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In the tapestry of Nigeria's religious landscape, Apostle Paul Adenuga stands as a towering figure, not just for his spiritual leadership but also for his unwavering commitment to truth, justice, and the welfare of the less privileged. As the General Overseer of Faith Revival Apostolic Church, he has exemplified a life dedicated to service, particularly in championing education and uplifting young people across Nigeria. Apostle Adenuga's journey is one marked by a deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of education. For over two decades, he has been a stalwart supporter of students' organizations, recognizing them as the vanguards of change and progress in society. His engagement with these organizations goes beyond mere patronage; it is a testament to his belief in nurturing the potential of Nigeria's youth to become leaders of tomorrow. One of the cornerstones of Apostle Adenuga's advocacy has been his relentless pursuit of educational opportunities for yo

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has served 343 contravention notices on construction sites at various locations around the state in the last one year. Commissioner for The Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this at on-going ministerial press briefing to mark one year of the second term of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu Administration, in Alausa, Ikeja. He said the notices were served on them for not complying with the construction waste regulation procedure supervised by LAWMA. Wahab added that 354 new introductions notices were issued to construction firms within the same period while enforcement was carried out on 10 recalcitrant sites. According to him, "LAWMA in the last one year has served no less than 343 contravention notices on construction firms at various locations in the state, for not complying with the rules and regulations governing construction waste management. It is the responsibility of the Construction Demolition and Disaste

By Okino Jeremiah Umar Bago has an energetic personality. Though a politician, he is not your everyday breed. He is a departure from the norm and is unafraid to be heard when it matters most. As Governor of Niger State, he has done what others could not do in years. He has changed the face of development in the state. But it came with a price.  Governor Umar Bago represents a dawn in leadership with the manner he had carried on in Niger State. His is a mix of passion, dedication and commitment. He has stayed faithful to his campaign promises of prioritising youth empowerment, quality education, and provision of basic infrastructure that would make life meaningful for the people.  We must agree that it is one thing for politicians to make promises and another for them to be fulfilled. It is an undeniable norm in Nigeria, and why hope seems lost for the ordinary citizens who have taken their destinies into their own hands.  In Nigeria, campaign promises are empty. It is a bane that refus

By Philip Agbese Festus Keyamo, the enigmatic figure at the helm of Nigeria’s aviation sector, has been a subject of both admiration and controversy. His unconventional approach to governance has polarised opinions, with some hailing him as a visionary leader and others questioning his methods. As the Aviation Minister, Keyamo has been unapologetically vocal about his commitment to reforming the industry, but his fervour for change has often been met with scepticism and resistance. Of truth, one can not discuss Festus Keyamo without acknowledging his unyielding dedication to Nigeria. His admirable cockiness and unwavering patriotism and willingness to stand up for what he believes in are undeniable. Keyamo’s refusal to conform to the traditional norms of governance has earned him both admirers and detractors. Some argue that his zealousness is a breath of fresh air in a landscape rife with bureaucratic red tape, while others caution that his approach may be too radical for the delicate

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the launch of Schools Protection Squad, SPS, in Kano State. The 60-man squad was inaugurated by the Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Gumel, on Thursday at the police command headquarters in Kano. The squad is to protect schools, learning facilities, students and pupils as well as their teachers from kidnappers and armed bandits. Gumel said the SPS was an initiative of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Kayode Ebegtokun to adequately provide a safe environment for schooling and protect both the students and teachers as well as the schools’ facilities and their critical infrastructures. This development is coming few weeks after Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele called on the government to quickly strategize on protecting Nigerian academic institutions as he foresees kidnap attacks. Primate Ayodele has been calling for more security in Nigerian schools but renewed the call after the kidnap incident involving Kaduna pupils. He stated then t

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court Sitting in Abuja, has set aside an order for the arrest of Edison Ehie, Chief of Staff to River State governor, Sim Fubara.  Others also affected by the order are Jinjiri Bala, Happy Bennett, Progress Joseph, Adokiye Oyagiri and Chibuike Peter.  The Chief of Staff and others were dragged before the court for act of terrorism.  Shortly after the charge was filed against them, they were declare But in an order of the court dated April 25, 2024, the court sets aside the order.  According to Justice Nwite, the order was made without jurisdiction.  Justice Nwite said, "That the order made by this Honourable Court on the 31st day of January, 2024 for the Warrant of Arrest of the Defendants/Applicants and to have them declared wanted is made without jurisdiction and same is hereby set aside." Counsel to the respondents, Oluwile Aladedoye, had argued that the court should stay execution of the judgement pending the hearing and determinati

A coalition of 100 Pro-Democracy Groups in Nigeria under the auspices of Good Governance Situation Room has announced that Governors Mohammed Umar Bago of Niger State and Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State are to receive a joint award for "Best Performing Governor of the Year". This was contained in a statement signed by the National Coordinator of the coalition, Comrade Isaac Ikpa, and issued to journalists on Friday in Abuja. Ikpa noted that the coalition selected Governors Bago and Fubara for the award after assessing the achievements of all the governors sworn in on May 29, 2023, in their first year in office. He added that the data for the final awards was collected through various reliable means, including the internet and physical assessments of what is on the ground in all the states. "After assessing what was achieved by all the governors sworn in on May 29, 2023, in the first year of their stewardship, the Good Governance Situation Room, a coalition of 100 reput

The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has underscored the importance of maintaining a clean environment, to combat the spread of malaria. He said this in a statement marking this year’s World Malaria Day, themed: 'Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world'.  The World Health Organization (WHO), had noted that approximately 249 million cases of malaria were reported worldwide in 2022, with an estimated 608,000 deaths, occurring mostly in tropical and sub-tropical regions, and remaining a major global challenge. He said that while malaria was primarily transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes, the prevalence and severity of the disease could be significantly reduced through preventive measures, anchored on a clean environment, as one of the most effective strategies. According to him, "In the fight against malaria, prevention is key. One of the most effective preventive measures is

By Philip Agbese As the dust settles on the newly renovated main Chambers of the National Assembly, a sense of pride and accomplishment fills the air. As I sit down to write this piece, I can’t help but marvel at the transformation that has taken place within the hallowed halls of the National Assembly, all thanks to the indomitable spirit and vision of Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila. The recent renovation of the main Chambers of the National Assembly, which now houses the Representatives and the Senate, is nothing short of a dream come true. The newly established National Assembly Library and Research Centre stands as evidence of the unwavering dedication of Femi Gbajabiamila, the current Chief of Staff to the President. The Book of History was filled again with overwhelming salient paragraphs when the Chief of Staff to the President and immediate past, Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon Femi Gbajabiamila, CFR visits the new National Assembly Library/Resource Centre and the Newly

The Asiwaju Legacy Vanguard (ALV) has raised the alarm over an alleged attempt by Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State and his political godfather Rabiu Kwankwaso to destabilise the administration of President Bola Tinubu.  In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Simon-Peter Adedeji, the group said it made this finding from credible intelligence gathering. Adedeji said the attack on the All Progressives Congress (APC) national chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje, is only a smokescreen in their well-planned agenda. The group noted that Governor Yusuf and Kwankwaso's aim is to infiltrate the APC by blackmailing the current leadership led by Ganduje.  Adedeji added that had they succeeded, they would have moved to the next phase, creating havoc within the APC and ultimately subvert and sabotage the President.  The South-west group further claimed that the pair would go as far as calling for the resignation of President Tinubu just like they did to Ganduje.  However, the youths war

The PDP National Solidarity Vanguard (PDP-NSV) has dismissed the purported suspension of the member representing Andoni/Opobo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Awaji-Inombek Abiante. In a statement signed by its national president Comrade Rowland Ovie, the group described the suspension as unlawful, baseless and something of a child’s play. Ovie said the acclaimed ward executives from Ngor Ward 1, Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State are impostors and not even members of the party.  He added that Abiante is a time-tested party loyalist who has always stood for justice, equity and good governance hence his support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara.  The group, therefore, commended the lawmaker for standing by Governor Fubara who is one of the life-wire of the PDP in Nigeria today. "The purported suspension of Hon. Awaji-Inombek Abiante by some unknown persons claiming to be members of our great party is not only unlawful but laughable," the statem

The Oduduwa Development Congress (ODC) has disputed the claim of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, that he played a significant role in bringing President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to power. The group said Wike's claim is merely a product of his imagination. ODC emphasized that Nigerians, not Wike, made Asiwaju Bola Tinubu their President, and his victory was a reflection of the will of the people. Addressing a press conference in Lagos on Monday, the president of the group, Oluwasanmi Sola stated that the FCT Minister should be grateful to President Tinubu for saving him from political obscurity. According to Sola, Wike's utterances and body language imply insubordination. "The Oduduwa Development Congress wishes to set the record straight that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike didn’t make Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu the President of Nigeria," the statement said. "We would normally ignore Wike's claims as the

The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has asked former Governor Yahaya Bello to heed the advice of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi and submit himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the courts of law to clear himself of allegations of financial malfeasance while in office. This, according to the group, is because the commission has not, in any way, erred but doing its lawful job by asking the former Kogi State's Governor to appear before it for questioning.  The group explained that EFCC is mandated by law to scrutinise and enforce accountability of persons in government positions, which is also in line with the anti-corruption policy of the President Bola Tinubu administration  In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, TMSG described the stand-off between the former Governor and the EFCC as unnecessary, saying it is an affront on the sanctity of the law an

A pro-democracy group,The Democratic Front (TDF) has said that the People's Democratic Party PDP can not arrogate to itself to deliver on the nation’s economy having plunged it into ruins for good sixteen years.  "Imagine a political party that failed woefully and landed the country in its present parlous economic state now pontificating on efforts to revitalize the national economy as if they ever had any clue. "Rather than bury their heads in shame because of the roles the former ruling party played in bringing the country to its knees, they are busy pontificating on the bold initiatives and reforms being initiated by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman Danjuma Mohammed and Secretary Wale Adedayo while reacting to the communique issued by PDP at the end of it National Executive Committee meeting, the TDF argued that   the country has still not recovered from the mindless plundering of the economy in the PDP years.  it said: "The pos

The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has asked former Governor Yahaya Bello to heed the advice of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi and submit himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the courts of law to clear himself of allegations of financial malfeasance while in office. This, according to the group, is because the commission has not, in any way, erred but doing its lawful job by asking the former Kogi State's Governor to appear before it for questioning.  The group explained that EFCC is mandated by law to scrutinise and enforce accountability of persons in government positions, which is also in line with the anti-corruption policy of the President Bola Tinubu administration  In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, TMSG described the stand-off between the former Governor and the EFCC as unnecessary, saying it is an affront on the sanctity of the law an

A pro-democracy group, The Democratic Front (TDF) has said that the People's Democratic Party PDP can not arrogate to itself to deliver on the nation’s economy having plunged it into ruins for good sixteen years. "Imagine a political party that failed woefully and landed the country in its present parlous economic state now pontificating on efforts to revitalize the national economy as if they ever had any clue. "Rather than bury their heads in shame because of the roles the former ruling party played in bringing the country to its knees, they are busy pontificating on the bold initiatives and reforms being initiated by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman Danjuma Mohammed and Secretary Wale Adedayo while reacting to the communique issued by PDP at the end of it National Executive Committee meeting, the TDF argued that the country has still not recovered from the mindless plundering of the economy in the PDP years. it said: "The positi

  The spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke, Mallam Olawale Rasheed has approached the court to initiate contempt of court proceedings against the State Security Service, it's agents and Femi Oyetola, son of the former Governor of Osun State, who is now the Minister of Blue Economy. Rasheed, through his lawyer, Barr. J.A Ayanyemi, had approached the court to obtain a Notice Of Caution Against Court Contempt, sequence to fresh invitation and alleged harassment by the State Security Service. In the suit marked FHC/OS/CS/89/2024 said despite the initial originating summons and court order restraining the 1-3 respondents from inviting, arresting or detaining him, the DSS through its agents are still harassing and threatening him from exercising his fundamental rights. "Take Notice That Unless you respect the dignity of this honorable court by not interfering or taking any step to prejudice the proceedings of this honorable court during the pendency of this action, you may be li

The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations for Good Governance has expressed concern over the harassment of media aides of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, by the State Security Service (SSS) in Abuja. The coalition in a statement signed by its Secretary General, Comrade Olalekan Johnson, said it is unlawful the SSS to force journalists to falsely implicate others. Johnson said it is unprofessional for SSS to harass the journalists including the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mallam Rasheed Olawale. He said: "It has come to our attention that this egregious harassment is being coordinated by the Director of Operations of the SSS, raising serious questions about the agency's impartiality and commitment to upholding democratic principles. "For the purpose of clarity, we are very much aware of the disposition of the Director General of the organisation, Mallam Yusuf Magaji Bichi to professionalism and impartiality within the service and the actions of the Dire

United States of America-based organisations, including the National Union of Ogoni Students International (NUOS INT'L USA), the Center for Democracy, Human Rights, and Anti-Corruption International (CDHRAC INTL USA), and the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP), have reiterated their call for better treatments of the people of Ogoniland in Rivers State by the Federal Government. The groups said that the people of Ogoniland have suffered years of environmental degradation over the years despite the fact that they produce oil, the wealth of the nation. The groups, which used the opportunity to congratulate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his forthcoming first anniversary in office, said that it is not right to kill the chicken that lays the golden egg, adding that they could not continue to suffer in silence and amidst plenty. They emphasised that almost all the previous administrations in the country have done little or nothing to develop Ogoniland, which they said