Author: Friday Omosola

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have apprehended three individuals suspected of engaging in vote-buying in Egor Local Government Area during the ongoing Edo State Governorship election. Channels Television reported that the anti-graft agency arrested the suspects, which were two men and one woman, and took them into custody around 10:00 am. The report also noted that some residents protested the arrests, alleging that the individuals were being unfairly targeted and victimized.

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested two political thugs affiliated with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) at the ongoing Edo State Governorship Election. Earlier, The New Daily Prime reported that residents of the state gathered at polling units to elect a new governor, who will succeed the incumbent, Godwin Obaseki. In a statement posted on his X page on Saturday, Police Spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi confirmed the arrest of the two thugs, identified as Edwin Obanor, 43, and Audu Tajudeen, 41, both members of the PDP from Ugbogbo quarters in Igarra-Akoko, Edo. Mr Adejobi revealed that firearms were recovered from the…

Today, the people of Edo State will cast their votes to elect a new governor, who will succeed the incumbent, Godwin Obaseki. In November 2020, Mr Obaseki and his then deputy, Philip Shaibu were sworn in and administered oath of office by the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Esther Edigin. He defeated the APC candidate, Osagie Ize-Iyamu to be re-elected governor of the state. Mr Obaseki will leave office as Edo State governor in November. Voters from all eighteen (18) local government areas will head to their respective polling units to choose from among the candidates vying for the…

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested Ujunwa Una and Chinelo Igbechionwu on charges of conspiracy and child trafficking. The suspects were apprehended by patrol officers from the Ojodu Division, stationed at Berger bus stop—one of the main entry points into Lagos—following a tip-off from a Good Samaritan. In a statement, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed that the suspects were found in possession of two newborn baby girls, estimated to be around six days old, while travelling from Abia State on 9 September. He said the investigation revealed that the suspects intended to deliver the…

Ahead of Saturday’s Edo State Governorship Election, President Bola Tinubu has urged all stakeholders to ensure a peaceful and sportsmanlike approach. In a statement made available to newsmen by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President appealed to the governorship candidates, political parties, and their supporters to uphold the sanctity of the democratic process and respect the will of the people. President Tinubu emphasised his faith in the electorate’s ability to make informed choices about their future leaders, stressing that democracy thrives on principles of civility, tolerance, patience, and adherence to the rule of law. He…

The Federal Government (FG) has announced that Coca‑Cola plans to invest $1 billion in Nigeria to expand its production lines and overall business operations. Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, in a statement posted on his X page, said the agreement was reached during a meeting between President Tinubu and John Murphy, the global Chief Executive Officer of Coca‑Cola, on Thursday. Mr Ajayi further stated that the $1 billion investment will be spread over the next five years. He noted that Coca‑Cola had made a similar commitment three years ago but was unable…

The Nigeria Police Force has assured the public of robust security arrangements for the upcoming Edo State governorship election scheduled for Saturday. In a statement shared on Monday via X, the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, emphasized the police’s commitment to maintaining professionalism, impartiality, and dedication throughout the electoral process. He further reiterated the force’s preparedness for the election, assuring that all parties, candidates, voters, and stakeholders will receive full protection. “Let everyone play his role as provided for in EA 2022 and in line with our responsibilities, and we will have it free, fair, and credible. There is…

Amnesty International has condemned the arrest of the African Action Congress presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Omoyele Sowore, by the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), calling it an arbitrary restriction on his freedom. On Monday, The New Daily Prime reported that Mr Sowore was apprehended at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos State upon his arrival from the United States. He was briefly detained but later released. In a statement on its website, Amnesty International expressed deep concern over the Nigerian authority’s plans to arrest the human rights activist and journalist. The group said Mr Sowore was being targeted…

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, hailed the commencement of operations at the Dangote Refinery as a bold initiative and a key milestone in the federal government’s efforts to ease pressure on the Naira and boost the availability of petroleum products in the local market. Speaking at the Dangote Refinery on Sunday, Mr. Edun emphasized that the commencement of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) supply to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) from the refinery signals a major leap forward in the country’s journey towards energy self-sufficiency. He credited President Bola Tinubu’s visionary leadership…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced the estimated retail prices for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly referred to as petrol, sourced from the Dangote Refinery. In a statement issued on Monday, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye said the prices apply across its network of retail stations nationwide. Mr Soneye revealed that the Dangote Refinery supplied petrol for 898.78 Naira per litre. NNPC Limited further clarified that, per the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), PMS prices are no longer set by the government but are instead negotiated on a commercial basis between the parties…