The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the revocation of 762 plots of land belonging to some prominent Nigerians and corporate organisations for failing to pay for the Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-O) of the properties in Abuja. Mr Wike also threatened to withdraw the Rights of Occupancy (R-of-O) of 614 other individuals and companies if they ... Read More »
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“Oyo Government Mourns Ibadan Funfair Tragedy, Mobilizes Rapid Response Team”
The Oyo State Government mourns the tragic loss of lives at a children’s carnival in Ibadan. In a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, a stampede occurred at the private children’s fun fair held at Basorun Islamic High School, leading to loss of lives, mostly children, with some others injured in the early hours of ... Read More »
Death by Hanging for Stealing Fowl: The True Story Behind the Controversy. By Akinwole Olasubomi A.
Upholding the Integrity of the Judiciary and Setting the Record Straight on the Conviction of Olowookere Segun and Morakinyo Sunday The Osun State Government’s recent consideration of the prerogative of mercy for convicted individuals has drawn significant attention and have invariably stirred public opinion based on incomplete or misleading narratives. While this action demonstrates the government’s commitment to exercising compassion ... Read More »
Police Respond to Falana’s Demand: Dismissed Officer Vincent Makinde Was Escaping Justice
Debunks Allegation of Inhumane Treatment, Justifies Use of Leg Restraints The Nigeria Police Force is aware of a viral video of one Vincent Makinde in leg restraint claiming he is an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) detained without cause, and a subsequent demand of his release by the renowned legal luminary and Human Rights Activist, Mr Femi Falana, Senior Advocate ... Read More »
LSSTF POSTPONES TOWN HALL MEETING ON SECURITY WITH GOVERNOR TO DECEMBER 19
Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) has announced the postponement of its “Annual Town Hall Meeting on Security with the Governor” initially slated for Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the Lagos House, Governor’s office, Alausa, Ikeja to Thursday December 19. The Executive Secretary/CEO of the Fund, Dr. Abdurrazaq Balogun, who expressed deep regret for the latest postponement, said it was ... Read More »
INEC Recognizes Sylvester Ezeokenwa as APGA Chairman Following Supreme Court Verdict
The Commission met today, Tuesday 17th December 2024. Among other issues, the meeting discussed the leadership issue in the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) which has been the subject of litigation. The Commission has been served with the judgement of the Supreme Court with Appeal No. SC/CV/824/2024 APGA & ANOR vs OYE & ORS, delivered on 27th November 2024 recognising ... Read More »
Ondo AG Warns Land Grabbers: Government Declares War on Illegal Land Deals
Ondo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo SAN, OON, has issued a stern warning to land grabbers in the State, emphasizing the government’s determination to eradicate this unlawful activity. Dr. Ajulo revealed that Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, by Executive Order 4-2024, has kickstarted war against land-grabbers as a task force will be commissioned to tackle illegal ... Read More »
First Lady Advocates for Elderly Care, Distributes N1.9 Billion in Grants and Medical Support
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has urged the elderly to prioritize their heath and spend quality time with their loved ones. She stated this at the 2nd edition of the renewed Hope Initiative, RHI Elderly Support Scheme RHEISS. The programme which is held in all the States of the Federation including the FCT and for Veterans has the ... Read More »
“Brotherly Love Takes Center Stage at 2024 Nine Lessons and Carols in Aso Rock”
The annual Nine Lessons and Carols Service, themed “Immanuel, Our Restorer of Hope,” has been held at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja. The gathering of notable Nigerians and leaders of faith featured scripture readings by personalities, including General Yakubu Gowon (retd), Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, Minister of the Federal ... Read More »
SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS NETWORK OF ROADS WITH BRIDGE IN ALIMOSHO
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday commissioned Babafemi Dada with a bridge and the Yinka Folarin, Jamiu Lawal and Shalom Academy network of roads in the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos. The Governor said the commissioning of the project is another fulfillment of his administration’s commitment to fostering sustainable development through the continuous provision of efficient infrastructure, ... Read More »