Ondo gov demands diligence, zero tolerance for corruption from appointees
The Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has declared that his administration would not tolerate any act of corruption and indolence from any of his political appointees. To this end, Aiyedatiwa charged all his appointees to carry out their duties diligently, saying his administration was committed to delivering rapid and effective governance. The governor stated this
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The Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has declared that his administration would not tolerate any act of corruption and indolence from any of his political appointees. To this end, Aiyedatiwa charged all his appointees to carry out their duties diligently, saying his administration was committed to delivering rapid and effective governance. The governor stated this
Lagos lawmakers reject Obasa, insist Meranda remains speaker
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected Mudashiru Obasa as the Speaker of the parliament. Speaking with journalists at the assembly complex on Thursday, the lawmakers refuted Obasa’s claim that he remains the speaker. The 36 lawmakers reaffirmed their support for the current speaker, Mojisola Meranda, insisting that she is the speaker
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Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected Mudashiru Obasa as the Speaker of the parliament. Speaking with journalists at the assembly complex on Thursday, the lawmakers refuted Obasa’s claim that he remains the speaker. The 36 lawmakers reaffirmed their support for the current speaker, Mojisola Meranda, insisting that she is the speaker
Group urges finance minister to fast-track whistleblower law
The African Centre for Media and Information Literacy has expressed deep concern over the prolonged delay in passing Nigeria’s whistleblower protection bill into law, urging the Minister of Finance, Olawale Edun, to expedite action. In a letter to the minister on Thursday, AFRICMIL’s Coordinator, Dr Chido Onumah, emphasised that a legal framework to safeguard whistleblowers
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The African Centre for Media and Information Literacy has expressed deep concern over the prolonged delay in passing Nigeria’s whistleblower protection bill into law, urging the Minister of Finance, Olawale Edun, to expedite action. In a letter to the minister on Thursday, AFRICMIL’s Coordinator, Dr Chido Onumah, emphasised that a legal framework to safeguard whistleblowers
Kano probes salary deduction, underpayment of workers
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has set up a committee to probe reports of salary deductions, underpayment, and non-payment affecting civil servants in the state. He declared such acts as gross violation of workers’ rights and a betrayal of public trust. This is as he grants the committee a seven-day ultimatum to file its report.
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Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has set up a committee to probe reports of salary deductions, underpayment, and non-payment affecting civil servants in the state. He declared such acts as gross violation of workers’ rights and a betrayal of public trust. This is as he grants the committee a seven-day ultimatum to file its report.
Imo assembly to summon security agencies on protection of farmlands amid herdsmen invasion
The Imo State House of Assembly has resolved to invite various security agencies in the state to provide adequate security for farmers and their farms against herdsmen invasions. The House made the resolution following the adoption of a motion moved by the member representing Nkwerre Constituency, Chisom Ojukwu, on the issue of the invasion of
Imo assembly to summon security agencies on protection of farmlands amid herdsmen invasion
The Imo State House of Assembly has resolved to invite various security agencies in the state to provide adequate security for farmers and their farms against herdsmen invasions.
The House made the resolution following the adoption of a motion moved by the member representing Nkwerre Constituency, Chisom Ojukwu, on the issue of the invasion of farmlands by criminal elements disguised as herders.
Presenting the motion, the lawmaker explained that reports from farmers revealed that most farmlands in the state are no longer safe.
He observed that if this development is left unchecked, it will lead to food scarcity, which will negatively impact the economic and social well-being of Imo citizens.
“If this persistent insecurity of farms and farmers is not urgently nipped in the bud, it will not only lead to financial losses for the farmers but also exacerbate the food insecurity situation in our state. Farmers may resort to self-help, which could give rise to a very serious security concern in the state,” he said.
Ojukwu prayed that the House should urge the Governor of the State, Hope Uzodinma, to direct the Ministry of Homeland Security and other relevant agencies to urgently find a lasting solution to farmers’ security.
After much deliberation on the motion, the House directed the House Committee on Agriculture to convene a joint meeting with the Commissioner for Agriculture, Livestock, Homeland Security, and other relevant agencies to brainstorm on ways to intensify intelligence gathering and surveillance activities to identify and apprehend the perpetrators of attacks on farmers.
The House also resolved to urge the governor to direct the Ministry of Homeland Security to commence immediate profiling and registration of scavengers and those involved in buying farm produce in the state.
Imo assembly to summon security agencies on protection of farmlands amid herdsmen invasion
Afenifere demands security upgrade for NAFDAC, EFCC, NDLEA heads amid threats
Amid threats to the life of the Director-General of the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has demanded an upgrade to her security. According to the Yoruba group, the security of the heads of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the National
Afenifere demands security upgrade for NAFDAC, EFCC, NDLEA heads amid threats
Amid threats to the life of the Director-General of the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has demanded an upgrade to her security.
According to the Yoruba group, the security of the heads of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, should also be reviewed amid the threats.
Afenifere, however, warned that any attempt on the life of the NAFDAC boss would not be tolerated.
The Yoruba group, in a statement by its Organising Secretary, Abagun Kole Omololu, also appealed to the federal government to provide security for the families of the heads of these agencies. It maintained that an attack on the Director-General would amount to an assault on public health and national security.
Adeyeye had earlier raised the alarm over threats to her life and the safety of her staff amid the ongoing crackdown on counterfeit drugs.
Afenifere stressed that the country cannot afford to turn a blind eye to the activities of purveyors of deadly drugs.
“The recent distress call by Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, Director-General of NAFDAC, regarding threats to her life and those of her staff must not be dismissed with mere platitudes. She stands at the frontline of Nigeria’s battle against counterfeit drugs, toxic consumables, and the nefarious interests of syndicates profiting from human suffering.
“Nigeria cannot afford to abandon those who risk everything for the greater good. Public officials like Prof Adeyeye, the chairman of the EFCC, and the head of the NDLEA must be fortified with comprehensive security apparatus, including armoured vehicles, elite personnel, and advanced surveillance systems.”
Afenifere demands security upgrade for NAFDAC, EFCC, NDLEA heads amid threats
JUST IN: Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly plenary with four lawmakers
The embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. The session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. As of 3 pm, the plenary was ongoing, but over 26 lawmakers boycotted the session in what
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The embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. The session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. As of 3 pm, the plenary was ongoing, but over 26 lawmakers boycotted the session in what
Middlebelt group congratulates Oba Oladipo Olaitan on emergence as Afenifere leader
The Middle Belt Forum, MBF, has congratulated Oba Oladipo Olaitan on his emergence as the new Afenifere leader. A statement issued on Thursday by its spokesman, Luka Binniyat, congratulated Oba Oladipo Olaitan on his emergence as the new leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group. According to the statement, Pogu commended the Afenifere family for
Middlebelt group congratulates Oba Oladipo Olaitan on emergence as Afenifere leader
The Middle Belt Forum, MBF, has congratulated Oba Oladipo Olaitan on his emergence as the new Afenifere leader.
A statement issued on Thursday by its spokesman, Luka Binniyat, congratulated Oba Oladipo Olaitan on his emergence as the new leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group.
According to the statement, Pogu commended the Afenifere family for the peaceful and seamless selection of Oba Olaitan, which reflects their dedication to unity and the preservation of the group’s values.
He said: “I have known Oba Oladipo Olaitan as a committed and dedicated member of Afenifere, serving diligently as the deputy to the late great Chief Ayo Adebanjo, despite his revered position as a Royal Father.
“I am confident that under his leadership, he will uphold the long-standing understandings and agreements of the Middle Belt and Southern Leadership Forum in our collective pursuit of Nigerian leadership rotation and other matters—especially a restructured Nigerian state and a constitution that guarantees a more productive, secure, free, and progressive nation, delivering on the aspirations of all its citizens.
“Congratulations once again, Kabiyesi. Be assured of the unwavering friendship, cooperation, and solidarity of the Middle Belt Forum as we continue this shared journey for a better Nigeria.”
Middlebelt group congratulates Oba Oladipo Olaitan on emergence as Afenifere leader
Sudan: UN warns of mass deaths from famine
The United Nations human rights chief, Volker Türk, on Thursday warned of the risk of a further escalation of the war in Sudan, stating that there was a growing risk of deaths from starvation on a wide scale. The warning came a day after the UN World Food Programme temporarily halted food aid distribution in
Sudan: UN warns of mass deaths from famine
The United Nations human rights chief, Volker Türk, on Thursday warned of the risk of a further escalation of the war in Sudan, stating that there was a growing risk of deaths from starvation on a wide scale.
The warning came a day after the UN World Food Programme temporarily halted food aid distribution in a famine-struck camp for displaced people in North Darfur amid escalating violence.
“Sudan is a powder keg, on the verge of a further explosion into chaos, and at increasing risk of atrocity crimes and mass deaths from famine. The danger of escalation has never been higher,” he told the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland.
Recall that war erupted in April 2023 amid a power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) ahead of a planned transition to civilian rule, sparking the world’s largest displacement and hunger crisis.
According to the United Nations, famine conditions have already been reported in at least five locations in Sudan, including displacement camps in Darfur.
Türk said that recent moves by the RSF towards establishing governing authority in areas it controls were likely to further entrench divisions and increase the risk of continued hostilities.
Sudan: UN warns of mass deaths from famine
Canada: Progress made on tightening border should satisfy US
Canadian Public Safety Minister David McGuinty on Thursday said that the progress his country has made in tightening security along the border with the United States and combating drug smuggling should satisfy the administration of President Donald Trump. At the same time he spoke, Trump stated that his proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada would
Canada: Progress made on tightening border should satisfy US
Canadian Public Safety Minister David McGuinty on Thursday said that the progress his country has made in tightening security along the border with the United States and combating drug smuggling should satisfy the administration of President Donald Trump.
At the same time he spoke, Trump stated that his proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada would go into effect on March 4 as scheduled, on the grounds that drugs were still pouring into the United States from those countries.
McGuinty, in televised remarks to reporters in Washington ahead of two days of talks with senior U.S. officials, said they were convinced that the efforts made so far should satisfy the U.S. administration.
“The evidence is irrefutable—progress is being made. In my view, any test that was put on Canada in terms of showing progress and meeting standards for the border—I believe those have been met,” he said.
According to official data, the vast majority of drugs intercepted in the United States come from Mexico.
Canada: Progress made on tightening border should satisfy US