Kano Government Decries Millions in Revenue Lost Due to Durbar Cancellation The Kano State Government, via Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Tajo Usman, has expressed deep concern over the financial impact of the repeated cancellation of the popular Durbar festival tied to Sallah celebrations. During a modified Hawan Nassarawa homage ceremony at the […]
President Tinubu to Bestow National Honours on Distinguished Lawmakers on June 12 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will confer national honours on a select group of lawmakers during an upcoming state event scheduled for June 12, which also marks Nigeria’s Democracy Day. The ceremony aims to acknowledge and celebrate the public service contributions of these legislators. […]
Ondo PDP Accuses Governor Aiyedatiwa of Abandoning Akeredolu’s Projects The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has accused Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of neglecting several key development projects initiated by his late predecessor, Rotimi Akeredolu. Core Allegations: The PDP notes that over ₦35 billion was approved in July 2024 for asphalt surfacing on roads across four […]
“We’ll Guard This Vibrant Heritage,” Ogun Governor Vows at Ojude Oba Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to protecting and elevating the annual Ojude Oba festival, describing it as a beacon of cultural identity and economic promise for the Ijebu people and beyond. Speaking during Friday’s final procession, Abiodun celebrated the […]
Katsina PDP Faction Eyes 2027 Coalition to Unseat Ruling APC A prominent faction within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Katsina State has announced that it is in advanced discussions with other political parties to form a formidable coalition aimed at dislodging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from power in the state and at […]
Police and NSCDC Clash Over Nasarawa Mining Site Operations Tensions have escalated between the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) over jurisdictional authority at a mining site in Nasarawa State. The dispute centers on enforcement actions taken against illegal mining activities in the region. The NSCDC, through its specialized […]
Governor Alia Accuses Politicians of Sponsoring Violence in Benue Communities Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has alleged that certain politicians, particularly those based in Abuja, are orchestrating the ongoing violence and banditry in the state’s Sankera axis, which includes Katsina-Ala, Ukum, and Logo Local Government Areas. He emphasized that these attacks are perpetrated by local […]
Abia State Intensifies Flood Preparedness Measures Under Governor Otti’s Leadership In response to forecasts indicating potential flooding in 11 out of its 17 local government areas, Abia State, under the leadership of Governor Alex Otti, has embarked on comprehensive measures to mitigate the anticipated disaster. The Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) and the Nigerian Meteorological […]
Makinde Advocates Single-Term Tenure for Political Office Holders Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has renewed his call for a constitutional amendment to institute a single-term tenure of five or six years for elected political office holders, including the President, governors, and legislators. He argues that such a reform would allow leaders to focus on […]
No Feud Between Alaafin and Ooni – Palace Clarifies Missed Visit The palace of the Alaafin of Oyo has refuted speculations of a rift with the Ooni of Ife, stating that the missed visit to the Ooni’s palace was due to scheduling conflicts and not any form of animosity. A close palace aide, Prince Oladele […]
Afenifere Faction Calls for Tinubu’s Impeachment Over Lagos-Calabar Highway Project A faction of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has called for the impeachment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, citing alleged constitutional breaches and conflicts of interest related to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. The group expressed concerns over the awarding of the project’s contract to […]
Zamfara Government Urges Continued Prayers to Combat Banditry In a statewide broadcast on Friday, the Zamfara State Government called on residents to persist in their prayers for an end to banditry and insecurity plaguing the region. The appeal was made during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, emphasizing the importance of spiritual intervention alongside ongoing security efforts. The […]
Dangote Lightheartedly Corrects MC Over Title in President Tinubu’s Presence During the inauguration of the Lekki Seaport Access Road on Thursday, June 5, billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote humorously corrected a Master of Ceremonies (MC) who introduced him as the “President of Dangote Group” in the presence of Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Taking the microphone after […]
Eid-el-Kabir: President Tinubu Calls for National Unity and Prayers for Troops President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, compassion, and collective responsibility during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. In his message, he emphasized the importance of praying for the nation’s troops, who are making extraordinary sacrifices to ensure the country’s security. “We must also […]
Gunmen Attack Agunechemba Security Facility in Anambra, Kill One Operative In the early hours of Thursday, June 5, unidentified gunmen launched a coordinated assault on the Agunechemba security facility in Umunze, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The attack resulted in the death of one vigilante operative and left several others injured. Eyewitnesses […]
Kaduna Experiencing Improved Security, Says NDA Commandant Major General Abdul Khalifa Ibrahim, Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), has stated that Kaduna State has seen significant improvements in security over recent months. He emphasized that while progress has been made, continued efforts are necessary to achieve comprehensive safety across the state. During a courtesy […]
Eid-el-Kabir: Yahaya Bello Urges Nigerians to Embrace Unity and Compassion Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir to foster unity, compassion, and peaceful coexistence across the nation. In his Eid message, Bello emphasized the importance of collective prayers for the peace, unity, and stability of Nigeria. […]
Katsina First Lady Distributes Eid-el-Kabir Relief to 6,000 Residents In celebration of Eid-el-Kabir, Katsina State’s First Lady, Hajia Zulaihat Dikko Radda, has provided food items and cash assistance to over 6,000 vulnerable individuals across the state’s 361 political wards. This initiative, carried out in collaboration with Hasene International Organisation and Baris Charity Foundation Nigeria, aimed […]
Cross River Governor Swears In New Accountant-General and Surveyor-General In a significant move to bolster administrative efficiency and transparency, Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has inaugurated Dr. (Mrs.) Glory Effiong as the new Accountant-General and Mr. Patrick Edet Bassey as the new Surveyor-General. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Government House in Calabar, […]
Shettima, Atiku, and Dignitaries Attend Prof. Jibril Aminu’s Funeral in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima led a distinguished group of dignitaries at the funeral prayers (Jana’iza) of Professor Jibril Aminu, held at the National Mosque in Abuja on Thursday, June 5. The late elder statesman, who passed away at the age of 85, was a […]