The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered an immediate investigation into the tragic boat mishap that occurred on November 29 along the Dambo-Ebuchi waterways of the River Niger in Kupa Local Government Area of Kogi State.  The incident involved over 160 passengers, with 24 rescued and many others still unaccounted for. In a statement released by police spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP expressed heartfelt condolences to the government…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to combating insecurity and stabilizing the West African sub-region during the closing ceremony of the 2024 African Military Games in Abuja.  Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President emphasised the importance of fostering unity among African militaries to address the continent’s security challenges. Speaking on Saturday, President Tinubu outlined his vision for a secure and prosperous Africa, stating, “Let me use…

President Bola Tinubu is set to co-chair the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.  Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. The high-level meeting will take place on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, in Cape Town, South Africa, following a ministerial meeting scheduled for Monday, December 2, at the South African Parliament Building. …

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced his opposition to the contentious tax reform bills proposed by President Bola Tinubu, echoing the National Economic Council’s (NEC) recommendation for their withdrawal. In a statement released on Sunday, Atiku emphasized the need for a fiscal system rooted in justice, fairness, and equity. He highlighted that Nigerians are united in their demand for policies that do not worsen the existing disparities among the…

The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has emphasised that President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills will ease the financial burden on Nigeria’s poor and small businesses once enacted into law. The four executive bills, which have sparked widespread debate, have led to tensions between the 36 state governors and the Federal Government. The governors have expressed concerns and called for the withdrawal of the bills…

President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Alhassan Yahaya on his election as the President of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) at the 8th Triennial National Delegates Conference in Owerri, on November 27, 2024. The President also congratulated other newly elected members of the NUJ executive and praised the Union for organizing a rancour-free election at the conference. Tinubu says Yahaya’s overwhelming victory was a testament to…

Operatives of Zone 2, Lagos State Police Command have arrested a woman, her son and a co-accused for allegedly conspiring to sell a three-bedroom apartment without the owner’s consent. Those arrested are 53-year-old woman, Roseline Emeso Odior Adeku, and her son, Greg Abemere Odior Adeku, 28, alongside a co-accused, Rick Ugbo Azubuike, 58. The apartment, located at 8 Faluyi Street, Ajuwon, Lagos, was purportedly sold to Mr Okoror Ehiaghe Godspower…

Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.) has revealed that he pleaded with late General Sani Abacha not to execute former President Olusegun Obasanjo for an alleged coup plot in 1995. Gowon said this at the maiden edition of the Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carol and Praise Festival organized by the Plateau Government, which also had Obasanjo in attendance. NEW DAILY PRIME reports that Obasanjo was arrested in 1995 by…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has praised the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) for its significant contributions to academic excellence, technological innovation, and nation-building.   The governor made the commendation during the combined 34th and 35th convocation ceremonies held at the institution on Saturday. In his goodwill message, he celebrated the resilience and hard work of the graduands, whose dedication had culminated in their academic achievements. Lauding FUTA’s Vice Chancellor,…

Two members of the Lagos State Task Force have been dismissed for allegedly stealing mobile handsets during a raid. Announcing the development, the task force spokesperson, Abdulraheem Gbadeyan, identified the two dismissed officers as Fatai Yusuf (42) and Hammed Garuba (38). Gbadeyan said the officials stole phones during an operation conducted at a hotel in Gowon Estate. He said the integrity of the raid was compromised by the actions of…

President Bola Tinubu has approved funds for the immediate take-off of the UNESCO Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Institute. Information Minister, Mohammed Idris, made the announcement in France, during a meeting with Tawfik Jelassi, the Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The meeting held on the sidelines of Tinubu’s visit to France. Idris said, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been…

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has hosted Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi to a breakfast meeting at his residence in Adamawa State. In a video posted on his X handle on Saturday, Abubakar is seen with Obi walking into a dining area of his house. Atiku hosted Obi at his residence in Abuja in In May, sparking rumours of a possible alliance between both…