By Uhuru Samuel Adaji, Jalingo The Taraba Concern Citizens (TCC), a pressure group operating in Taraba has accused the chairman Taraba state Special Taskforce on Illegal Mining and Deforestation, Brigadier General Jeremiah Faransa (Rtd) of destroying the states owned mining equipment worth Billions of Naira at Akwana community in Wukari local government area of Taraba State. The Coordinator, TCC Comrade Emos Tijani call on Governor Kefas to come out clear to inform the people of the state why a Taskforce established by his government would destroy equipment worth Billions of Naira which was procured by the same government. Governor Agbu…
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By Ehichioya Ezomon Reproduced herein is a draft of the article intended for Monday, July 22, 2024, before it’s “overtaken” by the Thursday, July 18, 2024, alleged attempt by political thugs to “assassinate” either or both of court-reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Philip Shaibu, and the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the September 21, 2024, Edo governorship election, Senator Monday Okpebholo (APC, Edo Central). The focus of the KIV-ed article is the favourable judgment that Shaibu got from the Abuja Federal High Court, restoring him to his Office, and whether Governor Godwin Obaseki – who…
A group under the aegies of National League For the Defense of Democracy and Accountability has urged the Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia to address the security situation in the state headlong. This is as they also asked him to purge himself of baseless allegations and unnecessary blame game over the continued killings of innocent people in Benue state. It further said the Governor’s continuous shades and bulk passing are clear Indications of ineffectiveness and lack of political will to deal with the incessant attacks witnessed in Sankara, Gwer West and other parts of the state. The Civil society organisation…
***’You can’t tell people to tighten their belts when you are living large’ ***Wants 2025 budget to reach NASS for scrutiny by September Honorable Member representing Aba North/Aba South, Alexander Mascot Ikwechegh9 has advised the Federal Government to direct the funds for clamping down on protesters over the EndBadGovernance planned protest to empower them to learn one skill or the other so they can be self reliant. The Nigerian Government has been employing all known tactics, subtle and physical force including propaganda to ensure the EndBadGovernance protest billed for 1St August does not hold. Speaking against the backdrop that the…
***Says, LP members are confused due to lack of leadership ***Says, protest is a democratic right of citizens, but must remain peaceful ***LP describes Okonkwo as a mole Actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo and a die-hard supporter of the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 polls, Peter Obi has moved against him for not speaking out against the NWC of the party whose tenure has elapsed and has refused to quit. The LP had been enmeshed in crises over leadership tussle with the Labour Unions who midwived the formation of the party over alleged derailment from its original purpose…
From John Adams, Minna The National president of the Boys Brigade of Nigeria, Professor Samson Duna has indicated that the lack of moral training is largely responsible for the growing rate of youth restiveness and security challenges in parts of the country. Professor Duna who traced some of the security challenges bedevilling parts of the country and the growing rates of cyber crimes among the youths to lack of moral training, believed that most of the current high level indiscipline in the society will be curtailed if attention is given to the moral training of the youths. Professor Duna stated…
The Executive Chairman Of Bwari Area Council, Hon (Dr) John Gabaya, has congratulated his wife and First Lady of the Council, Hon (Mrs) Lami Ann Gabaya, on her birthday, describing her as a dependable partner and loving wife, mother. His Chief Press Secretary, Agada Ernest Godwin in a statement indicated that, Gabaya while Praying that God grants the first Lady joy and peace, quoted him to have indicated that, “Sharing life with you is such a blessing and a privilege. I pray this year brings you more joy and peace. May God continue to bless and keep you. He Said,…
***fears possible outbreak of cholera, epidemic diseases. By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja. Rebaissance Care and Empowerment Foundation (RECEF Nigeria), a Civil Society Organization, has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating state of cleanliness and waste management in Kogi, particularly in the capital city of Lokoja. Executive Director of RECEF Nigeria, Amb. Idris Ozovehe Muraina, expressed the concern in a statement titled: Urgent Call to action to avert outbreak of diseases and ensure effective environmental waste management in Kogi State. Muraina feared that the situation could result in an epidemic as dirt and uncleared wastes have taken over major streets of Lokoja…
***says, he served humanity The Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has indicated that the sudden death of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah left him shocked and devastated. Writing on his X handle on Saturday the LP standard bearer in the 2023 polls, recalled his last discussion with the Distinguished Senator early this month, how he showed eagerness to serve humanity. “I received a rude shock, this morning, the news of the death of my dear younger brother, and Senator Representing Anambra South Senatorial District, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. “We were all together on July 12, at the burial…
***As Akpabio, Barau, Kalu express grief The Nigerian Senate on Saturday announced the Demise of Senator Ifeanyi Uba, who until his passing represented the Anambra South Senatorial District. The late business tycoon, football administrator turned politician, died at the age of 53 in London. A statement by the Senate’s Spokesman, Senator Yemi Adaramodu said, “It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that the Nigeria Senate announces the passing of our esteemed colleague, Senator Ifeanyi Uba. “Senator Uba was an exemplary leader, a committed public servant, and an indefatigable advocate for his constituents. His untimely departure represents a significant loss…