Wole Arisekola, publisher of The Street Journal, has attributed the recent rise in terrorism in Nigeria to political miscalculations and tribal dynamics within the nation’s security architecture. In a commentary from London, Arisekola cited a conversation with a serving Nigerian military officer abroad, who warned that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s appointment of Mallam Nuhu Ribadu […]
The Benue State Police Command has announced the arrest of three suspected child traffickers and the rescue of six minors during a targeted operation along the Orokam–Enugu highway. According to a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Edet Udeme, police operatives intercepted a vehicle conveying the three female suspects, all residents of Umude Oka […]
Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide, David Oyedepo, has strongly criticised the escalating violence, killings, and abductions across the country, warning that Nigeria will not succumb to forces attempting to undermine its unity or religious freedom. The cleric made the remarks on Sunday during the 4th Pre-Shiloh Encounter Service at the Faith Tabernacle, where […]
The Anambra State Police Command has introduced heightened security measures across educational and religious institutions as part of efforts to forestall potential threats and maintain a safe atmosphere for learning and worship. The directive was issued by the Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, according to a statement released on Sunday by the Command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu […]
The Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA) on Sunday distributed relief items to Internally Displaced Persons in Kufai Ahmadu and Chanchanji communities of Takum Local Government Area, following a series of violent assaults that have forced thousands from their homes. The Chanchanji area has witnessed severe destruction in the past month, with reports indicating that […]
In a joyful development, Edo State legislator Natasha Irobosa Osawaru and superstar musician Innocent “2Baba” Idibia have welcomed their first child together — a baby girl. The announcement immediately sparked widespread congratulations from fans, supporters, and the general public. The news was confirmed when Natasha shared her excitement about the arrival of their […]
STATEMENT FROM THE ACCOUNTABILITY AND POLICY MONITORING GROUP The Accountability and Policy Monitoring Group finds it necessary to respond to the misleading and factually inaccurate statement issued by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar regarding the addition of Xpress Payments into the FIRS revenue collection system. Atiku’s claims are built on a false narrative and risk […]
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FIRS Debunks Atiku Abubakar’s Claims, Warns Against Politicising Tax Administration The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has noted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s recent comments regarding the appointment of Xpress Payments as one of the channels used in the Treasury Single Account (TSA) revenue collection system. His […]
The Kebbi State Government has accused Senator Garba Maidoki of misrepresenting security conditions and ongoing development projects, describing his recent remarks as an attempt to undermine efforts to stabilise troubled communities. In a statement issued on Sunday, Abdullahi Idris, Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy to Governor Nasir Idris, said the senator’s claims about widespread […]
Political commentator Reno Omokri has dismissed comparisons between jailed IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, and Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, known as Igboho, describing the argument as misguided and unsupported by facts. In a strongly worded statement, Omokri said attempts to equate both men in discussions about treason prosecutions ignore clear distinctions in their conduct and […]
