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…

Mrs Oluwatoyin Babalola, Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ondo State, has assured electorates and stakeholders of transparency in the Nov. 16 governorship election. Babalola gave the assurance during the inspection of sensitive materials by major stakeholders at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Wednesday in Akure. The REC, who said the sensitive materials would be distributed on Thursday, explained that the inspection of the…

Operatives of the Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC) have arrested 11 suspected currency racketeers and internet fraudsters. The EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. According to Oyewale, the suspects were arrested around Apara Street, New GRA, Port Harcourt, based on credible intelligence on their suspected involvement in Naira abuse and internet fraud. “The suspects are Rafael…

Child labour has remained a challenge to Nigeria and many other countries. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), child labour has surged, with 160 million children now affected. This trend is most pronounced in sub-Saharan Africa, with a rising number of children, as young as five, engaged in labour, the UN agency says. Vanessa Phala, the Director of ILO Country Office for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Liaison…

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has warned the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals to avoid involvement in illegal mining activities.The minister gave the warning during the passing-out ceremony of the 3rd batch of newly trained mining marshals on Wednesday in Abuja.Tunji-Ojo, represented by Ahmed Ja’afaru, Secretary to the Civil Defence, Correctional Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), said that the board would not hesitate to…

A report by Beacon Security and Intelligence Limited (BSIL), a security risk management and intelligence consulting company has shown that no fewer than 971 Nigerians were abducted across the country in October 2024. This comes amid the emergence of a new terror group, Lakurawa in the northwestern part of the country. According to Daily Post, the data is contained in the ‘October 2024 Nigeria Security Report’ by BSIL and made…