We Are Poised To Reclaim Agodi Government House in 2027___ Oyo APC Chairman The acting chairman of the All Progressives Congress APC in Oyo state, Alhaji Olayide Abas has assured that the Party would return to power by reclaiming the governorship seat from the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in 2027 stating that his optimism stemmed from the readiness of all stakeholders to work together as a member of the same family. Abas made this submission on Wednesday while addressing party leaders and stalwarts from the six local government councils in Ibadan Outer City Zone who paid him a solidarity…
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The Hidden Threat: Betrayal Behind a Façade of Loyalty By Abayomi Odunowo. The Dangers of Disingenuous Relationships, In today’s interconnected world, forming relationships—whether personal, social, or professional—can be a double-edged sword. While friendship and support can lead us to greater heights, there lurks the unsettling possibility that not everyone’s intentions are pure. Some individuals may claim to stand by you, wearing the mask of loyalty and support, while simultaneously scheming to exploit your vulnerabilities. This betrayal runs deeper when it extends to those we care about most: your spouse and your children. Imagine investing time, effort, and love into nurturing…
Fidelis Oditah’s Commercialised Outbursts Against EFCC, Corruption Fighting Back By Kehinde Osifisan The recent virulent outbursts on a national television Programme by a UK-based Nigeria lawyer, Professor Fidelis Oditah, calls for serious concern as it was nothing short of corruption fighting back. One is taken aback that Professor Oditah, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), though far from home, could go on a national television’s live programme to display or feign such lack of knowledge about the EFCC’s Establishment Act, operations and recent sterling accomplishments of the Commission, especially under the current, widely acclaimed, leadership of Ola Olukoyede as Chairman.…
First Lady Visits Lagbaja’s Widow, Condoles with Family The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, paid a condolence visit on Wednesday to the family of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja. In a statement issued by her media aide, Busola Kukoyi, the First Lady, who was accompanied by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, and the wife of the National Security Adviser, Hajia Ribadu, was received by the wife of the Chief of Defence Staff, Oghogho Musa, who prayed for the family. While comforting the wife, Mariya Lagbaja, and the children, Mrs. Tinubu…
Tinubu Released Minors Charged With Treason On Compassionate Grounds – Shettima The Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima, on Tuesday disclosed that President Bola Tinubu ordered the release of the minors facing trial for treason on compassionate grounds. According to Shettima, there are video and photographic evidence of some of the protesters which were uploaded by the actors themselves. He lamented that the nation lost over N300 billion from the destruction and halting of economic activities orchestrated by the protesters. Shettima made this claim while receiving the minors at the Presidential Villa, shortly after their charges were dropped by…
A Fresh Hope in Combating Insecurity: President Tinubu’s Appointment of Lt. General Femi Olatunbosun Oluyede as Acting Chief of Army Staff By Abayomi Odunowo. In recent years, Nigeria has faced a troubling epidemic of insecurity, predominantly characterized by the persistent threat of banditry and the harrowing activities of Boko Haram. These issues have significantly stunted the nation’s growth, instilled fear in innocent lives, and rattled the very foundations of the country’s socio-economic fabric. The menace has not only claimed countless lives but has also disrupted farming, trade, and daily activities, leading to a humanitarian crisis that puts millions at risk.…
Professor Fidelis Oditah is Wrong about the EFCC By Dele Oyewale Professor Fidelis Oditah’s recent interactive discussion on a wide range of issues on Arise News, are quite engaging. As a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN and an international legal mind, his views on national issues cannot be disregarded. Benjamin Disraeli, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom once said, “with words we govern men”. Thus, Oditah’ s words are important and cannot be dismissed as empty effusion lacking weight or impact. However, the learned Professor’s submission on what he called the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC’s three fundamental…
FG Inaugurates 10-Man Inter-Ministerial Committee To Enforce Supreme Court Judgement On Local Governments Autonomy The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, CON, has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Committee to enforce the Supreme Court judgement delivered on 11th July, 2024 granting financial autonomy to Local Governments in Nigeria. The members of the committee are as follows: 1. Secretary to the Government of the Federation – Chairman 2. Hon. Minister of Finance & Coordinating Minister of the Economy -Member 3. Attorney General of the Federation & Minister of Justice – Member 4. Hon. Minister of Budget & Economic…
FG Inaugurates 10-Man Inter-Ministerial Committee To Enforce Supreme Court Judgement On Local Governments Autonomy The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, CON, has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Committee to enforce the Supreme Court judgement delivered on 11th July, 2024 granting financial autonomy to Local Governments in Nigeria. The members of the committee are as follows: 1. Secretary to the Government of the Federation – Chairman 2. Hon. Minister of Finance & Coordinating Minister of the Economy -Member 3. Attorney General of the Federation & Minister of Justice – Member 4. Hon. Minister of Budget & Economic…
President Tinubu Order Release Of Minors Arrested For Hunger Protests Following the outrage that trailed the arrest and arraignment of minors over the #EndBadGovernance protests held in several parts of the country in August, President Bola Tinubu on Monday directed the immediate release of all the children. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this to State House correspondents on Monday after the President swore in seven newly appointed ministers cleared by the Senate. The minister said the President ordered the immediate release of the minors without prejudice to whatever legal processes that are ongoing. The President also…