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 The Federal Government has prohibited military personnel from engaging in romantic relationships with their subordinates or the spouses of their subordinates.   Additionally, Nigerian military members are strictly forbidden from participating in homosexuality, lesbianism, bestiality, cross-dressing, and other activities deemed incompatible with the values of the armed forces.   They are also barred from body piercing, tattooing, disorderly behavior, intoxication on or off duty, and any actions that could bring public disgrace.   These rules are outlined in Section 26 of the updated “Harmonised Armed Forces Terms and Conditions of Service”, signed by President Bola Tinubu on December 16, 2024.   According to the section:   - Officers must not engage in activities related to the LGBTQIA2S+ community or cross-dressing.   - Body piercings, tattoos, drunkenness, and public brawls are prohibited.   - Relationships wit...

 Gov Sule urges supporters to end 2027 campaigns, focus on governance Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has called on his supporters to refrain from distracting him with campaigns for the 2027 senatorial elections, emphasizing his commitment to fulfilling his current mandate for the people of the state. The governor made this appeal on Friday in Lafia while hosting a delegation of traditional rulers and stakeholders from Akwanga Local Government Area. He specifically urged those campaigning for his candidacy in the Nasarawa North senatorial district to stop their activities. Governor Sule reiterated his focus on making the remaining two years of his administration impactful for the state. “We are doing our best to deliver for the people of Nasarawa State. However, we cannot achieve this if we are distracted by campaigns,” he said. “If you see anyone campaigning for A.A. Sule as a senator, know that they are doing so on their own.” The governor also advised elected officials...

 We will crush Lakurawa terrorists – Theatre Commander The Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, Major General Oluyinka Soyele, has reaffirmed the readiness of troops to confront the Lakurawa terrorist group operating along the Nigeria-Niger border. This commitment was reiterated during an operational visit to the tactical headquarters of the DHQ Special Operations Brigade in Balle, Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State, according to a statement by the operation’s spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi. Addressing the troops, Major General Soyele stressed the critical importance of their mission, emphasizing the necessity of unwavering commitment to Operation Flush Lakurawa Out. He described the protection of Nigeria’s territorial integrity as “non-negotiable” and urged the troops to remain vigilant and resolute in their efforts to dismantle the terrorist group, which poses significant threats to peace and security in border...

 PRESS RELEASE  RIVERS STATE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE DECORATES NEWLY PROMOTED SENIOR OFFICERS, CHARGES THEM TO LIVE ABOVE BOARD The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga A. Adepoju, psc, mnips has today the 9th. January, 2025 at the Police Officers' Mess, Old GRA Port-Harcourt, decorated about One Hundred and Nineteen (119) Senior Police Officers who were recently promoted comprising Forty Superintendents that were promoted to Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs), Twenty One Deputy superintendents were promoted to Superintendents of Police (SPs) and Fifty-Eight Assistant Superintendents were promoted to Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) respectively. The Commissioner of Police was assisted by Deputy Commissioners of Police in-charge of SCID, Operations and Administration respectively in decorating the promotees. In his brief remarks, the CP thanked the Almighty God for making this day a reality and said it was a great honor to welcome the guests to the occas...

  The National Assembly, through its joint committee on Industry, Trade, and Investment, has criticized Nigeria’s border closure policy, labeling it ineffective in curbing cross-border crimes such as banditry and smuggling. During the 2025 budget defence session with the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment, lawmakers expressed frustration over the ongoing security and economic challenges linked to the porous nature of the country’s borders with Niger and Chad, as it says Nigeria might be fooling herself. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Industry, Senator Francis Fadaunsi argued that the current border closure policy is counterproductive. He suggested that it might be more beneficial to open the borders officially rather than maintain the illusion of a closure that fails to prevent smuggling and insecurity. “Border closure is hampering economic fortunes of the country because rather than curb smuggling, it encourages it’. For instance, with rice production, local producer...

 Uzodinma begs unknown gunmen to lay down arms at APC woman leader’s internment. The Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma has appealed to unknown gunmen still hiding in the bush to perpetuate insecurity in some parts of the state to come out and lay down their arms and join society in contributing positively to the progress of the state. He also promised that the government will be willing to assist them in any kind of business they choose to go into to be useful to themselves and society. The Governor, made the appeal at the funeral of the slain former Imo APC Woman leader, Orlu zone, Jenny Rachael Okonkwo, who was murdered in 2022 by suspected hoodlums who dumped her lifeless body in the bush. Addressing a gathering of mourners at the country home of the late APC woman leader in Ogberuru, Orlu LGA, the Governor condemned the conditions under which the woman leader was assassinated, insisting that the Party and the State lost a gem in her. Uzodinma prayed for the repose of her sou...

 INEC seeks additional funding from FG ahead of 2027 General Elections The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is seeking additional funding from the Federal Government in preparation for the 2027 general elections. This was revealed by the commission’s Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu while appearing before the Joint Committee on Electoral Matters at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja on Friday, to defend the commission’s 2025 budget proposal. Prof. Yakubu explained the need for additional funding to support key areas of INEC’s work. He listed the areas needing the funding to include the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, logistics for off-cycle elections, replacing damaged election materials like Bimodal Voter Accreditation Systems (BVAS), Ballot Boxes, and Voting cubicles, as well as repairing INEC offices in Local Government Areas. He stated that 2025 is a crucial year for preparing for the 2027 General Elections and stressed the importance of receiving fund...

 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned two sons of prominent billionaire industrialist, Razaq Okoya, for questioning over alleged naira abuse. Subomi and Wahab Okoya were captured in a viral video engaging in actions that violated currency handling regulations by mishandling the Nigerian naira note. A letter signed by the acting Director of the EFCC Lagos Directorate, Michael Wetkas, instructed the duo to appear before the commission's special operations team at its Lagos office on Monday, January 13, 2025. Meanwhile, Subomi Okoya had issued a public apology on his X (formerly Twitter) account, expressing regret and claiming ignorance of the fact that abusing the naira is a punishable offence.

 COMMISSIONER RALLIES SUPPORT, PRAYERS FOR FAMILIES OF FALLEN ARMED FORCES HEROES  ... As Muslim Faithful Hold Special Jumat Service to Honour Fallen Heroes The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, held a special Jumat Service on Friday at the Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque, Alausa, Ikeja, to commemorate the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. Addressing the congregation at the prayer session, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, who was represented by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode, called for continuous prayers and support for the families of fallen heroes who paid the ultimate price for the peace and sovereignty of Nigeria. He emphasised the critical role played by the Armed Forces in ensuring national security and reaffirmed the State Government's commitment to honouring their sacrifices even long after they have died. The Deputy Governor highlighted the importance of the special Jumat Service...

 SANWO-OLU CELEBRATES AIYEDATIWA AT 60  The Chairman of the South-West Governors Forum and Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated his Ondo State counterpart, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on the occasion of his 60th birthday, describing him as a passionate public officer. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, praised Aiyedatiwa’s commitment and dedication to serving the people of Ondo State in different capacities. He said since Governor Aiyedatiwa, a successful businessman, joined partisan politics in 2011, he had made a valuable impact in the lives of many people as well as the ruling party in Ondo State and Nigeria. Governor Sanwo-Olu said Aiyedatiwa, who clocks 60 tomorrow, has used his position as Federal Commissioner, who represented Ondo State on the Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission from 2018 to 2019, to attract development to Ondo State and different part...

 PROPOSED STRIKE BY LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT BROADCAST STATIONS UNIONS Labour unions in the broadcasting stations of the Lagos State Government have served a strike notice. The proposed strike, which is planned to start on Monday, January 13, 2025, is to press home the demand of NUJ and RATTAWU - that the Government should migrate their members to the mainstream civil service.  A consideration of the request was initiated through a meeting between representatives of the Government, led by the Honourable Commissioner for Establishments and Training, and the leadership of the Unions on January 8, 2025. The meeting rose with a resolution that the agitation of the Unions would be presented to the Lagos State Executive Council.  For the avoidance of doubt, entry into the Lagos State Civil Service has laid down policies and procedures.  Therefore, the Union members are advised to rethink their plan to proceed on an industrial action for an amicable resolution of the dispute....

 SANWO-OLU CONGRATULATES INDUSTRIALIST, RASAQ OKOYA AT 85    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has felicitated the billionaire industrialist and Chairman of the Eleganza Group, Chief Rasaq Akanni Okoya, on his 85th birthday celebration.  He said the renowned business magnate and philanthropist, who will be 85 tomorrow, Sunday, is worth celebrating for his life of consistent commitment and contribution to the economy and livelihood of many Nigerians, particularly in Lagos State, where many of his companies are located.    Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, said Chief Okoya, the Aare of Lagos, has contributed to the growth of Nigeria’s economy, provided jobs for many Nigerians through his investments and has spread to other African market.   He said: “On behalf of my family, the government, and the people of Lagos State, I join family, friends and business ...

 LASG TO INTEGRATE KOROPE, DANFO COMMERCIAL BUSES ON LEKKI-AJAH CORRIDOR INTO BUS REFORM INITIATIVE The Lagos State Government has reiterated its readiness to integrate mini and midi buses, popularly known as Korope and Danfo, operating along the Lekki-Ajah axis into the State’s Bus Reform Initiative. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, disclosed this on Wednesday during a meeting with relevant stakeholders in Alausa. He explained that the project is in its planning phase and will commence once all arrangements are finalized. Reviewing the progress made so far, Hon. Giwa revealed that the documentation process for bus operators interested in the scheme is ongoing, with 10 operators having submitted letters of intent to the Ministry of Transportation of which six have already been confirmed. He further stated that all participating buses will undergo physical verification by the Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) and Motor Vehicle Administration Agen...

 Young Lady Raped & Murdered In Her Room In Asaba  She Was Raped and Brutally Murdered Inside Her Own Room. Family and Friends are calling for Justice for Late Miss Chinagozorm Lucy Eze Who was Raped and brutally murdered inside her room in Asaba, Delta State Chinagorom is a Graduate of Micheal Okpara University of Agriculture , Umudike who lived and worked in Asaba According to her Friend Amarachi Cynthia Ibezim, “They made it through the ceiling raped and mUrd€r her in cold blood and made away with her properties”. Why is the heart of Men full of Ev!l?? Today, we evacuated the decomposed body of CHINAGOROM Lucy that WAS MURD€RED IN HER HOUSE around Airport View Asaba. More photos below. 

 How Security Operatives Burst ISWAP’s Plan To Establish Camps In Oyo Security operatives working on the trail of extremist elements and insurgents have foiled a plot by terrorists of Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP) to establish a strategic base in Oyo State for the coordination of their activities in Oyo, Osun, and Kwara States. Independent sources spoken to by the Nigerian Tribune confirmed that ISWAP members fleeing Maiduguri, Borno State had linked up with one of their members who operates around the Oke-Ogun axis in the Northern parts of Oyo State, to comb strategic locations where a coordinating base that would be responsible for operations in Oyo, Kwara, and Osun States could be set up. It was learned that the said loyalist of ISWAP had been linked with kidnapping and other criminal activities around Oke-Ogun and had started making preparations for the establishment of a base in the Afijio local government area of Oyo State. It was gathered that security agents...

 Owambe Thieves is coming I came prepared for you this year – Eniola Ajao declares.  Nollywood actress Eniola Ajao is starting the year with a special announcement and a big move. The Yoruba actress, who made her cinema debut last year, via her Instagram page, revealed that she came prepared for her fans and supporters that year. The mother of one went on to reveal that she has a project underway, which is set to be released around Easter. “Today, I’m throwing it back to these amazing shots with my favorite human @midetheegreat, see as we fine. The year has started fully o, and it’s a good time to run you some updates; if you’ve not been told, get updated now; Owambe Thieves is coming, and it’s going to be loud. I came prepared for you all this year, and I’m only imploring you to be patient as Easter is just around the corner; wait for it. Owambe Thieves will wow you

 My three-year-old son’s ear affected by Lagos teacher’s repeated slaps – Mother In this interview with IMOLEAYO OYEDEYI, widowed mother of a three-year-old pupil assaulted by a female teacher at Christ-Miltos Primary School, Ikorodu, Lagos, Mrs Adenike Okunlaya, recounts how the incident played out and her daily struggles to fend for her son since her husband’s death three years ago. Can you explain how the whole incident happened? The incident happened on Monday (January 6, 2025). I am also a teacher in the school. I teach Nursery Two, while my son is in Nursery One. On that very day, I was in my class while my colleague, the teacher in question, was also in her class. Suddenly, I heard, ‘Write six; write six’. Later, another colleague brought her phone to show me the video. So, I sent it to my phone and forwarded it to one of my friends. Before then, have there been instances of such from the woman? Yes, my boy usually complained to me that the teacher beat him often, but I thou...

 Man & Woman Forced To Walk In A Single Pair Of Jeans For Committing Adultery A Cameroonian man and woman, reportedly caught committing adultery in Douala, were filmed in a bizarre scene where they were forced to walk together in the same pair of jeans. Some claimed the pair were allegedly "stuck together" as a consequence of their actions. This incident has led many to question why Baltasar Ebang, also known as "Bello," who reportedly slept with over 400 married women in Equatorial Guinea, has never faced similar consequences. Observers pointed out that while Cameroon frowns heavily upon adultery, Equatorial Guinea may have different cultural or legal attitudes toward the matter. More photos below. 

 If Bread Is Expensive, Try Pap. Stop Complaining - Reno Omokri Tells Nigerians  If airfare is too pricey, go by train. If petrol is no longer affordable, convert to CNG. If you can't afford Coke at ₦500, drink water. If French champagne is too costly, try zobo. If pepper is scarce, plant it in your backyard. If bread is overpriced, consider pap, ogi, akamu. If DSTV is out of reach, reach for a book instead. If restaurants increase prices, cook at home. If your power bill is high, reduce your usage. If data is expensive, use free mode more often. As a people, we must learn to cut our coats according to our cloths, not our size. Economic challenges are a worldwide phenomenon. There is a hunger crisis in Britain, a homeless crisis in Canada, and a healthcare conundrum in the United States. It is not just Nigeria. Our situation in Nigeria is compounded by the loans Buhari took, which mortgaged our future oil sales. And since we in Nigeria cannot adjust economic realities to suit ...

 Atiku, Obi, Senators, Governors Donate  Funds For UniNiger Perm Site  By Juliana Nwachukwu /Anakor Nkiru/Ngozi Okoli    The Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) in the last general elections, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his counterpart in the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, Senators, Governors among other politicians in the country, have donated various sums of money to fast track the infrastructural development of the University on the Niger (UNINIGER), Umunya. They had in conjunction with other stakeholders across South-East determined to pool N1billion towards the completion of some  on-going projects at the permanent site of the university in Umunya. The stakeholders whose resolve was declared at the formal opening of the university marvelled at the degree of progress so far recorded at the university site. Taking turns to speak at the unveiling of the university permanent site, they announced various amounts of money to assist the c...

 Sierra Leone confirms first case of mpox Sierra Leone has reported its first confirmed case of mpox since the world's highest alert level for the potentially deadly viral disease was raised last year, AFP reported. "The patient is a 27-year-old man from the rural district of the Western Zone," near the capital Freetown, the National Public Health Agency stated in a social media post. "Health teams are actively tracing and investigating to identify potential exposed persons and to prevent further spread," it said. The agency added tests had confirmed the case on January 10 but did not specify the variant affecting the patient. Mpox is caused by a virus from the same family as the smallpox, manifesting itself through a high fever and skin lesions, called vesicles. First identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1970, the disease had generally been confined to a dozen African countries but began to spread more widely in 2022, reaching European and Asian co...

 Customs exceeds 2024 target, rakes in N71.6bn. The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Murtala Muhammed International Airport Command, says it surpassed its revenue target for 2024, raking in a total of N71.6 billion. The Customs Area Controller, CAC, Effiong Harrison, disclosed this in a statement on Friday, saying that its target for 2024 was N56.861 billion. Harrison expressed delight over the record-breaking revenue achieved by the command. The Customs Area Controller described the 2024 revenue as unprecedented, noting that it was the highest-ever generated in the history of the command. “A detailed breakdown of the revenue underscores the remarkable achievement of the command in revenue generation. “During a meeting with his management team, the area controller revealed that the command had exceeded its annual revenue target of N56,861,094,269.07 by generating N71,633,687,108.84. “This represents a 20 per cent increase, amounting to N14,772,592,839.27,” he said. According to him, J...

 I’m alive, well ~ Sunday Igboho denies death rumour. Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, aka Igboho, has dismissed his death rumour. Igboho described reports circulating on social media of his death as “false and misleading.” He issued the denial in a statement through his spokesman, Olayomi Koiki. The freedom fighter said the social media post, which was shared on the Seyi Tinubu Youth Battalion Facebook page, claimed further that details of his (Igboho’s) supposed death would be disclosed soon. Koiki maintained that the Yoruba Nation leader is in good health and currently spending time with his family. “We want to assure the general public and supporters of the Yoruba Nation movement that Dr. Chief Sunday Adeyemo Igboho is alive, well, and in high spirits.