A tense political controversy has erupted following statements from Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo directed at Peter Obi, a former governor and presidential aspirant. A trending video clip shows Okpebholo warning Obi not to visit Edo without prior permission, implicitly threatening his safety. The Obidient Movement swiftly condemned the governor’s words, emphasizing the constitutional provisions that guarantee freedom of movement across Nigeria. Nana Kazaure, spokesperson for the movement, remarked on the gravity of the governor’s remarks, calling them a breach of both legal and democratic principles. Kazaure pointed out the troubling precedence such threats set, recalling a similar incident where…
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The International Council For Ifa Religion has moved to challenge the Ogun State Government and the late Awujale’s family regarding the manner in which the monarch’s burial was conducted. The council contends that the Islamic funeral rites employed diverged from the statutorily and traditionally prescribed Yoruba burial customs. Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona’s passing on July 13, 2025, at the age of 91, was marked by an Islamic burial, a choice that has sparked widespread dissent from traditional Yoruba custodians and the ICIR, as reported by credible sources. In a statement jointly issued by ICIR’s top officials, the council referenced a…
The Kaduna State Police Command has intervened to halt a birthday rally planned by Labour Party supporters in honor of Peter Obi, citing security threats posed by potential hijacking of the event by criminal actors. The police’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, revealed that intelligence reports warning of planned disruption motivated the decision. These criminal elements allegedly aim to exploit the rally to ignite violence and disturb the peace. The police’s directive aligns with a broader suspension of all political rallies and gatherings across Kaduna State as mandated until INEC officially authorizes political events to begin. DSP Hassan elaborated…
Four individuals have perished in Kano’s Dawakin Tofa area after drowning in a waterway obstructed by debris related to nearby railway construction activities. The incident was confirmed by the Kano State Fire Service, with an official statement issued by Public Relations Officer Saminu Abdullahi. The call for assistance arrived late Friday afternoon from Rabiu Yusif, who alerted the fire service to a drowning in a localized blocked sewer at Zangon Kaya. Abdullahi recounted that two people had initially entered the water to swim and became stuck. Two additional people tried to aid them but also got trapped. Rescuers and community…
At Nigeria House in New York, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres marked his condolences at the death of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, affirming the late leader’s critical contributions to national and regional stability. Guterres’ signing of the condolence register symbolized the UN’s solidarity with Nigeria during a period of mourning. The Secretary-General’s tribute described Buhari as a paragon of “selfless service” with dedicated leadership that strengthened governance structures within Nigeria and championed peace across the African continent. He further highlighted Buhari’s commitment to global cooperation, stating, “President Buhari was a great supporter of the United Nations and a…
The workforce of Ogun State has firmly declined Governor Dapo Abiodun’s recent offer to end the ongoing indefinite strike centered on the non-payment of pension contributions amounting to over N82 billion owed to workers. During an extensive seven-hour emergency meeting in Abeokuta on Friday, organized labour representatives from 25 affiliated unions undertook a thorough review of the government’s proposals surrounding the contributory pension scheme (CPS), arrears of leave allowances, wage adjustments, and staff promotions. The unions’ statement emphasized that despite engagement with the governor in the prior day’s meeting, “the Council-in-session is displeased with the resolve of the state government…
In a move that bridges political legacies with administrative reform, President Tinubu has appointed Muhammad Babangida, the son of Nigeria’s ex-military ruler, to head the Bank of Agriculture. The announcement, made through a presidential statement released by Bayo Onanuga, included several appointments to federal positions across Nigeria. With a solid educational background, Babangida comes into office at age 53, armed with a degree in Business Administration, a Master’s in PR and Business Communication, and a Harvard certificate in corporate governance. Other significant figures appointed to public institutions include: Lydia Kalat Musa – Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority Jamilu Wada…
Prof Ibrahim Gambari, the former Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, has shed light on the informal methods some officials used to circumvent established memo protocols and communicate directly with the president. Gambari revealed that although Buhari had publicly instructed that all internal memos pass through his Chief of Staff, some close aides had identified vulnerabilities in the system and exploited them. “They knew his weak moment, they knew when to smuggle (memos) because they knew him as they interacted with him informally,” Gambari explained during his recent interview on Channels Television. Gambari, who served from May 2020 to…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has warned of a possible surge in cholera, yellow fever, and dengue fever cases following flood predictions by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). NiMet had earlier flagged Sokoto, Kaduna, Zamfara, Yobe, and other states as high-risk flood zones this July. The NCDC, in a statement by Director-General Dr. Jide Idris, explained that floods often introduce dangerous pathogens into water sources, increasing cholera risks. Recent statistics show Zamfara State recorded 32% of Nigeria’s suspected cholera cases in late June, with Bayelsa, Adamawa, Delta, Lagos, and Rivers also heavily affected. Meanwhile, Edo State…
The late Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s former President who passed away recently in London, is remembered not just as a national figure but as a father who embodied humility and discipline. In conversations with media outlets, Buhari’s daughters recounted personal moments revealing his character. “What I will miss most about him is his sense of humour,” noted Aisha Hanan Buhari, highlighting how her father was deeply connected to everyday Nigerians—“one of the common people.” His daughter Aisha also praised Nigerians for their respect and lack of bitterness toward their late father, thanking the public on behalf of her family. Hadiza Buhari,…