Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has emphasized that credible elections in Nigeria will only be possible when individuals of integrity oversee the process. Speaking in Abuja at the launch of two books on internal security and election security, authored by former Inspector General of Police Solomon Arase, Obi stated that electoral malpractice persists because some politicians are determined to manipulate the system for their benefit. “Election security will not be a challenge if we do not have individuals willing to rig elections,” Obi asserted. He argued that the issue is not with security…
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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has distanced himself from the petition that led to the prosecution of Barrister Wale Omolegbon over his Facebook criticisms. The governor clarified that he neither initiated nor authorized any legal action against Omolegbon for alleged cyberbullying. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, Governor Aiyedatiwa reaffirmed his commitment to democratic principles, emphasizing that he welcomes dissenting views and does not hold grudges against critics. “The decision to serve the people comes with its challenges, including public scrutiny. Since assuming office, Governor Aiyedatiwa has endured various criticisms without retaliating. He…
A couple have just killed each other in Ado Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital. Though the police authority is yet to confirm the incident, according to Roundoffnews, witnesses said the husband known as Caleb is a security agent while the wife is simply known as Tate. According to the report, the wife had cut off the manhood of the husband before the man attacked her with matchet. He was said to have matched her on the head, neck, and private part. Both of them are currently lying lifeless at a renowned hospital in Ado Ekiti. What could have led to…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is facing mounting pressure to intervene in the escalating leadership crisis within the Lagos State House of Assembly. The conflict began after Mudashiru Obasa was removed as speaker, with Mojisola Meranda elected as his replacement. Tensions have risen sharply, with security operatives sealing off the speaker’s office and deploying police and task force officers around the assembly complex. The assembly had also requested additional security from the Department of State Services (DSS) ahead of February 18, fearing unrest due to Obasa’s planned return. In response to the growing crisis, Babatunde Bank-Anthony, an influential APC chieftain, has called on Governor…
Mudashiru Obasa, the impeached Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, made a public appearance on the streets of Lagos on Tuesday, drawing a significant crowd of supporters. This development follows the controversial security takeover of the Assembly complex just a day earlier. Obasa, who was removed from office on January 13 due to allegations of financial mismanagement, appeared unfazed by his impeachment. In a video shared by journalist Oseni Rufai, Obasa is seen confidently walking and acknowledging the cheers of his supporters. On Monday, security operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigerian Police stormed…
The Catholic Diocese of Awka, Anambra, has assured that it would unravel the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault of a female teacher by a Reverend Father in one of its schools. Reverend Father Charles Ndubuisi, Chancellor, Catholic Diocese of Awka, made this known in a statement on Tuesday issued in Awka. “The suspect, Rev. Fr. Jude Muokwe, is a Manager at Angel Primary School, Ifitedunu, a mission school in the Dunukofia Local Government Area of the state. “He allegedly brutalised Mrs Ikeorah Maureen, a 50-year-old widow who works as a teacher in the school,” Ndubuisi said. The victim was brutalised…
The Osun State Police Command has confirmed that six people lost their lives in the political unrest that engulfed the state on Monday. In a statement released on Tuesday, the command’s spokesperson, Yemisi Opalola, expressed sympathy for those who lost loved ones and property. Opalola stated that the Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Abba, has assured the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure they face the full weight of the law. “The events of yesterday left six people dead and many others hospitalised We are deeply saddened by what happened, and various groups…
The House of Representatives has called on the relevant Federal Government agencies to implement tough measures against homicidal and femicidal acts in Nigeria. The resolution of the House followed the adoption of a motion during Tuesday’s plenary, moved by Rivers lawmaker, Awaji-Inombek Abiante and three others. Drumming support for the motion, Abiante noted that the right to life is a fundamental human right guaranteed by the Constitution, while homicide cases, including murder, manslaughter, and other violent crimes leading to the termination of life, have been on the rise across the country, provoking public demand for justice. He said, “Fernicide, which…
Residents of Ajebo Road Housing Estate, Kemta, Abeokuta have been thrown into mourning following the killing of a Professor of Biochemical Toxicology with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Oladipo Ademuyiwa by a hit-and-run driver on the newly rehabilitated Kemta-Somorin road on Sunday. Prof Ademuyiwa, in his early 60s, was said to have just alighted from a cab and was about to cross the road from Prof Wole Soyinka end when a reckless driver rammed into him and escaped from the scene. Dr Ayo Ajasa, Chairman, Ajebo Road Housing Estate Community Development Association (CDA), in a statement on Tuesday,…
ABUJA- FORMER Federal Commissioner for Information and South-South Leader, Edwin Clark, is dead. The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) leader died at 97 on Monday night, according to a statement signed by Prof. C. C. Clark for the family.The statement read, “The Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, Delta State, wishes to announce the passing of Chief (Dr.) Sen. Edwin Kiagbodo Clark OFR, CON on Monday 17th February, 2025. The family appreciates your prayers at this time. Other details will be announced later by the family.” This comes days after Afenifere leader Ayo Adebanjo’s death. Adebanjo was aged 96. Details…