The 2027 Kwara State Gubernatorial Race Welcomes All Candidates, Says Afonja Descendants
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The 2027 Kwara State Gubernatorial Race Welcomes All Candidates, Says Afonja Descendants

In a statement released to the press on Sunday, Alhaji Abdulkarim Olola-Kazum, the President of Afonja Descendants Union (ADU) in Kwara State, announced that the upcoming gubernatorial election in 2027 is open to all aspirants regardless of their geopolitical background. Olola-Kazum emphasized that there has never been any official mandate or agreement to reserve the governorship for a specific district in the state. He asserted that the forthcoming gubernatorial competition is inclusive, allowing all interested aspirants to vie for the position on their preferred platform. Rejecting the idea of rotational governorship or preferential treatment for particular groups, Olola-Kazum highlighted that such practices contradict the democratic principles that the state upholds. He emphasized t...
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Breaking News: Ex-Everton top executive confirms Toffees’ keen interest in Iheanacho

Confirmation has come from former Everton CEO, Keith Wyness, regarding the club's avid interest in acquiring the services of Kelechi Iheanacho. Rumors are rife that Iheanacho is set to part ways with Leicester City on a free transfer during this summer window. The Nigerian footballer's contract with the Foxes is due to expire by the end of June. It has been speculated that the 27-year-old has caught the eye of several clubs, both domestically and internationally. Wyness is convinced that Iheanacho possesses the necessary qualities to excel in the Premier League, especially after his successful stint with Leicester City in the Sky Bet Championship. Expressing his thoughts to Football Insider, Wyness stated, "I firmly believe he could make a significant impact for Premier Lea...
Call for Niger Delta Development by Governor Diri
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Call for Niger Delta Development by Governor Diri

During the weekend, Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State advocated for a reassessment of the country’s revenue allocation system to align with the principles of fiscal federalism. Governor Diri expressed concern over the current practice where states rich in resources, particularly in the Niger Delta, receive only 13% as derivation for their resources, stating that this unbalanced federalism approach has impeded states' development. He made these remarks in Houston, Texas, where he was honored with the 'Icon of Unity and Social Justice' award by the Ijaw National Congress, INC-Americas, representing Ijaws in the United States of America and Canada. Appreciating the recognition, Governor Diri commended the preservation of Ijaw traditions and culture even in foreign lands by the organiz...
APC Claims Fubara Did Not Support Tinubu in Election
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APC Claims Fubara Did Not Support Tinubu in Election

In the 2023 Presidential Election, the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of not voting for President Bola Tinubu. The allegation was made by Chief Tony Okocha, the Chairman of the APC Caretaker Committee in the state, in a statement released on Sunday. Stating that "Siminalayi Fubara did not vote for Tinubu in the 2023 Presidential Election," Okocha criticized Fubara's attempts to gain political advantage by showing support for President Tinubu for the 2027 election. Referencing the election results from the governor's polling unit at Ward 5, unit 8, Opobo/Nkoro LGA, Rivers State, Okocha emphasized his claims. Since October 30, 2023, Rivers State has been facing a political crisis that was brought to light by an explosion...
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Nigerian Government emphasizes the importance of a unified approach to national security

Hajia Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, the Minister of State for Police Affairs, stresses the necessity of a cohesive strategy for national security and calls for active involvement from all sectors of society in developing security plans. During a meeting with members of the Technical Committee on Strengthening Security in Nigeria, led by Major General Abdulmalik Jibrin (rtd) at the Ministry of Police Affairs headquarters in Abuja, she urged the committee to engage with local communities to ensure grassroots participation in security strategies. In a statement signed by the Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations in the ministry, Bolaji Kazeem, the minister praised the committee for its clear objectives and expressed full support for its policy implementations and reform initiativ...
Former Benue Military Administrator, Obademi, Mourned by Governor Alia
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Former Benue Military Administrator, Obademi, Mourned by Governor Alia

The passing of Group Captain Joshua Obademi, former Military Administrator of Benue State, has brought sorrow to Governor Hyacinth Alia. Expressing his grief through a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, and disseminated to the press in Makurdi on Saturday, Alia extended his sympathies. He disclosed that Obademi, a native of Ondo State, breathed his last on Friday, May 10, 2024, at the age of 73. Obademi assumed the role of Administrator in Benue during the era of the late Gen. Sani Abacha, holding office from December 1993 to August 1996. Alia highlighted Obademi's notable efforts in advancing the development of Benue, particularly in empowering women with functional literacy within the state. The literacy initiative, as Alia emphasized, played a crucial r...
Former Rivers Commissioner Claims Fubara’s Career Hindered by Wike
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Former Rivers Commissioner Claims Fubara’s Career Hindered by Wike

Alabo George-Kelly, a former Commissioner of Works in Rivers State, has criticized Governor Sim Fubara for his ongoing feud with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike. George-Kelly alleged that Fubara could have reached a Level 14 civil servant position in the Rivers State Ministry of Finance if it weren't for Wike's interference. During an interview with Channels Television, the ex-commissioner, who is aligned with Wike, stated that the FCT minister had promoted Fubara to various high-ranking positions including DFA, Permanent Secretary, Accountant-General, and eventually governor. George-Kelly emphasized the importance of acknowledging those who have supported one's career progression, saying, “We must not forget about those that helped us to climb." He adde...
Success: 17 kidnapped passengers rescued in Katsina by troops
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Success: 17 kidnapped passengers rescued in Katsina by troops

Following a distress call received on May 11, 2024, at around 12:00 pm, a coordinated effort by multiple security forces led to the successful rescue of 17 male passengers who were abducted in the Solar General Area of Batsari LGA, Katsina State. A trustworthy military source reported that the Nigerian Army Team 9 troops, in conjunction with the Katsina Police Command, State Community Watch Corps, Special Hunters, and local hunters from Batsari, quickly mobilized and were deployed to the location. Upon reaching the scene, the combined security forces confronted the violent extremists in a gun battle. Unable to withstand the superior firepower of the security forces, the extremists abandoned the abducted individuals and fled into the nearby bush. All the kidnapped passengers were succe...
Police in Benue State Issue Ban on Covering Vehicle Plate Numbers
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Police in Benue State Issue Ban on Covering Vehicle Plate Numbers

In a recent development, the Benue State Police Command has declared that the act of covering vehicle plate numbers by motorists and motorcycle owners is now considered illegal within the state. This directive was communicated through an official statement by the Benue State Police Command's Public Relations Officer, SP Catherene Anene. The statement highlighted the increasing prevalence of this practice in the state, emphasizing the potential security risks it poses. SP Anene pointed out that criminals could exploit the obscured plates to commit crimes and evade detection. Under the orders of the Commissioner of Police, CP Hassan Steve Yabanet, all Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders, and Divisional Police Officers have been mandated to seize vehicles with covered number plates for f...
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      Former Benue Military Administrator, Group Captain Joshua Obademi, Mourned by Governor Alia
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Expressing deep sorrow, Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has shared his condolences on the passing of former Military Administrator, Group Captain Joshua Obademi. A statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, and distributed to the press in Makurdi on Saturday, conveyed the news that Obademi, originally from Ondo State, passed away at the age of 73 on Friday, May 10, 2024. During the military rule of Late Gen. Sani Abacha, Obademi held the position of Administrator in Benue from December 1993 to August 1996. Governor Alia highlighted Obademi’s significant role in advancing the development of Benue, particularly his efforts in promoting functional literacy among women in the state. The literacy initiative was noted to have a posit...