The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring that he remains committed to the party despite political tensions and public speculation about his loyalty. Speaking during his monthly ministerial press briefing in Abuja on Monday, Wike emphasized that he remains firmly rooted in the PDP and continues to work hard for the party, even as he occupies a key position in President Bola Tinubu’s APC-led federal government. “I’m still in PDP and I work hard for this party,” Wike stated. The former Rivers State governor also took…
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A growing wave of criticism has trailed the federal government’s elaborate commissioning of a mere 30 kilometers of the ambitious 700-kilometer Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, with prominent political figures and civil society actors questioning the rationale behind what they described as a “costly spectacle” for “token progress.” The former National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Peter Ameh, in a strongly-worded statement described the ceremony as “a rushed celebration of an unfinished dream,” accusing the Tinubu-led administration of prioritizing propaganda over genuine development. The 30-kilometer section, representing just 4.3% of the proposed length of the coastal highway, was unveiled last…
By Muhammed Danjuma Ogwu, Lafia A former Minister of Environment under the Buhari administration, Barrister Mohammed Hassan Abdullahi, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Abdullahi conveyed his decision in a letter dated June 1, 2025, addressed to the APC Chairman of his Uke Ward in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The letter, which was also copied to key party officials, stated that his resignation was based on personal reasons. The former minister thanked the party for the platform it provided over the years and wished the APC well in future political engagements. Confirming the…
By Muhammed Danjuma Ogwu, Lafia The Nasarawa State Government has announced plans to enforce stricter measures in its monthly environmental sanitation exercise following the arrest of 186 individuals for violating the directive in Lafia, the state capital. The arrests were made during Saturday’s clean-up exercise, which restricts public movement between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. to allow residents to clean their surroundings. The offenders, mostly commercial motorcyclists and tricycle operators, were apprehended for moving about in defiance of the sanitation order. Speaking after leading the monitoring team, the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Princess Margaret Elayo, expressed disappointment at…
By Muhammed Danjuma Ogwu, Lafia More than 3,000 youths in Nasarawa State have benefitted from a large-scale skill acquisition and empowerment programme organized by the Centre for Community Action for Peace and Development (CCAPAD), with support from the European Union and other partners. The training, which took place in Lafia, the state capital, brought together participants from three local government areas—Lafia, Karu, and Keffi—and equipped them with practical skills in tailoring, cosmetology, hairdressing, computer literacy, and mobile phone repairs. Speaking at the presentation ceremony for starter packs, CCAPAD Executive Director, Ahmed Salihu, urged the beneficiaries to make the most of…
The Circle of Friends Forum Nigeria has paid tribute to Mrs. Adejumoke Awero Adesina, the late mother of Dr. Kola Adesina, Co-founder of Sahara Energy, who passed away at the age of 84. Described as a matriarch who lived with grace, resilience, and love, Mrs. Adesina’s passing marks the end of a remarkable life that inspired her family and community. Her values and legacy continue through her children and all who knew her. In a statement released in Lagos, the Circle of Friends Forum Nigeria extended its heartfelt condolences to Dr. Adesina and the entire Adesina family. “We stand with…
The Niger State Government has confirmed the recovery of two additional bodies from the devastating flood that struck parts of the state last Wednesday, bringing the official death toll to 153. The latest bodies were recovered on Sunday morning, even as search and rescue efforts remain ongoing across affected areas. The National Emergency Response mechanism, ordered by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has been fully activated and is supporting local response efforts. In a statement issued in Minna on Sunday, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) said the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), in collaboration with local authorities and…
***As FIDA Commends His Leadership and Developmental Strides By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Prof. Salisu Ogbo Usman, has called on parents, educators, government, and religious leaders to be more vigilant in protecting children from the dangers associated with unregulated exposure to digital tools. Speaking as Guest Speaker at the 2025 Nigeria Post/Margaret Ekpo Memorial Lecture and Awards held at the NUJ Press Centre in Lokoja, Prof. Usman delivered a paper themed “Children: Our Future, Our Responsibility.” The Professor of Political Science, with a PhD in Political Economy and Development Studies, said emerging technologies are rapidly…
***Urges Kano Govt to Immortalize Fallen Heroes By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja The Kogi State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of 22 athletes and officials from Kano State, who lost their lives in a fatal road accident while returning from the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF) held in Ogun State. In a condolence message signed by the Acting Secretary of Kogi SWAN, Mr. Olatunde Odimayo, and made available to journalists in Lokoja on Sunday, the association described the incident as a heartbreaking loss to the Nigerian sports community. >…
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja. Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, has assured the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and Nigerians that he is committed to ensuring strict adherence to the rule of law particularly, respect for human rights. Dantawaye gave the assurance when he paid a visit to the Confluence Bar branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Kogi during the monthly General Meeting of the Association at the NBA Conference Hall, Lokoja. He stressed that the NBA and the Police have had a long history of working together for peaceful coexistence and wellbeing of the…