Politics

By Ebinum Samuel The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has reaffirmed the Commission's commitment to ensuring that the nation's policing institutions work hand-in-hand with the judiciary to uphold the…
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The Federal Government has commenced a revalidation exercise of the National Social Register as part of efforts to strengthen the ongoing conditional cash transfer programme aimed at cushioning the impact of economic reforms. So far, a…
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Almost two weeks after PlatinumPost exclusively reported that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi were finalizing plans to contest the 2027 presidential election under the African…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni has identified conflict of roles as a result of uncertainty of mandate as one of the key challenges /threats confronting the due process application…
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By Ayo Oyoze BajeQuote:“Nigerian politicians have over the years become more desperate and daringin taking and retaining power; more reckless and greedy in their use and abuse of power;and more intolerant of opposition, criticism and…
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 By Tunde OlusunleA short video clip trended on the social media a few days ago. The narrator who was probably driving his automobile, drew attention to the truck ahead of him. According to his narration, he desired to commute from Egbe,…
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Former Military governor of Bayelsa State, Caleb Omoniyi Olubolade, has passed away at the age of 70. Olubolade, who also served as federal minister in various ministerial roles including Police Affairs and Special Duties,…
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By Tunde Olusunle He turned 70 on Monday May 5, 2025. A thanksgiving service and celebration of the landmark, however, have been scheduled for early June 2025, in Benin City, capital of Edo State, his birthplace. The city is a…
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By Halima Abdulazeez It’s heart-wrenching to witness the disdain with which some political leaders view the poor, wishing they allowed the poor to breathe in reality. This narrative that people are poor because they are lazy is not only…
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By Tunde Olusunle Royalty enjoyed tremendous reverence when my generation was growing up. As a schoolboy in Benin City those days, the Oba savoured profound reverence and conjured trepidation amongst his subjects. He was and still is…
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Daniel Bwala had many dreams as a young man. He once thought of playing professional football, securing a place in the national team and eventually trading tackles on foreign turfs with a football club abroad. As lofty as that ambition…
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By Ebinum Samuel A fomer topnotcher of the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, Mohammed Ari Ali, who is the immidiate past Deputy Inspector -general of Police, DIG, in charge of Operations of the police has joined the race for Senatorial…
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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has donated N50 million to the Living Faith Church Worldwide and pledged to build a road network within the church premises in Minna. The announcement was made on Sunday during the church’s…
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An associate of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has revealed that his principal is willing to work with the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in a bid to unseat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote " Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain, for as the Scripture says, ' the worker deserves his wages'"- Timothy 5 vs 18 ( The Holy Bible ) The celebration of the annual Worker's Day on the…
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By Tunde Olusunle Three years ago, I wrote a piece which I titled Capitol of the Dank, Dark, Dirty and Dangerous. It was my personal assessment of notable, multisectoral degeneration in Abuja, Nigeria's capital city, which is supposed…
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By Tunde Olusunle I have taken liberties to somewhat adapt the title of the prophetic poem, *Come Thunder,* written by Christopher Okigbo, one of Nigeria's most talented first generation poets, as title of this piece. Okigbo, a…
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If economic health, social vitality, and the raw pulse of public opinion were the only indicators relied upon to prognosticate the chances of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reelection in 2027, I would say with cocksure certitude that he…
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Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser (NSA), has said the Tinubu administration inherited a deeply troubled security landscape, but remains fully committed to restoring peace and stability across Nigeria. Speaking during a…
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Political commentator and lawyer, Daniel Bwala, has criticized Senator Ali Ndume, accusing him of favoring his own children with elite job placements while encouraging less privileged Nigerians to join the military. In a statement that…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote: " Challenges are what make life interesting. Overcoming them is what makes life meaningful" -Joshua Marine Currently ranked as the leading researcher in paediatrics in Nigeria, who is also amongst the…
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By Dan D. Kunle By Wednesday, it will be one week since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu sent seismic shockwaves through Nigeria’s oil and gas industry with a decisive shake-up at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd).…
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By Ebinum Samuel   The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has declared that the Commission has continued to be guided by the lives and times of the later Founder of CLEEN Foundation, Chief Innocent…
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By Dan Kunle   Ladies and Gentlemen, this board is a technical board as I have always advocated. Congratulations to the President and all Nigerians, including myself. All the members of the board have core competencies. They have Good…
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  Quote:" Successful leaders cement legacies through enduring policies, institutionalizing reforms and cultivating strong successors"-QuoraIn its distilled essence, leadership encapsulates the capacity to identify and highlight the most…
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The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu for what he described as ineffective economic policies. Speaking during an interview on Arise News Prime Time on…
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BOOK REVIEW OF'DEAD JOURNEY(Pre-Marital and Extra-Marital Sex) AUTHOR:Friday Eshioramhe John PUBLISHER:Shalom Publishing House, a subsidiary of Morakinyo Life Fulfilment Ventures, Abuja(c)2020 ISBN: 978-978-911-310-1 FOREWORD by…
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  By Femi Melefa A Review There is always the need to relive experiences. The value of this lies in the lessons and inspiration that are derivable for life and living. Memories and Imprints is a fascinating and intriguing…
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  The Nigerian presidency is an energizing elixir. It has proven to be very effective in breathing life into dry bones. To old creaky engines, it gives deep cleaning; it replaces worn parts and upgrades the lubrication system. Olusegun…
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  Dr. Abdul Karim Bangura is a Sierra Leonean-American scholar, researcher, author, and scientist, widely regarded as one of the most educated individuals in the world. He holds five PhD and speaks 17 languages.He holds the following…
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By Halima Abdulazeez Despite the complexities, it's important to recognize that pre-colonial African traditions and values celebrated women's power, contributions, and importance in ways that challenge simplistic narratives of female…
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Ayo Oyoze Baje Well aware of the deleterious effects and impacts of climate change on the socio-economic development of the global landscape,the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP) was established in 2002, as a followup on…
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“No man’s life, liberty, or property is safe while the legislature is in session.” Gideon J. Tucker A Governor Bola Tinubu of Lagos would not vacate his seat for anyone appointed illegally from Abuja – or from anywhere. If the…
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The Ogun State government has shut down Perfect Light Nursery and Primary School in Eyinogbe, near Igode, Sagamu Local Government Area, over the alleged defilement of a pupil by the headmaster, Ashafa Afelaja. The school was also…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote: " When brothers fight to death, a stranger inherits their father's estate". -Chinua Achebe My dear reader, it would be recalled that over the past five decades yours truly has severally warned our crop…
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Press statement by suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara on the state of emergency declared in Rivers State: My dear Rivers People, I address you today with a deep sense of responsibility and calm, as we navigate this unfortunate…
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The Rivers State House of Assembly has endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state. This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday, by the Speaker of the House, Martin Amaewhule. Amaewhule…
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Federal Govt investigating Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s unauthorised attendance at IPU meeting The Department of State Services (DSS) and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) are investigating Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who…
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The former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Lagos State, Dr Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has defected to the All Progressives Congress. Jandor made the announcement on Monday during a press…
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By Ebinum Samuel   I stumbled on a social media report that faithful Monday afternoon of March 10, 2025 and before me was the shocking news break that my boss (will forever remain my boss), the debonair, industrious and effervescent…
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By Tunde Olusunle Since Nigeria's last military ruler, Abdulsalami Abubakar handed over the reins of power to a democratically elected government on May 29, 1999, his visage has undergone very remarkable transmutation. Abubakar, a…
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By Ebinum Samuel The French government has commended the operational successes of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, especially in areas of illicit drug control and high rate of prosecution and conviction of offenders.The…
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BY BLESSING WIKINA   Just as the last car in the Governor convey turned right onto the East/West road, and the siren roared to clear traffic from Road ahead, so also the air of expectation, doubts, and wishes came to an end. Days ago,…
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By Ayo Baje Quote: "There are several court rulings, including that of the Court of Appeal, each of which deems it illegal to suspend an elected member of the legislature. The recent suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti - Uduaghan…
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  The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), sitting in Abuja on Tuesday, adjourned ruling on the suit filed by Courses 18, 19, and 20 (Force Entrants) of the Police Academy challenging their forceful retirement from the Nigeria…
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By Tunde Olusunle   One very well reasoned appointment into a very critical government department in recent years, is bound to be the "conscription" of Sonny Togo Echono to the leadership of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, (TETFUND).…
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  The Abia state government has issued a stern warning to building developers, stating that it will no longer approve the construction of three-storey buildings without elevators. This move aims to ensure that buildings in the state are…
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By Olumuyiwa Adejobi In a world where security threats are constantly evolving and societal complexities continue to rise, the demand for innovative and inclusive policing strategies has never been more urgent. National security…
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Abdulrasheed Ibrahim As a writer and a student of history, I do not like seeing anyone in whatever form trying to take people for a ride. It is not in my character to look the other way. Some of us were not babies when IBB ruled this…
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By Ebinum Samuel No fewer than 15 police officers recently retired by the Police Service Commission, PSC, over "date of appointment" have debunked some misleading media reports alleging that they were sacked over corruption and…
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By Halima Abdulazeez Nigeria has been gripped by a series of revelations and events in recent times,  that have brought her political history and leadership under intense scrutiny. One such phenomenon making headlines is the publication…
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The Oyo State Government has denied media reports suggesting that the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, is dead. Some media reports on Monday night claimed that the revered monarch was dead at the age of 89. However, in an…
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By Tunde Olusunle I was initially going to predicate this piece on notable developmental milestones I've followed in recent weeks and months, in some states in Nigeria's South. Indeed, in two separate treatises, I've interrogated the…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje   Quote:" This is not a challenge for the government alone. All of us are stakeholders.on this issue...The future of Nigeria belongs to all of us"-- Gen. Buba Marwa ( retd), ( Chairman /CEO of NDLEA at the Business…
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  The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has called for a stop to all forms of entrenched vindictiveness, cruelty, and deep-seated animosities towards Igbos in Nigeria following the revelation by former military…
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Billionaire Aliko Dangote has described his $23bn Dangote Refinery project as the “biggest risk” of his life, acknowledging the challenges he faced in bringing the venture to fruition. In an exclusive interview with Forbes on Monday,…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has identified intra and inter Service conflict, politicisation of crime and security issues and conflict of roles as major challenges…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje "What have you done?The voice of your brother's blood cries out to me. So now you are cursed from the earth"-Genesis 4 vs 9-12 ( Voice of God to Cain on killing his brother, Abel ) Life is precious, priceless and…
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Irked by last week’s directive of the  Police Service Commission, PSC,  that no fewer than 197 police officers should proceed on compulsory retirement over what the Commission attributed to the attainment of the Statutory 60 years of age,…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Delta State police command has condemned the attack on police operatives attached to the Quick Response Squad of the Command by Airforce personnel attached to Airforce base Jeddo in Okpe Local government Area.The…
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By Tunde Olusunle It was a relay of calls competing for access to me Thursday February 6, 2025. Messages tagged "Breaking News" were equally discernible as they streamed onto my WhatsApp page. I would subsequently get to know that…
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By Halima Abdulazeez Recent data from the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) reveals that over 3.6 million Nigerians migrated from the country between 2022 and 2023. A significant portion of this number left in the past two years,…
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By Achike Bosah Ikioye Livingston Orutugu, new Anambra state Commissioner of Police, has expressed his readiness to cooperate and synergize with other security agencies to effectively fight criminality in the state. Orutugu made the…
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The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has reaffirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will serve his full two terms in office, spanning from 2023 to 2031. Ganduje’s statement comes in…
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The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy, Daniel Bwala, revealed on Tuesday that his previous criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration stemmed from his position as a member of the opposition party, the Peoples…
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By Ebinum Samuel As raise of dust in last week directive by the Police Service Commission, PSC, to certain category of police chiefs to proceed on compulsory retirement is yet to settle down, a security expert has described the…
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By Ebinum Samuel The 197 Senior Police Officers, who were unceremoniously retired by the Police Service Commission (PSC) due to the Regularisation Of First Date Of Entry Exercise, are not ready to accept it without a fight.According to…
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A professor at the University of Uyo, Prof. Ignatius Uduk, has been sentenced to three years imprisonment by the Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo. Uduk was convicted for publishing false election results and committing perjury related…
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday urged Nigerians to be patient with the government amid the current economic hardship. Speaking in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, while leading members of the G-5…
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It was gathered that many others are considering the move, particularly those in Lagos, following the recent crash in the prices of refined products by the $20bn Lekki-based Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Already some dealers that used to…
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The Federal Government has approved N452bn for the construction and rehabilitation of 14 major roads across the country, as part of the Renewed Hope Administration’s comprehensive infrastructure initiative. The Minister of Works, Dave…
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Elon Musk’s Starlink has already transformed global internet access, but now it’s taking connectivity a step further. The latest innovation—Direct-to-Cell—enables standard iPhones and Android phones to make calls from anywhere on Earth,…
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By Ebinum Samuel Defaulting Officers Risk SanctionsThe Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has raised serious concerns about the unwarranted and unethical practice of transfering ongoing cases and…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Police Service Commission has been inaudated with calls, messages and reports on the status of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, PhD, in the aftermath of the Commission's decision, directing…
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The Federal Government has indicated that electricity tariffs will be increased in the coming months as part of efforts to attract private investment into the power sector.The government, however, said that the planned increase needed…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Nigeria Police Force hereby refutes, in clear and unequivocal terms, the baseless and misleading claims recently attributed to Mr. Omoyele Sowore alleging that the tenure of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP…
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By Ebinum Samuel In a resolute and uncompromising enforcement initiative designed to restore traffic discipline and facilitate the unhindered movement of vehicles, operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have…
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Human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore has been detained indefinitely by the Nigeria Police Force after rejecting the bail conditions set for his release. Sowore was summoned for questioning over his exposé on alleged police…
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Recovers skuchies, ‘suck and die’, opioids, assorted weapons in raids across Lagos, Ekiti, Kwara; destroys cannabis plantation in Kano By Ebinum Samuel Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intercepted…
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Ever since I started consciously monitoring the business of the government, I have always wondered why Nigeria’s yearly budgets unfailingly allocate astronomical amounts of money to buy the same items—cars, cutlery, furniture, etc.— that…
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By Tunde Olusunle Abuja, Nigeria's capital city, makes no pretences about a robust arts and culture tradition, as vivacious as in good old Lagos. The National Theatre in Iganmu; the Musical Society of Nigeria's (MUSON) Centre in…
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