Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent wave of violence in Benue State, describing the killings as senseless and alarming. In a statement issued on Sunday, Olawepo-Hashim commiserated with the government and people of Benue State following reports that over 100 people were killed in an attack by gunmen…
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has reacted to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to visit Benue State on Wednesday, following the brutal killing of over 200 people in Yelewata village over the weekend. Describing the development as “refreshing news,” Obi thanked the President for finally deciding to visit the affected…
The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has strongly condemned the weekend attacks in Yelewata village, Benue State, North Central Nigeria, where scores of civilians were reportedly killed in their sleep and many others displaced. In a statement delivered by Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq, Guterres expressed deep concern over the violence and called for those responsible…
The Sokoto State Government has expressed renewed commitment to tackling insecurity through both military efforts and non-violent dialogue, as it opens its doors to negotiations with repentant bandits who are ready to surrender and embrace peace. Speaking with journalists in Sokoto, the Special Adviser on Security Matters to the Governor, Col. Ahmed Usman (rtd), said…
Nigeria has recorded a staggering $5.7 billion (approximately ₦8.7 trillion) loss in oil revenue in the first five months of 2025, following consistent underperformance in crude oil production. According to new data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), the country has, for the fifth consecutive…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasized the importance of embracing criticism as a key component of democracy. Speaking during a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday to mark June 12 Democracy Day, the President maintained that democracy thrives on open dialogue and tolerance—even in the face of harsh words. “Do not be afraid…
The children of the late former governor of old Oyo State and ex-Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Bola Ige, have expressed deep appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for bestowing a posthumous national honour on their father. However, they also lamented that justice has yet to be served, as the perpetrators of his assassination…
A potential confrontation looms today, June 12, as the Take It Back Movement moves forward with plans to stage protests at the National Assembly in Abuja and 19 other locations across Nigeria, marking the country’s 26th Democracy Day. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to address a joint session of the Senate and House of…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has cancelled the traditional national broadcast and military parade usually held to commemorate June 12 Democracy Day. While no official reason was given for the cancellation of the military parade, the national broadcast was reportedly rescheduled due to the President’s planned engagement at the National Assembly. According to a statement issued…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed June 30, 2025, for ruling on the bail applications filed by three detained operators of the cryptocurrency platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), over their alleged involvement in a $1 billion fraud. Justice Emeka Nwite fixed the date after hearing arguments from counsel to the Economic and Financial…
