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Daud Olatunji In a recent press release, the Labour Party has issued a stern warning to those it deems as “mischief makers” and reaffirmed its commitment to upholding democracy in Nigeria. The party in a statement issued by the  National Publicity Secretary Labour Party,Dr. Arabambi Abayomi,expressed concern over unguarded statements made by certain individuals and groups who claim to support their Presidential Candidate, Mr. Peter Gregory Obi. The Labour Party emphasized its dedication to the rule of law and good conduct, distinguishing itself from other political entities in the nation.  It  lamented the ongoing mudslinging and character assassination arising…

Daud Olatunji Access to potable drinking water might become challenging in the coming weeks as there are predictions that Nigeria will experience another flood this year. The National Emergency Management Agency had also received a notification from the Cameroonian government on the gradual opening of the Lagdo Dam in Northern Cameroon which links to Nigeria’s River Benue. By this, excessive flood water can contaminate private water sources like boreholes, wells and springs. UNICEF data says that only 30 per cent of Nigeria has access to free water contaminants. This means 70 per cent of the population, more than 150…

Between August 26 and September 1, 2023, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) reported a staggering 150 crude oil theft incidents, primarily concentrated in Bayelsa, Rivers, Imo, and Delta states.  This revelation was made through a video shared on the company’s official Twitter account on Tuesday, September 5. The report disclosed that during this period, authorities located and dismantled a total of 56 illegal refineries.  Additionally, 22 illegal connections and 9 Vessel AIS Infractions were uncovered.  Law enforcement agencies arrested 16 vehicles related to these incidents, and a total of 7 pipeline vandalism acts were detected. The incidents…

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has reaffirmed its commitment to contribute $25 billion to Africa’s Climate Fund to expedite the shift toward cleaner energy sources. Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina, the bank’s Chief Executive Officer, made this announcement during the ongoing African Climate Summit in Kenya. Dr. Adesina stressed the importance of utilizing Africa’s abundant renewable energy potential while also tapping into its vast natural gas resources to bridge the continent’s energy access gaps. He emphasized that action on climate adaptation at the national level is essential. He stated, “We cannot power Africa with potential. We must truly unlock Africa’s renewable energy…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has stressed its advisory against night journeys for corps members in the wake of the recent abduction of eight corps members in Zamfara State. Eddy Megwa, the NYSC Director of Press and Public Relations, emphasized this precaution during an interview with Channels TV.  The abduction occurred on August 19 when the eight corps members were traveling from Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, to Sokoto State, passing through Zamfara State as part of their mandatory national service. Megwa suggested that the abduction may have been prevented if the corps members had adhered to the NYSC’s warning…

A  middle-aged farmer and hunter, identified as Mr. Claude Tonworio, reportedly took his own life using the Dane gun he used for hunting in the forest. The Oloibiri Community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State is grappling with grief following a tragic incident over the weekend According to local sources, Mr. Tonworio was in the process of transferring his harvested farm produce using a canoe when the incident occurred. The father of six, who also worked as a civil servant, is believed to have taken his own life on August 26. A family source shared details of…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has undergone significant changes, with the redeployment of two Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to different states and the appointment of a new spokesperson. The commission announced the appointment of Sam Olumekun as the new National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee of INEC. He takes over as the spokesperson, succeeding Festus Okoye, whose tenure recently concluded. In his first official statement, Olumekun revealed that INEC has resumed the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in Kogi, Bayelsa, and Imo states, in preparation for the November 11 Governorship Elections in those…

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has begun preparations for the 2024 Hajj, allocating pilgrim slots to participating countries worldwide.  As part of this allocation, Nigeria has secured 95,000 slots for its citizens to partake in the spiritual journey to the Kingdom next year, a significant allotment granted in recognition of Nigeria’s ability to fully utilize its allocation for the 2023 Hajj. The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Alhaji Zikrullah Hassan, made this announcement during an engagement with the heads of state pilgrims’ agencies and leaders of tour operators in Abuja. With the release of the national…

Fawaz Adebisi Operatives of the police command in Sango Ota area of Ogun state have arrested three suspected eiye confraternity members, Dakwo Micheal Jackson, Joel Obieva, and Oluwaseun Bamideke. This was revealed in a statement by the command spokesperson, SP Omolola Odutola, stressing that the arrest was made following a report at the Divisional Command at Sango Ota that some cultists were planning some illegal activities in the area. According to the statement, the anti-robbery team, led by CSP Saleh Dahiru made the arrest at a school in Joju, Ogun state. In his words, the suspects confessed they were part…

 Ogun State witnessed partial compliance with the two-day warning industrial action declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Tuesday, as a diverse range of workers reported for duty at various institutions. At some federal institutions, including the Federal Medical Center in Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, only medical doctors and nurses were present to fulfill their responsibilities, with other workers who are members of the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN) notably absent. The State Hospital in Ijaiye, Abeokuta, remained locked during the strike. However, the strike achieved full compliance at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), where members…