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Rotimi Amaechi, Former Minister of Transportation, recently expressed deep frustration regarding the escalating hunger and economic hardship affecting Nigerians. During an address, Rotimi Amaechi emphasized the severity of the current situation, noting that even individuals like him, with considerable influence and resources, are struggling to meet basic needs such as affording diesel. He urged citizens…

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike expressed his dissatisfaction with the state of Nigeria’s judiciary, accusing it of failing to assert its independence. Nyesom Wike, a former governor of Rivers State, noted that while many speak about judicial independence, the judiciary itself has yet to fully embrace and defend this principle. His frustration stems from what he…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) apprehended a 41-year-old Canadian woman, Adrienne Munju, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos, for attempting to smuggle a significant quantity of synthetic cannabis into Nigeria. Munju, who arrived on a KLM airline flight from Canada, was arrested during the inward clearance process on Thursday, 3rd October…

In a major crackdown on cybercrime activities, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 33 suspected internet fraudsters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The operatives of the Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate carried out a sting operation targeting hideouts in the Iwofe and Ogboro areas of the city. The arrests were made based on…

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike addressed the ongoing political tension surrounding the support for the incumbent governor, Siminalayi Fubara, by key figures in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Nyesom Wike, who is now the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), made it clear that the efforts to challenge his influence within the party are futile….

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully intercepted an enormous consignment of opioids and cannabis, valued at a staggering N14.9 billion. This operation took place at the Tincan port complex in Lagos, where a total of 25 million pills of tapentadol, an opioid three times stronger than tramadol, were discovered alongside…

The internal dynamics of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have taken a new twist as its governors are increasingly split between two opposing factions—those supporting the party’s acting National Chairman, Umar Iliya Damagum, and those opposing him. The pro-Damagum faction has rallied significant support from key governors, with Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Ahmadu Fintiri…

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed,a PDP Governor has responded firmly to recent threats made by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, vowing that Bauchi would not succumb to any crisis attempts. Wike had warned Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors to stay out of the ongoing dispute between him and Rivers State Governor,…

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi has unveiled a strategic plan within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) aimed at reshaping the party’s leadership ahead of the 2027 elections. According to the governor, the PDP’s governors and the National Working Committee (NWC) are in talks to have the current Acting Chairman, Umar Damagum, step down. The goal…

The Dangote Refinery, a major player in Nigeria’s petroleum industry, has released the projected prices for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at NNPC Retail Stations nationwide for September 2024. These prices vary significantly by region, reflecting transportation costs, demand, and other logistical factors. The pricing information shows a notable difference between northern and southern states, with…