In a moment of triumph for justice and the fight for equity, Dele Farotimi, a key figure in Nigeria’s advocacy for good governance, has been reunited with his family in Lagos. Farotimi’s return follows the fulfillment of the bail conditions that had kept him separated from his loved ones, marking a significant victory for his supporters. The Obidient Movement has expressed immense gratitude to all those who contributed to Farotimi’s release, with Dr. Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the movement, acknowledging the dedicated efforts of the legal team, supporters, and activists who remained resolute in their pursuit of justice. “This…
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Tensions flared at the University of Abuja on Tuesday as protesting professors condemned the controversial process for selecting a new Vice-Chancellor. The demonstration took a violent turn when security operatives allegedly assaulted a Channels Television crew covering the protest. Witnesses reported that the journalists were manhandled, their vehicle vandalized, and detained for over an hour. The aggrieved professors accused the university’s management of conducting a flawed and opaque selection process, calling for immediate reforms and fairness in appointing the institution’s next leader. While the university authorities have yet to respond to the accusations, security presence on campus has been intensified…
After meeting his bail conditions, prominent human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, has regained his freedom from the correctional center in Ekiti State. Farotimi was released on Tuesday morning, following last week’s ruling by a magistrate court in Ado-Ekiti, which granted him bail on the condition of a ₦30 million bond, two sureties (one of whom must own property), submission of his passport, and a ban on granting media interviews. Addressing journalists shortly after his release, Farotimi reaffirmed his commitment to truth and denied ever spreading falsehoods against anyone. “It is not ever an easy journey when you are fighting evil,”…
A Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Iyaganku, Ibadan, has ordered the remand of three individuals in connection with the tragic stampede that claimed several lives at Bashorun Islamic High School last week. Those remanded include the school’s principal, Mr. Abdullahi Fasasi; the proprietor of Agidigbo FM, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat; and Naomi Silekunola, the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ile Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi. Presiding over the case, Chief Magistrate Olabisi Ogunkanmi ordered that the suspects be remanded at the Agodi Correctional Center pending further legal advice from the state prosecutor. The suspects are facing a four-count charge, with…
By Our Correspondent in Minna A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State and former Commissioner for Information, Culture, and Tourism, Hon. Jonathan Vatsa, has commended Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago for signing into law the Niger State electricity bill, describing it as a landmark decision. The bill, officially named “The Niger State Power Sector Law 2024”, was signed into law last week at the Council Chamber of the Government House, Minna. It establishes the Niger State Electricity Regulatory Commission, the Niger State Electricity Company, and the Niger State Electricity Agency, with operations set to commence on December…
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace energy-saving habits to cushion the impact of soaring electricity tariffs and economic difficulties. Speaking during his maiden presidential media chat on NTA Monday night, Tinubu advised citizens to actively manage their electricity consumption to reduce costs. “It’s not negative to learn to manage. You learn to control your electricity bill—switch off the light. Let’s learn to manage,” the president said from his Ikoyi residence in Lagos. The president’s remarks come amid mounting frustration over the recent hike in electricity tariffs and the removal of fuel subsidies, which have triggered inflation and economic…
The Labour Party (LP) has expressed deep concern over the recent spate of deadly stampedes across Nigeria, describing them as signs of a growing hunger epidemic in the country. In a statement issued by the party’s National Secretary, Alhaji Umar Farouk, the party lamented the loss of at least 65 lives in separate incidents in Oyo and Anambra states as well as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Farouk noted that the incidents, which involved food distributions and public events, highlight the severe level of hunger and desperation among Nigerians. “About 40 children died during a stampede at a carnival in…
Fear and panic gripped residents of Emure-Ile in Emure Local Government Area, Ekiti State, after gunmen ambushed a commercial bus transporting travellers from Onitsha, Anambra State, to Ado-Ekiti on Sunday night. The heavily armed attackers dragged the passengers, including the driver, Mr. Sunday Emmanuel, into the bush, leaving behind some children whose cries attracted passersby early Monday morning. A source at the Road Transport Employer Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) disclosed that the kidnappers have contacted the driver’s family, demanding a staggering N30 million ransom for each victim. “They let me speak with the driver briefly before stating their demands,” the…
It was a day of intellectual engagement as Professor Ahmad Muhammad Tsauni of the Department of Economics, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences, Bayero University, Kano delivered a compelling Professorial Inaugural Lecture titled “Economic Progress on a Tightrope.” The lecture, which marked the 51st in the series, was held on Thursday, 19th December 2024, at the Convocation Arena and attracted a large and diverse audience. It served as a call to critically examine Nigeria’s economic trajectory and chart a more sustainable and inclusive path to growth. Professor Tsauni, a distinguished economist and scholar, attributed Nigeria’s underdevelopment to an overreliance on…
The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has bestowed its prestigious Award of Excellence on Mrs. Georgina Humphrey, the Head of Political and Current Affairs at Radio Nigeria’s Kapital FM, in recognition of her exceptional contributions to promoting urban and regional planning initiatives in Nigeria. Mrs. Humphrey, a respected journalist and advocate for sustainable development, also received a special honor for amplifying the Institute’s commitment to best practices in urban development and planning. While accepting the award, Mrs. Humphrey expressed gratitude to God’s grace and wisdom for guiding her career. She remarked: “Doing what gives me joy, I never knew…