In a scathing rebuke, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, to desist from insulting elder statesmen if he hopes to earn similar reverence in the future. Frank, who made this statement in Abuja, described Wike’s recent verbal attacks on prominent figures—including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, former Rivers Governor Dr. Peter Odili, and Labour Party’s presidential candidate Mr. Peter Obi, as an affront to decency and decorum. “Wike needs thorough soul-searching and a mental…
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In a decisive move to enhance governance and improve service delivery, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has dismissed five commissioners from his cabinet and nominated replacements. The development was announced in a press statement on Tuesday by Mukhtar Gidado, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor. According to the statement, the reshuffle reflects the administration’s commitment to injecting fresh ideas and energy into governance to tackle emerging challenges effectively. The commissioners affected by the shake-up included Commissioner of Education Jamila Dahiru, Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Abdulhameed Bununu, Commissioner of Information and Communication Usman Danturaki,…
In a sweeping move to reinforce its zero-tolerance stance on corruption, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed 27 officers for fraud and misconduct. The EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, revealed on Monday in Abuja that the officers’ termination followed recommendations by the staff disciplinary committee, which were ratified by the Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede. Olukoyede reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to integrity and accountability, emphasizing that no officer is above the law. “Every allegation against any EFCC staff will be thoroughly investigated,” he stated, referencing an ongoing probe into a $400,000 claim involving an unidentified staff member and…
In a decisive move against urban vandalism, operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have dismantled a syndicate responsible for large-scale theft and destruction of public infrastructure in Abuja. Fifty suspects were arrested, and millions of naira worth of stolen manhole covers, solar panels, and high-voltage cables were recovered in what authorities have tagged one of the largest crackdowns on infrastructure theft in recent times. FCT Commissioner of Police, Tunji Disu, while parading the suspects, revealed that the arrests followed weeks of surveillance and intelligence gathering. The operation targeted hotspots in Kabusa, Garki, Mabushi, and Wuse, where thieves…
By Ehichioya Ezomon Monday, January 13, 2025, is a day of reckoning for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and its candidate in the September 21, 2024, governorship election in Edo State, Dr Asue Ighodalo. On that date, the party is expected to begin the process of proving that Ighodalo, and not Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC), won the poll. The PDP’s made all the claims, leveled all the allegations, and may’ve successfully pled its petition before the court of public opinion. But it’s no longer time for rhethoric, as reality has set in at the Edo…
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, has commended the administration for rejecting economic prescriptions from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, advocating instead for homegrown solutions to Nigeria’s economic challenges. Speaking at an event hosted by Chief Sunday Ugwu in Arochukwu Local Government Area, Kalu argued that Nigeria’s economic transformation requires locally-driven reforms rather than foreign templates. Highlighting progress under Tinubu’s leadership, the Senator pointed to the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, exchange rate unification, and petrol subsidy removal as key steps toward sustainable growth. Kalu emphasized that Tinubu’s willingness to take tough,…
The Obidient Movement has strongly condemned the recent remarks by Mr. Felix Morka, the APC National Publicity Secretary, describing his comments as reckless and a dangerous precedent for Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking on Arise TV on January 5, 2025, Mr. Morka asserted that “Peter Obi has crossed the line so many times and he has what’s coming to him, and whatever he gets, he should manage it.” This statement, the movement insists, constitutes a veiled threat to Mr. Obi’s life and safety, as well as an assault on the fundamental principles of democracy. The coordinator of the Obidient Movement Dr. Yunusa…
In a bold move to fortify security and curb rising crime rates, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has pledged full support to the newly-appointed Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, to sustain peace and development across the state. During a courtesy visit to Government House, Uyo, the governor emphasized his administration’s dedication to proactive policing, unveiling plans to deploy at least one security operative in every village to serve as a community intelligence hub for the Nigeria Police. Governor Eno lauded CP Azare’s return to the state, citing his previous role as Deputy Commissioner of Operations as an…
Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, Senator Solomon Adeola Olamilekan, has revealed that efforts to pass critical tax reform bills temporarily distracted the National Assembly from adhering to the January-to-December budget cycle. However, he assured Nigerians that lawmakers are working tirelessly to meet the January 31, 2025 deadline for the passage of the 2025 Appropriation Bill. Responding to concerns about the loss of the January-December budget cycle, Senator Adeola clarified that the budget review timetable remains unchanged. He emphasized that deliberations are being fast-tracked to meet the proposed deadline. Adeola acknowledged that legislative attention had shifted due to the…
***Transparency, Stakeholder Input Take Center Stage As the Senate prepares to reconvene on January 14, 2025, focus shifts to the pressing task of scrutinizing and approving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s N49.7 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill within a tight timeframe. Lawmakers have agreed to suspend plenary for two weeks to prioritize budget defense sessions and consultations, underscoring their commitment to fast-tracking the process. Senator Solomon Adeola Olamilekan, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, laid out an ambitious schedule, targeting January 31, 2025, as the tentative date for budget passage. In a move to enhance accountability, a budget retreat involving civil…