Minister challenges Niger speaker’s marriage plans

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Minister challenges Niger speaker’s marriage plans Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police and sought a court injunction to stop Speaker of the Niger State Assembly, Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, from marrying off 100 orphaned girls.   The speaker recently announced his plans to marry off the orphaned […]

Fraud allegations rock Chad election

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Fraud allegations rock Chad election Chad opposition candidates who lost in the presidential election have all called for annulment of the exercise after President Mahamat Idriss Deby emerged victorious in the poll.   The country’s constitutional council said after it received a petition from Succes Masra, one of the opposition candidates demanding […]

Assembly praises Governor Sule’s education efforts

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Assembly praises Governor Sule’s education efforts The Nasarawa State House of Assembly Committee on Education has praised Governor Abdullahi Sule for his significant efforts in advancing the state’s education sector.   The commendation was made by Abel Bala, Chairman of the Committee and Deputy Majority Leader of the House, when the management […]

Tinubu’s neutrality: Presidential spokesman affirms

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Tinubu’s neutrality: Presidential spokesman affirms. Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Bola Tinubu, reiterated that the President would maintain impartiality amid the ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State.   During an interview on TVC last month, Ngelale underscored Tinubu’s commitment to neutrality in the protracted political feud […]

Fubara’s decision: Falana asserts legislative autonomy

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Fubara’s decision: Falana asserts legislative autonomy. Human rights advocate, Femi Falana, SAN, has asserted that Governor Siminalayi Fubara lacks the authority to relocate the sitting venue of the Rivers State House of Assembly. Falana emphasized that the executive branch cannot dictate the assembly’s meeting location, as the legislature operates independently. “I would […]

Youths rally behind Rivers Governor amid impeachment calls

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Youths rally behind Rivers Governor amid impeachment calls Rivers State youths have dismissed allegations against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, refuting claims that he owes council chairmen outstanding payments. They reaffirmed their steadfast support for Governor Fubara amidst calls for his impeachment by the State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC).   Amb. […]

Prison deterioration: Senate addresses Suleja facility’s aging infrastructure

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Prison deterioration: Senate addresses Suleja facility’s aging infrastructure The Senate shed light on the recent incident at Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre, emphasizing that it was not a jailbreak but the result of the prison’s dilapidated condition. Senate Committee on Interior Chairman, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, revealed that the facility, constructed over a […]

Agricultural impact: Lagos’ significant contribution to GDP

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Agricultural impact: Lagos’ significant contribution to GDP The Commissioner for Agriculture in Lagos State, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, revealed that the agricultural sector plays a crucial role in the state’s economy, contributing over N7 trillion annually to its Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This underscores the state’s commitment to food sustainability and security.   […]

Investment focus: Nigeria’s oil blocks open for competent investors

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Investment focus: Nigeria’s oil blocks open for competent investors The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, emphasized that the 19 oil blocks slated for sale in the 2024 bidding round are earmarked for investors with both financial capability and technical expertise, rather than for politicians seeking mere portfolio investments. […]