Former Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dauda Ali Biu, has been honoured with the traditional title of Jagaban Sabon Gari, in recognition of his profound grassroots impact and lifelong service to the nation and his community. The title, conferred by the Sabon Gari District Council and endorsed by the Emir of Zazzau, His Highness Malam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, positions Biu as a symbol of unity, leadership, and development in one of Nigeria’s most culturally diverse districts. The event, which drew large crowds from across Kaduna State and beyond, was both a celebration and an affirmation of…
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The Edo State Government has issued a strong warning and has commenced necessary legal consultations towards taking a decisive legal action against the Neo Black Movement, also known as Black Axe, over the recent spate of killings and cult-related violence in Edo State. This decision is premised on public admission by self-acclaimed leaders of the group, who have openly identified themselves and condemned the lawful demolition of a building linked to their activities. By publicly aligning themselves with the structure and its usage, they have confirmed their association with the actions coordinated from the premises—thus paving the way for lawful…
A former Minister of Police Affairs, Navy Captain Omoniyi Caleb Olubolade (rtd), is dead. Olubolade, also a former Military Administrator of Bayelsa State, celebrated his 70th birthday on November 30, 2024. Olubolade, the Ipoti-Ekiti-born retired officer, died on Sunday May 11 in Apapa, Lagos. According to a statement by his first daughter, Mrs. Oluwayemisi Akinadewo and first son, Mr. Dayo Olubolade, he left the house to play lawn tennis at a nearby facility where he slumped. “He drove himself to the facility to play lawn tennis in the evening and slumped while playing. “Efforts were made by medical officers around…
By Israel Ekene Ohia Since 2009, when the office of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) was formed, different heads have spearheaded it. Still, none can be said to have faced opposition and detractors from various angles like the one being faced by the current Administrator, Dr. Dennis Otuaro, whose stellar performances at PAP have been like a shining light, who, from the inception of office, said it will no longer be business as usual. It has been from one sponsored media attack against him to another, from one petition against him to another, from one protest to another, from one…
President Bola Tinubu has welcomed new initiatives by Qatari investors to explore opportunities in the agricultural sector and assured that Nigeria remains open to strategic partnerships. The President gave the assurance on Friday at the State House while receiving Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, a special envoy from the Amir of the State of Qatar. Dr Al-Khulaifi, Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, conveyed Amir’s strong interest in expanding bilateral cooperation, announcing that a high-level Qatari business delegation will visit Nigeria in the coming weeks to explore opportunities in agriculture, food security, and other critical sectors. President Tinubu emphasised…
Governor Ademola Adeleke has joined families and well wishers to congratulate the Asiwaju Musulumi of Yoruba Land, Edo and Delta, Alhaji Chief Dr Olatunde Khamis Badmus. In a felicitation message issued today at Osogbo, the state governor described the Chairman Tuns Group of Companies as an institution in community, economic and religious sectors of Osun state and Nigeria, lauding the huge contributions of the renowned business leader to state and national development. In local, state and national space, the Governor said Asiwaju Musulumi is a father to all irrespective of affiliations, describing the multiple award winning leader as “ a…
*** Says Catholic faithful in Imo share vision of integrity with Pope The Chairman of the Centre for Transparency Advocacy, Dr. Chima Matthew Amadi yesterday said the choice of Pope Leo XIV as the 267th Pope inspires billions all over the world. He said the Pope’s vision is anchored on justice, inclusiveness, humility, dialogue, and a preferential option for the poor. He said the Pope’s leadership qualities deeply resonate with the aspirations I hold for Imo State. Amadi, who made his position known in a statement in Abuja, said those marginalized in the world have hope under the new Pope.…
The management of T.Pumpy Concept Limited, a top real estate developers in Abuja, has announced reward for its customers via a giveaway. According to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of T.Pumpy, Akintayo Adaraegbe, a brand new car is up for grabs. He said the customers’ reward season is meant to appreciate those who have patronized the company over the years. “As a heartfelt thank you to our incredible community, we are excited to announce a special giveaway! “One lucky subscriber will be randomly selected through a raffle draw to win a brand new car, our way of saying…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived Awka, Anambra State, on a working visit. While in Awka, President Tinubu will commission some infrastructural projects executed by Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration. The Emeka Anyaoku Institute for International Studies and Diplomacy, located within Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, is among the projects slated for commissioning by the President. He will also commission the Solution Fun City, which houses the Anambra Country Club, a Family Fun House, a Water Park, and an Amusement Park. President Tinubu will commission the Government House Mini City and Anambra Tower of Light and unveil the Monument of the Statues…
Two co-wives have landed in a hospital after taking herbal mixture popularly called ‘kayan mata’ in Hausa language meant to sexually arouse their husband. The wives reside in Dakwa community, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). It was gathered that they used the herbal mixture in order to continue to get the attention of their husband who recently married a third wife. The women, names withheld, allegedly took the herbs three days after their husband wedded a third wife from his home town in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital. The husband in the centre of the herbal…