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 Buhari oppressed, removed Onnoghen just to secure second term – Clark Elder statesman Chief Edwin Clark has accused former President Muhammadu Buhari of oppressing and humiliating former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, to secure re-election in 2019. Clark alleged that Buhari, in collaboration with his then Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), orchestrated Onnoghen’s removal to facilitate their agenda during the election. In a letter addressed to the current CJN, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, on Sunday, Clark praised the Court of Appeal for acquitting Onnoghen of false asset declaration charges, a case he described as unjust. He condemned the circumstances surrounding Onnoghen’s suspension, which he said violated constitutional provisions requiring the involvement of the National Judicial Council and the National Assembly in such decisions. Reflecting on the 2019 election, Clark claimed that Onnoghen’s removal was planned to eliminate a...

 CCT chair abused his office Falana denies alleged N10m HUMAN rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana, on Saturday night, called on underfire chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, Danladi Umar, to resign from office. The senior advocate said Umar’s voluntary exit from the job was long overdue. In a short statement made to Sunday Tribune, the rights lawyer also noted an unpleasant history with the embattled quasi-judicial officer, recalling instances he had allegedly abused his office. He said: “Having grossly abused his office, Justice Danladi Umar ought to have resigned his appointment. “He was once charged with corruption by the Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). “He sent text messages threatening to eliminate me. I requested the police to conduct a discreet investigation. The police conducted the allegation and confirmed it. “While the investigation was in progress, he went to a market in Wuse to fight.” “Two bar leaders reported him to the Legal Practitioners  Commiss...

 CBN likely to raise interest rate to halt inflation ....Experts predict MPC tightening of monetary policy The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to tighten further its monetary control in a renewed bid to moderate resurgent inflationary pressure. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), the highest policy-making organ of the apex bank, begins a two-day meeting today with policy response to mounting inflationary pressure as the main agenda. Analysts’ consensus and sources close to the apex bank were unanimous that the apex bank would increase the benchmark interest rate, the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), in line with the bank’s avowed focus on curbing inflation and creating a stable investment environment. The MPC, headed by the Governor of the CBN, provides monetary policies and benchmarks, which determine the direction of the financial services sector, and the economy to a large extent. Headline inflation rate broke a two-month breather to record two consecutive monthly increases, ra...

 Nigeria, Brazil pact to boost agric in 774 councils Nigeria and Brazil have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that would attract $4.3 billion private sector investment in agriculture in 774 local governments. The scope of the investment, which is expected to revolutionalise agriculture in the country, covers fertiliser production and hybrid seed technology. Also, the MoU would create new opportunities in agricultural financing. The groundbreaking partnership between Nigeria and Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) of Brazil, both countries believe, would boost food productivity. The MoU, signed during the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, focuses on driving innovation and investment in fertiliser production, hybrid seed technology, and agricultural finance across the councils. The agreement was formalised by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), Mr. Temitope Fashedemi, on behalf of Nigeria, and the President of FGV, Prof Carlos Iv...

 2027: Seyi Tinubu’s Endorsements, Obasa’s Outburst Set Tone For Lagos Gov’ship The endorsements of President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, ahead of the 2027 Lagos governorship election have sparked widespread debate, with significant political players weighing in, Daily Trust reports. On Tuesday, the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), a body comprising youth groups from across the six geopolitical zones, endorsed Seyi Tinubu for Lagos governor. The endorsement was announced after an extensive meeting in Owerri. CONYL’s leadership, including President General, Comrade Goodluck Ibem, Secretary, Comrade Junard Abubakar, Public Relations Officer, Comrade Iniobong Sampson, and Publicity Secretary, Comrade Adeyemo Adewale, attributed their decision to Seyi’s perceived leadership qualities and the legacy of his father’s transformational governance in Lagos. This sparked a cascade of similar endorsements. On Thursday, the Lagos branch of the Middle Belt Youths joined the call ...

  President Bola Tinubu has identified the creative economy as a pivotal element of his administration’s economic diversification agenda, reaffirming his commitment to positioning Nigeria’s creative sector as a driving force for global influence. The President stated this at the launch of the 2024 Abuja International Carnival at Eagle Square, Abuja. President Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, said the carnival reaffirms the essence of who Nigerians are—”a people of culture, a people of art, a people of colour, and a people of shared values”. In a statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media & Communications, Office of The Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, under the theme, “Carnival of Renewed Hope: A Pledge to My Country”, the event showcased performances from across Nigeria and beyond, demonstrating the administration’s commitment to cultural diplomacy. The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, working alo...

 GOV. ALIA: DEFYING ALL ODDS TO RESTORE PEACE, TRANQUILITY IN BENUE Governor Hyacinth Alia might not be your regular Nigerian politician for many reasons. Apart from being a Reverend Father, the 58-year-old Catholic Priest has demonstrated that entrusting governance in the hands of honest, dedicated, and passionate individuals can yield massive positive returns for the people in a short while. From May 29, 2023 when power changed hands in Benue State, residents have been witnessing rare proactivity and responsiveness in governance, especially in the area of security under which the state’s productivity as ‘Food Basket of the Nation’ lies. No matter how smart, industrious, and productive people may be, if the security of life and property is not guaranteed, nothing will be achieved. This was sadly the story of Benue state for years before the coming of Gov Alia in 2023. Realising the dangers of insecurity and its existential threats to the state’s food production output, Gov Alia sh...

 HOODLUMS TURN NORTH BANK OF MAKURDI INTO KILLING FIELD, RESIDENTS FLEE, LIVE IN FEAR The North Bank part of Makurdi metropolis in Benue State is slowly becoming a no go area following the activities of hoodlums operating and freely killing innocent people in the area. Just within last week, about six persons were reportedly killed by the hoodlums operating in the area, pushing the residents of the area to live in fears as no one knows what would happen in the next moment. NATIONAL ACCORD investigation has shown that a lot of people have deserted that part of the city for safety as no one knows who would be the next victim. One Boniface Tor, who is a resident of Akpehe, a suburb of Makurdi, said some members of his family live in North Bank adding that his people were not sleeping with both eyes closed as he emphasized that North Bank has become a volatile area. He lamented that there were no security operatives to check the hoodlums’ excesses  even as they attack, injure and ...

 Nigeria Has Saved $20bn From Subsidy Removal, Naira Floating Policies —Wale Edun Minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, Mr Wale Edun, says Nigeria has saved $20 billion from petrol subsidy removal and market-based pricing of the foreign exchange rate. Edun spoke at a ceremony recently held to mark the first 100 days in office of Esther Walso-Jack, head of civil service of the federation, in Abuja. “An amount of five per cent of GDP is what those two subsidies were costing when there was a subsidy on PMS; when there was petroleum product generally for a long time and when there was a subsidy of foreign exchange. Between them, they were costing five percent of GDP,” he said. “If you say GDP was on average, let’s say $400 billion. We all know what five percent of that is – $20 billion of funds that could be going into infrastructure, health, social services, education.” Edun said these flows now return into the government’s coffers for further deployment to the...

 Navy flags off exercise Crocodile Lift Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, has flagged off the third edition of the French-facilitated maritime exercise codenamed Crocodile Lift, aimed at developing skills for amphibious operations. Ogalla was represented by the Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Naval Doctrine Command, Rear Admiral Shehu Gombe. The event which took place on Saturday onboard Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) KADA at Western Naval Command, Lagos. The naval chief said the exercise was similar to the just-concluded ‘EX GRAND AFRICAN NEMO’, adding that it also presented an opportunity for partners with a shared understanding of security objectives to deploy African-led solutions to transborder threats and challenges. He reaffirmed the Nigerian Navy’s commitment and readiness to enhance regional collaboration toward ensuring the safety and security of the common maritime space for prosperous economic activities. To Ogalla, the efforts of the Nigerian Navy, regi...

 Okpebholo sets up panel to probe Obaseki’s Govt Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the formation of a 14-member State Assets Verification Committee to investigate the administration of his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. He said the committee, which will be inaugurated on Tuesday, 26 November 2024, at Government House in Benin City, will be chaired by Dr Ernest Afolabi Umakhihe. “In furtherance of the governor’s initiative to set the state on the path of development and accountable leadership, the establishment of a State Assets Verification Committee has become imperative,” the statement read. “Despite repeated calls for a comprehensive database of the assets and liabilities of the previous administration, the Godwin Obaseki-led government provided only scanty and limited information. “In line with the governor’s campaign promise to ensure probity, accountability, a...

 Dangote Refinery Reduces the Price of Petrol for Marketers Dangote Refinery announced a reduction of (PMS) premium motor spirit as known as petrol from N990 to N970 per litre for oil marketers

 Okpebholo restores statutory rights to Oba of Benin The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has restored the full statutory rights of the Benin Monarch, Oba Ewuare II, abolishing the new traditional councils in Edo South created by the last administration. He also backed the Federal Government’s Gazette, which gave the ownership of the returned artefact to the Oba’s palace, which was looted during the 1897 Benin massacre by the British colonial forces. Also, the state government is withdrawing the letter revoking the concession of the Oba Akenzua II Cultural Centre issued by the last administration to be used as a motor park. These were contained in a statement released by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, on Sunday. The statement further read, “This administration is restoring the Oba Akenzua centre to a suitable condition for its original purpose. “This administration also hereby abolishes the new traditional councils in Edo South, created by the last ad...

 Obasanjo: I could have been a drug addict Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged Nigerian youths and students to abstain from the use and abuse of psychoactive drugs, saying those substances add no value to life but destroy it. He spoke in Abeokuta, Ogun State, at the second edition of ‘Fly Above The High’, anti-drug campaign conference organised by the Recovery Advocacy Network. Obasanjo who bemoaned the growing menace of drug use Nigeria and West Africa, called for a restraint among the youths. The Ota-farmer recalled how his tenure as the Chairman of the West African Drug Commission under the Kofi Annan Foundation, made him to learn that West Africa is not just a transit point for drugs but has also become a centre of consumption. He said members of the commission crisscrossed West Africa with the belief that the region was free from drugs, which he said, came mainly from Latin America and go to North America and Europe. “But to our dismay, displeasure, and pain, at the e...

 Tax reform bill will cause socioeconomic crisis –Northern Elders The Northern Elders’ Forum (NEF) has rejected the Tax Reform Bill, calling it a policy “conceived in bad faith” and warning that it threatens national cohesion.  The group criticized the manner of its implementation, alleging that key stakeholders, including members of the National Economic Council, were sidelined during the process. The Convener of NEF, Professor Ango Abdullahi, in a communique on Saturday after the forum’s Board of Trustees second bi-annual meeting, in Abuja, warned against dubious policies that could further marginalise the North’s resource potential. The forum lauded the Northern States Governors’ Forum and the Northern Nigeria Council of Traditional Rulers for opposing the bill, describing their stance as “patriotic” while urging Northern politicians in the National Assembly to speak out against it. “The meeting seriously maintained that, in its present form, the Tax Reform Bill is conceive...

 Accidental Leadership: Tinubu, Buhari Part Of The Cycle – Kukah Bishop Matthew Kukah, Catholic Archbishop of Sokoto Diocese, has said President Bola Tinubu and his predecessors were not ready when they found themselves in governance. Kukah, who lamented that the key element missing in Nigerian leadership is knowledge, said the president and past heads of state and leaders found themselves in power by accident. He said their actions and activities had shown that none of them was fully prepared before assumption of office. The bishop spoke on Sunday in a keynote address at the official commissioning of Start-Rite School’s new building and the 4th Amaka Ndoma-Egba Memorial Lecture in Abuja. Giving a chronicle of their leadership trajectory, the bishop said, “Almost every leader who came to power in Nigeria did so as a result of one accident or another. “President Tinubu, who said he was prepared for the role, is struggling. We are still trying to get off the ground. He took over from...

 Governance means tackling real problem for those who demand results daily- Fayemi  Former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, has highlighted the difference between contesting for electoral offices and actually governing or legislating people. According to Fayemi, when running for office, contestants often claim to know better than those in power, presenting grand visions and promises of swift change if elected, which are rarely scrutinised or challenged.  However, winning the election marks the start of a different reality, Fayemi stated. He added that governing or legislating means tackling real problems for real people who expect solutions daily. The former Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, disclosed these while speaking during the retreat for Southwest Speakers and Principal Officers of State Houses of Assembly in Ikogosi-Ekiti. Fayemi however gave the highlights in a post he shared via his X handle on Sunday, November 24. He partly wrote: “When running for ...

 Dangote Refinery reduces PMS Price ‘to thank Nigerians’ Dangote Petroleum Refinery has effected a reduction in the price of its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) for marketers. Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer of the Dangote Group, announced this in a statement on Sunday. He said the price was slashed from N990/litre to N970/litre “to appreciate the good people of Nigeria”. “As the year comes to an end, this is our way of appreciating the good people of Nigeria for their unwavering support in making the Refinery a dream come true. In addition, this is to thank the government for their support as this will complement the measures put in place to encourage domestic enterprise for our collective well- being.” “While the refinery would not compromise on the quality of its petroleum products, we assure you of best quality products that are environmentally friendly and sustainable. “We are determined to keep ramping up production to meet and surpass our domesti...

 SERAP to Tinubu: Probe ‘missing’ N57bn in Humanitarian Affairs  The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Mr Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, and appropriate anti-corruption agencies to probe the allegedly over N57 billion of public funds “missing, diverted or stolen” in the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation in 2021. “Hundreds of billions of naira are also reportedly missing in other ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs),” SERAP said. These damning revelations are documented in the 2021 audited report released last week by the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation. SERAP said, “Anyone suspected to be responsible should face prosecution as appropriate, if there is sufficient admissible evidence, and any missing public funds should be fully recovered and remitted to the treasury.” SERAP urged him to “use any recovered sto...

 A little gift from me to me, the big one is loading – Actress Ruth Eze gifts herself a new Nollywood actress Ruth Eze is stepping into the Christmas season with a new car  The Asaba actress and filmmaker, via her Instagram page, revealed that she gifted herself a brand new car. Sharing photos of the new whip, she further revealed that a bigger one is loading as she expressed gratitude to her Maker and credited him for the blessings God’s Blessings A Little Gift From Me To Me The Big One Is Loading 70% Thank u Lord Jesus Christ”.

 I most give anything my baby deserves  – Debbie Shokoya takes 3-months old daughter to shopping spree Nollywood actress Deborah Shokoya, better known as Debbie Shokoya, is undoubtedly giving Mummy goals as she takes her 3-month-old daughter on a shopping spree The movie star, who returned from America a few weeks back, shared a video of her and her daughter at a mall. Debbie stated that whatever her daughter deserves, she must get it for her. Wishing her newborn a happy 3 months on earth, she expressed gratitude to God for the blessings as she stated that her daughter is the one who makes her heart melt and whose smile makes her feel whole. “How My Day Went I Had Fun. I Am “Anything My Baby Deserves, My Baby Gets” Happy 3 Month Birthday To My Sunshine. The One That Makes My Heart Melts! The One Whose Smile Makes Me Feel Whole! Lord, I Am Super Grateful”.

 I stopped by to congratulate a good man – Ehi Ogbebor visits ex, MC Oluomo following his new appointment as NURTW president Nigerian interior designer Ehi Ogbebor has paid a visit to her ex, MC Oluomo following his appointment as NURTW president We reported a week back that MC Oluomo had emerged as the new National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW. During the election, MC Oluomo stood as the sole candidate at the Union’s Zonal Secretariat along the Osogbo/Ikirun road, Osun State. Following his victory, Ehi Ogbebor, who resides in Abuja, had paid a courtesy visit to him. Sharing photos of her visit to his office, she stated that she had to stop by to congratulate MC Oluomo, who she described as a good man. “Stopped by to congratulate a Good Friend and a good man on His new appointment. Alhaji Ayinde alias presido NURTW. Congratulation. Well deserved”

 She forms hard to get, but I slept with her the first day I came to her office” – IVD makes bombshell revelation on his relationship with Blessing CEO Nigerian Auto dealer Ikechukwu Ogbonna, better known as IVD, has made a shocking revelation about his relationship with relationship expert and therapist, Blessing CEO. Via her Instagram page, Blessing shared a video of her and IVD partaking in the trending suspect challenge.  In the clip, IVD revealed that though, Blessing forms hard to get, he slept with her the first time he met her in her office.  He further disclosed that the relationship expert loves coming back for his peek despite breaking up with her many times. Suspect can be forming hard to get, but I fxcked her the first day I came to her office. She keeps coming back for my prxxek despite breaking up with her many times”.

 You need to learn from Rihanna, You displayed ignorance and a lack of patriotism – Reno Omokri slams Davido over his statement on Africa’s economy being in shambles Nigerian politician and former aide to Goodluck Jonathan Reno Omokri has knocked Davido over his comment on Africa’s economy We reported that Davido, in a recent interview, had issued a stern warning to black Americans against relocating to Africa.  He warned them against making such moves, as he made them know that it wasn’t cool in Africa as the economy was in shambles. Davido, however, made it known that he wasn’t badmouthing Africa; rather, he aimed to show off the little parts and leave the slums out of the frame. Reno Note pleased with his statement, Reno questioned how the economy was in shambles when Wizkid broke streaming records on Spotify Nigeria with his new album, Morayo.  He told Davido to fact-check as he noted how people don’t have disposable income in an economy that is in shambles. Reno urge...

 I Love Wizkid You Love Davido, We shouldn’t attack each other because I chose my favorite artist” – Itele addresses those threatening him over his support for Wizkid Nollywood actor and movie maker Ibrahim Yekini, better known as Itele, has addressed some of his fans attacking him over his support for music star Wizkid. For some days now, Itele has been heavily promoting Wizkid’s songs by using them on his Instagram posts, which didn’t sit well with some of his fans who aren’t supporters of Wizkid. They flooded his comment section threatening not to watch his movies. Addressing them in an Instagram post, Itele admonished them to stop attacking each other because he chose his favorite artist.  He stated that anyone who knows him knows how heavily he supports anyone he loves, and for now, he is a fan of Wizkid FC. He begged his true supporters not to dislike him over his sudden love for music as he noted how he often uses other artists’ songs too.

 I found love at 47, married at 48 & welcomed my precious baby boy before turning 50 At 47, I met my loving husband, We married a year later. Then, at 49, I became pregnant, & just before my 50th birthday, our miracle son arrived. My story confirms the biblical promise: “Weeping may last for a night, but joy comes in the morning God is never late; He’s always right on time for those who trust Him. He never disappoints. I’m living proof that with faith, miracles really do happen. To everyone waiting on God’s blessings, don’t lose hope! Congratulations to me, & congratulations to you, too for - you are next to be celebrated in Jesus’ name!”

  The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has declared that citizens would resist any attempts to impose Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, as the next governor of the state. This statement follows recent endorsements of Seyi as a potential successor to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in 2027 by some groups. One of such groups, the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders, issued an endorsement on Tuesday in Owerri, Imo State, suggesting that Seyi would be welcomed to run for governor in Osun or Imo states, where his family is reportedly from. Similarly, a socio-political group, Friends of Seyi Tinubu, also endorsed him, describing the president’s son as a visionary leader with a rare combination of intellect, empathy, and strategic acumen. However, their endorsements have drawn criticism from various stakeholders. In a recent interview, the Lagos PDP spokesperson, Hakeem Amode, rejected the idea, saying, “Lagos will not serve him.” He questioned whether governorship...

 The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says it will resume nationwide continuous voter registration, CVR, February 2025. It said the exercise would commence at the LGA level and later extend to registration areas. The Commission’s Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, in a memo dated November 20, 2024, charged Resident Electoral Commissioners to make some arrangements for the exercise. “Kindly provide the following information for adequate preparation for the exercise: Status of INEC Voter Enrolment Device (IVED) and accessories in the state. “Status of both coloured and black/white heavy-duty printers and availability of CVR Forms/materials. “The commission is considering commencing the exercise at Local Government Area (LGA) level and later devolve to Registration Area (RA) level. “The state offices are expected to identify and select staff that will work as voter registration officials. “You are to please prepare the information of uncollected Permanent Voters’ Cards (...

 The Federal Government has announced the promotion of 331 directors within the federal civil service. These newly appointed directors were part of a pool of 697 candidates who participated in the oral interviews held on November 4, 2024. Earlier, in May 2024, the Federal Civil Service Commission had issued a notification regarding the promotion and evaluation process for senior civil servants at Grade Levels 14, 15, and 16. The written assessments for the promotion process took place from August 12 to August 17, 2024. Following the written exams, the Civil Service Commission called in those who passed for oral interviews on October 11, 2024, and subsequently released an additional list of candidates on October 21, 2024. The final list of promotions was released in a memo signed by Prof. Tunji Olaopa, Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission. “Following the Year 2024 Directorate Level Promotion/Evaluation Exercise, the Federal Civil Service Commission has approved the promo...

 PRESS RELEASE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION TO INVESTIGATE BOARDING FACILITIES IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS Following the very disturbing video where students were fed with unpalatable and innutrious meals at Presbyterian Senior Science College, Ididep, I paid an unscheduled visit to the school. I have directed a comprehensive investigation into the state of boarding facilities in the school and the other 25 boarding secondary schools across the state. This review, which will focus on hostels, dining halls, recreation areas, menu, kitchen, and sanitary facilities, will be jointly overseen by the Permanent Secretaries of the Ministry of Education and the State Secondary Education Board. Consequently, I have also directed  the immediate suspension of the Principal of the school, Dr. Nse Sunday Umoh pending the outcome of the investigation.  Despite the fact that the free education policy of the state government, covers tuition fees only and not boarding fees, the welfare and dignity of al...

 Gov Mbah Announces Research Funding For Enugu State-Owned Tertiary Institutions Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has announced commitment of a substantial funds for research purposes in state-owned tertiary institutions from next year. According to him, the new policy requiring all state-owned tertiary institutions in Enugu State to deliver Experiential Learning to students will require change in planning, budget, curriculum reform, assessment and promotions, as well as research. Gov Mbah who was speaking at the 20th convocation of the state university of science and technology reaffirmed commitment to invest hugely in experiential learning and the entire education sector.