The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, has reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s dedication to prioritizing the welfare and development of women and youths in Nigeria. Speaking at an empowerment program in Kano, which benefited 1,000 women and youths, the minister highlighted the significance of inclusive policies for national progress. The event was organized…
President Bola Tinubu has made significant adjustments to the list of nominees for the South East Development Commission (SEDC) Board, replacing the proposed Chairman, Mr. Emeka Atuma, with Dr. Emeka Nworgu. In a revised submission, the President replaced all three Executive Directors from the original list, added two new Executive Directors, and removed a Board…
The Senate has temporarily suspended discussions on the proposed Tax Reform Bill, pending a crucial meeting with the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) on Thursday, December 5. Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, announced the decision during Wednesday’s plenary, emphasizing the need for further consultations to address concerns surrounding the bill. A special committee,…
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Paris for a three-day state visit at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations across various sectors. The President touched down at Orly Airport at 5:10 p.m. local time on Wednesday. His visit is set to focus on deepening political, economic, and cultural cooperation,…
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has inaugurated a 16-member Assets Verification Committee tasked with assessing the existence, condition, location, and ownership of all state assets. The committee, chaired by Dr. Ernest Afolabi-Umakhihe, was inaugurated at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Benin City. Governor Okpebholo emphasized that the initiative is part of his administration’s…
President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a three-day state visit to France on Wednesday, following an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the visit will focus on deepening political, economic, and cultural ties between Nigeria…
A senior adviser to Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, Lere Olayinka, has urged Dr. Femi Okurounmu, a prominent Afenifere elder, to maintain his role as an elder statesman and avoid partisan commentary on the Rivers State crisis that could undermine his objectivity. Olayinka’s remarks followed Okurounmu’s recent critique of President Bola Tinubu’s handling of…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed Chief Kenneth Udeze as the legitimate National Chairman of the Action Alliance (AA), delivering a significant legal victory to the Udeze-led faction of the party. This ruling comes after an appeal was filed by the faction led by Rufai Omoaje, challenging the legitimacy of the Ondo State…
The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced its resolve to challenge the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 state elections. During a recent address to party leaders from the Ibadan Outer City zone, APC’s Acting Chairman, Alhaji Olayide Abas, emphasized that the party’s focus is on regaining the…
In a move aimed at bolstering his administration’s capacity to address critical issues, President Bola Tinubu on Monday inaugurated seven newly appointed ministers, raising the number of Federal Executive Council (FEC) members to 47. The ceremony took place in the council chamber of Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, following the Senate’s recent confirmation of these appointees….
Nigeria’s former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed concern over the judiciary’s role in escalating tensions in Rivers State following a recent Federal High Court decision in Abuja. The court ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria to suspend all payments to Rivers State, a ruling that Abubakar warns may erode public confidence in the judicial…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has requested the Federal High Court in Abuja to continue the trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello in absentia, arguing that his repeated non-appearance should not delay the judicial process. The request was made on Wednesday by EFCC’s lead counsel, Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, before Justice Emeka…
The Senate, on Wednesday evening, confirmed the appointment of seven ministerial nominees proposed by President Bola Tinubu for roles in the Federal Executive Council (FEC). This decision followed an extended screening session held by the Senate’s Committee of the Whole, where the nominees answered questions on their qualifications and plans. The newly confirmed Ministers include…
The Kano State House of Assembly has confirmed that local government elections will proceed as planned on Saturday, October 26, 2024, despite a Federal High Court ruling that barred the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) from holding the polls. Justice Simon Amobeda of the Federal High Court in Kano had issued a ruling on…
Written and Compiled Daniel Blessing E. The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State. The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on Governor Ademola Adeleke to dissolve the state’s executive council, citing the need for more capable hands to steer the administration. The APC’s appeal comes just weeks before the governor’s midterm…
Senator Basheer Lado, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Senate Matters, has clarified the rationale behind the 2024 National Honours conferred on presiding officers of the National Assembly. Addressing concerns raised, Lado emphasized that the honours were based on established protocols, not an attempt to diminish any individual. President Tinubu, in his Independence Day…
Numerous supporters and members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) staged a protest on Wednesday at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office, contesting the results of the September 21 governorship election. The protesters claimed that INEC was compromised and failed to announce the true results, asserting that their party emerged victorious. Demonstrators displayed placards…
The Presidency has announced that a cabinet reshuffle by President Bola Tinubu is expected imminently. This was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, during a briefing with State House correspondents on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. While Onanuga could not confirm if the reshuffle would…
Felix Osakwe, the 2023 presidential candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), has called on President Bola Tinubu to step down from his role as Minister of Petroleum, citing his administration’s failure to resolve the ongoing fuel scarcity. Osakwe voiced his concerns during a weekend press briefing in Abuja, where he criticized both Tinubu and…
The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) for urging the federal government to declare a state of emergency in the state, intensifying the political debate surrounding Zamfara’s ongoing security crisis. The APC’s call, made on Saturday, was driven by concerns over persistent security challenges in…
Several election observer groups monitoring the Edo State governorship election have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to use its authority under Section 65 of the Electoral Act 2022 to review any poll results that were declared under questionable circumstances or violated electoral regulations. In a joint statement issued by groups including the…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order restraining the Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from proceeding with the planned state congress and elections set for Saturday, September 21, 2024. The decision will remain in effect pending the hearing of a motion…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has requested the endorsement of the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, for the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate, Senator Monday Okpebhole, in the lead-up to the Edo State gubernatorial elections set for Saturday. During a visit to Benin City for the grand finale of the APC’s campaign, Senator Shettima made…
The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has expressed disappointment in President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing the President of failing to meet the expectations of many Nigerians who supported his rise to power. Adams specifically criticized Tinubu’s handling of the petroleum sector, particularly the recent hike in the price of premium motor spirit…
The Nigeria Police Force has apprehended a spy policeman, wearing the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), who was seen in a viral video engaging in political activities while dressed in a Police Spy uniform. The officer was urging the public in Edo State to take action against Governor Godwin Obaseki. In a statement…
The Senate has postponed its planned investigation into alleged sabotage within Nigeria’s petroleum sector, citing the need for broader consultations with key stakeholders. This decision is intended to enhance the value of the upcoming investigative hearing, ensuring a comprehensive review of the issues at hand. In addition to stakeholder input, the postponement was attributed to…
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to invest N110 billion in youth empowerment programs aimed at harnessing the potential of Nigerian youth. Speaking at the fourth Zonal Town Hall meeting for youth in the North East, held in Maiduguri, Borno State, the Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, highlighted the government’s commitment to…
The Federal Government has established a new committee tasked with assessing and managing the various risks facing the nation. This initiative was announced by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Bank of Industry, Dr. Olasupo Olusi, during the annual conference of the Chartered Risk Management Institute (CRMI) in Lagos. Dr. Olusi stated,…
The Kano State Government has issued an order for the immediate closure of all bank accounts operated by its Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), with instructions to consolidate them into a single treasury account. This directive was announced by Governor Abba Yusuf during a meeting held on Wednesday at the Government House in Kano. The…
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has announced that President Bola Tinubu will soon submit the whistleblowing policy to the National Assembly for legislative approval. Edun made this statement during a meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, titled “Implementing the Whistleblowing Policy in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges, and the Way Forward.”…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Tuesday upheld the Federal High Court’s ruling that reinstated Comrade Philip Shaibu as the deputy governor of Edo State, following his impeachment. Shaibu described the court’s decision as a significant win for democracy and the judiciary. The appellate court dismissed the appeal filed by the Edo State House…
