In the wake of the devastating Yelewata massacre in Benue State between late Friday, June 13 and early Saturday, June 14, 2025, where at least 59 people were killed in a brutal attack by suspected herdsmen, President Bola Tinubu has renewed his call for decisive security measures and peaceful dialogue. The President described the killings as “inhuman and anti-progress,” emphasizing the urgent need to restore peace and security in the region. President Tinubu directed the nation’s intelligence chiefs, police, and military to intensify operations in Benue to prevent further bloodshed. His spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, stated that security forces have arrived…
Author: Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
In a heartfelt declaration, the family of the late Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, who once helmed Nigeria’s National Electoral Commission, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for awarding their father a posthumous national honour. The Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) was presented during the June 12, 2025, anniversary event in Abuja, marking the enduring significance of the 1993 presidential election. Prof. Nwosu’s stewardship of the June 12 election, often described as the most transparent and credible in Nigeria’s history, has earned him a revered place in the nation’s democratic evolution. His family, through a press release signed by his…
In a major development set to reshape Nigeria’s fuel supply network, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has declared its plans to start distributing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel nationwide from August 15, 2025. The refinery will deploy a fleet of 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers to boost delivery efficiency and ensure wider access to fuel across the country. The refinery’s distribution offer targets a broad spectrum of beneficiaries, including marketers, petrol station dealers, manufacturers, telecom operators, aviation firms, and other large-scale users of fuel. To support this ambitious rollout, the company will also set up daughter booster CNG…
Nigerian actress and comedian Anita Asuoha, affectionately known as Real Warri Pikin, celebrated Father’s Day in a heartfelt way by publicly honoring her husband’s role as a father and partner. Through a social media post, she expressed deep appreciation for his love, support, and commitment to their family life. The actress described her marriage decision as a pivotal moment in her life. “One of the best decisions I’ve made in life was saying ‘yes’ to my husband. Because, in choosing him, I didn’t just get the most loving partner, I gave my children the best father,” she stated, emphasizing the…
In a major drug interdiction operation, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested Ezemokwe Chukwuebuka Christian, a 44-year-old businessman, at Port Harcourt International Airport on June 7. The suspect was attempting to board a Qatar Airways flight to Tehran, Iran, when a body scan revealed he had ingested 53 wraps of cocaine weighing a total of 1.172 kilograms. The NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed that after the positive scan, Ezemokwe was monitored closely and excreted the cocaine in six separate instances. The suspect admitted involvement in trafficking cocaine between West Africa and Iran for two years. This incident follows…
Seven people, including a toddler and the pilot, perished in a helicopter crash early Sunday morning in Uttarakhand, northern India. The Aryan Aviation Bell 407 helicopter was ferrying Hindu pilgrims from Kedarnath temple to Guptkashi when it went down near Gaurikund, a remote forested area along the pilgrimage route. The helicopter had just completed a short flight from Guptkashi to Kedarnath, landing at 5:18 AM, before departing again at 5:19 AM. It crashed between 5:30 and 5:45 AM, with officials citing poor weather and near-zero visibility as likely factors. The crash resulted in a fire that severely charred the bodies…
In a special Father’s Day message delivered on Sunday in Abuja, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, called on the public, especially women, to provide men with the necessary support and conducive environment to perform their duties as fathers effectively. Marking International Father’s Day—a day dedicated to recognizing the importance of fatherhood and paternal influence—Senator Tinubu praised Nigerian fathers for their commitment to nurturing responsible and compassionate children. “I salute all Nigerian fathers who dedicate themselves to raising confident, responsible, and compassionate children,” she remarked. She also extended her appreciation to men who assume fatherly roles through mentorship and community…
In a keynote speech delivered at the 2nd Annual Daniel Taiwo Odukoya Memorial Lecture on Saturday, former Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo urged Nigerians, especially young people and Christians, to deepen their involvement in politics as a means to foster national transformation. The event, held at The Fountain of Life Church in Lagos, brought together religious leaders, policymakers, and youth advocates to discuss the evolving dynamics between the church and government in Nigeria. Osinbajo acknowledged the negative perception politics holds globally but insisted on its indispensability for leadership and societal influence. “Politics has acquired a bad name, not just in…
Veteran Nollywood actor and former spokesperson for the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council, Kenneth Okonkwo, has publicly accused Peter Obi, the party’s former presidential candidate, of betraying him and contributing significantly to the internal crisis that has plagued the Labour Party (LP). In a widely circulated interview with Symfoni that gained traction on Saturday, Okonkwo, who officially left the Labour Party in February 2025, disclosed that Peter Obi disregarded his counsel and sided with the faction led by Julius Abure, despite warnings about the faction’s questionable legitimacy and undemocratic conduct. Okonkwo stated, “Any politician that knows what he’s doing cannot…
The House of Representatives Joint Committee on Public Account and Public Assets has summoned Minister of Finance Wale Edun and Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso to appear on Monday, June 16, 2025. The summons follows allegations of non-compliance with the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2007 and internal control weaknesses identified in the 2021 audit report by the Office of the Auditor General for the Federation. The joint letter, signed by Bamidele Salam and Ademorin Kuye, chairmen of the respective committees, requests that both officials provide detailed explanations regarding the remittance of operating surpluses by the CBN to the Federation Account,…