President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the necessity of an effective local government system for Nigeria’s development. During a meeting with the Yoruba Leaders of Thought at the State House on Friday, he highlighted that transformative governance must address the citizens’ critical needs through a reinforced federal structure. “Effective local government administration is crucial for community…
The Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against Mr. Kanu Ifesinachi Tenison and his company, Vikan Integrated Services Nigeria Limited. They are facing an 11-count indictment before Justice P. M. Ayua of the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The charges include criminal breach…
Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II, once dethroned amid one of the most intense clashes between political and traditional institutions in Nigeria, has made a historic return to his former position as the Emir of Kano. This reinstatement marks a significant twist in his storied career, one that began with his tenure as the Governor of the…
In a recent report, Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals and Resources, announced that Nigeria’s mining sector has generated over N16 billion in revenue. This achievement underscores the Federal Government’s successful diversification efforts, aimed at reducing the country’s reliance on oil and gas. Dele Alake highlighted that the revenue came from various sources, including…
EFCC secures major victory as the he Federal High Court has handed down a significant ruling, ordering the forfeiture of multibillion properties and funds linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. This landmark decision was made by Justice Yellim Bogoro on Thursday, following an ex-parte application by the Economic and Financial…
On May 23, 2024, the former Minister of Aviation, Mr. Hadi Abubakar Sirika, his brother Ahmad Abubakar Sirika, and two companies, Enginos Nigeria Limited and Samahah Integrated Investment Limited, faced the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Garki. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned them on an amended 10-count charge related to…
In a tragic incident that has shaken the academic community, a student of Ebonyi State University, identified as Chidimma Okeke, has reportedly taken her own life after being repeatedly failed by a lecturer. The distraught mother of the deceased brought her daughter’s body to the Ebonyi State university, demanding that the lecturer responsible for her…
Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has leveled serious accusations against Peter Obi, the Labor Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, claiming that Obi has been actively encouraging his supporters, known as ‘Obidients’, to engage in online harassment of individuals with differing viewpoints. The ‘Obidients’ have garnered a notorious reputation for aggressively trolling critics and those holding contrary…
In a significant development, the Nigerian police force, in collaboration with the local vigilante group Askarawa, has successfully apprehended Bashir Bature Kaura, a key informant for bandits operating in Zamfara State. Kaura, whose activities have been instrumental in terrorizing and kidnapping residents, was arrested in a coordinated operation targeting criminal elements in the region. His…
In a functioning democracy, the end of an election marks the beginning of a new phase of governance and nation-building. Ideally, the winner focuses on building the country with support from critical stakeholders, while the opposition plays a vital role in holding the government accountable and providing constructive criticism as often be epitomizes by Atiku…
