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…As dialogue on LG autonomy begins tomorrow. The  House of Representatives Committee on Constitutional Review chaired by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu will tomorrow, Monday, December 2, host a national dialogue on local government autonomy. The national dialogue on local government autonomy through constitutional review is a crucial step towards strengthening Nigeria’s democracy and promoting sustainable development. According to the organisers, it is essential that all stakeholders, including citizens, civil society organizations, and government agencies, participate actively in the review process. To this end, it said, a panel of discussants has been selected to dig dive into the issue. These include: Adamu Aliero, Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and former governor of Kebbi State; Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and former governor of Abia State; Adams Oshiomhole, Senator of the Federal Republic ...

Your Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila was my colleague during my time in the House. He knows me well and can confirm to you that I’m not given to frivolities. I write to you as a concerned Nigerian citizen praying for your success in tackling our country’s myriad problems. I have followed your journey closely – from your days as a democracy advocate with NADECO, through your involuntary exile to the UK; your return to Nigeria and subsequent emergence as Governor of Lagos State, and now, by the Grace of God, the President and Commander-in- Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. I am glad to have witnessed your leadership style and do believe that you possess both the capacity and the will to transform our beloved country if you so desire.“O God of all creation; Grant this our one request; Help us to build a nation; Where no man is oppressed, and so with peace and plenty Nigeria may be blessed.”This final stanza of our reintroduced national anthem aligns with...

SIMFUBARA Rivers State Gov, Siminalayi Fubara Pictured Together With Abia State Gov, Alex Otti On Saturday Nov 30, 2024 5:43 PM The executive Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara has been pictured together with the executive Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti at the burial ceremony of late Mrs Erefori Nawa Basi Maeba on Saturday. ( Photo Credit - Governor Siminalayi Fubara Verified Facebook Page ) Siminalayi Fubara, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party noted that the occasion also gave him the privilege of reassuring the people of his government commitment to continue defending the mandate Rivers people have given to him. The executive Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara stated on his verified Facebook page on Saturday; "We commiserated with our brother, Senator Lee Maeba and members of his family on the death of their beloved matriarch, late Mrs Erefori Nawa Basi Maeba who was laid to rest today." The Peoples Democratic Party chieftain added; "We al...

Former governors Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State have been shortlisted for ambassadorial appointments by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.This was exposed by Jackson Ude, a US-based Nigerian investigative journalist, who broke the news via his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle.Ude had posted names of those likely to be ambassadorial appointees, including Ikpeazu and Ugwuanyi, with Fola Adeola, Bayero, Usman Sarki, and Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire. He addressed the former governors as “Ambassador Okezie Ikpeazu” and “Ambassador Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi”, indicating that their inclusion in the list was a done deal.Notably, Ikpeazu and Ugwuanyi were the two very key members of the G-5, which was a group of governors within the Peoples Democratic Party who openly vowed against the party’s presidential candidate then, Atiku Abubakar, during the 2023 general elections. The G-5, led by erstwhile Governor of Rivers State Nyesom Wike, broke ranks with the PDP to support Tinu...

LP crisis: Abure begs Obi, Otti, others to return Nov 30, 2024 12:00 AM National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has appealed to the party’s 2023 presidential flag bearer, Peter Obi, Abia State Governor, Alex Otti and other aggrieved bigwigs to return to the party. Abure made the plea in an exclusive interview with  Saturday PUNCH. The embattled chairman had been at loggerheads with chieftains and stakeholders of the party who kicked against his reelection on the ground that the controversial Nnewi convention that returned him to office wasn’t an all-inclusive and expansive one. Consequently, Obi, Otti and some party stakeholders in July this year, set up a 29-man caretaker committee.The committee, headed by a former minister of finance, Nnenadi Usman, was saddled with a mandate to conduct an expanded election to birth new executives at the ward, local government, state and national levels. ...

Seyi Tinibu A few days ago, several groups mounted campaigns, endorsing Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu to become the next governor of Lagos State. DAILY POST reports that it started with the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders, CONYL, which in a statement in Owerri, Imo State, endorsed the President’s son for the Lagos governorship seat in 2027. According to the Coalition, Seyi Tinubu had on several occasions proven through his philanthropic gestures that he is a man who is selfless in all senses of the word. “When there was flooding in Borno State, Mr Seyi and his team were there to sympathize and show support to those Nigerians whose property, homes and means of livelihood were destroyed by the flood. “He gave a lot of gift items, food, home utensils, drugs and money to the affected persons during that period when the sad event took place,” the coalition said. Also, the Lagos branch of the Middle Belt Youths joined the call in a press conference, with the D...

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nyesom Wike, has reportedly ordered the secret dissolution of the Special Court of Appeal in the FCT that gave a favourable ruling on the Rivers State Local Government Elections.The panel was “quietly disbanded” after it upheld the Rivers State Local Government elections conducted by the administration of Governor Siminalayi Fubara.The controversy surrounding the Rivers State Local Government Elections has been ongoing, with the Court of Appeal in Abuja nullifying a judgement of the Federal High Court that barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from releasing the voters register to the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) for the conduct of local elections in the state.The appellate court panel, led by Onyekachi Otisi, had held that the lower court lacked jurisdiction to entertain the suit, citing Section 28 of the Electoral Act, which does not accommodate elections conducted by state governments.Th...

Trump Selects Fmr. NFL Player Scott Turner To Lead Department Of Housing And Urban Development President Donald Trump makes shakes hands with White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council Executive Director Scott Turner during the inaugural meeting of the council in the Cabinet Room at the White House April 04, 2019 in Washington, DC. The council was formed to carry out the Trump administration’s plan "to encourage public and private investment in urban and economically distressed areas, including qualified opportunity zones," according to the White House. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) President Donald Trump makes shakes hands with White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council Executive Director Scott Turner during the inaugural meeting of the council in the Cabinet Room at the White House April 04, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) OAN Staff Abril Elfi 12:32 PM – Saturday, November 23, 2024 President-elect Donald Trump ha...

“American President Will Never Drive Made-in-Nigeria Car” : TV presenter Rufai Oseni slam Tinubu on purchase of Cadillac Escalade. Since his inauguration, Tinubu has used a Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, a Lexus LX 600 and a Cadillac Escalade 600. The three Nigerian Presidential State Cars are made in Germany, Japan and the United States respectively. Wondered why Tinubu cannot use locally-made products from indigenous car brands like Nord, Jet and Innoson. Rufai Oseni, a TV presenter with Arise TV, has slammed the Presidency for purchasing American-made Cadillac Escalade 600 SUV as official car of President Bola Tinubu.In a X post on his official handle, Rufai Oseni wondered why Tinubu cannot patronise locally-made products from indigenous car brands such as Lagos-based Nord and Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing. “President Tinubu drives a Cadillac and in his country we’ve great Nigerians make cars like Nord, innoson and JET.Since his inauguration on May 29th 2023, Tinubu has used a Mercedes-M...

BREAKING: David Hundeyin Nominates Bola Ahmed Tinubu As Africa’s Most Corrupt Person Of The Year —-Nigerian investigative journalist David Hundeyin has nominated Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the “Most Corrupt Person of the Year” award and US President Joe Biden as the “World’s Most Corrupt Personality.” Hundeyin’s remarks were in response to a tweet by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP), which invited users to cast their votes for the “Most Corrupt Person of the Year” as part of their annual corruption awareness initiative.The tweet read, “We need your nomination for Corrupt Person of the Year! For 10+ years, OCCRP has used this award to spotlight individuals who have done the most to advance organized crime and corruption around the world. Tell us your selection here. ” This bold nomination has fueled discussions online, with some users echoing Hundeyin’s sentiments while others argue about the validity of such claims.The OCCRP poll, known for spotlighting figur...

GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURIAL AWARD! Dr Uche Ogah listed among the 50 Awardees from around the world, for the Global Enterprenural festival, A celebration of innovation, networking and big ideas! the biggest Enterprenuership event in the world, alongside: 1. Prof Wole Soyinka-Nobel Laureate, Playwright and Novelist. 2. Chief Nike Davis Okundaye-Managing Director CEO Nike Center For Arts and Culture. 3. Pastor Dr Chioma Ibezim-Founder and President, Singles and Married Intl Fellowship. 4. Bankole Williams, CEO Lyd Consulting, Founder Lyd Africa! 5. Catherine Abagun-Founder Quiver Full! 6. Bhanupratap Singh, The CEO of empire group of companies, the first Indian entrepreneur. 7. 15 Outstanding American Entrepreneurs including, Jeff Hofmann, Award Winning Global Enterprenuer, 8. Tiffany Pham-Founder at Mogul AI investor, 9. Adrian Dingiswayo-United Nations & EU Diplomat and a host of other outstanding Awardees from around the world! 10. Pastor Grace Ofure-Investment Expert,...

Tension As Badaru, Namadi Fight For Supremacy JIGAWA: Tension as Badaru, Namadi fight for supremacy It started as a mere whisper. But has started acquiring a life of its own. The frosty relations between Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State and his predecessor and current Defence Minister, Badaru Abubakar is a subject of discussion in virtually every political forum and on social media platforms across the state and beyond. Though the two leaders are cocky on the imbroglio, the behind-the-scene proxy ‘war’ between their supporters has blown open. Already, some stakeholders are worried that if not checked, the current toxic atmosphere pervading the political environment could snowball into a major crisis capable of costing the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and the governor his seat as permutations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum. The ‘cold war’ between the two camps commenced early in the life of the new administration, starting with the choice of the House o...

2027: ‘It’s Now Or Never; Come, Continue Your Father’s Legacy In Lagos’–Youth Group Endorses Seyi Tinubu For Governorship The Lagos chapter of the Middle Belt Youths has officially endorsed Seyi Tinubu, calling on him to run for Lagos State governor in 2027 to sustain and build upon the legacy of his father, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. During a press conference on Thursday at Eko Hotel, Lagos, the group praised Seyi Tinubu’s inclusive leadership style, which they believe positions him as the ideal candidate to unite the diverse communities in Lagos. Vanguard reports that Dr. Stanley Augustine Kavwam, Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Middle Belt Forum, and Capt. Brent Kane, the Forum’s National Youth Leader, lauded Seyi’s contributions to youth empowerment and national integration, citing his dedication to fostering harmony across tribes and religions. “Who else will the people in Lagos support if Seyi Tinubu accepts to run for the highest office in Lagos State? Seyi knows no ...

BREAKING: Gov Adeleke’s aide shot in police custody Photo of Jerry Wright-Ukwu Jerry Wright-UkwuNovember 19, 2024 Less than a minute The Osun State Park Management System (OSTMS) has reported the shooting of its State Chairman, Comrade Nurudeen Iyanda, while in police custody late last night. In a statement signed by the OSTMS State Secretary, Alhaji Mukaila Popoola, the organization revealed that Comrade Iyanda was detained over domestic-related issues and subsequently shot under unclear circumstances. “Our chairman was shot in police custody under circumstances that call for thorough investigations,” the statement read. The OSTMS urged its members to remain calm and refrain from any retaliatory actions. “We call on our members not to take laws into their hands. We must maintain peace across the parks while we take the matter up with the appropriate authorities,” Popoola added.

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU CONFERS GCON ON INDIAN PRIME MINISTER MODI President Bola Tinubu on Sunday conferred the national honour of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking at the opening of bilateral and political talks between the two leaders, President Tinubu described the honour as a gesture of Nigeria's appreciation and commitment to India as a worthy partner. He praised India for "standing side by side" with Nigeria on many fronts and for many decades. ''It is our hope that this will spur renewed cooperation between Nigeria and India in all sectors and also ensure joint collaboration to maintain and strengthen our relations,’’ the Nigerian leader said. Prime Minister Modi was later decorated with the honour during a working lunch attended by members of the Nigerian and Indian delegations. In his acceptance remarks, Modi dedicated the honour to the 1.4 billion citizens of India...

In a gripping climax to the Miss Universe 2024 contest, Nigeria’s representative Chidimma Adetshina emerged the first runner-up, making her the first Nigerian to finish that high in the competition. Denmark’s Victoria Kjaer Theilvig was crowned the winner of the 73rd Miss Universe pageant at Arena CDMX in Mexico City.Chidimma’s journey to the Miss Universe competition was quite tumultuous. Before coming to Nigeria to take the Miss Universe Nigeria crown, she contested in the South Africa where she was forced to withdraw before the final following a nationality row.Born to a Nigerian father in South Africa, 23-year-old withdrew from the country’s competition “for the safety and wellbeing of my family and I” after a backlash that exposed anti-foreigner sentiment in South Africa.Her Nigerian heritage attracted vicious xenophobic attacks and sparked controversy when she was announced as a Miss South Africa finalist in July, while the government said it was investigating a claim that her mo...

Christiano Ronaldo gives condition to retire from football motunrayowilliamsNov 16, 2024 6:06 PM In a recent statement, Cristiano Ronaldo, the esteemed captain of the Portuguese national football team, hinted at his future intentions regarding retirement from the sport. The football icon expressed that he would step away from the game when he no longer feels the passion and motivation that have driven his illustrious career. According to Daily post, His comments followed a remarkable performance in which he scored two goals during Portugal's impressive 5-1 victory over Poland in a UEFA Nations League match. This achievement marked a significant milestone in Ronaldo's career, bringing his staggering total to 910 career goals. Additionally, the match was notable as it occurred during his 215th appearance for the national team, further underscoring his exceptional commitment and longevity in the sport. With his two goals, he raised his count of international strikes to an imp...

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu’s National Security Advisor (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has achieved what his predecessors failed to accomplish. Sani said Ribadu has neutralized top bandits, ended mass abductions of students in the North, and secured rail lines.Posting on X, the former lawmaker said the NSA has stopped kidnappings along Northern highways. He wrote: “Nuhu Ribadu has achieved what many of his predecessors have failed to accomplish despite the hundreds of billions spent in the name of defense and security in the past; neutralization of top bandit leaders, end to mass abductions of students in northern schools, securing rail lines, and major northern highways hitherto notorious for kidnappings. “The prompt response to terrorist attacks on power lines is worth mentioning.Security challenges are not over, but in all indices of comparison, he has performed better and set unprecedented records. “His political critics are fully en...

Former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has issued a stark warning about President Bola Tinubu's path to power, highlighting how the president overcame widespread opposition from major Nigerian socio-political groups to clinch the presidency. In a revealing interview with The Sun newspaper, Lamido detailed the significant resistance Tinubu faced during his presidential bid. "Now when he picked the ticket, Afenifere was against him, Obasanjo was against him, all of us were against him, everybody in Nigeria, name it Afenifere, ACF, Middle Belt, Ohanaeze," Lamido recounted. "But he said 'Don't worry, I will deal with you all.' And, of course, he became the President." The former governor emphasized that Tinubu's victory was achieved independently of traditional power structures and institutional support. "Is Tinubu the creation of APC? Is he a creation of ACF or is he a creation of Afenifere? Or is the creation of CAN? He is nobody's ...

and body, with the intellectual firmament that measures far ahead of Makinde.” Fabiyi noted that while Atiku may be older than Makinde, he has the experience and a cosmopolitan ability to solve problems. He said: “As a matter of fact, I challenge Seyi Makinde to an intellectual contest with Atiku, and we shall see how his arrogance and presumed youthfulness will be humbled. “I have known Atiku for almost three decades, and I can tell you for free that he’s an avid reader. When Seyi Makinde is in town, he should seek out how resourceful and flourishing Atiku’s library is. “Atiku is not a connoisseur of expensive wines and doesn’t keep the company of cringe drinkers. Rather, he’s a lover of books who reads widely. “Unless Makinde believes that leadership is determined by aerodynamic strength, he should have been more guided before making a comment that makes him look like a clown.”

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“Our mandate is to work with our people to transform our State and communities to a level where we can secure, and enjoy the greatest standards of security, peace and prosperity from the responsible and responsive management of our collective God-given resources. “While we feel disturbed by the senseless distractions, I wish to assure everyone that we remain focused on the ball, committed more than ever, to deliver on our mandate, and leave the State far better than where we met it,” Fubara said. On the institution, Fubara said, “In this era where the standards of education in our universities are declining, PUMS has established itself as an island of excellence in medical education and training in Nigeria. “Indeed, only a few medical universities and colleges in this country can boast of the record-breaking progress PUMS has recorded in a few years.”