Benue Under Full-Scale Terrorist Invasion, Not Communal Crisis — Tor Tiv tells Tinubu

The paramount ruler of the Tiv nation, Tor Tiv, Professor James Ayatse, has told President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in clear terms that the bloodshed in Benue State must not be mistaken for ordinary farmer–herder clashes or communal disputes. “This is a genocidal invasion and a land-grabbing campaign by terrorists,” the monarch said on Tuesday as the President paid a visit to Makurdi amid growing insecurity in the state. Standing before a crowd that included security...

FG finalizes emergency evacuation for Nigerians stranded in Israel and Iran

The Federal Government of Nigeria has finalized emergency evacuation plans for Nigerian citizens stranded in Israel and Iran following the recent escalation of hostilities between the two nations. The announcement was contained in a statement released by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, late Tuesday night. According to the statement, Nigerian embassies in Tel Aviv and Tehran were actively reaching out to affected citizens and coordinating efforts to ensure their safe...

Kebbi Assembly Begins Review Of Penal Code

The Kebbi State House of Assembly is working with major stakeholders on the review of the state’s Penal Code Law (2021). Hon. Barr. Faruku Abubakar Maisudan, member representing Suru Constituency who disclosed this during stakeholders’ engagement and review meeting held in Birnin Kebbi said the Assembly is committed to updating state laws in line with current realities and ensuring effective and fair justice delivery. Maisudan represented the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Usman Muhammad Ankwe, during the...

Court Grants Ex-CBN Governor Emefiele ₦2bn Bail

A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has granted former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, bail in the sum of ₦2 billion. The bail came on Monday in a fresh case involving alleged fraudulent control of over 700 housing units in Abuja. Emefiele, who served as CBN governor for nearly a decade, is facing an eight-count charge filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The charges centre on a...

Enugwu-Ukwu Agog, as Mega Abattoir Hosts YPP Governorship Candidate

Enugwu-Ukwu town, in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, on Sunday evening, with excitement, received Sir Paul Chukwuma, the Anambra State Governorship candidate of the Young Progressive Party, YPP, and his Deputy, Uzu Okagbue, who were hosted by Chief Michael Onyeka Obidi, the CEO of Mega Abattoir. Sir Paul Chukwuma, who arrived at the Mega Abattoir spot in Enugwu-Ukwu with his Deputy, Uzu Okagbue, and members of his team, was most warmly received by...

Umunnachi Community Expresses Solidarity with the YPP Guber Candidate

Umunnachi community in Dunukofia LGA, on Saturday, expressed their support for Sir Paul Chukwuma, the Young Progressive Party, YPP candidate, and his deputy, Uzu Okagbue, in the November 8, Anambra State Governorship election. This support expressed by the community came as Uzu Okagbue, informed them that he is on the ticket of the YPP with Sir Paul Chukwuma, the party’s candidate. The event, which was held at the civic centre of Umunnachi, was well-attended by...

ADHA To Repeal Law, Extend Tenure Of Local Govt Council

Adamawa State House of Assembly is to repeal the Local Government Administration, System and Establishment Law 2000 to pave way for tenure elongation of Local Government Council Chairmen from 2 to 3 years. The tenure elongation of Council Chairmen was sequel to a letter forwarded to the House by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, seeking the Assembly to repeal a law that will allow for the extension of the  tenure. The letter was read for the...

Gov Zulum Pardon 66 Inmates, Provides Support To 1,280 Others

No fewer than 66 inmates serving various prison terms at the Maiduguri Maximum Custodial Centre were granted state and partial pardons by Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum. The governor also commuted death sentences to life imprisonment and reduced jail terms for other inmates. Zulum made the announcement during a visit to the facility, explained that the decision followed recommendations from the Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy and pledged continued support for...

Gov Fintiri Vows To Restore Electricity To Communities Ravaged By Insurgency 

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to restore electricity supply to Northern Adamawa communities affected by insurgency resulting in disconnection of power supply from public source. Governor Fintiri who stated this on Friday in Gulak, Madagali local government area, emphasized that substantial efforts are already underway to reconnect affected local government areas to the national grid. The areas targeted for power restoration include Madagali, Michika, and parts of Hong...

Presidential System Of Govt, Not Suitable For Multi-ethnic State Like Nigeria – Falae

…Says He Was Robbed Of Victory In  1999 Presidential Election Chief Olu Falae, former Secretary of Government of the Federation (SGF), has said that the presidential system of government is not suitable for a multi-ethnic state like Nigeria, thereby making a case for a parliamentary system of government. Falae, who spoke on Arise TV on Thursday in commemoration of 2025 Democracy Day, listed some of the flaws in the presidential system of government. The former...

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