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The Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, Danladi Isa, has reiterated his commitment to maintaining discipline and professionalism within the force, warning that indiscipline and misconduct will not be tolerated under his leadership. Speaking at the command headquarters in Umuahia while addressing newly recruited Specialist Constables, Isa emphasized the need for integrity and ethical conduct. The recruits, all Abia indigenes with expertise in various fields such as driving, tailoring, information technology, medical services, welding, painting, and the police band, were urged to uphold the dignity of the force. The CP stressed that any act of corruption or unprofessional behavior would…

The House of Representatives has set a date for a public hearing on the controversial tax reform bills, scheduled for Wednesday, February 26, 2025. In October 2024, President Bola Tinubu submitted four tax bills to both the Senate and the House of Representatives, but progress was hindered due to strong resistance, particularly from the northern caucus of the National Assembly. However, after extensive consultations, primarily driven by the Northern Governors’ Forum, the House of Representatives advanced the bills to their second reading last week, agreeing that all disputed provisions would be reviewed during the public hearing. Among the most debated…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called on the new General Officer Commanding (GOC) 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Emmanuel Emekah, to work closely with his administration in combating pipeline vandalism and economic sabotage in the state. Speaking on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by Emekah and his delegation to Government House, Port Harcourt, Fubara stressed the need for cooperation in addressing security challenges, particularly in oil-producing communities. “Our task today is becoming more complex due to individuals who have chosen to be a problem to this country,” Fubara said. “Pipeline vandalism, destruction of gas infrastructure, and…

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…