Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has thrown his weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s decision to abolish the fuel subsidy, describing it as a “courageous” move that was overdue. During a courtesy visit by Senators Orji Uzor Kalu and Chris Adighije, Otti stressed the importance of supporting Tinubu’s economic reforms. Otti highlighted his longstanding advocacy for subsidy removal, referencing his published opinions during the global pandemic. “It requires somebody with courage to remove that subsidy, and I am in support of it,” he said, acknowledging the pain of economic corrections after years of mismanagement. He urged citizens and politicians alike…
Author: Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed plans to extend his contract with Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr, quashing speculation about a possible exit. The Portuguese superstar told Fabrizio Romano on social media, “My future? Basically, nothing is gonna change. Staying at Al Nassr? Yea,” signaling his readiness to sign a new deal. Since his arrival in December 2022 on a lucrative contract, Ronaldo has transformed Al Nassr’s fortunes and raised the profile of Saudi football worldwide. His influence has attracted other top talents to the league, enhancing its competitiveness and visibility. Ronaldo’s recent success with Portugal, winning the Nations League, further…
Borno South Senator Ali Ndume has distanced himself from the recent endorsement of President Bola Tinubu by 22 APC governors for the 2027 presidential election, warning that history might repeat itself as it did with former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015. Jonathan, despite the backing of 22 PDP governors, was defeated by Buhari in a significant electoral upset. Ndume, speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, revealed that he left the Presidential Villa’s Banquet Hall when the governors endorsed Tinubu, stating, “I was there for a summit and when I realised it was not a summit and voice vote was put…
Abuja’s Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has warned that 34 foreign embassies risk closure on Tuesday due to unpaid ground rents accumulated over 11 years, totaling N3,662,196. The FCTA’s publication revealed many diplomatic missions have not paid since 2014, leading to revocation of thousands of properties for non-payment spanning 10 to 43 years. On May 26, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike ordered enforcement against defaulters, but President Bola Tinubu granted a 14-day grace period ending Tuesday for settling outstanding ground rent. Defaulters will incur penalties of between N2 million and N3 million depending on location, according to Chijioke Nwankwoeze, Director of…
President Bola Tinubu has officially declared an end to his displeasure with Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, stating that “all his sins” are forgiven. The President’s announcement came following a heartfelt appeal by the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), who met with Tinubu this afternoon to intercede on the Governor’s behalf. Alhaji Tajudeen Olusi, Chairman of the GAC, greeted the President warmly upon his arrival in Lagos and acknowledged the tension that had been apparent between the President and some state officials, particularly Governor Sanwo-Olu. Olusi’s appeal was for clemency and reconciliation, highlighting the need to move past grievances for the…
The Ondo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of intentionally neglecting and abandoning the unfinished projects left by his late predecessor, Rotimi Akeredolu. The PDP’s Director of Media and Publicity, Leye Igbabo, issued a statement on Sunday expressing concern that the governor is destroying Akeredolu’s legacy due to political vendetta. The PDP alleged that Aiyedatiwa boasted about his authority to stop projects that do not please him and suggested that beneficiaries should finance their completion. The party warned that such actions undermine the government’s continuity principle and damage public infrastructure. In a swift…
The Federal Government (FG) has officially declared Thursday, June 12, 2025, a public holiday in observance of Democracy Day, marking 26 years of uninterrupted democratic governance in Nigeria. This announcement was made public on Sunday through a statement signed by Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the FG, extended congratulations to Nigerians on this milestone. He described June 12 as a date representing “our historic journey to building a nation where truth and justice reign, peace is sustained, and our future assured.” Reflecting on Nigeria’s…
The cultural heart of Ijebu Ode beat strongly on Sunday, June 8, 2025, as the Ojude Oba Festival unfolded with its usual grandeur. Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun made a notable appearance, donning a traditional Yoruba dansiki that captured the festival’s spirit. A video posted by the governor on his official X page showcased him in the flowing garment, complemented by a Yoruba cap that added a touch of regal finesse. His confident and graceful bearing reflected the pride of the Ijebu people in their cultural heritage. Governor Abiodun’s message accompanying the video read: “We are getting set as we…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will address a joint session of Nigeria’s Senate and House of Representatives on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja. The occasion marks Democracy Day, a national holiday commemorating the June 12, 1993 presidential election, which is widely celebrated as the most credible election in Nigeria’s democratic history. The election was won by the late Chief Moshood Abiola but was annulled by the military government under General Ibrahim Babangida, an act that delayed Nigeria’s democratic progress. House of Representatives Spokesman Akin Rotimi confirmed in a Sunday statement that members have been formally…
In a recent crackdown, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intercepted a consignment of psychoactive drugs disguised as green tea. Femi Babafemi, the agency’s spokesperson, shared the news via X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, cautioning Nigerians about the deceptive packaging. He explained, “This consignment is a green tea import in packaging and on the outside but if you drink it, you may lose your mind because the real and undisclosed content is psychoactive substances as discovered by #ndlea_nigeria officers in one of our latest seizures. Shine your eyes.” The NDLEA’s discovery highlights the need for increased public awareness and…