Police Arrest Suspect Linked to Attack On Emir’s Convoy

A suspect linked to the killing and attack on vigilante members during the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II after Eid prayers has been arrested. The incident which occurred on Sunday, March 30, 2025, led to the tragic death of a vigilante member and injuries to another. The Kano State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, said that Usman Sagiru, 20, of Sharifai Quarters was apprehended in connection with the attack....

Re-electing Tinubu In 2027 Will Be Sad Commentary On Nigeria – Osuntokun 

Mr. Akin Osuntokun, a former Director-General of the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Campaign Council has said it will be a sad commentary on Nigeria if President Bola Tinubu is re-elected in 2027  Osuntokun, a former Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) spoke on the backdrop of a mega coalition of some opposition politicians challenging Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next presidential election. He said, “If Tinubu wins the...

Outgoing Corps members urged to go home after service

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) serving in Bauchi state particularly, female Corps members have been urged to return home to their parents after completing their service. On Thursday, Mrs. Rifkatu Yakubu, Bauchi State Coordinator of the scheme, called during the distribution of National Service certificates to corps members who completed the one-year mandatory service. The coordinator addressed the 2024 Batch ‘A’ Stream 11 female corps members. She said: “Ladies, please remember that your boyfriends are...

Insurgency: Gov Fintiri Advocates Setting Up Of Mobile Police Base, Counter Terrorism Unit

Due to activities of insurgents that ravaged some parts of Northern Adamawa State in recent years, the Governor of the state Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has called for the establishment of Mobile Police Base and Counter Terrorism unit in Madagali local government area to boost the fight against Boko Haram Insurgency. The Governor made the plea Thursday while receiving Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun at the Government House Yola, assured him of more collaboration...

President Tinubu to Mark 73rd Birthday with National Prayer Session

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will mark his 73rd birthday on Saturday with a special prayer session at the National Mosque in Abuja. The prayer, scheduled for Friday, will focus on national peace, progress, and prosperity, aligning with the President’s commitment to spiritual reflection and divine guidance in leadership. In a statement released by the State House on Thursday, the President expressed gratitude to God for preserving and strengthening him in his leadership role. “I am...

Atiku’s camp challenges EFCC over money laundering allegations

President Bola Tinubu’s associates have been warned by the Atiku Abubakar Media Office to desist from campaign of calumny against the former Vice President. The media office on Thursday, while reacting to the allegations of money laundering, challenged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to make public the outcome of its investigation. The statement reads, “We at Atiku Media Office have taken note of reports in a section of the media that the Governor of Lagos State,...

Knocks on Dave Umahi Over Comments During Anambra Visit

The Minister for Works and former governor of Ebonyi State, Engr. Dave Umahi has come under intense criticism over his comments during a recent visit to Anambra to flag off a continuation of the Second Niger Bridge project. During this visit, the Minister was reported to have said shortly after he was hosted in the Anambra State Government House, that there is no opposition in Anambra State. This comment has infuriated his party members to...

Federal Govt To Ban Importation Of Solar Panels

The federal government has announced plans to ban the importation of solar panels as part of efforts to promote local production and drive Nigeria’s clean energy transition. Uche Nnaji, Minister of Science and Technology disclosed this during the unveiling of the NEV T6 electric buses in Abuja. He emphasized that the initiative aligns with Presidential Executive Order No. 5, which aims to promote local content in science, engineering, and technology. “Nigeria is already making substantial...

PANDEF Commends Tinubu For Signing South-South Development Commission Bill

Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has commended President Bola Tinubu for signing the South-South Development Commission Bill into law. The sociocultural and political organisation has in a press release on Wednesday signed by its National Chairman, Ambassador Dr. Godknows Boladei Igali, stated that the action has boosted the confidence of its people in the commitment of the Federal Government to promote regional development across the country. The statement...

“Our People need Empowerment,” LP lawmaker, Hon. Paul Obu reflects on stewardship

In this exclusive interview with the West African Pilot News, the honourable member of Anambra State House of Assembly representing Orumba North constituency, Hon. Paul Obu, said that the people must be empowered. Elected nearly two years ago on the platform of the Labour Party, Hon. Paul Obu was the only Labour Party candidate who won an election in the whole of Anambra South senatorial zone in 2023. Reflecting on the journey, Hon. Obu bared...

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