The Lagos State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Cornelius Ojelabi, has urged party members to stay united to ensure the party’s success in the 2025 local government elections in the state. Speaking during a victory celebration and thank-you visit organized by the Badagry Independent Campaign Council Coordinator, Ibrahim Layode, who is also the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ojelabi emphasized the importance of unity within the party. He noted that following President Bola Tinubu’s ban on the Mandate and Justice Forums factions within Lagos APC, it is crucial for all members to come together for the party’s advancement. Ojelabi…
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An airstrike conducted by the Nigerian Air Force on Saturday struck members of the Zamfara State Community Protection Guard (ZSCPG), local vigilantes, and residents of Tungar Kara in Maradun Local Government Area, Zamfara State. The strike, intended to target bandits fleeing the community after a raid, mistakenly hit the wrong group, resulting in the deaths of at least 20 individuals. Eyewitnesses reported that the unfortunate incident occurred shortly after the bandits escaped the area. Local vigilantes and residents, who had mobilized to defend their community, were among those caught in the attack. Rescue operations are ongoing, and so far, 16…
Mr. Laolu Akande, former spokesperson to ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, has dismissed rumors suggesting that the former Vice President has left the All Progressives Congress (APC) or withdrawn from political activities. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos, Akande clarified that Osinbajo remains a member of the APC and has not abandoned his political ambitions. “There is no reason to think that he is no longer in the APC. He is still a member of the APC. If he gets an invitation to the caucus, he will be there,” Akande stated. Osinbajo, who…
The South East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA), a socio-political group, has voiced its unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership, warning against attempts by northern politicians to challenge his re-election bid in 2027. In a statement titled “2027: It’s Tinubu or Nobody”, the South East Coordinator of SERHA, Belusochukwu Enwere, emphasized the group’s confidence in Tinubu’s leadership and urged those aspiring for the presidency to respect his tenure. Enwere acknowledged Tinubu’s strides in addressing Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges and fostering stability in governance, saying:“Although critics claim Tinubu has placed the economy on life support, others acknowledge his efforts to bring…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rejoiced with Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on his 60th birthday on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Also, the Chairman of the South-West Governors Forum and Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in his congratulatory message described him as a passionate public officer. President Tinubu commends Aiyedatiwa for his unwavering dedication and political consistency, beginning from his membership of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) in 2011. “His steadfastness throughout the party’s metamorphosis and final transition to the All Progressives Congress (APC) exemplifies his loyalty, dedication, and commitment”, Presidential Adviser on Information & Strategy,…
Nigeria’s national power grid has experienced its first major collapse in 2025, occurring just ten days into the new year. The collapse has plunged the nation into widespread darkness, leaving many Nigerians frustrated by the unexpected outage. This incident marks the 13th grid collapse within the last 13 months, highlighting ongoing challenges in the country’s power sector. Reports indicate that power generation plummeted from 2,111.01 megawatts at 2:00 pm to a mere 390.20 MW by 3:00 pm. Confirming the situation, The Energy Podcast stated, “National grid suffers major collapse… First in 2025.” However, efforts to restore power are reportedly underway,…
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has reported the tragic death of two men who fell into a diesel tank in the Oregun area of Lagos on Saturday. In a statement, LASEMA’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, explained that the incident occurred along Ikosi-Oregun Road. “At 10:37 a.m., distress calls were received through the emergency lines 767 and 112, prompting an immediate deployment of our response team from the Command and Control Centre in Alausa, Ikeja,” the statement revealed. Upon arrival at the scene around 10:47 a.m., responders found that two men had fallen into the reservoir. Investigations indicated…
A fire that broke out on Friday night at Olusola Saraki Market in the Ita-Amo area of Ilorin West Local Government Area, Kwara State, has destroyed goods worth millions of Naira. The Kwara State Fire Service reported that the blaze consumed various items, including clothing materials, provisions, soft drinks, and meat. In a statement issued on Saturday, Hassan Adekunle, the Principal Fire Officer and Head of Media and Publicity for the state Fire Service, confirmed that seven out of the 269 shops in the market were destroyed. The fire was reportedly triggered by a power surge caused by fluctuating electricity…
One person has died, and two others were rescued following the collapse of a well in Gargajiga town, Minjibir Local Government Area, Kano State, on Thursday. In a statement on Friday, Kano State Fire Service spokesperson Saminu Abdullahi explained that the incident occurred during the re-digging and repair of the well. The incident was reported by Bashir Namadi, who made a distress call prompting a response from the Fire Service. Abdullahi said, “Three individuals were involved: one inside the well and two outside. The well’s sides gave way, causing the collapse and burying all three.” Upon arrival at 12:20 p.m.,…
The Borno State Police Command has arrested a suspected drug peddler found with 116 wraps of dried leaves believed to be Indian hemp. Police spokesperson, ASP Nahum Daso, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Saturday in Maiduguri. The suspect, 22-year-old Kabura Kayuram, a resident of Jajeri Ward in Maiduguri, was apprehended by the command’s anti-vice squad on January 10 at approximately 11:30 a.m. after credible intelligence led to the operation. Daso added, “The suspect was caught with the illicit substances, and both he and the seized exhibits have been handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for…