UYO – Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has criticized what he described as a media trial surrounding the recent interrogation of former Governor Udom Emmanuel by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Speaking during a Town Hall meeting with residents of Abak Federal Constituency at Abak Township Stadium on Saturday, Governor Eno dismissed claims of N700 billion misappropriation allegedly linked to his predecessor, describing the reports as baseless and unfounded. He stressed that such figures were not known to his administration and warned against attempts to undermine the integrity of leaders who have served the state. “When…
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A farm estate owner, Olanrewaju Oyeleye, 50, and his farm manager were reportedly abducted on Friday morning at their farmland in Oba-Ile, located along the Akure Airport Road in Ondo State. Sources close to the victims revealed to The Hope Newspaper that the kidnappers contacted Oyeleye’s family on Saturday, demanding a ransom of N100 million for their release. Oyeleye, who had returned to Nigeria four years ago after spending several years abroad to invest in mechanized farming, is believed to have been specifically targeted by the abductors. Confirming the incident, the Commander of the Ondo State Security Network Agency (Amotekun),…
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man caught with a fresh human head in the Evbuotubu area of Benin. According to the command’s spokesperson, CSP Moses Yamu, the suspect was apprehended in the early hours of Friday by officers from the Evbuotubu Division, working alongside local vigilantes. During questioning, he led officers to a decapitated body found near Eweka Shopping Plaza. The victim was later identified as 43-year-old Edobor Lawrence from Osagie Street, Evbuotubu Quarters. His remains have been taken to a hospital for preservation while investigations continue. State Commissioner of Police Betty Otimenyin expressed condolences to…
A fatal accident along the Umuahia-Enugu Expressway has resulted in the deaths of four individuals, while 14 others sustained injuries. The Abia Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Saturday. According to Sector Commander Ngozi Ezeoma, the crash occurred at the Ohiya Mechanic area of the expressway on Friday at around 2:01 p.m. Initial findings indicate that a burst tyre and excessive speed caused the vehicle to somersault several times. The accident involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus operated by Ebonyi Transport Corporation. The bus was carrying 18 passengers—11…
The atmosphere was heavy with sorrow as the remains of three siblings, who were tragically murdered in Nnewichi, Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State, were laid to rest on Saturday. Family members and the local community gathered in mourning as the children were buried in their family compound in Uga, Aguata Local Government Area. The victims, identified as Chikaima (9), Chimziterem (8), and Chimdirim (5), were members of the Ejezie family. Their lives were cut short on February 1 when they were allegedly killed by unknown attackers, who then placed their bodies in a deep freezer. During a…
The Kano State Police Command has arrested four individuals suspected of involvement in banditry and recovered a cache of weapons and cash during a targeted operation in the Hotoro area of the state. Speaking at a press briefing on Saturday, police spokesperson SP Abdullahi Kiyawa said the suspects were apprehended on March 6 at about 2 p.m. at Chula Filling Station, following intelligence reports that they were planning to purchase an AK-47 rifle. Led by SP Ahmad Abdullahi, the operation resulted in the recovery of three locally made revolvers, 12 live rounds of ammunition, three cartridges, two cutlasses, four knives,…
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a 34-year-old man, Tahamado Demian, for allegedly kidnapping two Catholic priests — Reverend Father Abraham Samman of the Jalingo Diocese and Reverend Father Matthew Dusami of the Yola Diocese. Police spokesperson Suleiman Nguroje confirmed the arrest in a statement shared on X.com on Saturday night. According to the statement, the priests were rescued on February 21, 2025, during a police operation at a criminal hideout in Gwaida Malam village, located between Numan and Demsa local government areas. The victims were found unharmed, and no ransom was paid. They are currently receiving medical treatment.…
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has addressed concerns over his choice to operate from his private residence instead of the Government House, stating that his priority is delivering good governance rather than renovating his official residence. Criticism from the opposition has trailed Otti’s decision to work from his Isiala Ngwa South home. In response, he explained that the Government House was left in a deplorable condition by the previous administration and would require substantial funds to fix. However, he insisted that refurbishing the facility is not among his immediate concerns. “What truly matters to Abians is the work being done,…
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday praised the resilience, brilliance, and vital contributions of Nigerian women in a message marking the 2025 International Women’s Day. Describing them as the foundation of the nation, he acknowledged their role in driving progress across homes, farms, boardrooms, and communities. However, he noted that even three decades after the Beijing Declaration, many women still face challenges that limit their potential. Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to gender equality, Tinubu emphasized efforts to remove barriers, expand financial access, and create equal opportunities in governance, agriculture, and other sectors. “To our mothers, daughters, sisters – your strength fuels…
The Governor of Ondo State, Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has unveiled the Odatiwa Women Initiative’s Grant, a financial empowerment scheme designed to support 1,000 low-income women across the state. He flagged off the distribution of the grant during the 2025 International Women’s Day celebration, held on Saturday at the International Culture and Event Centre (The Dome) in Akure. The event, themed “For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, and Employment,” highlighted the importance of gender equality, inclusiveness, and women’s empowerment in the society. During the event, Governor Aiyedatiwa reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing the welfare and development of women,…