The Osun State Government has once again urged the Federal Government to release local government allocations belonging to the state, a move seen as crucial to alleviating hardships in local communities. This renewed call was made in a statement issued on Sunday by Kolapo Alimi, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment. The appeal aligns with a recent Court of Appeal judgement on Osun State’s local government leadership dispute, which…

Some Lagos residents have raised concerns over the persistent use of Single-Use Plastics (SUPs) across markets, parties, and retail outlets in the state despite the recent government ban. In separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday, residents noted that nylon bags, plastic spoons, and other banned items remain widespread, especially in areas such as Ikotun, Ayobo, Okota, Ajao Estate, Ajah, and Iyana Ipaja. The Lagos State…

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Sunday reportedly carried out a raid at the Green Legacy Hotel, situated within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library premises in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The operation, conducted in the early hours of the day, according to sources, targeted a pool party where several young people suspected of engaging in internet fraud were present. Over 20 luxury cars and other valuables were…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) have initiated a lawsuit against the Niger State Governor, Umar Bago, and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), seeking to halt what they describe as “ongoing intimidation” of Badeggi FM radio station in Minna. The suit, filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos, follows a series of alleged threats from Bago directed at the private radio…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has accused the Federal Government (FG) of neglecting the nation’s tertiary education sector, warning that continued inaction could trigger another industrial dispute.

President Bola Tinubu and Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago have expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Audu Ogbeh, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and ex-Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development. Ogbeh, aged 78, died peacefully on Saturday, according to a statement issued by his family. In a condolence message released by his spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described Ogbeh as a “great patriot”…

The Nigeria Police Force has defended the recent arrest and detention of activist Omoyele Sowore. This was disclosed in a statement signed by police spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi. Adejobi refuted claims of torture and unlawful imprisonment, noting that Sowore was taken into custody for “criminal offences such as forgery, cyberstalking, and other infractions” following credible intelligence. READ ALSO: ‘Nothing to celebrate’: Sowore confirms release from police detention He clarified that Sowore’s arrest…

Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress and a human rights activist, has confirmed his release from police custody two days after his arrest at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. Sowore was detained on Wednesday after honouring an invitation from the Inspector General of Police’s Monitoring Unit. Describing his detention as “illegal and unjust,” Sowore confirmed his release on a post on his X handle on…

NNPC Retail Limited has announced a series of sanctions against staff at one of its filling stations in Ikorodu, Lagos, following a viral video showing a pump attendant attempting to defraud a customer. The company, in a press release issued on Friday, described the behaviour as unacceptable and a violation of its core values of integrity and customer service. Following a prompt investigation, the company confirmed the incident occurred at…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is collaborating with the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) to ensure eligible inmates can exercise their right to vote. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu disclosed this on Friday while hosting the Comptroller General of NCoS, Sylvester Nwakuche, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. Yakubu reaffirmed the ruling of the Court of Appeal, which upheld the right of inmates to register and participate in elections.…

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has reiterated his long-held belief about how he will pass away — peacefully, on a Sunday, after attending church service and eating his favourite meal, pounded yam. Addressing worshippers on the fourth day of the church’s ongoing International Convention, themed “The Overcomers”, Adeboye emphasised that death does not always have to come through prolonged sickness.…

The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has raised the alarm over potential flooding in several parts of the country, warning of high to very high flood risks in 31 states, including Lagos, Rivers, and the Federal Capital Territory. In a statement on Thursday, NIHSA’s Director General, Umar Ibrahim, linked the alert to persistent rainfall and rising river levels, cautioning that the danger period would span from August 7 to August…