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Ganduje Reveals How To End Insecurity In Nigeria
The governor of Kano State, Abdulahi Umar Ganduje, yesterday asked the federal government to address poverty, unemployment, environmental degradation, injustice, corruption, porous borders and small arms proliferation in order to tackle insecurity. He stated this while featuring as the guest lecturer during the 2022 lecture of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association in Ibadan. The governor said the formulation and effective...
Ogun Govt Warns Against Illegal Mining, Vows Stiff Sanctions
Ogun State government has warned illegal miners and dredgers operating within its domain to desist or face legal actions and stiff sanctions. Commissioner for Industry, Trade and Investment, Adebola Sofela, gave the warning at a stakeholders’ meeting with miners and dredgers, at the Ministry’s Conference Room, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. The commissioner represented by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr. Olu. Ola....
Osun Warns Monarchs Of Dethronement Amid Rising Communal Clashes
Traditional leaders in the Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun communities have received a warning from the Osun State Government that if intercommunal conflicts continue in their territories, there will be severe repercussions, including dethronement. Governor Ademola Adeleke issued the warning on Monday following reports of renewed tensions in the conflict-prone areas. A statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, cautioned against...
We Will Continue To Repatriate Almajirai – Northern Governors
Governors from the 19 States in the North under the aegis of the Northern Governors’ Forum have resolved to continue with the exercise with strict compliance to laid down protocols. This decision was made despite the call by some members of the National Assembly that almajirai should not be repatriated to their respective States due to the increasing cases of...
Niger Govt Demands Sermons Approval Before Cleric’s Delivery
Niger State Government has announced a new policy requiring religious preachers to submit their sermons for approval before delivering them in public. Governor Umar Bago confirmed the development during an appearance on TVC’s Politics on Sunday, explaining that the measure is intended to prevent harmful or inciteful messages. “I didn’t ban evangelism… For everyone going to sermon on Friday, he should...
Presidential Election Petition: Peter Obi Closes Case Against Tinubu
Peter Obi and his Labour Party, LP, filed a suit with the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) on Friday, disputing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's victory. Obi and LP are named as complainants in the suit CA/PEPC/03/2023, which challenges Tinubu's election as Nigeria's president on May 29. The petition names the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and...
Atiku, Kwankwaso Call For Justice Over Killing Of Northern Travelers In Edo
Leading political figures Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Atiku Abubakar have called for an immediate investigation and condemnation of the murder of 16 Northern travelers in Uromi, Edo State. The victims, mostly Hausa hunters, were reportedly traveling from Port Harcourt to Kano for Sallah celebrations when they were attacked by a mob and falsely accused of kidnapping. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar,...
Governor Bello Commiserates With Victims Of Bandit Attack In Zamfara
The recent bandit attack that occurred in the middle of the night in Maru town and resulted in the deaths of police officers, vigilantes, and other people has been characterized by Governor Bello Mohammed as heinous, heartless, and a cowardly crime. In a statement, the governor’s special adviser for public education, media, and communications, Zailani Bappa, said that the administration...
Bayelsa Ex-Governor, Sylva Mourns Victims Of Nembe Boat Mishap, Seeks Better Regulations
Former Governor of Bayelsa State Chief Timipre Sylva has expressed shock and sadness over last Thursday’s boat mishap in Nembe, Bayelsa State. The boat was enroute Okpoama, Brass, from Swali in Yenagoa when capsized at Okoroma in Nembe Local Government Council around 1pm. "There are scarcely fit enough words in attempt to console the families of the victims. This tragedy chose...
Tinubu’s Reforms Will Unlock Nigeria’s Potentials, First Lady Assures Nigerians In New Year Message
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed optimism about the nation’s future, describing 2025 as a year of “prosperity and abundance.” In a New Year message to Nigerians posted on X on Wednesday, she called for unity and renewed efforts toward building a thriving nation. Tinubu emphasised the need for collective investment in rebuilding societal bonds and fostering...
