In a sweeping and meticulously coordinated series of operations across Nigeria, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has scored a major victory in its war against illicit drug trafficking, capturing a long-wanted drug kingpin, intercepting multiple international consignments, and dismantling entrenched networks trafficking in party drugs, opioids, and hard substances. Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, in a statement issued on Sunday, revealed that at the heart of the sweeping crackdown is the arrest of Okpara Paul Chigozie, a 60-year-old drug baron who had evaded justice for over seven years.His reign came to a dramatic end on Sunday,…
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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s handling of Nigeria’s electricity sector, accusing his administration of failing to deliver on key campaign promises made ahead of the 2023 general elections. In a statement issued on Sunday by the party’s Interim National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC expressed disappointment over what it described as “minimal progress” toward providing uninterrupted electricity and ending estimated billing, both of which were central themes in Tinubu’s campaign. Abdullahi recalled a viral campaign video in which Tinubu vowed to provide 24-hour electricity, end the use of estimated billing, and assured…
Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal, the Saudi royal known around the world as the “Sleeping Prince,” has died, nearly 20 years after a devastating car accident left him in a coma. Born into the prominent House of Saud, Prince Al Waleed was the son of Prince Khaled bin Talal and the nephew of billionaire philanthropist Prince Alwaleed bin Talal. Bright, active, and full of promise, the young prince’s life took a tragic turn in 2005 when he suffered severe head injuries in a traffic accident while studying at a military college in London. Since then, he had been…
In a bold leap toward a smarter and more self-reliant Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has empowered 250 young people with hands-on training in drone technology, digital innovation, and future-facing technical skills. The initiative, hosted at her residence in Kogi Central, wasn’t just a skills workshop—it was a glimpse into the future. From piloting DJI Neo drones to analyzing complex datasets, welding with precision, and installing renewable energy systems, the programme delivered high-impact training across critical sectors. Eighty participants were trained in drone security and environmental remediation. Fifty others mastered fabrication techniques. Another 50 explored renewable energy installation. And 70…
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has announced the disbursement of N1.818 trillion to the three tiers of government as revenue allocation for the month of June 2025, drawn from a total gross inflow of N4.232 trillion. This was disclosed at the July FAAC meeting presided over by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, who also led a moment of reflection on the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing it as a national loss that has cast a long shadow of grief across the country. Despite the sober mood, the Committee…
In a landmark appointment that cements his legacy as a respected global statesman, former President of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, has been named the United Nations Global Crisis Envoy. This high-profile role, jointly endorsed by the United States, France, the United Kingdom, China, Russia, and the United Nations, positions Dr. Jonathan at the forefront of international diplomacy and conflict resolution. The appointment mirrors the esteemed position once held by former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, who served as the Middle East envoy on behalf of the UN, EU, US, and Russia. However, Dr. Jonathan’s designation marks a historic milestone…
***As Month-Long Celebration Kicks Off with Outreach, Football Match in Lokoja The Kogi State Government has commended LugardTV for its pivotal role in enhancing public engagement and effectively communicating government activities across the state. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo gave the commendation on Friday through the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. (Mrs.) Folashade Ayoade Arike, during the official flag-off of LugardTV’s one-year anniversary celebrations in Lokoja. The kickoff event, which featured a community outreach and a novelty football match between Team Ododo and Team Kogi All Stars, was held at the Muhammadu Buhari Civic Centre. It marked the beginning…
The Labour Party (LP) Senate Caucus has condemned in strong terms what it described as a reckless and unconstitutional threat by the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, against the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi. The backlash follows reports that Governor Okpebholo declared Mr. Obi’s security could no longer be assured if he visited Edo State again without prior clearance from the state government. This threat appears to be a reaction to Mr. Obi’s recent visit to the state, where he donated ₦15 million to a nursing school without involving the state authorities. In a joint statement…
**Approves Special Prayers in Lafia for Late Former President By Umar Muhammed, Lafia Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State on Saturday led a powerful delegation to Daura, Katsina State, on a condolence visit to the family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The delegation included two former governors of the state — Senator Abdullahi Adamu and Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura — as well as top government functionaries such as the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Labaran Shuaibu Magaji, and the State Accountant General, Dr. Musa Ahmed Muhammed. Also on the entourage was the Emir of Lafia, His Royal…
By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) have chosen their candidates through consensus ahead of the August 15th nationwide by-elections, with focus on the Garki/Babura Federal Constituency in Jigawa State. The by-election was necessitated by the death of Hon. Isah Dogon Yaro, who represented the constituency until his passing on May 9, 2024. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has since fixed August 16, 2025, for the by-election. Both parties conducted separate affirmation primaries on Saturday in Babura Town, the headquarters of the Garki/Babura Federal Constituency. For the APC, Alhaji Rabi’u…