Tag: Investigation

Kehinde Fajobi President Bola Tinubu, in Riyadh on Monday, called for an immediate end to Israeli aggression in Gaza, stressing that “empty condemnations” will not resolve the ongoing conflict. Addressing the extraordinary Arab-Islamic Summit, Tinubu warned that the conflict, which has gone on for too long, has caused significant suffering. He stated, “The conflict in…

Kehinde Fajobi The combined debt of Nigeria’s 36 states rose to ₦11.47 trillion by June 30, 2024, according to the Debt Management Office (DMO), reflecting a 14.57% increase from ₦10.01 trillion in December 2023. This increase persists despite the states’ allocations from the Federal Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) and their internally generated revenues (IGR). The…

Kehinde Fajobi On Monday, Justice A. O. Lajide of the Oyo State High Court adjourned a high-profile case between Iba Gani Adams, the Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, and Yoruba Nation advocate, Chief Sunday Adeyemo (commonly known as Sunday Igboho), to January 14, 2025. The case, Suit No: M/1006/2024, involves Adams suing Adeyemo for an alleged…

The Kremlin dismissed a recent report by The Washington Post claiming that Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump held a phone conversation last week regarding the ongoing Ukraine conflict. On Sunday, The Washington Post reported that Trump spoke by phone with Putin on Thursday, allegedly urging him to avoid any actions that…

Kehinde Fajobi Suspected vandals have damaged the 330kV Lokoja-Gwagwalada transmission line 1, disrupting power supply to Abuja, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) confirmed on Sunday. According to a TCN statement, the incident occurred in the early hours of November 9, 2024, affecting three transmission towers. “Early on Saturday, TCN engineers attempted to re-energise the…

Abdulmumin Jibrin, the representative for Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency in Kano State, has voiced strong optimism that President Bola Tinubu’s controversial tax reform bills will secure approval in the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation has sparked significant debate, particularly facing opposition from Northern regions, and the National Executive Council has even advised the president to…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a strong warning to state governments that have failed to implement the new national minimum wage, directing its members in these states to commence an indefinite strike starting from December 1, 2024. The announcement came after the NLC’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting over the weekend, during which…

In a shocking turn of events, players of Rangers International FC were reportedly attacked by angry Plateau United fans following a goalless draw between the two sides in a tense Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) encounter on Sunday. The match, which ended in a stalemate, saw Plateau United fail to secure a win on home…

Kehinde Fajobi The Emir of Kano, His Highness Khalifa Muhammad Sanusi II, has called on Nigerian judges, particularly Supreme Court justices, to dispense justice with a deep sense of integrity and accountability to God. Speaking at a public discourse in Lagos on Saturday themed “Ethics, Morality, and the Law,” Sanusi advised judges to be mindful…

Kehinde Fajobi Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, reaffirmed his commitment to removing shanties in Abuja to improve security across the capital. Speaking to residents of a shanty settlement in the Wuye area on Sunday evening, Wike highlighted the security risks posed by informal settlements, where residents are often unidentifiable. He also…

Edo Queens marked their debut in the CAF Women’s Champions League with a commanding 3-0 victory over Ethiopia’s CBE FC, showcasing their skill and intent on the continental stage. The Nigerian club put on a stellar performance away from home, leaving no doubt about their ambitions in the competition. Essien E. opened the scoring just…

Arsenal’s recent struggles in the Premier League continued Sunday as they played out a 1-1 draw with Chelsea in the highly anticipated London derby. The result marked Arsenal’s fourth consecutive league game without a win, raising doubts among fans and pundits about their title aspirations this season. The Gunners, who were once close contenders, now…

In a recent address, the presidency, through Special Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga, voiced strong criticism toward former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, urging him to shift focus from political ambitions to constructive dialogue on Nigeria’s pressing issues. This exchange signals the deepening political tension and highlights the contrasting visions between Nigeria’s current leadership…

Kehinde Fajobi Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, the newly appointed Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, has set a clear political objective: to deliver Kano State back to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections. Ata made his intentions known during his first visit to Kano after being sworn into the Federal Executive…

Bayelsa United delivered a significant upset by defeating Rivers United 1-0 on their home turf in Port Harcourt. The victory marked a difficult moment for Rivers United led by head coach Finidi George, as they succumbed to a second consecutive loss, following another recent defeat. The shock victory reflects Bayelsa’s determined form as they secured…

Kehinde Fajobi Chief Olabode George, former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has urged Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to take decisive action to end the growing harassment and extortion faced by traders in the state. In an open letter to the governor, George voiced grave concern over the daily suffering of…

Kehinde Fajobi The Acting Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has arrived in Sokoto for his first operational tour of the 8th Division’s Area of Responsibility. During his visit, he is set to meet with the Sultan of Sokoto and other key stakeholders in the region. General Oluyede will also address troops involved…

Tinubu has granted full oversight responsibilities to Ministers of State over agencies under them amongst whom are Minister of State for Defence Dr. Matawalle, Water Resources and Sanitation, Minister of State for Agriculture and others will henceforth enjoy full oversight responsibilities over such agencies. President Bola Tinubu at FEC Meeting has approved that ministers of…

Kehinde Fajobi Less than 48 hours before his inauguration, Edo State Governor-elect Senator Monday Okpebholo accused outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki of fleeing Benin City and abandoning governance. In a statement released on Sunday by his media aide, Godspower Inegbe, Okpebholo alleged that Obaseki left the Government House in an unmarked bus last Friday. “As of…

Kehinde Fajobi With the Ondo State governorship election approaching on November 16, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has reassured residents of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to a peaceful and orderly election across all local governments, wards, and polling units. Egbetokun confirmed that extensive plans are in place, including deploying skilled personnel, advanced…