Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has ordered an immediate increase in security around the Ola Iya Bridge to safeguard it from potential vandalism and reckless driving. The governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, clarified directive follows the spread of false alarms alleging deliberate sabotage of the bridge—a claim some interpret as a possible setup to blame the government. Governor Adeleke dispelled these rumours, emphasising that there was no orchestrated attack on the…

The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has asked the police to transfer the case file of all protesters arraigned over the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest. There was chaos at a federal high court in Abuja on Friday after some minors, who were among 76 protesters charged to court, collapsed while waiting to be arraigned. The court granted them bail in the sum of N10 million…

A federal government prosecutor, Rimazonte Ezekiel, has claimed that all #EndBadGovernance protesters arraigned before the court on Friday are adults. 72 protesters were arraigned by the police for allegedly participating in the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest, which took place between August 1 and 10 across the country. Many of the defendants were minors who were eventually granted N10 million bail. However, many Nigerians have condemned the arraignment of the minors by…

The Lagos State Government (LASG) has inaugurated executive members to chair the women’s agricultural initiative for the empowerment and enhancement of female farmers in the state. Revealing the launch of this initiative through the government platform, the State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) said the Women in Agriculture Cooperative aims to address poverty within the state. According to the post shared yesterday, the event was held on…

The Federal Government (FG) has announced the disbursement of withheld salaries to members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Federal Universities (NASU). The New Daily Prime reported on October 28 that the Joint Action Committee (JAC), comprised of NASU and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian University (SSANU), went on a nationwide strike for withholding four months salaries. The development was confirmed on Saturday by the Director, Press and Public…

Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has urged the Ebira community in Ondo State to support Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the upcoming November 16 election. Governor Ododo made this appeal on Saturday in Owo, where he addressed a gathering of Ebira indigenes. Speaking on behalf of the community, he emphasised their commitment to backing Governor Aiyedatiwa and affirmed their unified decision to vote for…

Following the arraignment of 76 minors at the Abuja Federal High Court, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has said age does not exempt alleged law offenders from facing legal consequences after being apprehended. NPF spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said this in a statement shared on Saturday, noting that the 76 individuals were charged yesterday against terrorism, arson, and treasonable felony. Adejobi wrote, “The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has recently arraigned 76…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has officially inaugurated the National Flood, Erosion, Drought, and Desertification Management Council (NFEDDMC) to address Nigeria’s escalating environmental and climate challenges. The council’s mandate is to drive a cohesive national response to environmental crises, promoting interagency and regional collaboration for effective disaster management. During the inauguration at the Presidential Villa on Friday, Shettima emphasised the urgency of unified action against natural disasters, which have increasingly affected…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has urged the people of Ikogosi, both at home and abroad, to foster cooperation and peace as foundational pillars for the community’s sustainable and impactful development. Addressing community leaders at an interactive session held on Friday in Ikogosi, during the 2024 Ikogosi Day celebration, Governor Oyebanji emphasised that harmony, unity, and mutual respect are key to attracting investment and advancing the community as a thriving…

16-year-old girl, Aisha Suleiman, who is accused of fatally poisoning her former boyfriend, identified as Emmanuel, and four other persons in Afashio community in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State has been detained by the police. The state command Public Relations Officer, SP Moses Yamu confirmed the incident on Friday. The tragic discovery was reported on October 26, 2024, when Emmanuel’s father, Mr Elogie Ezekiel, arrived at his…

A brutal altercation between two neighbours, Fatima and Mitsura on Aribisala Street in Igando, Lagos, on Thursday, has ended with the latter’s tongue being severed. The shocking incident has left residents stunned and authorities scrambling for answers. According to eyewitnesses, the dispute began over a shared laundry bucket. Fatima, in her early 30s, allegedly accused 18-year-old Mitsura of using the bucket without permission leading to an argument which escalated into…

London — In a closely contested race, Kemi Badenoch has emerged as the new leader of the Conservative Party after narrowly defeating fellow contender Robert Jenrick. The results, announced early today, mark the conclusion of an intense competition to succeed Rishi Sunak as head of the Tories. Badenoch, who has Nigerian heritage, brings a diverse perspective and extensive experience to the leadership role. Known for her strong stances on social…