Category: Politics and Governance

By Adegbenro Barakat Opeyemi (SIWES Student, Moshood Abiola Polytechnic) Commencing today, the funeral proceedings for the late Governor of Ondo, Rotimi Akeredolu, kick off with a Winning Soul Crusade at the MKO Abiola Democracy Park in Akure, the state capital, starting at 5 p.m. This information was disclosed by Richard Olatunde, former spokesman of the […]

By Adegbenro Barakat Opeyemi( SIWES Student, Moshood Abiola Polytechnic) A plea has been made by the Coalition of South-East Youth Leaders to the Inspector General of Police, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and Amnesty International regarding the arrest of whistleblower Comrade Chika Nwoba in Ebonyi State. The petition addresses the alleged misappropriation of […]

By Iyobhebhe Gift Osareme(IT Student, Ambrose Ali University) Peter Obi, the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 General Elections, has appealed to the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) to support their members’ desire to migrate from Nigeria to other countries. He expressed concern that the recently released revised guidelines for […]

By Adegbenro Barakat Opeyemi(Siwes Student, Moshood Abiola Polytechnic) The Anambra State government, led by Deputy Governor Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, issued a stern warning to Onitsha landlords, emphasizing the imperative to uphold the city’s reputation as the economic hub of the state. Addressing landlords from Onitsha South Local Government Area at the council secretariat, Dr. Ibezim […]

By Iyobhebhe Gift Osareme(IT Student, Ambrose Ali University) The Oyo State Police Command has apprehended several individuals, including five suspects allegedly involved in the murder of Mrs. Olaitan Gbenle, a retired permanent secretary in the state civil service. Additionally, the command detained 30 other individuals linked to various criminal activities. According to a statement from […]

By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) Residents of Benue State are dismayed by the recent surge in cement prices, which have soared from N5,500 to N8,000. Locals and end-users have voiced their discontent, deeming the hike unjustified. James Toryila, a resident, criticized the increase, citing no significant changes in production costs and suggesting profiteering […]

By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) Traditional leaders alongside the Nigerian Bar Association voice apprehensions regarding the escalating cost of living and food inflation within Nigeria. They advocate for governmental intervention and urge against the removal of fuel subsidies. Concurrently, President Tinubu is slated to convene with state governors today to explore remedies for […]

By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) The PDP spokesman, Ologunagba, suggests amending the Nigerian Constitution to delay the inauguration of newly-elected Presidents until all election petitions are resolved. Ologunagba contends that this would enable incoming Presidents to focus on governance rather than legal battles. He laments that Tinubu’s initial seven months in office were […]

By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) The Labour Party has suspended its National Treasurer, Oluchi Opara, over allegations of fraud against the party’s leadership. Opara accused the leadership of mismanaging funds and colluding with the opposition party, a claim denied by the leadership. Instead, they cite Opara’s violation of party rules as grounds for […]

By By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) Ifeanyi Ejiofor, representing Nnamdi Kanu, has taken legal action against Vincent Dike, the President-General of the Oraifite Improvement Union, seeking N50 billion in damages for alleged defamation. Ejiofor contends that Dike’s remarks during a press conference were false and defamatory, causing significant harm to his personal and […]