On Tuesday, Ibadan traditional chieftaincy title holders, also known as Mogajis, solicited the help of governors from South West states in combating abduction. They stated that the security coordination required to combat the scourge cannot be done without the participation of governors, particularly in Yorubaland. This event follows previous kidnappings in Oyo State and the…
The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Adegoke Fayoade, has initiated an investigation into the bribery allegation leveled against the Epe Divisional Police Officer, Godwin Okoruwa. Furthermore, the command has directed the officer to “step aside” pending the conclusion of the investigation. Benjamin Humdeyin, the Police Public Relations Officer for the state, communicated this development…
He stated that when the red line rail service is launched in a few weeks, it would help to alleviate vehicle traffic congestion along the areas it serves. The red line train links the Agbado region in Ogun State to Otto in Lagos. Governor Sanwo-Olu made the promise on Thursday, at a high-level meeting with…
Some heavily armed individuals abducted Aondo Ver, a director at the Federal Housing Authority (FHA), Abuja, in the early hours of Thursday, February 1. The incident occurred at 12:30 a.m. at Pambara New Extension, near a military camp and checkpoint in the FCT’s Bwari Central Area. The kidnappers were claimed to have gotten past the…
In a never-ending effort to combat illegal activities in the Niger Delta Region (NDR), Major General Jamal Abdussalam, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, and Land Component Commander of Joint Task Force, South South, Operation DELTA SAFE, has issued a stern warning to vandals and economic saboteurs engaged in illegal oil bunkering….
This was disclosed by Joshua’s pupil, Wiseman Harry, who operates SCOAN in Thessalonica, Greece. The account was suspended on January 29 after openDemocracy complained several videos to YouTube. The BBC, in collaboration with openDemocracy, released a documentary featuring some of the cleric’s former pupils who accused him of rape, forced abortion, manufactured miracles, and torture….
Dr. Kunle Salako, Minister of State for Environment, has charged Dangote Cement with ensuring that its activities comply with environmental and corporate social responsibility legislation. Salako made remarks on Wednesday during a visit to the Dangote Cement plant in Ibese, Ogun State, as part of a familiarization tour. The visit coincided with stakeholder engagement and…
Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has indicated that the Nigeria Air deal under the Buhari administration is currently under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Keyamo also affirmed that the relocation of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) headquarters from Abuja to Lagos will proceed as planned….
Former Grammy nominee David Adeleke, better known by his stage name Davido, is a Nigerian singer who claims he should have been the winner. The musician, who was previously passed over by the Recording Academy, received three nominations for the 66th Grammy Awards, according to the DAILY POST. Davido said in a recent interview with…
Indeed, Gbajabiamila’s journey in both politics and life may seem daunting, but it should not be reason enough for many of his colleagues in politics, and even technocrats, to subtly disdain his character, position, achievements, and continuously strive for his downfall. While his background and ascent in the political and governance spheres may appear lofty…
