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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly condemned the invasion of the Lagos State House of Assembly by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), describing the action as utterly reprehensible and a threat to democracy. Reacting to the development in a statement on his Facebook page on Monday, Atiku demanded a full and thorough investigation into the incident, which he said undermines the sanctity of democratic institutions. “The viral video of armed security operatives invading the Lagos State House of Assembly is utterly reprehensible and stands condemned. It must be subjected to a full and thorough investigation,” he…

The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees, Adolphus Wabara, has expressed the party’s desire to have Governor Alex Otti of Abia State return to its fold. Speaking at the International Conference Centre (ICC) in Umuahia, the state capital, Wabara praised Otti’s developmental efforts, describing them as evidence-based and non-partisan. He stated that the PDP would welcome the governor back into the party. “Politics ends after campaigns and elections, then governance begins. Even a blind man can see what is happening in Abia,” Wabara said. “Governor, continue to do well. Our ancestors in Abia are with you,…

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has dismissed claims by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, regarding President Bola Tinubu’s re-election prospects in 2027, insisting that the North remains solidly behind the president. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, Matawalle described Lawal’s remarks as a deliberate attempt to create division, stressing that President Tinubu has made notable strides in governance, particularly in security, infrastructure, and economic reforms. “The North remains steadfast in its support for President Tinubu,” Matawalle said. “Any insinuation to the contrary is an attempt to sow discord and undermine…

Tension escalated in Osun State on Monday as clashes between members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led to gunfire, leaving two people feared shot in Boripe Local Government Area. The crisis erupted following the resumption of reinstated APC council executives, a move that has deepened the ongoing political rift between Governor Ademola Adeleke and the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola. The dispute stems from the recent Court of Appeal ruling reinstating sacked APC executives. According to reports, APC officials resumed office early in the day, celebrating their return and asserting…

A violent confrontation has erupted between Boko Haram and its splinter faction, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), just two weeks after a failed reconciliation effort. The latest clash took place in Abadam Local Government Area, Borno State, an area long plagued by hostilities between the two groups. Counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama reported that the battle occurred on Friday, February 14, 2025, near ISWAP strongholds in the Toumbun Gini and Toumbun Ali villages within the Lake Chad Basin. According to Makama, ISWAP suffered heavy casualties during the water-based confrontation. He also cautioned that the violence could spread to Kukawa…

The United States has initiated deportation proceedings for Nigerian nationals, with 85 individuals set to arrive in Lagos while 116 others remain in detention across various U.S. immigration centers. Expressing concern over the process, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has urged U.S. authorities to adopt a more humane approach to deportations. In a statement issued on Sunday through her media aide, Magnus Eze, Odumegwu-Ojukwu confirmed that 201 Nigerians are currently in U.S. immigration detention, with 85 already cleared for repatriation. She emphasized the Federal Government’s call for adherence to internationally recognized deportation protocols. Reiterating the…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is solidifying its presence in Southern Kaduna with the defection of several prominent politicians in the region, the BAT Ideological Group (BIG) has said. In a statement released by its Executive Director, Chief Atoyebi Bamidele, the group welcomed the defectors, describing their decision as a step in the right direction. BIG, a support group for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, commended Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani for his inclusive governance approach, which, according to the group, has reversed the historical neglect and security challenges in Southern Kaduna. “Success has many relatives, while failure is an orphan.…

Leading law firm, Law Freight Attorneys, is set to mark its 5th anniversary with a high-profile webinar addressing one of Nigeria’s most pressing economic issues: the ongoing Tax Reform Bill Impasse. The virtual event, scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 3:30 PM, will feature top legal and economic experts discussing the implications of the stalled bill on businesses, economic growth, and national development. With the uncertainty surrounding Nigeria’s tax landscape, the webinar aims to provide clarity and strategic insights for business owners, policymakers, and legal professionals navigating the evolving fiscal environment. Key Discussion Points: ✅ The Tax Reform Bill…

A tragic accident claimed the lives of eight people on Sunday, February 16, at Amala, Ngor-Okpala Local Government Area of Imo State. The crash involved a Toyota Camry (EPE 541 JO) and a Hyundai Santa Fe (AAA 212 CD), with all occupants of both vehicles losing their lives at the scene. Confirming the incident on Monday, the Imo State Police Command’s spokesman, DSP Henry Okoye, stated that police operatives from the Ngor-Okpala Divisional Headquarters responded swiftly to manage the situation. “The tragic accident occurred around 6:45 PM, and unfortunately, all eight occupants of the vehicles died on the spot, leaving…

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly in the early hours of Monday, securing the premises in Alausa, Ikeja. The heavy security presence was reportedly to maintain order amid the ongoing leadership crisis. Speaker Mojisola Meranda arrived at the Assembly complex with her convoy at approximately 11:15 AM, after which lawmakers reaffirmed their confidence in her leadership as they prepared for plenary. The security deployment follows the January 13, 2025 removal of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa by 32 out of 40 lawmakers while he was in the United…