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 Lawmakers Resist as Obasa Pushes for Clerk’s Reinstatement Reinstated Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, held a reconciliation meeting with lawmakers on Tuesday following the recent leadership crisis that led to his removal and subsequent reelection. The meeting, held at the Assembly complex in Alausa, Ikeja, came after Mojisola Meranda resigned as Speaker and returned to her former position as Deputy Speaker, following intervention from APC leaders Bisi Akande and Olusegun Osoba. Key Points from the Meeting: Lawmakers remain divided over Obasa’s return, with some still bitter about how they were pressured into reinstating him. Discussions focused on the case involving suspended Clerk Olalekan Onafeko, who had sued the Assembly after being replaced with Ottun Babatunde following Obasa’s removal in January. Obasa is pushing for Onafeko’s reinstatement, but many lawmakers oppose this move, though some are reconsidering. Tensions Remain in the Assembly: So...

 Donald Duke Opens Up On Florence Ita Giwa In human interactions, two factors are sacrosanct, age and authority and even more so in the African context. On both counts, Mma Florence is my senior. Indeed, if she were family, she would qualify as my late 94 year old mothers immediate junior sister, as none of my aunties are anywhere near her age and I don’t take that lightly. I recall a former federal minister, telling me that when he started secondary school at Lagos in 1952, Mma Florence the same year commenced training as an auxiliary nurse at Aba. Indeed, Mma Floxy as I fondly and respectfully call her, had aspired and contested the Ms. Nigeria pageant, while I was still a foetus, (she contested in April 1961 and I was born much later in September of the same year). On a personal note, I stood in as her person of contact when she did liposuction, breast implant and upliftment, so I consider her somewhat of an aunt, a next of kin. Contrarily, Mma Floxy, has been known to be courte...

 PRESS RELEASE FCT POLICE RESPOND TO MISREPORTED DEATH OF RETIRED COMPTROLLER GENERAL DAVID PARRADANG. Date:  March 04, 2025. From: Public Relations Officer, FCT Police Command, Abuja. In light of the recent reports alleging that retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Shikfu Parradang, was kidnapped and subsequently killed, we wish to clarify the facts surrounding this incident to ensure accurate information is disseminated to the public. On March 3, 2025, at approximately 12:00 PM, Mr. Parradang arrived at Joy House Hotel, Area 3 Junction, driving a black Mercedes Benz. He checked into the hotel, paying a sum of Twenty two thousand naira (N22,000) for one night's stay. Shortly thereafter, he directed the hotel room attendant to escort a female guest who had come to visit to his room. This lady left the hotel premises around 04:00PM of the same day. Mr. Parradang did not exit his room after the lady left. Around 04:00 AM of 04 March 2025, a frie...

   Rescuers on a rubber boat sail through the flooded streets in the southern district of Jakarta, searching for trapped residents on March 4, 2025, as torrential rains continue plummeting Indonesia's capital.  Thousands of people were evacuated in Indonesia's capital Jakarta on Tuesday after floods swamped the region, officials said, with heavy rain expected to continue until next week.  Torrential rain since Monday has triggered floods of up to 3 meters in and around Jakarta, the country's disaster agency said in a statement, blocking some roads and submerging over 1,000 houses and many cars.  Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung raised the alert level to the second highest of the critical stages, calling on the local government to activate water pumps to extract water from flooded areas and conduct weather modification operations — which typically includes shooting salt flares into clouds to trigger rain before they reach land.  Local media reported floodwater...

 Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Releases 35-Man Squad for 2026 World Cup Qualifiers New Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has announced a 35-man provisional squad for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda (March 21) and Zimbabwe (March 25). Key Highlights: Ahmed Musa returns to the squad alongside vice-captain William Troost-Ekong and Joe Aribo. Six new players have been included, including home-based talents Papa Mustapha, Kayode Bankole, and Ifeanyi Onyebuchi. The squad blends experienced internationals with emerging stars across European and domestic leagues. The squad features players across all positions, with Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze, and Kelechi Iheanacho leading the attack.

 Lagos Assembly: Obasa Holds Reconciliatory Meeting with Meranda, Lawmakers, May Drop Lawsuit The re-elected Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, is currently holding a closed-door reconciliatory meeting with 39 lawmakers, including Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda. The meeting, which began at 2:10 PM at the Assembly Complex in Alausa, Ikeja, aims to ease tensions and unite aggrieved lawmakers while setting a new direction for the House. Following this development, speculation about Obasa’s possible resignation appears to be unfounded. Sources indicate that Obasa is likely to withdraw his lawsuit against the Assembly and 33 lawmakers at the Ikeja Court, which he had filed after his removal as Speaker. On January 13, 2025, 33 out of 39 lawmakers voted to remove Obasa, replacing him with his deputy, Mojisola Meranda. However, following interventions from the All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership at both state and national levels—including efforts led by ...

 Nigerian Man Pleads Guilty to $3M Romance Scam Targeting Elderly Americans A 47-year-old Nigerian, Darlington Akporugo, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy in a U.S. court over a large-scale romance scam that defrauded elderly victims of over $3 million, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported that Akporugo was a key player in a Houston-based scam that targeted individuals across the United States, from Chicago to Kentucky. Working with accomplices, he posed as a romantic partner online, gaining victims’ trust before persuading them to send money to bank accounts under his control. Details of the Scheme Akporugo, an illegal immigrant in the U.S., pleaded guilty in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas to charges of wire fraud, mail fraud, and conspiracy. The scam involved over 25 victims, mostly elderly or retired individuals. He used fake identities on social media platforms like F...

 16 Burnt to Death, Three Injured in Ogun Road Accident At least 16 people were burnt to death, and three others sustained severe injuries in a lone accident on Tuesday at Buhari Estate along the Abeokuta-Sagamu Expressway, Ogun State. The crash involved a white Mazda bus (KJA 949 YJ) carrying 21 passengers when a fire outbreak led to an explosion, reportedly caused by a filled gas cylinder inside the vehicle. According to Florence Okpe, spokesperson for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the victims were burnt beyond recognition, making it difficult to determine their gender. FRSC operatives from the Abeokuta Sector Command carried out the rescue operation, confirming that 16 people died, three were injured, and two escaped unharmed. The injured victims were taken to the Federal Medical Centre, Idi Aba, Abeokuta, while efforts were underway to evacuate the bodies. Sector Commander Akinwumi Fasakin sympathized with the families of the deceased and cautioned against transporting ...

 Bill to Empower Polytechnics to Award B.Tech Degrees Passes Second Reading at Reps A bill seeking to amend the Federal Polytechnics Act (2004) and expand the functions of polytechnics, including granting them the authority to award Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) Honours degrees, has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives. Hon. Faud Laguda, the bill’s sponsor, stated during Tuesday’s plenary that the amendment aims to broaden the membership of polytechnic councils by including representatives from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN). The proposed amendments also seek to: Enhance polytechnics' administrative structures for better efficiency. Raise the qualifications required for the position of Rector. Expand the powers of the Academic Board to award B.Tech degrees. Laguda emphasized that the bill is designed to modernize polytechnic education in Nigeria, ensuring it aligns with global best practice...

 Rivers Governor Commissions Modern Fire Station, Cites Past Losses Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has inaugurated a modern fire service headquarters in Port Harcourt, equipping it with new fire trucks, machinery, and facilities to enhance emergency response and safeguard lives and property. Speaking at the event, Fubara highlighted past fire disasters, such as the Mile One Market and Fruit Garden Market fires, where inadequate fire services led to massive losses. He emphasized that the new facility will reduce fire risks and ensure prompt response to emergencies, eliminating reliance on multinational companies for fire-fighting support. The Rivers State Commissioner for Special Duties, Dr. Samuel Anya, noted that this is the first major upgrade of the state’s fire service since the 1960s. The new station includes a gym, sick bay, offices, and modern fire trucks, positioning it as one of the best-equipped in Nigeria. Governor Fubara reaffirmed his administration’s commit...

 Reps Summon Labour Minister Over NSITF Board Inauguration Delay The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has summoned the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, over the delay in inaugurating the board of the Nigerian Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF). A petition from the Obasi-Pherson Help Foundation stated that while President Bola Tinubu had appointed a Managing Director for the fund, the board had yet to be constituted, creating room for administrative irregularities. In response, Committee Chairman Mike Etaba directed the minister to appear in person to address the concerns, emphasizing that the issue directly implicates the government. Additionally, the committee invited NSITF Managing Director, Faleye Mayomi, following a separate petition from the Advancement of Social Justice and Economic Development Initiative, alleging violations of project clearance regulations within the agency. Etaba reaffirmed the committee’s commitment to accounta...

 Akpoti-Uduaghan’s harassment claims sign of weakness- Ita-Giwa By Okiki Adeduyite A former lawmaker for Cross-River South Senatorial District, Senator Florence Ita-Giwa, has dismissed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claim of sexual harassment, stating that women cannot be harassed once they become senators. Speaking on Arise TV on Tuesday, Ita-Giwa argued that it is a sign of weakness for female lawmakers to make such claims. Akpoti-Uduaghan had alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio frustrated her motions on Ajaokuta Steel Company because she refused his sexual advances. Ita-Giwa, however, said, “By the time you contest elections and get to Senate, you have passed that stage of your life of being sexually harassed. You go there to serve, and you are all equal in that place. “And again, it shows weakness; you don’t allow it. It (sexual harassment) can not happen in the Senate. “I am not saying the lady is lying, but when you get to the Senate, you’re there as a person. Y...

 You’ve to lose your shame, morals for speed riches – Gbemi Olateru Popular On-Air Personality Gbemi Olateru has sparked debate on social media with her remarks on the morality of achieving rapid wealth and fame in Nigeria. In a recent post on her X handle, Olateru suggested that individuals seeking swift success must be willing to abandon their home training, shame, and morals. Her statement comes in the wake of a controversy involving singer Burna Boy and influencer Sophia Egbueje, which has reignited discussions on the ethics of success in the country. “If you want to be rich and famous quickly in this country, you have to lose your home training/shame/morals. Is that the kind you want, though?”, she wrote. Olateru’s assertion has sparked a mixed reaction from her followers, with some agreeing that success often requires compromising one’s values, while others argue that it’s possible to achieve wealth and fame without sacrificing one’s morals.

Dolly Parton’s husband is dead Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, has died Monday, aged 82. The couple were married for almost 60 years, but the country music superstar kept out of the spotlight. “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. “Words can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years,” Parton wrote in a post on X. Dolly met Dean in 1964 outside the Wishy Washy Laundromat in Nashville, Tennessee. At the time, she was 18 and he was 21. “I was surprised and delighted that while he talked to me, he looked at my face (a rare thing for me),” she said. “He seemed to be genuinely interested in finding out who I was and what I was about,” she added. They married two years later in May 1966 in a simple ceremony attended only by Parton’s mother, the preacher and his wife. More photos below. 

  GOV. ALIA BANS PROTEST, RESTRICTS ACCESS TO BENUE COURTS 4th March, 2025      Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has imposed a ban on protests, unauthorised gatherings, and commercial activities within and around court premises in the state, citing security concerns. The directive, however, exempts members of the election petitions tribunal, legal counsels, and petitioners involved in ongoing cases. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, noted that courts in the state have remained shut since December 6, 2024, due to the ongoing strike by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria. “To maintain law and order, His Excellency has banned any form of protest, unauthorized gathering, or commercial activities such as hawking within and around court premises. Anyone found violating this directive will face legal consequences,” the statement read. While restricting access, Governor Alia acknowledged that the Local Government El...

 Airport Closure Prevents 19 Senators from Attending Taraba Event – Jimkuta Senator David Jimkuta (Taraba South) has revealed that 19 senators were unable to attend his Senatorial Empowerment Programme in Wukari due to the temporary closure of Kashimbilla Airport in Taraba State. Speaking at the event on Tuesday, Jimkuta explained that flight arrangements had been finalized, but the lawmakers were later informed that their landing permits had been denied due to the airport shutdown. The senator, who chairs the Senate Committee on FCT Area Councils, expressed disappointment, noting that the senators’ presence would have allowed them to assess the needs of the people and provide necessary support. Jimkuta advised beneficiaries to utilize the distributed items rather than selling them and pledged to provide logistical support to security agencies in the district. Chief David Kente, who chaired the occasion, praised the empowerment initiative as historic for the district. Distributed i...

 U.S. President Donald Trump will address Congress Tuesday night, capping some of the most consequential first weeks of any U.S. presidency.  Usually known as the State of the Union in non-inauguration years, the address will provide Trump with a public stage to lay out his vision for the U.S. economy and immigration policy and allow him to defend recent controversial decisions to cut the federal workforce and confront Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.  But the most pressing challenge for Trump will be to unite Republican majorities in the Senate and House of Representatives to pass a budget funding the government past a March 14 deadline. Republicans differ on whether to cut popular social safety net programs such Medicaid, which provides health insurance to those with low incomes, to pay down the U.S. debt and pay for an extension of the 2017 tax cuts passed during Trump’s first term. 

  A tent camp for displaced Palestinians is set up amid destroyed buildings in the west of Al-Shati camp, west of Gaza City, March 3, 2025.  👉 Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said Sunday that Egypt's Gaza reconstruction plan, which ensures Palestinians remain in their land, is ready and will be presented at an emergency Arab summit in Cairo on Tuesday.  Arab states, which were swift to reject President Donald Trump's plan for the U.S. to take control of Gaza and resettle Palestinians, are scrambling to agree on a diplomatic offensive to counter the idea.  Trump's plan, announced on Feb. 4 amid a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, a U.S.-designated terror group, appeared to back away from the long-standing U.S. Middle East policy focused on a two-state solution and sparked anger among Palestinians and Arab nations.  Abdelatty said Egypt would seek international backing and funding for the plan and emphasized Europe's crucial role, particularly ...

 Police in Pakistan reported Monday that a female suicide bomber detonated herself near a military convoy in southwestern Balochistan province, killing at least one member of the security personnel and injuring four others.   The bombing in the insurgency-hit Kalat district reportedly targeted a commander of the Frontier Corps paramilitary force, but he was unharmed.   A local police officer, Habibullah, confirmed the casualties, telling Pressmen by telephone that investigators had recovered body parts of the bomber and concluded that the perpetrator was female.   No immediate claims of responsibility for the Kalat attack were made. However, previous similar acts of violence in natural resources-rich Balochistan, including those involving female bombers, had been claimed by the outlawed Baloch Liberation Army.

ZIMBABWEAN WOMAN THROWS BABY OUT OF MOVING CAR IN PRETORIA Chaos unfolded in Pretoria when a Zimbabwean woman made a horrifying decision—she threw her own baby out of a moving car! Witnesses were left in shock as the baby hit the ground while the vehicle sped away. Police have since tracked down and arrested the woman, but what led to this shocking act? Sources claim she was in a state of panic, believing she was being kidnapped and trying to escape. However, it turns out the driver was not a thug, and her fears may have been based on confusion rather than reality. Right now, the biggest question remains: What is the condition of the baby? We have reached out to the authorities for answers, but no official statement has been released yet. More photos below. 

 Villagers Catch Livestock Thieves in Eastern Cape Residents of a rural village in the Eastern Cape have caught three suspected livestock thieves. The community acted swiftly after noticing suspicious activity, leading to the capture of the trio. Livestock theft remains a major problem in the region, as criminals often target small-scale black farmers, sometimes resorting to violence, including fatal shootings. Many villagers rely on their cattle, goats, and sheep for their livelihoods, making these crimes devastating. It is not yet clear what the villagers did with the suspects, but the hope is that they handed them over to the authorities rather than resorting to mob justice. Police are expected to investigate the matter further. Watch video below. 

 FG Confirms Remita Shutdown, Introduces TMRAS for Revenue Collection The Nigerian government has announced that the Treasury Management & Revenue Assurance System (TMRAS) will replace REMITA as the official revenue collection platform starting March 4, 2025. A memo from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) confirmed the transition, stating that TMRAS will enhance revenue collection, payment management, and tax remittance across government agencies. The rollout will occur in two phases: Phase One (March 4, 2025): Covers naira transactions, tax deductions, and payment tracking. Phase Two (June 1, 2025): Introduces foreign exchange transactions and budgetary controls. A transition period from March 4 to May 4, 2025, will allow REMITA to run alongside TMRAS, after which all government payments will shift to the new system.

 Press Release GOVERNOR SOLUDO CONGRATULATES MUSLIMS ON COMMENCEMENT OF RAMADAN FAST The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has expressed sincere felicitations and best wishes to esteemed Muslim brothers and sisters in Anambra State and across Nigeria as they commence the holy month of Ramadan fast. In his goodwill message, Governor Soludo stated that Ramadan, a period of profound spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and heightened devotion, offers a unique opportunity for Muslims to strengthen their connection with the Almighty Allah, foster unity, and extend compassion to those in need.  This sacred month reinforces the timeless values of charity, empathy, and peaceful coexistence, which are fundamental to building a harmonious and progressive society. The Governor went further to assure that Anambra State deeply values the contributions of the Muslim community to the socio-economic dynamism of the state, encouraging all faithful to use this...

 Gabon interim president Nguema will run in April presidential election ho turned 50 on Monday, announced his decision to run as a candidate in the Central African nation's presidential election set for April 12. Nguema seized power in a military coup in 2023, the eighth in West and Central Africa between 2020 and 2023, that ended the long-standing rule of his predecessor Ali Bongo and his family over the oil-rich but impoverished nation. While Gabonese largely welcomed Bongo's ouster, some analysts were concerned the junta would seek to remain in power. In November, Gabon approved a new constitution by a landslide after a referendum that military authorities promised would be a stepping stone to democratic rule. The new charter did not bar Nguema from running for the presidency, which is the case for other transitional leaders. "After careful consideration and in response to your numerous appeals, I have decided to stand as a candidate in the presidential election on 12 A...

 Navy Dismantles Three Illegal Refining Sites in Delta The Forward Operating Base (FOB) Escravos of the Nigerian Navy has dismantled three illegal refining sites in Delta State. Navy Capt. Ikenna Okoloagu, Commanding Officer of FOB Escravos, confirmed this development to journalists on Tuesday in Warri. According to Okoloagu, the illicit refining sites were discovered and deactivated in Obodo, Omadinho Community, Warri South-West Local Government Area. “The Nigerian Navy’s efforts in combating crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and other economic sabotage activities have once again yielded results. “On Tuesday, the FOB Escravos uncovered and dismantled three illegal refining sites at Obodo in Omadinho Community. “The sites contained approximately 3,700 litres of stolen crude oil and 2,600 litres of illegally refined Automotive Gasoline Oil (AGO). The seized products were stored in five ovens, 12 dug-out pits, and 33 polythene sacks,” he stated. Okoloagu credited the success of th...

 Ondo: NNPP Suspends Governorship Candidate and Running Mate The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has indefinitely suspended its candidate for the November 16, 2024, Ondo State governorship election, Olugbenga Edema, along with his running mate, Rotimi Adeyemi. Their suspension, along with that of a party chieftain, Isreal Ayeni, was announced following a meeting of the party’s State Working Committee (SWC) in Akure, the state capital. According to the NNPP chairman in Ondo State, Pastor Peter Olagookun, the decision was made due to their alleged involvement in anti-party activities and violations of the party’s constitution. Olagookun further explained that Edema took legal action against the party without first exhausting internal resolution mechanisms. "The decision was based on suing in the name of the party without consulting the appropriate stakeholders at both state and national levels, as outlined in our constitution," he stated. He added that Edema's actions, inc...

 Lagos Reaffirms Ban on Flogging in Schools, Emphasizes Counseling The Lagos State Government has reiterated its stance against corporal punishment in public schools, advocating counseling as a more effective disciplinary approach. State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Alli-Balogun, reaffirmed the ban in an interview on Monday, emphasizing that flogging students for indiscipline remains prohibited. He explained that the policy aims to prevent injuries, fainting, or even fatalities that could result from physical punishment by teachers. “Flogging is not the best way to correct a student. Lagos, like other states, has a policy prohibiting corporal punishment in schools. Instead, we have adopted counseling as a corrective measure,” Alli-Balogun stated. He added that minor disciplinary actions, such as kneeling, picking up litter, or cutting grass within school premises, could be used as alternative measures. “This is part of our positive reinforcement strategy, w...

 Foreign Minister Tuggar to Speak at Chatham House During UK Visit Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has embarked on a high-level working visit to the United Kingdom from March 3 to 5, 2025, to strengthen diplomatic ties and expand strategic collaboration between both nations. According to a statement by the ministry’s acting spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the visit underscores Nigeria’s commitment to fostering global partnerships that drive economic growth and sustainable development. During his visit, Ambassador Tuggar will deliver a speech at Chatham House, where he will discuss Nigeria’s evolving foreign policy and global ambitions. He will also participate in a high-level roundtable at the House of Commons, focusing on economic diversification, investment, and digital transformation. Additionally, the minister is scheduled to engage with key media stakeholders at the BBC House in London and hold meetings with financial institutio...

 EFCC Arraigns Six Kwara SUBEB Officials for Alleged N96m Fraud The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has arraigned six officials of Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB before Justice Akanbi of the State High Court, sitting in Ilorin, for fraud. They are facing prosecution on a four-count charge of breach of trust and misappropriation of funds to the tune of N96million. The defendants are, Ahmed Husain Olarewaju, Director, Finance and Supply; Omole Omololu John, Controller, Finance and Accounts; Fatai Oyerinde, Coordinator, Salary Unit; Mujeeb Ibrahim, Executive Officer, Account and Salary Schedule; Salami Temitope Bashir and Dauda Aweda Quozim, who are staff of the Salary Unit in the Kwara SUBEB. One of the charges reads: “That you, Ahmed Husain Olarewaju, Omole Omololu, Fatai Oyerinde, Mujeeb Ibrahim and Bashir Temitope Salami, between September, 2018 and December, 2018 at Ilorin, within the judicial division of the Kwar...

 POLICE ARREST BURGLAR ON HIS WAY TO DISPOSE OF STOLEN PHONES The operatives of Rapid Response Squad (RRS) have arrested a suspected burglar on his way to dispose of three mobile phones of his benefactor. The suspect; Yusuf Ojo (27) was arrested around 5:00 a.m. in Oshodi, last Wednesday by the police. Preliminary investigations revealed that Ojo burgled the home of one Michael at Iyana Iyesi, Ogun State around 12:00 a.m. when the victim and his family were asleep on Wednesday. It was further revealed that Ojo had earlier that very day collected money as assistance from the victim to enable him take care of himself. The suspect, after carting away three mobile phones was heading to Mushin to sell the mobile phones when police arrested him.  Ojo has been charged to court.

 Kano Court Jails Two TikTokers Over Vulgar Social Media Posts A Kano Magistrate Court has sentenced two TikTok users, Ahmad Isa and Maryam Musa, to one year in prison for posting vulgar content on social media. The duo was arrested by the Kano State Censorship Board for allegedly violating the state's religious and moral standards. During their arraignment, state counsel Barr. Garzali Maigari charged them with criminal conspiracy and the dissemination of illicit content. After pleading guilty, the court handed each of them a one-year prison sentence with an option to pay a fine of N100,000. Magistrate Hadiza Muhammad Hassan also cautioned them to maintain good behavior. This case adds to a growing list of social media-related arrests in Kano. In February 2024, the Hisbah Board detained TikToker Murja Kunya over alleged immoral activities, while in June 2024, another TikTok influencer, G-Fresh al-Amin, was arrested for making inappropriate online remarks.

 Nigeria’s Power Generation Reaches 5,713MW – TCN The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that the country's power generation hit 5,713.60 megawatts on Tuesday, marking the highest output in four years. In a statement, the TCN confirmed that the new peak generation for 2025 was successfully transmitted, surpassing the 5,543MW recorded on February 14. “This milestone was achieved on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 21:30 hours, exceeding the previous peak of 5,543.20MW by 170.40MW,” the statement read. While this figure remains 88MW below the all-time high of 5,801.60MW recorded on March 1, 2021, the TCN described it as a significant achievement. Additionally, the maximum daily energy supply reached a record 125,542.06 megawatt-hours (MWh), surpassing the previous high of 125,159.48MWh recorded on February 14 by 382.58MWh. Despite earlier assurances from Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu that generation would reach 6,000MW by December 2024, factors such as vandalism, grid ...

 Driver, Apprentice Killed as Petrol Tanker Explodes in Ibadan A petrol tanker explosion in Ibadan, Oyo State, has claimed the lives of a driver and his apprentice. The incident occurred early Tuesday morning near Total Filling Station, Orita Challenge, when the tanker, carrying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), lost control due to brake failure while navigating a roundabout. The vehicle struck a concrete barrier, overturned, and caught fire. Confirming the incident, Oyo State Fire Service General Manager, Yemi Akinyinka, stated that the fire was reported at 5:01 a.m. Firefighters, led by ACFS Olubunmi Christy, swiftly responded and used foam chemical compounds to contain the blaze. The charred remains of the driver and his assistant were recovered and handed over to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for transport to the hospital. Firefighters from Sumal Food Limited also assisted in extinguishing the flames, and personnel remain on-site for cooling operations to prevent reignition. M...

 NAFDAC Alerts Public on Circulation of Substandard Insulin Syringes The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a warning about the illegal circulation of substandard and falsified Knowit Insulin Syringe 40 IU 29G x 1/2 in Nigeria. In a statement on Monday, NAFDAC raised concerns over the continued use of outdated 40 IU/ML insulin syringes, despite the availability of the standard 100 IU/ML version. The agency emphasized that the 40 IU/ML syringes are no longer registered and pose a significant risk of dosing errors, which could lead to life-threatening complications for diabetic patients. “The 40 IU/ML insulin syringe was previously used alongside the 100 IU/ML variant for administering Lente animal insulins,” the statement explained. “However, with the discontinuation of animal insulins and the adoption of human insulins standardized at 100 IU/ML, the 40 IU/ML syringes are no longer applicable.” NAFDAC warned that using a 40 IU/ML syringe...

 N9.4tn Debt: Lawmakers Give Oil Companies Three-Day Ultimatum for Non-Compliance The Nigerian House of Representatives has given oil companies a three-day deadline to appear before its investigative panel regarding a N9.4 trillion debt owed to the Federal Government. Among the companies summoned are Waltersmith Petroman Limited, Addax Petroleum Exploration Nigeria Ltd, AITEO Group, Britannia-U, and two others. However, only Belema Oil Producing Ltd honored the invitation. The ad hoc committee conducting the probe revealed that the companies ignored its initial summons on Monday. Belema Oil’s team, led by Managing Director Ahmad Sambo, was instructed to return on Tuesday due to a delay in submitting their documents. Earlier, in a notice issued on Sunday, lawmakers had summoned nine oil firms, including Addax Petroleum, AITEO Group, All Grace Energy, Amalgamated Oil Company Nigeria Ltd, Amni International Petroleum Development Company Ltd, Belema Oil, Bilton Energy Ltd, Britannia-U,...

 SALE OF ALCOHOL, SEXUAL STIMULANTS IN TRAFFIC: LAGESC APPREHENDS SIX In consolidation of measures to ensure that Lagosians in transit and motorists alike enjoy safer driving and commuting across the State, the Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) popularly known as KAI, has apprehended six suspected vendors for engaging in the illegal sales of sachet alcohol and aphrodisiacs in traffic around the Iyana-Isolo-Ilasamaja axis of the State on Monday. The Corps Marshal of the Agency, Major Olaniyi Olatunbosun Cole (rtd), who disclosed this today at the Command Headquarters, Bolade-Oshodi, said, ‘‘We received complaints from motorists about how vendors engaged in the illegal sales of sachet alcohol, liquor and aphrodisiacs among others in traffic which can contribute to the high rate of accidents via drunk driving and passenger-induced chaos’’. The Corps Marshal revealed the names of the six suspected illegal drink hawkers as, Kemi Akeju, F, 36; Bola Oladimeji, F, 49; Monsurat ...

 CNG CONVERSION: LAGOS TRAINS VEHICLE INSPECTION/SAFETY COMMISSION OFFICERS Following the Federal government's directive on the need to move away from PMS to CNG, the Lagos State Government, through the Safety Commission, has organised a three-day training for Vehicle Inspection/Safety Commission Officers.  Speaking at the opening of the training programme held recently at Dover Hotel, Aromire, Ikeja, Director-General, Lagos Safety Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola, stated that the adoption of CNG as an alternative fuel is not just an energy solution, but a declaration of the present administration's resolve to embrace cleaner, safer and more affordable energy systems that prioritize the well-being of its citizens and the preservation of the environment  According to him, the training would involve both practical and technical sessions, adding "This is a follow-up to the state’s adoption of CNG buses and E-bike into its transportation system which is in tandem with the Preside...