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Reflecting on 100 Days in Office: Key Achievements of Governor Ododo

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Reflecting on 100 Days in Office: Key Achievements of Governor Ododo

During his initial 100 days as Governor, Usman Ododo of Kogi State has highlighted various accomplishments, including a significant meeting with National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu. Another noteworthy achievement Ododo mentioned was his first courtesy visit from the Ife-Olukotun Community in Yagba East Local Government Area. The Governor also emphasized his active involvement in important gatherings such as the Progressive Governors Forum in Abuja and a joint session with the Governors of Kogi, Ondo, and Taraba alongside Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari. Ododo shared his list of achievements as Kogi State Governor through an official X handle post on Thursday, accompanied by an infographic featuring his photograph. In his statement, he expressed commi...

Insightful Interview on Minimum Wage: FG, Labor Dialogue and Economic Perspectives by Former Presidential Candidate, Adebayo

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Insightful Interview on Minimum Wage: FG, Labor Dialogue and Economic Perspectives by Former Presidential Candidate, Adebayo

Amidst the ongoing debates between the Federal Government and Organized Labour regarding the necessity of an increase in the national minimum wage, Social Democratic Party's candidate in the 2023 presidential election, Prince Adewole Adebayo, views the dialogue as akin to the economics of a farm. According to Adebayo, both sides are approaching the issue from a microeconomic standpoint, focusing solely on their respective industries' interests. He emphasizes that the core issue stems not from the adequacy of wages but from the challenges related to purchasing power. During an interview with NewsNow, Adebayo also shared his views on the prevailing fuel crisis and proposed solutions, among other topics. A Paradigm Shift in Minimum Wage Discussions In the realm of economics, the discussion...

Senator Jimoh Ibrahim urges Tinubu to disband cabinet

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Senator Jimoh Ibrahim urges Tinubu to disband cabinet

With a strong stance, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim representing Ondo South senatorial district, has advised President Bola Tinubu to promptly dissolve his current cabinet. Expressing his opinion on Channels Television’s Politics Today show, Ibrahim, a member of the Senate's Appropriation Committee, highlighted the lack of effectiveness within President Tinubu’s ministerial team. In his words, Ibrahim emphasized the necessity for a revamped cabinet consisting of individuals with profound expertise, categorizing the current cabinet members as below par. Citing the economic challenges faced by the nation during Tinubu's tenure, Ibrahim stressed the need for a change, stating, “If the status quo remains, the burden will only escalate, to the detriment of our country. It’s imperative to introd...

Abiding to the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Highway – David Umahi

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Abiding to the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Highway – David Umahi

David Umahi, Minister of Works, reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal Government to the timely completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Katsina-Kano Federal Highway under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope agenda. Umahi made this statement during a courtesy visit from Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani in Abuja on Tuesday. During the event, the minister mentioned that he had received a directive from President Tinubu to develop a program that would ensure the project's completion within the coming year. He assured the governor that the project, which was inherited from the previous administration, would be divided into three sections and initiated promptly. According to a statement released by the minister's special adviser on media and publicity, Uchenna Orji, Umahi said, "The first 38 ki...

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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The Court Rules That ICPC Has Authority to Investigate and Prosecute Delta State Officials

A recent ruling by a Federal High Court in Asaba, Delta State, has confirmed that the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, is empowered to investigate and prosecute officials of the Delta State government involved in alleged corrupt activities. In a suit brought by the state's attorney-general, the powers of ICPC under Sections 6 and 28 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000 (ICPC Act) were challenged regarding the investigation of state finances and the summoning of Delta State officials for questioning during inquiries. The plaintiff argued in Suit FHC/CS/165/2023 that according to sections 120, 121, 122, 123, and 125 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), only the Delta State House of Ass...

Edo Police Apprehend 8 Suspects for Allegedly Stealing Transformers and Tyres

8May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Edo Police Apprehend 8 Suspects for Allegedly Stealing Transformers and Tyres

In Edo State, 8 individuals have been taken into custody by the Edo State Police Command regarding the alleged theft of transformers, 12 tyres, and a truck. During a parade in Benin City on Wednesday, the State Commissioner of Police, Funsho Adegboye, disclosed that the suspects were apprehended for charges related to armed robbery and malicious damage. The arrested suspects were identified as Lazarus Ifeanyi, Nnamdi Osita, Celestial Eze, Lucky Nwosu, Obidiwe Ekene, Uche Onu, Okorie, Ekene Onyedika, and Frances Okafor. The arrest stemmed from a petition filed by Collins Oboh Osamuyimen, reporting an incident where unknown armed individuals invaded Colosa Concrete Pole Company in Evbuomoma Community, Benin City. They proceeded to tie up the security guards and absconded with two electr...

Court upholds ICPC’s authority to investigate and prosecute Delta State Government officials

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Court upholds ICPC’s authority to investigate and prosecute Delta State Government officials

Deciding in Asaba, Delta State, a Federal High Court has affirmed the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) holds the power to investigate and prosecute officials of the Delta State Government implicated in corrupt activities. The State's Attorney-General had lodged a lawsuit contesting the Commission's authority under sections 6 and 28 of the ICPC Act 2000 to probe state finances and summon Delta State officials for questioning during inquiries. In the case numbered FHC/CS/165/2023, the plaintiff argued that according to sections 120, 121, 122, 123, & 125 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria as amended, only the Delta State House of Assembly and the Auditor General of the State were authorized to scrutinize the state's finances and request document...

Bode George on PDP Crisis: How to Address the Wike and Atiku Disagreement

8May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Bode George on PDP Crisis: How to Address the Wike and Atiku Disagreement

Former National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Southwest, Bode George, has given insights on resolving the rift between the party’s potential 2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. In an appearance on Arise Television, George highlighted that there was a trigger for the disagreement between Wike and Atiku. He emphasized that Wike's actions should not be misconstrued as working against the party, affirming his status as a genuine PDP member. Addressing concerns about Wike's role in the PDP, George suggested the need for a thorough assessment of the situation to understand the root cause of the division. George defended Wike's participation in the APC-led government by referenci...

8May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Seven suspects accused of murder and conspiracy face trial

In connection with an alleged murder and conspiracy, seven men were brought before an Akure Magistrate’s Court by the Police. The accused individuals are Daniel Babalola (39), Olatunji Abiola (27), Lawal Muheez (40), Shinal Ojo (45), Akinyeye Babawale (41), Lucky Akparobi (42), and Michael Ayegbajeje (31). They are charged with eight counts including conspiracy, theft, and murder. According to the Police Prosecutor, Insp Adeoye Adesegun, the defendants, along with others still at large, allegedly conspired unlawfully in Ondo town to commit a felony. Adesegun stated that Babalola and his associates are accused of killing Olagoke with a stick and stone on October 2, 2023, at Oboto Farm in Ondo, and stealing a TVS motorcycle valued at N450,000. He further mentioned that Babalola, Muheez,...

Senator Ibrahim Seeks Court Intervention to Nullify Aiyedatiwa’s APC Governorship Nomination in Ondo State

8May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Senator Ibrahim Seeks Court Intervention to Nullify Aiyedatiwa’s APC Governorship Nomination in Ondo State

In a legal move, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim has taken the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to a Federal High Court in Abuja. The case revolves around the contentious primary election that led to Aiyedatiwa's emergence as the APC candidate for the upcoming November elections. Representing Ondo South in the Senate, Ibrahim is urging the court to void Aiyedatiwa's nomination due to alleged irregularities in the primary election held on April 20. He claims that the election violated provisions of the 1999 Constitution, Electoral Act 2022, and was marked by several discrepancies. Senator Ibrahim, a gubernatorial aspirant in the primary election, contends that certain delegates were not prope...