Author: Adekunle

Reports that the Zamfara State Governor, Dr. Dauda Lawal declared assets of $5 billion in cash has begun to draw questions from anti-corruption groups who have stated that there is the need to probe the figures allegedly provided by the former First Bank Director. In May 2023, Dr. Dauda Lawal was reported to have made an Asset Declaration of a total of N9 trillion to the Code of Conduct Bureau. The Code of Conduct Bureau is an anti-corruption agency of the Federal Government of Nigeria, set up to check corrupt practices by public officials and in the conduct…

Facts have emerged on how the Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, a former Director at First Bank who had a mysterious relationship with Nigerian corruption fugitive, Diezani Madueke, funded the Atiku led campaign to question the records of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Chicago State University. Sources close to the former First Bank Director, boasted that the Governor had single handedly financed the legal team that went to the President’s alma mata to dig up his old records. “As a newcomer to the field of politics, Dauda needed to prove his worth. Once someone had raised the…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed ongoing discussions with the Nigeria Salaries and Wages Commission to standardize the salaries of paramilitary officers, aligning them with those of the Nigeria Police Force. Furthermore, similar to the military, the Federal Government is contemplating the creation of a pension board for personnel within the Nigerian Immigration Service, Federal Fire Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, and the Nigeria Correctional Service. The Minister emphasized that paramilitary personnel merit salary enhancements and the establishment of a pension board, acknowledging the risks associated with their roles. This statement was made…

As part of the effort towards developing the next generation of filmmakers and providing opportunities for young people in the creative industry, the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, in collaboration with the Gidi Creative Centre has graduated another set of 200 youths in filmmaking. The Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, while speaking at the graduation ceremony held on Wednesday at the Unilag Auditorium, Akoka, disclosed that the State Government’s partnership with Ogidi Studios is essential in creating innovative, culturally relevant, and globally competitive films market. According to her, “This initiative is needed…

By Oluwaseun Adedigba Popular American Basketballer, Kobe Bryant is known for many of his quotes. The one that interests me the most is the one in which he stressed the importance of giving inspiration to a people and how that could make them become great at whatever they do. Bryant has never been a legislator, at least, not yet, but he seemed to have summed up the whole essence of lawmaking- giving the people the legal framework for greatness, giving a nation the right direction through legislation. Interestingly, Senator Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo, representing Nasarawa South, is a lawmaker, but he…

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, CON has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of the nation’s 63rd Independence Anniversary. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Hon Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President while acknowledging present challenges in the polity said that there were many landmarks in the nation’s 63 years to give a sense of optimism for a better tomorrow. While noting the particular struggles that Nigeria has passed through as a country in the last 63 years, Senator Akpabio said that each country has its unique path with unique challenges it…

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has felicitated the Muslim Umma on the occasion of this year’s Maulud Nabiy describing it as another opportunity to reminiscence on the virtuous legacies left behind by the Holy Prophet, (SAW) In a message issued on his behalf by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity Hon Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President said Prophet Mohammed (S.A.W.) left behind positive marks on humanity for which his followers should emulate. Noting the need to be supportive of authority, Senator Akpabio enjoined the faithful to increase their prayers for those in authority and…

We, concerned Lagosians, have watched in the past few days with keen interest the unfortunate attempts by some groups of individuals, Muslim clerics and organizations to discredit the list of Cabinet nominees of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State. The aforementioned interests have criticized the proposed cabinet composition, alleging marginalization of Muslims. The clerics have resorted to various rough tactics to malign the image of the Governor by dangerously using the media with indiscretion to paint him in the colour of what Mr Governor is not. It is of note that in the true spirit of a true…

By Abu Sidiq Ahmed Usman-Ododo, a young visionary, envisions a brighter future for Kogi State. Emerging as a rising star in Nigerian politics, he carries the mantle of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as their chosen candidate for the upcoming 2023 gubernatorial election. With unwavering determination, Usman-Ododo aspires to usher in an era of prosperity and optimism that will rejuvenate the state. Born in Okene, Kogi State, Usman-Ododo’s roots run deep in the region he seeks to serve. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting as well as membership and fellow of various professional bodies including Institute of Chartered…

So much has been said about who deserves to lead the 10th National Assembly. Anyway you look at it, everyone has a point. Politics generally is a game of interests, with many decisions taken in the spirit of power sharing and balancing to make for equity, justice and fairness. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has for over a month released its zoning formula for the principal offices most especially in the Senate. In it is Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio from Akwa Ibom (South South) and Senator Barau Jibrin from Kano State (North West). Looking carefully at it denotes why…