The Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON), Osun state chapter has accused the officials of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) of professional misconduct. Its Chairman, Sarafadeen Awotunde made the allegation while addressing a press conference on Tuesday in Osogbo. He recalled the ruling of the Court of Appeal, Akure division which affirmed the election of the local government chairmen conducted by the administration of Gboyega Oyetola. Awotunde noted: “We’re all aware that immediately after the Court of Appeal judgement was delivered, it was directed by Mr. President at the FAAC meeting that the State government should open accounts…
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For the first time in a long while, the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) took a genuine step to resolve the lingering crisis regarding the position of the national secretary following its meeting with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). TheHintsNews reports that the meeting which took place at INEC headquarters in Abuja started at 2.30pm, after which they proceeded into a closed door section. Checks revealed that the PDP recently wrote a letter to INEC inviting it to its 100th NEC meeting scheduled for June 30. The letter signed by its acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said that President Bola Tinubu’s Belarusian businessman and classmate at Chicago State University, Mr. Alex Zingman was an alleged arms trafficker in Zimbabwe and Democratic Republic of Congo . Atiku in a statement issued Tuesday by his Media Aide, Paul Ibe said Zingman’s name also features prominently in controversial dealings across Africa — including allegations of financial improprieties. TheHintsNews reports that during the inauguration of the Renewed Hope Mechanisation Programme in Abuja yesterday, Tinubu made what appeared to be a lighthearted revelation — that Zingman was his classmate. Atiku noted: “But rather than…
The state of Israel has vowed to strike targets in the “heart of Tehran” after the Zionist nation claimed Iran violated a ceasefire agreement by launching a new missile attack. TheHintsNews reports that US President, Donald Trump announced the phased ceasefire agreement on Monday night. He declared that the war would officially “end” 24 hours after the truce, bringing the Middle East back from the brink after Tehran struck a US base in Qatar. Recall that Iran had targeted US bases in the Middle East after Trump ordered strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran. Iran’s response to the US…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in the Federal Capital Territory(FCT) on Monday met with the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party over the acrimonious delegates election that took place at the weekend . TheHintsNews reports that the exercise held to elect delegates that would nominate APC candidates at the primary election on Wednesday for the 2026 FCT Area Council elections were marked by irregularities. However, at a meeting held on Monday in Abuja, the stakeholders led by the Minister Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Hon. Zaphaniah Jisalo reached the resolution after they received the reports of the delegate…
The Catholic Church in Edo State has listed a total of 36 primary and secondary schools to be returned to it by the state government. TheHintsNews reports that the Edo State government recently announced that it would return missionary schools in the state back to the Churches that originally owned them. The included Catholic secondary and primary schools are in Edo South and Edo Central Senatorial Districts. The Chief Press Secretary to the state Governor, Fred Itua in a statement issued Tuesday revealed that schools to be handed over in Edo North have been named. He explained that the…
The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has commended the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo for his exceptional dedication to the growth and sustainability of local airlines in Nigeria. The Vice President of AON, Allen Onyema, in a statement issued Monday said the association described Keyamo as “God-sent to Nigeria’s aviation industry,” acknowledging his proactive, reform-driven leadership since assuming office in August 2023. He said: “Love him or hate him, believe it or not, Festus Keyamo is absolutely God-sent to Nigeria’s aviation industry,” the statement read in part. “Keyamo has demonstrated uncommon political will and deep understanding of…
Apart from the global dimension of the ongoing Iran-Isreal conflict, it should also be a time for introspection for Nigeria as a nation. The truth which many may not agree to is at every point in time, as a country, you must be prepared for war. That is why it is prudent for every nation to procure military hardware as a means of safeguarding its sovereignty and ensuring national security. Threats can emerge from anywhere and we shouldn’t be caught unaware. Reading through stories of what is coming out from the ongoing conflict even with the U.S intervention, one could…
Troops of 22 Armoured Brigade, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Patigi, have arrested eight kidnap suspects and rescued victims in a daring operation at Latandaji Village in Patigi Local Government Area. The Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations, 22 Brigade, Ilorin, Lt. Stephen Nwankwo, in a statement issued Sunday said the troops launched a tactical operation on Saturday, 21 June 2025, targeting a hideout on the outskirts of Latandaji Village in Patigi Local Government Area. He added: “During the operation, the troops encountered mild resistance but swiftly overpowered the criminals with superior firepower. “The raid resulted in the…
President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday in Abuja, handed over the chairmanship of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government to President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone. He expressed confidence in the region’s continued path toward peace, stability, and prosperity. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the ECOWAS Authority’s 67th Ordinary Session closed with the symbolic handover of the Emblem to the incoming Chair. Tinubu described it as a profound honour and privilege to have led the esteemed body, adding that he remained deeply humbled by the trust and support extended…