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The youth wing of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, has condemned the escape of suspects arrested in connection with the murder of Anambra lawmaker, Hon. Justice Azuka, describing it as unacceptable. The Anambra State Police Command had earlier confirmed the escape of two suspects linked to the kidnapping and killing of the lawmaker. However, in a statement on Wednesday, the National President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, dismissed the police explanation as embarrassing, suspicious, and unacceptable. “It is inconceivable that suspects of this caliber could escape from custody,” Okwu said, insisting…

Phrank Shaibu, Special Assistant to former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has criticized President Bola Tinubu for allegedly misleading Nigerians with what he described as “phony statistics”. Shaibu also accused the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) of becoming a political tool, questioning how Nigeria’s unemployment rate reportedly dropped from 33.3% to 5% after the agency rebased its methodology. His reaction followed a statement by Tinubu’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, who claimed that Nigeria’s economy was improving under the president’s leadership. Onanuga cited a speech from April 2024, in which Tinubu assured Nigerians that inflation and other economic challenges…

The Executive Director of Projects Implementation at the Federal Housing Authority, Remi Omowaiye, has accused Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke of instigating the ongoing political crisis in the state. Omowaiye alleged that the governor was plotting to set the state on fire, citing the violent clashes between supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which have reportedly left at least eight people dead. The crisis escalated on Monday following an attempt by elected APC local government officials to resume office at various council secretariats. Speaking on Arise TV on Wednesday, Omowaiye claimed he narrowly…

A Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo, has rejected an ex-parte application by Senator Samuel Anyanwu, the embattled National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), seeking to stop the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognizing his removal. Rather than grant the request, Justice Ekwo ordered Anyanwu to notify INEC and other defendants in the suit, allowing them to present their positions in court. Anyanwu had approached the court on Wednesday, urging it to restrain INEC or its agents from acknowledging any correspondence from the PDP that was not signed by him. His…

The immediate past National Publicity Secretary of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Alex Ogbonnia, has described the deaths of Chief Edwin Clark, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, and Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu as the end of an era in Nigeria’s political landscape. Ogbonnia likened the trio to the “Three Musketeers,” emphasizing their shared belief that restructuring was essential for Nigeria’s survival. He noted that they were committed to key national issues, including fiscal federalism, the rule of law, constitutionalism, prudent leadership, social justice, and inter-ethnic harmony. Chief Edwin Clark, a prominent Niger Delta leader and the National Leader of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum…

Chairmen and councillors elected in the October 15, 2022, local government election in Osun State resumed at 14 local government secretariats across the state on Wednesday. As of 10 a.m., the officials, accompanied by numerous members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), had resumed at secretariats in Ila, Ede South, Ife Central, Ife East, Ife North, Ilesa East, Ilesa West, Boripe, Oriade, and Obokun. Others include Ejigbo, Iwo, Ayedire, and Boripe. Former Special Adviser to the Governor on Education, Jamiu Olawumi, confirmed the resumption and noted that no incidents of violence had been recorded. “We have 14 as of 10…

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has strongly denied reports alleging financial infractions within the organization, dismissing them as false, misleading, and malicious. In a statement released yesterday, the board described the claims as a deliberate attempt to tarnish its reputation and divert attention from its mandate. It reaffirmed its commitment to integrity, professionalism, and transparency in carrying out its responsibilities. “The Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Engr. Felix Ogbe, remains dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, patriotism, and professionalism in leading the board,” the statement read. According to the board, Ogbe is focused on supporting President Bola…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Kaduna State University (KASU) branch, has declared an indefinite strike over unresolved welfare concerns. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the union’s chairman, Peter Adamu, and secretary, Peter Waziri, confirmed that the decision was approved by ASUU’s National Executive Council. The statement emphasized that the strike is “total, comprehensive, and indefinite”. ASUU cited the Kaduna State government’s failure to provide concrete commitments on resolving outstanding entitlements. The union rejected the government’s promises, describing them as lacking substance, specific details, and actionable timelines. Key grievances include the non-payment of withheld salaries, Earned Academic Allowances…

At least 50 people narrowly escaped death on Tuesday following a gunpowder explosion at a market in Talata-Mafara, Zamfara State. Several victims sustained varying degrees of injuries and were initially rushed to the General Hospital, Talata-Mafara, before being transferred to Usman Danfodiyo Teaching Hospital, Sokoto, due to inadequate medical facilities. A medical worker at the Talata-Mafara hospital confirmed that the injuries were severe, necessitating their evacuation to Sokoto for advanced treatment. A local source revealed that the explosion was triggered when a locally made gun accidentally discharged, igniting a powdered substance sold for traditional gun users. The source explained that…

The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed allegations that it sponsored thugs to attack members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday, February 15, 2025. In a statement, PDP Publicity Secretary Haliru Andi challenged the APC to provide concrete evidence to substantiate its claims, urging the opposition party to convince the people of Zamfara with verifiable proof. Responding to inquiries via WhatsApp, Andi emphasized that the APC must prove its allegations beyond a reasonable doubt by naming those allegedly responsible within the PDP and presenting evidence linking the attackers to the ruling party. He…