The combined troops of the Joint Task Force Operation UDO KA (OPUK) on March 7, 2024 cleared and destroyed the notorious Supreme Headquarters of the terrorists, Indigenous People of Biafara (IPOB) and its armed affiliate Eastern Security Network (ESN). The troops comprising of personnel from the Army ,Navy, Air Force, Police Department of State Security (DSS) and Nigeria Civil Security and Defence Corps (NSCDC) liberated Orsu, Eke-ututu, Tango one Orsumorghu, Ihiteukwa Ihittenansa and Lilu over the last 3 weeks. According to a statement issued Friday, the operation which started on 11 February, 2024 saw the destruction of the last stronghold…
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Members of the House of Representatives intensified push for adoption of the Parliamentary system of government after holding a high-level meeting with the leadership of Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF). The two hours closed-door meeting was part of the ongoing consultation with critical stakeholders across the country with a view to get their support for the passage of the proposed legislation. At the end of the meeting, it was unanimously resolved that a committee that would review the proposed legislations with a view to make inputs for the benefit of the country be set up. Speaking after the meeting on Thursday…
Bamaiyi Mairiga, Sixth Prosecution Witness in the trial of a former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele on Thursday revealed that forensic examination showed that the signatures of former President Muhammadu Buhari and Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha were allegedly forged for the payment of $6.2 million to foreign election observers in the 2023 general election. Led in evidence by prosecution counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, Mairiga, a forensic expert informed Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Abuja. He explained that forensic evaluation of the “Presidential Directive on…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the indefinite suspension of the Managing Director/CEO of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad, alongside three Executive Directors of the agency, from office for corrupt practices. The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale in a statement issued Thursdaysaid their suspension was sequel to the new findings unearthed during a comprehensive investigation into the financial activities of the affected officials. He said: “In the light of new findings unearthed during a comprehensive investigation into the financial activities of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), President Bola Tinubu has approved the indefinite suspension of…
The Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 48 suspected internet fraudsters and herbalist. The agency in a statement issued Thursday said they were arrested for offences bordering on conspiracy and obtaining under false pretence in Lokoja, Kogi State capital. The agency added that they were arrested upon credible intelligence on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at various locations in Lokoja,. It added that the herbalist, believed to be a spiritual godfather of internet fraudsters, was arrested with various charms. Items recovered from them include 10 exotic cars, two motorcycles, 11 laptops, 83 mobile phones…
The Minister of Transportation of Nigeria, Sen Ahmed Alkali, and the Minister of Transportation of Qatar, Jassim bin Ahmed Al Sulaiti, have formed an alliance aimed at delivering innovative projects that would enrich the lives of citizens and businesses in both nations. The collaboration included revitalising transportation networks, and also creating lucrative economic opportunities. According to a statement issued Thursday by the Special Assistant on Public Affairs to the Nigerian Minister of Transportation, Dr Jamilu Ja’afaru, it signified a significant leap forward in the fields of transportation and infrastructure development. The statement reads: “United by a shared vision of advancing…
Thw House has resolved to investigate the procurement of capital projects by Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), Parastatal and Institutions of the federal governments and recover withheld sums from the execution. The House also mandated its Committees on Financial Crimes, Public Service Matters and Public Procurements to carry out the investigation and report back within four weeks for further legislative action. The resolution of the House followed the adoption of a motion moved at the plenary on Thursday by Hon. Kelechi Nwogu. Presenting the motion, Nwogu sais that Section 81 (1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has said that its exploring more avenues to reach out to Nigerian farmers in order to protect them against the vagaries associated with climate and weather disasters. This, was even, as the agency hinted that its university network programme aimed at promoting early weather and climate warnings to farmers around university’s vicinity to boost agricultural was yielding results. The Director-General of NiMet, Pro. Charles Anosike, gave the hint during the signing ceremony of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the agency and Greenfield University, Kaduna State. He said that NiMet was fully committed to assisting farmers…
A former National Vice Chairman North-west of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Salihu Lukman has called on the leaders of the party and President Bola Tinubu to resist the temptation of towing the path of self-destruction by continuing to operate as a closed government. Lukman in a statement issued Wednesday titled; “Burden of Leadership, Open Letter to APC Leaders”, said it was very disappointing that they have successfully created a party which has won three elections consecutively with hardly anything to show for it. The party chieftain stressed that the only thing they could boast of are leaders who…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted truckloads of beans totaling 400 bags with a Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N61.4 million. Seme Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Timi Bomodi revealed this during a press briefing on Tuesday at the Command, marking his first press briefing for the year. He said the items have been deposited at the government warehouse for safekeeping and eventual sale to the public. Bomodi stated: “In light of our present economic realities and the reported massive food shortages nationwide, and in line with the directive to prevent illegal grain export, the Command seized a truckload…