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Kwara State and the nation of Nigeria are in mourning following the passing of the esteemed Senator Rafiu Adebayo Ibrahim, a figure celebrated for his dedication, leadership, and compassionate approach to governance.Senator Rafiu, known for his loyalty and tenacity, leaves behind a legacy of exemplary service both in and out of office. His commitment to public service was evident through his accessibility and readiness to act for the common good, traits that won him admiration both within his home state and beyond.Throughout his career, Senator Rafiu was a champion for youth empowerment and was actively involved in various initiatives aimed…
Nigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a statement confirming that there have been no reported child fatalities linked to a recently recalled batch of Johnson & Johnson’s children’s cough syrup. This announcement comes after the discovery of elevated levels of diethylene glycol in the product, which prompted immediate action by the regulatory body.Proactive Measures in Response to International IncidentsThe recall was a precautionary response to incidents in Gambia and Cameroon, where children’s deaths since 2022 were linked to cough syrups containing toxic substances. NAFDAC’s director of pharmacovigilance, Fraden Bitrus, emphasized that the testing…
Chief Edwin Clark, an esteemed elder statesman and leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), has made a poignant appeal to President Bola Tinubu, urging the formation of a specialized task force dedicated to rescuing the remaining Chibok girls still in captivity. During a press conference in Abuja, Clark emphasized the need for a prompt and dedicated response, criticizing previous administrations for their lack of focus on this critical issue.Clark highlighted that since their abduction by Boko Haram insurgents on April 14, 2014, significant efforts to secure the release of all 276 girls from the Government Girls Secondary School…
On April 14, 2024, a group of Yoruba Nation agitators was arrested after they stormed the Oyo State Secretariat in Ibadan. The incident, involving 21 individuals, escalated to the point of intervention by various security forces, including the Nigerian Army’s 2nd Division. The group, which included a 55-year-old lecturer and a 29-year-old phone repairer, was paraded by the Oyo State Police Commissioner, Hazmat Adebola, at the Eleyele Police Headquarters.Commissioner Adebola labeled the event as an act of “treasonable felony and terrorism,” warranting stern repercussions. The group’s intent was to highlight their claim to Yoruba as a sovereign entity, separate from…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced plans to increase both domestic and international gas production. This strategic initiative, revealed by Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, follows a detailed meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Lagos. The primary goal is to strengthen the Nigerian Naira through enhanced gas output. Gas Production as a Catalyst for Economic Revitalization Kyari highlighted the pivotal role of increased gas production in the nation’s economic framework, suggesting that by boosting gas supplies, the NNPCL can play a crucial role in stabilizing and potentially strengthening the Naira. This strategy aligns…
Two Nigerian brothers, Samuel Ogoshi, 22, and Samson Ogoshi, 20, have pleaded guilty to their involvement in an international sextortion ring that led to the tragic suicide of a 17-year-old Michigan boy, Jordan DeMay. The brothers, hailing from Lagos, Nigeria, face a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years and a maximum of years in prison for their heinous crimes.The case, which has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian and American communities, highlights the growing threat of online sexual exploitation and the devastating consequences it can have on young lives. The Ogoshi brothers, along with a third defendant, Ezekiel Robert, 19, who…
Ondo, April 13, 2024 – The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State is embroiled in a bitter internal crisis as a group known as the Ondo Vanguards for Good Governance (OVGG) has accused Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s camp of producing fake party membership registers and cards in an attempt to sway the upcoming governorship primary in his favor.Allegations of Vote RiggingIn a scathing statement released on Saturday, OVGG coordinator Tade Ojo alleged that Governor Aiyedatiwa and his supporters are engaging in electoral manipulation, including recruiting thugs to intimidate opponents, and fabricating party membership documents to bolster their numbers.The governor’s desperation…
Abuja, April 14, 2024 – The internal crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reached a boiling point as state governors and party stalwarts engage in a bitter power struggle for control of the party’s machinery.Caretaker Committee ControversyThe National Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP recently released a list of caretaker committees for various states, sparking outrage from several quarters. Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has vehemently rejected the list, claiming it violates established conventions and undermines his authority as the party leader in his state.Fubara alleges that the NWC bypassed the customary practice of consulting with governors…
the Nigerian Army has taken decisive action against members of the Yoruba Nation movement. On April 13, 2024, an attack on the Oyo State Secretariat in Agodi, Ibadan, led to the detention of nine individuals associated with this separatist group. The army’s response followed a violent encounter at a critical government facility, signaling a severe security challenge in the region. The army spokesperson, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, reported that the individuals were apprehended wearing foreign military uniforms and were armed with dangerous weapons. Among the seized armaments were semi-automatic pump action rifles and assorted ammunition. This gear suggested a high…
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to advancing Open and Distance Learning (ODL) in Nigeria, aiming to enhance access, affordability, and quality in higher education. This affirmation came during the 13th Convocation and Investiture of the third Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), held in Abuja on April 13, 2024.Represented by Biodun Saliu, the Deputy Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), President Tinubu highlighted the pivotal role of ODL in achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. The government’s support, through the Federal Ministry of Education and the NUC, aims to provide an environment…