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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kogi state, says eight school children were rescued unhurt after a 40-feet articulated container fell on two vehicles on Thursday in Lokoja. Samuel Oyedeji, the FRSC sector commander in the state, disclosed this to journalists in Lokoja on Thursday. Mr Oyedeji said that the incident happened at Lokongoma market in the Lokoja metropolis around 5.30 p.m. The two smashed vehicles were: Toyota Corolla car with registration number Kogi LMA 190 AA with no occupant, and a Nissan car with registration number Abuja RSH – 241FH with eight school children. He said that the…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that his birth was delayed due to alleged supernatural influences, describing how his mother endured a challenging 12-month pregnancy.  The former leader made this disclosure during a drama presentation titled “Aremu omo Asabi,” held in memory of his late mother, Mrs. Bernice Obasanjo, 66 years after her passing.  The event took place at the main auditorium of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. According to a statement released by his Media Assistant, Mr. Kehinde Akinyemi, Obasanjo recounted how he was told that witches and wizards were responsible for the…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed that it has invested over $1.5 billion from 2020 to date to safeguard the nation’s oil installations and mitigate crude oil theft.  This was revealed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, during a public hearing by the House of Representatives on crude oil theft.  Represented by the Permanent Secretary, General Services, Maurice Nandi, Akume expressed concern over the significant financial losses caused by oil theft. Highlighting the gravity of the situation, Akume referenced a report by the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), which estimated that over…

The Progressives Governors’ Forum (PGF), representing governors from the All Progressives Congress (APC), has acknowledged the economic difficulties facing Nigerians and appealed for restraint as the government works to address the issues. Speaking after a closed-door meeting on Wednesday night, PGF Chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, urged Nigerian youths to refrain from participating in planned protests, assuring them that the administration’s reforms would ultimately benefit the country. Governor Uzodimma highlighted the challenges faced by President Bola Tinubu’s government, noting that the economic policies and reforms being implemented were encountering “teething problems.”  However, he expressed confidence in the government’s…

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, has affirmed the commission’s readiness and competence to oversee local government (LG) elections across Nigeria.  This announcement follows the recent Supreme Court ruling granting financial autonomy to local governments, marking a potential shift in the electoral landscape. Yakubu made these remarks during a presentation to a Joint National Assembly Committee on Electoral Matters, where he outlined the budget for the upcoming off-cycle elections in Ondo and Edo States.  He stated that INEC, which currently conducts elections in the 62 wards of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), is fully…

President Bola Tinubu has convened a high-level closed-door meeting with key stakeholders on Thursday in a bid to address the growing concerns over the scheduled #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest on August 1.  The meeting, held at the State House in Abuja, brought together top traditional rulers, security officials, and governors from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).  Leading the meeting was Hope Uzodinma, Chairman of the Progressives Governors’ Forum and Governor of Imo State, who was accompanied by several APC governors.  Their presence highlighted the party’s collective interest in ensuring stability and addressing the concerns raised by citizens. Among the prominent traditional…

The Defence Headquarters has issued a stern warning to those planning to mobilise for the #EndBadGovernance protest scheduled from August 1 to 10, 2024.  While affirming the right of citizens to protest, the military emphasised that it would not tolerate any form of violence or anarchy. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, made this statement during a press conference in Abuja.  He highlighted concerns over potential plans by some groups to exploit the protests for destructive purposes, targeting innocent Nigerians and their businesses. “While citizens have the right to peaceful protest, they do not have the right…

By: Quadri Yahya Samuel Gabriel’s plight as a deprived resident of Gbokoto-Isale, in the Yewa-North local government area of Ogun State, made him reflect on God’s intention to have made him and thousands of residents settle in the community. He concluded that God’s plan is innocuous, but the government’s failure to provide basic amenities has adversely affected residents of the communities. “The residents in the area are going through untold hardships, but they have no choice”, Mr. Gabriel said. “They face health challenges as the lack of a hospital is the most challenging problem confronting the residents of over 40…

Daud Olatunji Kaduna Central Senator, Lawal Adamu Usman, has strongly criticized the Kaduna Peace and Tranquility Forum (KPTF) over their recent recall threat, branding their 14-day ultimatum as laughable and a desperate attempt by “meddlesome interlopers.” In a statement released on Wednesday through his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Segun Olatunji, Senator Usman, popularly known as Senator LA, dismissed the KPTF’s demands as baseless and a ploy for political gain by its sponsors.  He urged his constituents and the public to ignore the group’s accusations and remain confident in his performance. Senator Usman, who chairs the Senate Committee on Education…

PR Primus Limited, a leading public relations firm, has lauded the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) for its notable achievements under the leadership of Dr. Ike Neliaku.  The commendation comes as NIPR celebrates 60  years of public relations practice in Nigeria, a milestone that has seen the institute make significant strides in the field. In a statement released by the Managing Director of PR Primus, Mr. Akin Okudero, the firm praised NIPR for its transformative efforts, including unprecedented membership growth and the successful hosting of the inaugural Public Relations Week in Ogun State.  He added that the  institute has…