Former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, has issued a stern warning that Nigeria’s persistent challenges cannot be resolved as long as the country continues to operate under the 1999 Constitution. He argued that the constitution, which serves as Nigeria’s foundational legal framework, is ill-suited to address the nation’s deep-rooted divisions and numerous systemic issues. Anyaoku’s comments were made at the launch of the book “The Noble Academic and Patriot: A…

The Federal Government is banking on the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement to bridge the investment gap in the power sector. Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu, who said that the government will need $10 billion to provide uninterrupted power, described the challenges in the power sector as enormous. Attacks by vandals of transmission facilities and other infrastructure remain one of the major challenges facing the sector. On Wednesday, November 13, the Transmission…

As Ondo State prepares for its highly anticipated off-cycle governorship election on Saturday, November 16, both the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are ramping up their campaigns, with top party officials and governors converging on the state to secure votes. On Wednesday, November 13, the APC staged a massive campaign rally at the MKO Abiola Democracy Park in Akure, the Ondo State capital,…

In response to a recent attempt by a 200-level student to commit suicide following academic struggles, the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, has said the school is considering a waiver for extra-year students struggling with their studies. Punch reports that this was contained in an internal memo on Wednesday, dated November 1, 2024, from the university’s Senate Division. It said the memo revealed that a special Committee of Deans…

The Ministry of Defence has handed over three Agusta Westland 109 Trekker Helicopters to the Nigerian Navy. The Director Naval Information, Commodore A Adams-Aliu in a statement on Wednesday, said the brief handover ceremony was done at the Caverton Helicopters Limited (CHL) hangar facilities in Ikeja Lagos. According to the statement, the AW 109 Helicopter has a purpose-built VIP configuration with a full leather and noise attenuation system. He said,…

Republicans gain control of the House, achieving a “trifecta” with the presidency and Senate under Trump. This unified government sets the stage for sweeping policy changes and reforms. Washington, D.C. — In a major political victory, the Republican Party has taken control of the U.S. House of Representatives, completing a “trifecta” by holding the presidency and both houses of Congress. This gives the Republicans full control of the federal government,…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the immediate past governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa. Okowa was released on administrative bail following his detention after he was invited by the commission for questioning over an alleged diversion of N1.3tn derivation fund. A source within the commission said the EFCC also seized the former governor’s travel passport pending the conclusion of the investigation of the diversion of public…

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu has issued a stern warning to Lakurawa, a new Islamic sect operating in the North-West region, cautioning them to desist from acts of terrorism or face dire consequences. Ribadu spoke during the opening ceremony of the Comptroller General of Customs Conference in Abuja on Wednesday. Ribadu emphasized the administration’s commitment to national security, saying, “No one dares President Bola Tinubu and gets away…

Nigeria’s state-owned oil company, NNPC Limited, has executed a major leadership reshuffle at the top levels of its management, appointing new executives to key positions in a move that signals its continued focus on operational efficiency and corporate governance. In a statement released on Wednesday, November 13, NNPC confirmed the appointment of Mr. Adedapo Segun as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), alongside the elevation of Mr. Udobong Ntia as…

The Lagos State Ministry of Environment (MOE) and Water Resources, on Wednesday, said an evacuation notice would be served to shanties around Kuramo waters to address flash flooding in the state. The Commissioner, Ministry of the Environment, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, made this known while speaking with journalists after an inspection tour of some drainage and projects around Eti Osa Local Government Area with his team. Wahab who led a team…

In reducing noise pollution in the state, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has announced that various churches and business ventures have been shut down. The agency noted that enforcement exercise was carried out on Wednesday in different locations within the state. Noting its commitment in providing and maintaining environmental standards and protecting public health, this enforcement operation was executed. Areas visited during the operation were Itokin Road, Maya,…

The Lagos State Government (LASG) has taken a bold step through the Inter-Ministerial Committee to boost the Social Protection Policy of its vulnerable residents. In an intervention programme to be witnessed across five divisions in the state, the state government said they will be embarking on the Social Protection, Stakeholders’ Sensitization, and Advocacy Programme, tagged “IBILE SP Campaign.” The initiative is to run from 19 to 28 November. Towards the…