Obi has the support of three northern governors says Kayode Ajulo

NewsNigeriaPoliticsObi has the support of three northern governors says Kayode Ajulo

Beloved John (Staff Writer)September 24, 2022

Kayode Ajulo, a human rights lawyer, has said three northern governors have indicated an interest in supporting Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP). Ajulo said this on Friday in an interview with NAN in Abuja. He, however, did not list the names of the governors. “I am aware of three governors from the north who have given indications to support him. “I will still say Peter Obi is not ready to...

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Tinubu advised me to go for senate after PDP presidential primary loss — Wike

NewsNigeriaPoliticsTinubu advised me to go for senate after PDP presidential primary loss — Wike

Beloved John (Staff Writer)September 24, 2022

Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers, has said Bola Tinubu, presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), had advised him to contest for a seat on the senate after the outcome of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential primary. Wike said this on Friday in an interview with Channels Television. According to him, he rejected the suggestion because he did not contest the PDP primary to settle for a vice-presidential or senatorial ticket. “Let me...

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Two Die As Three-Storey Building Collapses In Anambra

LifestyleLocalNewsNigeriaTwo Die As Three-Storey Building Collapses In Anambra

PilotnewsSeptember 24, 2022

Two persons have been confirmed dead while two others narrowly escaped death as a three storey building under construction collapsed at Ibolo, Oraifite, Ekwusigo Local Government Area. The building which was at roofing stage collapsed to the ground while work  was in progress. Speaking to newsmen who visited the scene, a survivor, Mr. Ositadinma Chukwuleta, narrated his lucky escape, and revealed that while adjusting the woods used for the casted parapet, he noticed the building...

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Lagos State to Observe Car Free Day on Sunday

LocalNewsNigeriaTravelLagos State to Observe Car Free Day on Sunday

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)September 24, 2022

The Lagos State Government says it is collaborating with the Lagos Urban Development Initiative (LUDI) to observe the first ever ‘Car Free Day’ in Lagos on Sunday. The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde, said this in a statement through the Deputy Director, Public Affairs Unit of the Ministry, Mrs. Bolanle Ogunlola, in Lagos on Friday. Oladeinde said the initiative was to create awareness about the benefits of active and inclusive means of...

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INEC Release Names Of Presidential, National Assembly Candidates

NewsNigeriaPoliticsINEC Release Names Of Presidential, National Assembly Candidates

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)September 22, 2022

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the names of presidential and national assembly candidates for the 2023 general elections. The commission in a statement on Tuesday said it approved the final list of candidates “in accordance with section 32(1) of the Electoral Act 2022 and item 8 of the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2023 general election.” For the Presidential election, all 18 political parties have fielded candidates and running mates. “For...

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Anambra Govt Seals 12 Hotels, Banks, Companies Over Non Payment Of Tax

NewsNigeriaPoliticsAnambra Govt Seals 12 Hotels, Banks, Companies Over Non Payment Of Tax

PilotnewsSeptember 22, 2022

Anambra State Government has sealed- off some establishments operating in Awka and Onitsha, over noncompliance with tax payments. No fewer than twelve hotels, banks and companies were sealed through the Anambra State Internal Generated Revenue Services, (AIRS) following a court order to seal off the business premises. Prominent among the facilities sealed were, Awka Microfinance bank, AC Peterson Electronics Showroom, Quintana Suites, ANIDS transport company, Obalende and Kasorina hotels all in Awka, while AIICO Insurance...

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Chairman of the Labour Party says Obi’s manifesto will be released next week

NewsNigeriaPoliticsChairman of the Labour Party says Obi’s manifesto will be released next week

Beloved John (Staff Writer)September 22, 2022

Pat Utomi, chieftain of the Labour Party (LP), has said the manifesto of Peter Obi will be released before the campaigns start next week. Utomi disclosed this on Wednesday during an interview with Vanguard. “There is a manifesto ready and it will be released before the campaign starts. We have it but we decided to keep it secret until campaigns start,” Utomi said. “Those who understand what structure means know that LP has better structure...

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Tambuwal named interim chair of Nigeria Governors’ Forum as Fayemi bows out

NewsNigeriaPoliticsTambuwal named interim chair of Nigeria Governors’ Forum as Fayemi bows out

Beloved John (Staff Writer)September 22, 2022

Aminu Tambuwal, governor of Sokoto, has been appointed the interim chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF). This was announced on Thursday at the meeting of the national economic council (NEC), in Aso Rock villa, Abuja. Tambuwal takes over from Kayode Fayemi, governor of Ekiti, who has served as chairman of the NGF since he was sworn in for a second term in office in October 2018. According to a statement by Abdulrazaque Bello-Barkindo, NGF...

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“I won’t leave PDP” — Wike vows as party crisis escalates

NewsNigeriaPolitics“I won’t leave PDP” — Wike vows as party crisis escalates

Beloved John (Staff Writer)September 22, 2022

Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers, has said the current happenings in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will not make him leave the party. He said this on Thursday during a meeting with PDP stakeholders in Rivers state. According to him, the recent developments would not make him leave the party. The Rivers governor added that it is wrong for the party’s presidential candidate, national chairman, and presidential campaign DG to be from the same region....

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APC Chairman Adamawa State Resigns

NewsPoliticsAPC Chairman Adamawa State Resigns

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)September 17, 2022

Following his impeachment by 25 members of the state’s working committee of the All Progressives Congress in Adamawa, citing alleged gross misconduct and abuse of office. The chairman of the party, Ibrahim Bilal, tendered his resignation and the letter was endorsed by the National Vice Chairman Northeast, Comrade Mustapha Salihu. The letter which contained apologies for inconveniences his decision might cause his supporters said he would be grateful to cease becoming the chairman immediately. “I write...

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