Politics

 By Jethro Akowe  There is no shred of doubt that Kogi State's political orbit and power loop today revolve around the persona of former Governor Yahaya Bello, who is the Numero uno in the current political structure and hierarchy.Not many…
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By Ebinum Samuel   Mbege Ka Michika, Adamawa state, His Royal Majesty Prof. Bulus Luka Gadiga has commended the leadership qualities of the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Brig Gen Mohamed Buba…
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By Tunde Rahman In an age when the lines between truth and falsehood are getting increasingly blurred, I was nonplussed when President Trump labelled Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern on October 31. My incredulity was…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Police Service Commission has commended the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force for its effective and efficient deployment of Officers and Men for the off cycle Anambra state Governorship election…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote: “I am honoured by the trust you have placed in me, and I am here today to reaffirm my commitment to delivering a future that reflects our shared hopes and aspirations. -Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan ( while…
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  Two members of the United States Congress have criticised President Donald Trump over his recent threat to cut off aid and launch military action against Nigeria, describing the remarks as “irresponsible and reckless.” Rep. Gregory W.…
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By Ebinum SamuelThe people of Old Bende, under the umbrella of the Old Bende Progressive Union (OBPU), on Friday, October 31, 2025, rolled out the drums at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, to celebrate the Executive Governor of Abia…
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By Ebinum Samuel The people of Old Bende, under the umbrella of the Old Bende Progressive Union (OBPU), on Friday held a historic grand reception in honour of the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr Alex Chioma…
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 By Ebinum Samuel  In an emphatic manifestation of its relentless commitment to urban regeneration, environmental rectitude, and the safeguarding of public order, the Lagos State Government has executed a sweeping enforcement exercise that…
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Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator representing Kogi Central, has extended an invitation to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and her colleagues for a project commissioning ceremony in her constituency — barely two months after her…
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Former President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Isa Ayo Salami, has declared that ex-President Goodluck Jonathan is constitutionally barred from contesting the 2027 presidential election.Justice Salami stated that the 1999 Constitution, as…
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The United States Consulate in Lagos has reiterated that visas granted to foreign nationals are a privilege and not a right, as it addressed questions surrounding the revocation of Nobel laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka’s visa.Responding to an…
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By Ebinum Samuel  The Police Service Commission has warned that although it will continue to ensure Police Officers are held accountable for their actions and inactions, it will not succumb to a disturbing and unfolding theatrics of crowd…
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  The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new rule that ends the automatic extension of employment authorization documents (EADs) for immigrants in specific visa and eligibility categories who apply for renewal.The…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Delta State Command, the image maker, SP Edafe Bright, said has tightened the net on violent crime with two decisive operations that led to arrests and the recovery of multiple firearms and ammunition.…
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  Tension has erupted in Komi District of Funakaye Local Government Area in Gombe State, where a clash between farmers and herders has reportedly claimed at least two lives and left several others injured.According to police sources, the…
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  The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday dismissed the no-case submission filed by suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, and his two brothers in the criminal case instituted against them by the National Drug Law…
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  Former Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and ex-Senate Leader, Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, has revealed the level of bureaucracy that fuels inefficiency and corruption within the agency.According to him, political…
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 The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his comment describing internet fraudsters, popularly known as Yahoo boys, as “geniuses” who need…
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 Former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, has come under intense criticism after posting and later deleting a congratulatory letter to the newly appointed Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, written on the official Kogi…
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 By Khalid Jaafar  Africa's famous novelist and renowned literary progenitor, Chinua Achebe, avails us of a very instructive proverb in his classic work, *Things Fall Apart.* Alluding to the proclivity of man for spontaneous arrogance and…
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By: Rademene Asonye In a nation where cynicism toward public office has hardened into habit, the emergence of the Public Office Holders Association of Nigeria (POHAN) offers a welcome ray of hope — a reminder that public…
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Former Kano State governor and 2023 presidential flag bearer of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabi’u Kwankwaso, says the 2027 general elections will be highly competitive, adding that his party is open to collaborations with key…
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  Nigerian singer, David Adeleke , popularly known as Davido, has met with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss cultural exchange and ways to foster a more connected global community.The Nigerian superstar shared news of the meeting…
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  Retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police and National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Directing Staff, DIG Adeleye Olusola Oyebade mni, has called for a renaissance in Nigeria’s governance architecture through …
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By Ebinum Samuel In furtherance of strategic preparations ahead of the forthcoming Anambra Gubernatorial Election scheduled for 8th November 2025, the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc, minps PhD visited…
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  The Presidency has confirmed receipt of a formal petition calling for the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, to step aside pending a thorough investigation into allegations concerning his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)…
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 As edited by Ayo Oyoze Baje,  According to Mr Don Onyenji, the honorable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture in Anambra state.heritage has become a powerful driver in the global tourism economy. From Kyoto in Japan, where…
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 Ex–Police Chief Delivers Strategic Lecture on Negotiation, Conflict Management, and Command ResponsibilitySegun Atanda/Retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police and Directing Staff at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic…
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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has debunked claims by an online publication alleging that the cancellation of activities for Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary was linked to an attempted military coup. In a statement issued by the…
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 By Ayo Oyoze Baje  Quote: "We are the children of the poorBorn without our mothers' consentTortured without a protestBuried without a name" -Ayo Oyoze Baje ( poem of the same title, published by the Nigerian Herald, July 1988 ) When we…
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  A rare interview granted to Newswatch magazine by Brig.Gen. David Mark landed the publication’s directors in hot water with the late Gen. Sani Abacha, according to Yakubu Mohammed, former Executive Editor of the now-defunct magazine.…
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By Ebinum Samuel  The Police Service Commission today, Monday, 25th August 2025, received a Presidential delegation led by Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination and Head, Central Results Delivery…
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 By Ebinum SamuelFace multiple charges for trafficking illicit substances to Jeddah as Marwa engages Saudi counterpart on the innocence of detained pilgrims A 55-year-old drug kingpin Mohammed Ali Abubakar alias Bello Karama and five…
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 By Ebinum Samuel  The Guild of Public Affairs Analysts of Nigeria ( GPAAN ), the nation's foremost organization for public affairs analysts and political commentators has raised alarm over the recurring ugly decimal of both vote selling-by…
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 By Ebinum Samuel Contrary to recent reports to the effect that he may opt out of the 2027 presidential contest, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has restated that he will run for the nation's top job. Atiku was quoted to have said at…
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 By Ebinum Samuel A Lagos-based top lawyer, Barrister Olayinka Sanni, alongside a victim of police misconduct, Olawale Iyanda and his father, has commended Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Margaret Ochalla, for her timely intervention…
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 By Tunde Olusunle Come Tuesday August 28, 2025, the cream of the Nigerian legal community congregate in the the historic *Coal City,* Enugu, capital of Enugu State, for their annual conference, under the auspices of the Nigerian Bar…
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By Ayo Baje Quote: "Amotekun Corp’s lofty journey has been one of remarkable achievements and unwavering resilience. Our brave men and women have scaled the most daunting challenges, confronting terrorists, bandits and kidnappers with…
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 Millions of telecom subscribers across Nigeria have received welcome news as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially scrapped the planned 5% excise duty on telecommunications services. The levy, introduced under the 2020 Finance Act,…
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  Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the release of ₦10 billion to offset long-standing pension arrears owed to retirees in the state. The move, according to the government, is aimed at clearing arrears that accumulated…
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has alleged that former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, became critical of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu after being sidelined in…
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Abdul Oroh is an unlikely avatar of the Nigerian dream. An Afenmai from Ivbiaro in Owan West Local Government Area of Edo State in the south-south of Nigeria, Abdul had the privilege of seeing Nigeria’s promise at independence and…
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 We returned to Abuja on Saturday after a three-day working tour of Enugu and Ebonyi States as members of the National Communication Team, led by Alhaji Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation. During the visit,…
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  A support group of the ruling All Progressives Congress, the APC Grassroots Governance Group, APC G3, on Friday said the credit given to the present administration by the Director-General (DG) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr.…
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 By Halima Abdulazeez Caprecon Foundation, led by Dr. Dollin Holt and his dedicated team, continues to make a remarkable impact. Their recent efforts in Warri focus on creating environments and resources that help young people grow…
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 By Ayo Oyoze Baje  Quote: "Technology helps solves the problem of access and quality in education. It can go where good teachers will refuse to go and give students the benefit of the same quality of education that the best schools enjoy.”…
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 By Ebinum Samuel Commend Marwa’s leadership as Agency empowers strategic commands, formations with 48 new vehiclesIt’s a milestone made possible by the President’s strategic support, says Marwa The National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu…
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 By Yomi Olusunle The world felt like it was holding its breath. I stood in the cold fluorescent light at Manchester Airport, dragging a suitcase that weighed exactly 23 kilograms. My heart was heavy with dreams I wasn’t sure I had the…
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By Tunde Olusunle Self-glorification by way of the conferment of verbose aliases and honorifics on themselves, has long been the vogue among Nigerian music artists. Those from the Yoruba country are most famous for this self-indulgence.…
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 The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) in Abeokuta has accused operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of invading its premises in the early hours of Sunday, August 10, 2025, in what…
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The Presidency has dismissed speculations about the health of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following reports that he was bedridden and being considered for urgent medical evacuation abroad. The International Centre for…
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 By Tunde Olusunle Senator representing Kogi West District, Sunday Karimi, has committed over N2Billion to critical projects across a broad range of sectors, philanthropic imperatives in his first two years in the Senate. His interventions…
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  President Bola Tinubu has appointed Abdullahi Garba Ramat, aged 39, as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). According to a statement released on Thursday by the…
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  Fifty-five suspected internet fraudsters have been arrested by operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in a sting operation conducted in Ogun State. According to a statement…
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By Ebinum Samuel Highlights of what can be better described as a game - changer evolving in Nigeria 's huge and alluring but yet to be harnessed tourism landscape came forth on Monday, August 4, 2025 at the Press briefing hosted by…
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 By Dr. Dele Alake It is said that some are born great and others have greatness thrust upon them. Dr.Doyin Abiola, who joined the Saints yesterday, showed up on both counts.She was the scion of the illustrious Aboaba family, reputed for…
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 By Ebinum Samuel ● Senator Sunday Karimi The recent observation by the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), about the early onset of electioneering activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, is apposite. While not…
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 By Tunde Olusunle  I returned to the *Daily Times* of yore in October 1993, where I was already a columnist and special section editor before I proceeded on a leave-of-absence, in March 1992. Prince Abubakar Audu of blessed memory who was…
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By Ebinum Samuel History was made on July 31,2025 when the distinguished members of the Artificial Intelligence Management and Finance Institute Nigeria ( AIMFIN ) met at Ikeja Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos where it hosted an intellectually…
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  United Kingdom Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch, says she no longer identifies as Nigerian and does not hold a passport for the country. Badenoch, who spent much of her childhood in Lagos and is of Yoruba heritage, explained her stance…
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 By Dan Atayi A major political shift appears to be unfolding in Benue South Senatorial District, as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) gains strong footing in Okpokwu Local Government Area of Benue State, which is the home base of…
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 The Niger State Government has filed a legal action at the Supreme Court against the Federal Government over its exclusion from the 13% derivation fund, challenging what it described as a constitutional oversight. In the suit, filed…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote: "Nearly all the elected and appointed leaders at various levels prioritize personal interests over the well-being of the citizens, thereby perpetuating widespread corruption and selfishness." -Abiola Ayankunbi (…
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  As part of efforts to ameliorate the pangs of hunger in the society, the Aliko Dangote Foundation last week began the distribution of 10,000 bags of rice, each weighing ten kilograms, to vulnerable households, people living with…
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 The House of Representatives ad hoc committee on the rehabilitation and operationalisation of the Baro Inland Port has summoned the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, and the Managing Director of the National Inland…
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 By Ebinum Samuel Targeting proceeds of crime ‘ll serve as punishment and deterrence - Marwa  The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Tuesday 29th July 2025, conducted a public auction of forfeited houses which were either…
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  The Ekiti state chapter of the Petroleum Dealers Association of Nigeria (PEDAN) has lauded the founder and CEO of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, for his efforts to reduce the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) through its refinery. The…
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 By Tunde Olusunle A titleless piece authored by a certain "Comrade Adabara Abduljelili El-Okene," made the rounds on the social media last weekend. Shared on many platforms peopled largely by the Okun-Yoruba of Kogi State, the kernel of…
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By Ebinum SamuelA Lagos-based human rights organisation, Africans for Human Rights International (AfriRights), has made a heartfelt appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, seeking urgent financial intervention for a severely ill and…
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 Abuja — The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), in collaboration with Gender Mobile Initiative and the FCT Education Secretariat, has renewed its call for full implementation of the Model Sexual…
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 Retired military officer and elder statesman, Colonel Lawan Gwadabe, has attributed the North’s underdevelopment to poor leadership across generations. At a press briefing held Thursday to commemorate 30 years since the passing of General…
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 The Cross River State Government has disbursed ₦250 million in self-enhancement entrepreneurial grants to 500 retirees from the state civil service, as part of efforts to empower former workers and promote financial independence…
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 By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote:"Leaders who don't listen to their people will soon be surrounded by people who have nothing to say"-Andy StanleyOne disturbing dimension with regards to how governance has been playing out in Nigeria's political…
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By Tunde Olusunle Nigeria's systemic failure over time has unwittingly reordered the delineation of responsibilities for the provision of services, and the prosecution of infrastructural development and rehabilitation,…
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By Ebinum SamuelThe National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Lagos State Axis, yesterday, strongly condemned what they called "the irresponsible actions and calculated inaction" of a landlord whose malicious and deceptive petition…
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 By Halima Abdulazeez The announcement of former President General Muhammadu Buhari’s passing on July 13, 2025, sparked widespread reactions across Nigeria. This news, previously fabricated by mischievous elements, laid bare the enduring…
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