Day: June 11, 2025

₦39 Billion on ICC Renovation Is Elitist Waste — Peter Obi Slams FG, Donates Projects to Chibok School

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The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the Federal Government’s reported ₦39 billion expenditure on the renovation of the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja, describing it as a gross misplacement of priorities that benefits the elite while the poor continue to suffer. Obi made this known in Abuja on Wednesday while announcing his facilitation of three development projects—worth over ₦6 million—at Government Girls Secondary School, Chibok, in Borno State. His comments were contained in a statement by his spokesperson, Ibrahim Umar. “The ₦39 billion used to renovate…

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2027: ADC Pledges to Take Power from APC

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has pledged to take decisive action to unseat the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections in Imo State. Chilos Godsent, the ADC National Vice Chairman for the South East, made this declaration during the party’s Coalition Partners Meeting in Owerri, themed “Operation Power Must Change Hand 2027 in Imo State.” Chilos asserted that the ADC would spearhead a ballot revolution aimed at removing what he described as a reactionary, ineffective, oppressive, and exploitative APC government that, according to him, has subjected Imo…

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Rivers State Administrator Presents ₦1.48 Trillion 2025 Budget to House of Reps, Vows Infrastructure Revival Amid Emergency Rule

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The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Mr. Ibok-Ete Ibas, on Tuesday presented the state’s proposed 2025 budget of ₦1.48 trillion to the House of Representatives, unveiling an ambitious fiscal plan aimed at rebuilding infrastructure, enhancing social services, and driving inclusive development under the ongoing state of emergency. The budget proposal—which received presidential approval following a Supreme Court ruling on the legality of the 2025 appropriation process—projects ₦1.4 trillion in revenue, with expenditures focused on critical sectors in line with the Rivers State Development Plan 2017–2027. In his remarks before the…

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Dele Momodu Challenges Wike Over Absence During June 12 Struggle

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

Dele Momodu, a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has confronted Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, accusing him of behaving like Nigeria’s founding father. During an interview on Wednesday, Momodu criticized Wike for seizing control of PDP decisions and destabilizing the party’s internal structure. He also questioned Wike’s commitment to democratic principles. Momodu expressed concern that the hard-won democracy in Nigeria is deteriorating. “I’m glad today falls near June 12, our Democracy Day, because if we still have any conscience, we must admit that…

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Nigerian Army Debunks Claims of Religious Bias Over Islamic Affairs School

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The Nigerian Army has dismissed a viral video alleging that the establishment of its School of Islamic Affairs is part of a plot to Islamize Nigeria and destroy the country’s secular foundation. The video, which circulated widely on social media, claimed the move mirrors actions in countries like Turkey and Libya, which allegedly led to prolonged instability. It urged the Army to focus on combating insecurity and defending Nigeria’s territorial integrity rather than veering into religious matters. In a strongly worded statement, the Army described the claims as false, misleading,…

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Four Killed, Others Injured in Fresh Attacks on Benue Communities

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At least four people have been confirmed dead and several others injured in separate attacks on communities in Apa and Agatu Local Government Areas of Benue State. The coordinated assaults occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Monday, along the Odugbeho-Ogbaulu Road in Agatu and in Edikwu ‘Icho and Ugbokpo, the headquarters of Apa LGA. Among the victims was Sunday Dutse, a native of Odejo and younger brother to a former chairman of Agatu LGA. Dutse had reportedly been displaced by previous attacks from armed herders and had relocated to Ogwule-Kaduna in…

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NASS Moves to Make June 12 Presidential Address and Inauguration at Assembly Arcade Law

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The National Assembly is set to introduce two key bills aimed at deepening Nigeria’s democracy — one to mandate that future Presidents be sworn in at the National Assembly arcade, and another to institutionalize a yearly State of the Nation Address on June 12. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele revealed this on Tuesday in Abuja while addressing journalists during the June 12 Democracy Day celebrations. Bamidele said the proposed laws are part of ongoing efforts to give more meaning to democratic governance and reflect the symbolism of June 12, which commemorates…

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Delta Community Women Protest Insecurity, Demand Government Action

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

Angry women from Okpavuerhe Olomu Community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State staged a protest yesterday over ongoing insecurity fueled by a leadership crisis. The protesters marched to the office of the Council Chairman, Dr. Lucky Avweromre, urging him to intervene and restore peace. Carrying leaves and chanting war songs, the women condemned the violence that has disrupted their lives and prevented them from accessing their farmlands. They blamed the leadership tussle for escalating insecurity, claiming cultists and other criminals now roam freely in their farming areas.…

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Kogi Government warns against Politicizing insecurity

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The Kogi State Government has firmly warned political actors, citizens, and media stakeholders against politicizing security issues or spreading fear, reaffirming its strong commitment to tackling insecurity head-on. In a statement released on Tuesday in Lokoja by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the government highlighted its ongoing, quiet successes in combating criminal elements, especially kidnappers operating in the state. “These achievements reflect our deliberate strategies and institutional efforts to ensure the safety of every resident of Kogi,” the statement declared. The government sympathized with victims…

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The Compass of Hope: Navigating the Waves of Irony Towards President Tinubu’s Renewed Future

Tolu Adebayo

The Compass of Hope: Navigating the Waves of Irony Towards President Tinubu’s Renewed Future From my vantage point, reflecting on the current journey under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and its guiding mantra of “Renewed Hope,” I find myself contemplating a fascinating interplay of ideals and realities. It’s a path marked not just by clear objectives and bold proclamations, but also, in my personal observation, by what I might call “ironic values” – not in a cynical sense, but in the unexpected ways that deeply held values reveal themselves or…

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Otu Enacts Nine Laws to Improve Water Access, Strengthen Security, and More

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has enacted nine new laws aimed at improving water access, enhancing security, and boosting internal revenue. At Tuesday’s signing ceremony in Calabar, Otu praised the legislature for its commitment over the past two years, emphasizing that the new laws align with his administration’s goal to modernize governance and tackle urgent developmental issues. The governor signed the following laws: * Cross River State Water Supply and Sanitation Law No. 5, 2025* Fire Fighting and Rescue Service Law No. 4, 2024* Security Trust Fund (Amendment)…

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604 Special Forces Trained by Army to Enhance Security

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The Nigerian Army has trained 604 Special Forces operatives in the eighth edition of ‘Exercise Restore Hope’ to strengthen national security. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the six-month specialist training covered both kinetic and non-kinetic operations. The Nigerian Army Military Training Centre in Kachia hosted the exercise, which aimed to equip the operatives for current security challenges. During Tuesday’s graduation ceremony in Kaduna, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, praised the troops for mastering marksmanship, weapon handling, and precision targeting. Represented by Maj.-Gen. Mayirenso…

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