecting ransom from the families of the victims. The suspects are: Chukwuma Bathelomeu, 40; Igwe Monday, 42; Ifeanyi Mathias, 31; Anayo Simeon, 28; Ayo Adedayo, 46; Chibueze Odah, 41; Ejiofor Nwali, 35; Eke Peter, 22; Monday Paul, 24; and Chukwuma Zainab, 37. They were arrested for crimes bordering on Kidnapping, conspiracy, murder, attempted murder and armed robbery. State Police Commissioner, Abiodun Alamutu, while parading the suspects at the police headquarters, Eleweran, identified…
By Mujeebat Idris The Movie As an Epic House of Ga’a is a captivating historical drama that delves into the life of Bashorun Ga’a, a powerful and notorious figure in the ancient city of Oyo. This film not only explores themes of power, betrayal and vengeance but also vividly brings to life the rich customs and traditions of the Yoruba people. Protagonist Turned Antagonist The story revolves around Bashorun Ga’a, a warrior whose battlefield prowess is matched by his ruthless ambition. Initially lauded for his military victories alongside the Aare of Ajase, Ga’a’s thirst for power quickly becomes his undoing.…
Participants have risen from a Media Rights Agenda (MRA) workshop with a call on governments at all levels and the security agencies to refrain from misusing the various laws and regulations to inhibit, harass and punish journalists for performing their constitutionally assigned duties of informing the society. The participants noted that such cruel practice, which has become rampant against defenceless journalists in Nigeria lately, violates the spirit of the Nigerian constitution and undermines the credibility and legitimacy of the country’s legal system. This and other resolutions were contained in a communique issued at the end of the two-day training workshop…
…threaten lawsuit if ex-gov fails to apologise As the September 21 governorship election draws near, the former governor of Edo State and sitting Senator, Adams Oshiomhole has been challenged to prove his allegations of witches and wizards dominating Ewohinmi, a community in Edo State. The indigenes of Ewohinmi under the aegis of Ewohinmi Development Union have therefore threatened Oshiomhole with a libel suit if he doesn’t apologise and withdraw the statement. The union said as a respected elder in Edo State, Oshiomhole should mind his utterances and stop making oral-diarrhea induced commentaries. “It is not because of politics you tag…
The #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Organising Committee, on Friday, demanded the sacking of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, following the killing of some protesters. The protesters made this demand during a candlelight symposium held in honour of the victims at the Rights House in Ikeja, Lagos. The committee, based at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park in Ojota, Lagos, had declared a three-day mourning for those killed across the country during the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests. As of Friday, the hunger strike intended to last for ten days, has entered its ninth day. Amnesty International has accused security forces of killing no fewer…
Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission has disclosed that Nigeria recorded the payment of N700billion in 87 million cases of bribery in 2023. ICPC Chairman, Musa Aliyu, made this revelation at an event organised by Ahmadu Bello University’s Faculty of Law. Aliyu, who is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), added that within the same period, the country’s rural areas experienced higher frequencies of bribery than urban areas. He described corruption as the most significant impediment to Nigeria’s development, adding that it erodes trust in public institutions, undermines the rule of law, and stifles economic growth. The ICPC…