Author: Binta Agboola

No fewer than five persons have lost their lives in the Anambra Central Senatorial Zone after gunmen, enforcing the outlawed sit-at-home order, launched a series of deadly attacks on Monday morning. The assaults, which occurred between 8am and 10am, targeted communities in Abatete, Abagana, and Ukpo. According to sources, the casualties were mainly members of the Anambra Vigilante services. In Abatete town, three security personnel attached to the town’s President-General (PG) were shot and killed. The PG himself sustained critical injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital. In separate incidents, the gunmen attacked Abagana and Ukpo communities. At the…

Nigeria’s representative, Chidimma Adetshina, has achieved a remarkable feat by finishing as the first runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe Competition held in Mexico. The thrilling finale saw Adetshina and Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, go head-to-head for the coveted crown. The event, which took place at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, was described as one of the most electrifying in recent years. The organizers took to Instagram to acknowledge the nail-biting finale, stating, “The final two! Nigeria and Denmark, two incredible women, one unforgettable moment.” Adetshina’s exceptional performance earned her widespread admiration from judges and audiences alike. Her…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reiterated its commitment to conducting a credible and transparent governorship election in Ondo State today, Saturday, November 16, 2024. Professor Kunle Ajayi, INEC National Commissioner supervising Ondo, Ogun, and Osun States, made this assurance on Channels Television’s Politics Today in Akure, the state capital, on Friday. According to Ajayi, INEC has completed all necessary preparations to ensure the election’s success. “We have done our own work, we are proud of what we have done, and we will not disappoint the people of Ondo State,” he emphasized. This assurance comes after INEC distributed sensitive…

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has adjourned the arraignment of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello until November 27, 2024. Bello faces a 16-count charge brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for alleged criminal breach of trust and conspiracy to commit an offense totaling N110.4 billion. Bello, along with co-defendants Shuabu Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu, is accused of misappropriating funds. The EFCC counsel, Jamiu Agoro, requested an adjournment to allow Bello to appear in court, as the 30-day window for the summons had not expired. Agoro stated, “I will humbly pray to your…

Governor Seyi Makinde presented a proposed N678.086 billion budget to the Oyo State House of Assembly for approval. Tagged “Budget of Economic Stabilisation,” it’s 35% higher than the 2024 budget. Breakdown: – Capital expenditure: N349.29 billion (50.59%) – Recurrent expenditure: N325.57 billion (49.41%) – Infrastructure: N152.265 billion (22.46%) – Education: N145.257 billion (21.44%) – Health: N59 billion (9%) – Agriculture: N18 billion (3%) Makinde pledged to prioritize citizens’ welfare, while Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin promised legislative commitment to transparency and accountability.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has launched a final push ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State, with top chieftains arriving in Akure, the state capital. Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), and Biodun Oyebanji (Ekiti) are among those in attendance, alongside former Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu. According to Sanwo-Olu’s media aide, Gboyega Akosile, the APC leaders are in Akure for the party’s mega rally, aimed at mobilizing support for incumbent Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Akosile tweeted, “Flash: Governors @jidesanwoolu, his Ogun State counterpart @DapoAbiodunCON, Ekiti State Governor @biodunaoyebanji, former Deputy Governor of Edo State @phillips Shuaibu,…

The Nigerian Army has announced that the remains of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, will be laid to rest on Friday, November 15, 2024. President Bola Tinubu, who returned from his trip to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday evening, is expected to pay his last respects at the state burial. The Director of Army Public Relations, Maj Gen Onyema Nwachukwu, revealed that the service of songs will hold on Thursday, November 14, while the funeral service will take place at the International Christian Centre, Abuja, on Friday, November 15. The late army chief will be…

The Federal Government has taken a bold step to ensure safety in the aviation industry by prohibiting licensed flight crew members from operating multiple airlines. This directive, issued through the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), comes after findings revealed that pilots and crew members were rendering services to different airlines simultaneously. According to Capt. Chris Najomo, Acting Director-General, Civil Aviation, this practice poses a significant safety risk ¹. “Instances where pilots operate for more than one airline concurrently without safety considerations of such actions poses a safety risk to the industry,” he stated. The NCAA emphasized that licenses issued to…

Despite a significant 20.34% reduction in the landing cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to N971.57 per litre over the past three months, retail prices have skyrocketed by 71.79% to N1,060 per litre. Data from the Major Energies Marketers Association reveals a steady decline in landing costs: N1,219 per litre in August, N945.63 in September, N903.64 in October, and N971.57 in November. However, the retail price has defied logic, increasing from N617 per litre on August 1, 2024, to N1,060 per litre by November 8, 2024. This disparity has raised concerns among experts and the Nigeria…

In a surprise move, United States President-elect Donald Trump has announced that two key figures from his former administration, Nikki Haley and Mike Pompeo, will not be returning to the White House. Haley, the former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, and Pompeo, ex-Secretary of State and CIA Director, were considered strong contenders for Trump’s new cabinet. Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, stating, “I will not be inviting former Ambassador Nikki Haley, or former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, to join the Trump Administration, which is currently in formation.” Despite the harsh tone, Trump expressed gratitude for their…