Tinubu is Embarrassment to Yoruba Tribe, His ‘Lagos boys’ Hungry for Money, Brainless – Lagos Chief
On Wednesday, Abisoye Oshodi, also known as Balogun Eko, a prominent chief in Lagos, criticized Bola Tinubu regarding the nation’s economic state and security issues. Tinubu assumed office on May 29, 2023. Oshodi labeled the current state of affairs as disgraceful to Tinubu’s ethnic group. Known for his outspoken political views on Instagram, Oshodi remarked…
Markets Demolition: Start Relocating to South-East—Ohanaeze Urges Igbos in Lagos
A leader of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the foremost Igbo socio-cultural group, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, emphasized the necessity for Igbo people to begin gradually withdrawing and relocating their businesses to the South-East. Isiguzoro’s statement came in response to a widely circulated online video showing distressed Igbo traders at the Trinity spare parts market in Apapa, Lagos, on…
Again, Terrorists Abduct 55 Wedding Guests in Katsina
At least 55 wedding guests, reportedly accompanying a bride home in Damari town, Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State, were abducted by suspected bandits. A local resident, speaking to PUNCH Online via phone on Friday, confirmed the incident, which took place around 9 p.m. on Thursday. Moreover, the source revealed that three local security…
Nasarawa Chief Magistrate Suspended Over Bribery, Abuse of Power Allegations
Chief Magistrate Vincent W. Gwahemba of the Judicial Service Commission in Nasarawa State has been suspended due to allegations of bribery and abuse of power. The suspension was conveyed through an official letter dated January 30, 2024, requiring Chief Magistrate Gwahemba to respond within 24 hours to the accusations made against him. As per the…
Musibau Olasunkanmi Appointed New ICAN Registrar/CEO
Dr. Musibau Olasunkanmi has been appointed as the new Registrar/Chief Executive of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). The announcement of his appointment was made on Friday following approval by the Governing Council during its meeting on December 15, 2023. According to a statement from ICAN, Olasunkanmi’s appointment reflects a strategic decision aimed…
Surulere: Voting Commences in Gbajabiamila’s Constituency
Voting has begun in the by-election being held in Surulere 1 Federal Constituency located in Surulere, Lagos State. This by-election aims to fill the vacant seat left by Femi Gbajabiamiala, who resigned from the House of Representatives to assume the role of the President’s Chief of Staff. The accreditation process commenced at the Surulere Local…
By-Elections, Re-runs Happening in 26 States Today
Today, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is overseeing by-elections and re-runs in 26 states across Nigeria. These electoral activities span 80 Local Government Areas, encompassing 575 registration areas and 8,934 polling units. The participating states are Ebonyi, Yobe, Kebbi, Lagos, Ondo, Taraba, Benue, Borno, Kaduna, Plateau, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Cross River, Delta, Enugu, Jigawa,…
BREAKING: Nigeria Advance into AFCON Semi-Finals, Defeat Angola 1-0
The Nigerian national football team, known as the Super Eagles, triumphed over Angola in a thrilling match, securing a spot in the semi-finals of the 2023 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup held in Cote d’Ivoire. Ademola Lookman’s lone goal in the 41st minute propelled Nigeria to victory. Played at the packed 33,000-seater Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium in…
Saraki requests that Kwara have strict security.
In order to address incidences of insecurity, former Senate President Bukola Saraki urged the Kwara government to strengthen security in the state on Friday in Abuja. In response to the killing of Oba Peter Olusegun Aremu-Cole, the traditional ruler (Olukoro) of Koro, Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara, on Thursday and the kidnapping of other…
Rerun polls in 2024: DSS cautions against taking any steps that could jeopardize national security.
Nigerians participating in the 2024 rerun and bye-elections have been advised by the Department of State Services to behave well both during and after the events in the states that would be affected. The opposing parties are tasked by the service with refraining from any actions that could jeopardize law and order. The DSS also…