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Aminat Gusanu President Bola Tinubu assured Nigerians on Tuesday that there would be no increase in petroleum product prices, despite the push by some oil marketers to raise the current N617 per litre to N720. President Tinubu’s assurances were conveyed to journalists at the Presidential Villa in Abuja by his special adviser on media and publicity, Ajuri Ngelale. He disclosed that the president is taking steps to rectify inefficiencies within the petroleum industry. Recall that the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) had threatened to initiate an indefinite nationwide strike if the prices of PMS increased beyond the current rates. The…

Fawaz Adebisi The Magistrate Court in Isabo has re-incarcerated a man, Azeez Adetola, despite his earlier grant of bail. Adetola had initially appeared in court on the 19th of July, 2023, on charges of stealing a sum of N1 million belonging to one Lateef Olawale. It was alleged that the defendant deceitfully obtained the money, claiming he intended to invest it in a business. However, he pleaded not guilty to the charges. Consequently, the court ordered him to repay the money. While in prison, he paid a sum of N420,000 and was subsequently granted bail. Adetola therefore said he’ll pay…

Fawaz Adebisi Prominent nationalists and dedicated patriots, Professor Olutayo Adesina and Dr. Yemi Farounbi, speaking as panelists during the monthly “Boiling Point Arena” interview discourse, have jointly voiced their concerns over Nigeria’s current state, branding it as a confused nation that requires substantial transformation. The event, which held on Tuesday through a broadcast live on Sweet 107.1FM, a radio station based in Abeokuta, and virtually via Google Meet, the interview garnered a substantial global audience, had it’s keynote address delivered by the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba Prof Saka Matemilola. The “Boiling Point Arena” discourse, now in its 10th iteration,…

Adejoke Adebiyi Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Lekan Adeniran as his new Chief Press Secretary (CPS), succeeding Kunle Somorin, who held the position during the governor’s first term. The announcement was made on Tuesday through a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Tokunbo Talabi. Talabi explained that Adeniran possesses extensive qualifications, being a Mass Communication graduate with a remarkable journalistic career spanning over three decades. The statement highlighted that Lekan Adeniran embarked on his journalism journey in 1992 at The Guardian. During this time, he reported on significant events, including the proceedings…

Fawaz Adebisi Tragedy struck early on Tuesday, resulting in the loss of two lives in separate incidents along the Lagos-Ibadan highway. According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the first collision occurred at midnight near Heyden Petrol Station and involved two adult males. Florence Okpe, the spokesperson for FRSC in Ogun, emphasized that one person lost their life in the accident, while the second individual emerged unharmed. Okpe revealed that the vehicle involved in the incident was unidentifiable, suggesting a potential hit-and-run case. The deceased’s body was transported to the Idera morgue in Sagamu. The second incident took…

Adejoke Adebiyi The Traditional Council of Old-Netim Community in Cross River State is urging the police authorities to release a group of 25 youths who were arrested approximately two months ago. The arrests followed allegations of their involvement in the tragic death of an elderly woman, Mrs. Martina Okey. Reportedly, she was accused of being a witch responsible for the deaths of several young individuals. This incident prompted Governor Bassey Otu to order the arrest and prosecution of all parties implicated in the gruesome murder. The Council, led by Chairman and Clan Head H.R.H. Ntufam Augustine Nyong Orok, along…

Adejoke Adebiyi The Ondo State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) asserts that individuals who cast their votes for President Bola Tinubu are now lamenting and regretting their decision.  In a statement issued from Akure and endorsed by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Kennedy Peretei, Chairman Fatai Adams expressed that the initial months of the presidency have led to significant hardships for Nigerians. This statement was in response to Ade Adetimehin, the Ondo State chairperson of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), who suggested that the PDP had faded into insignificance. It was gathered that Adams contended that the…

Aminat Gusanu Security expert Colonel Hassan Stan-Labo (retd.) has revealed that the possession of firearms by non-state actors fuels banditry, kidnapping, terrorism, and other forms of violence in Nigeria. Drawing from his extensive expertise, Stan-Labo highlighted the pressing concern of individuals openly carrying firearms in public spaces without facing legal consequences. He emphasized that this alarming trend contributes significantly to a security threat that cannot be ignored. Furthermore, Stan-Labo highlighted the dire consequences of non-state actors wielding automatic weapons, which poses a direct challenge to the state’s authority over firearm possession. He affirmed that the ability to brandish…

The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has shed light on the frequent disagreements that arise between state governors and their deputies, citing a variety of reasons for this issue. Ganduje’s remarks came amidst a backdrop of ongoing tensions between Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, and his deputy, Philip Shaibu. Speaking at the APC’s national secretariat in Abuja during a visit by a forum of former deputy governors, Ganduje attributed the root cause of these conflicts to the influence of sycophants within the political landscape. Drawing from his own experience as a…

The Ogun State government has unveiled a steadfast commitment to electrify rural areas as part of a strategic initiative aimed at curbing the increasing rural-urban migration trend. This ambitious endeavour is not only anticipated to enhance the quality of life for rural residents but also to foster economic growth within these communities. Announcing the initiative, Adetayo Adewale, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Rural Development, emphasized the state’s unwavering dedication to ensuring a continuous supply of electricity to rural regions. Adewale highlighted the installation of solar street-lights in locations such as Temidire Ogbonselu in Ayetoro and Biotiku Ashipa in…