A former National Vice Chairman (North West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Salihu Lukman has alleged that the Governor of Imo state, Hope Uzodinma financed the attempt to manipulate the emergence of Sen. Ahmed Lawan as the consensus Presidential candidate of the party. Lukman stated this in a statement issued Wednesday titled, “Agonising Experience of Being APC Member, Message to APC Leaders.” He admitted that somehow, many people close to these leaders consider him an antagonist, largely on account of many of the provocative recommendations he had made. The party Chieftain noted that it was heartbreaking that party…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Tuesday published the list of candidates and detailed information on the two polling units in Bayelsa and 38 in Imo States without registered voters. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, in a statement issued in Abuja reiterated that elections would not hold in these polling units. He added that no materials have been produced for these locations and no officials would be deployed to them. Olumekun noted: “In continuation of the Commission’s preparations for the three off-cycle Governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States, the Commission is making…
The House of Representatives has said that Boko Haram terrorists will overrun communities in Yobe state may soon if urgent and drastic steps are not taken. The Green Chamber, therefore, called on the army to immediately mobilise troops to the affected areas, neutralise the terrorists and restore normalcy to the villages. The House raised the alarm following the killing of 78 people by the terrorists Koshebe, Karkut and Bulabulin in Jere Mafa Local government and Nguro Kayaiya, Gumsa and Kusur towns of Geidam local government areas. The resolution of the House followed the adoption of a motion moved at the…
The House of Representatives Committee in Financial Crimes has expressed confidence in its capabilities to tackle the innate challenges of financial crimes in the country. Its Chairman, Hon. Ginger Obinna, disclosed this on Tuesday at the inaugural meeting of the committee. He said: “I look forward to the future with optimism, knowing that we have the privilege of serving alongside such an exceptional group of individuals.” The Chairman noted that the dedication of the committee to the noble cause was a source of inspiration for all. Obinna added: “While acknowledging the enormous responsibilities of the committee, we are confident and…
A group, Rescue Edo Movement has alleged that the governor of Edo state, Godwin Obaseki will unveil, market and get corporate endorsement for the Chairman of Alaghodaro Economic Summit, Mr. Asue Ighodalo as his preferred candidate for the Edo 2024 governorship election. The Convener of the group and the immediate past Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Hon. Andrew Emwanta disclosed this on Tuesday while addressing a press conference in Abuja. He stressed that while other states in Nigeria are celebrating visible development in critical sectors, Edo State is experiencing visible underdevelopment in almost every sector. The former commissioner noted that the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned one Emmanuel Sanikpege before Justice P .I. Ajoku, of the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The anti-graft agency in a statement issued Tuesday said its Port Harcourt Zonal Command arraigned the suspect for forging a letter of attestation and presenting himself as a surety to bail one Umor Bright, a suspect under investigation by the EFCC. It added that Sanikpege was arraigned on two- count charges bordering on forgery, contrary to Section 1(2) (c) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act (CAP M17 of the Revised Edition (Laws of…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Monday included the name of Timipre Sylva and his running mate, Joshua Maciver of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 11 governorship election in Bayelsa. The decision became imperative following the judgement of the Appeal court which upturned the decision of the High Court and reinstated Sylva as APC’s candidate in Bayelsa. To this end, the commission in the amended the list released on Monday night included his name as part of the candidates that will participate in the Saturday’s election. TheHintsNews reports that the electoral body two weeks ago removed…
Troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army and operation Whirl Punch have neutralised three terrorists in Kaduna. Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 1, Division Nigerian Army, Musa Yahaya, in a statement issued Monday said, the troops on 5 November, 2023, while on clearance operation in the general area of Maidaro, Ngade, Ahla and Rikau Villages in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area, made contact with terrorist and criminal elements. He said on sighting the troops, the terrorists took to their heels as troops pursued and neutralsed two while others escaped with gunshot wounds and abandoned one motorcycle Yahaya added that similarly…
Nollywood actor, John Okafor, also known as Mr. Ibu has had one of his legs amputated by the doctors in order to keep him alive. TheHintsNews reports that surfaced in October that the veteran actor was ill and required financial assistance to aid in his treatment. However, in a statement shared on the actor’s Instagram page Monday, it was revealed the actor had undergone seven successful surgeries, including the amputation of one leg, in a bid to keep him alive. The statement added that they are still soliciting support from well-meaning Nigerians as, at this stage, Ibu is still in…
Terrorists on Sunday night killed about 20 residents of Kusa, a hamlet in Katsina State’s Musawa Local Government Area and also several others while celebrating Maulud. The terrorists, in their numbers, targeted the unsuspecting residents around 11:05 p.m., plunging the village into chaos and sorrow. A vigilante member who confirmed the brutal assault to journalist said the terrorists surrounded the venue of Maluud and opened fire on the people. He said: “The bandits surrounded the venue of the Maulud celebration and fired gunshots at the participants, injuring many and took several captives to an unknown location. “Before the security forces could…