Author: Abimbola Ogunnaike

A 20-year-old woman named Rakiya Ya’u is presently in the custody of the Bauchi State Police Command for allegedly orchestrating the killing of her father-in-law, whom she accused of practicing witchcraft, blaming him for her son’s death last year. Operatives of the command discovered the body of the victim in a bush between Wuro Dangogo and Sarma village of Misau Local Government Area. The state Commissioner of Police, Auwal Musa Muhammad, who made this disclosure at the Police Headquarters on Yandoka Road, stated that the victim, identified as Damina Lamba, was found lifeless with signs of a violent head injury. According to…

Former British Business Secretary, Kemi Badenoch, has been named the new leader of the Conservative Party. This follows her victory over Robert Jenrick in the final round of voting. With her victory, Badenoch, who was raised in Nigeria, has now become the first black woman to lead a major political party in the United Kingdom. The 44-year-old takes over from Rishi Sunak as leader of the opposition after winning 53,806 votes against 41,388 for Jenrick. The result was announced by the party on the morning of Saturday, 2 November, 2024. During her campaign, Badenoch promised to return the Conservatives to…

The Ezinano community in Awka South Local Government Area Anambra State on Saturday, 2 November, 2024 announced a N10 million reward for any useful information that would enable the police nab suspected cultists for killing over 20 persons in the area. Recall that the Nibo incident, which occurred two weeks ago was followed by that of Ifite, a neighbouring community, where seven persons were also killed under similar circumstance The leader of the Ezinano community Mr Jeff Nweke, announced the reward on Saturday, 2 November, 2024 during the town’s empowerment programme at the community Square in Awka. “We are donating the sum…

The Chairman of the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission(OGSIEC), Babatunde Osibodu, has said the Commission is not under any obligation to consult political parties or candidates before fixing an election date. Osibodu stated this on Friday, 1 November, 2024 at the Commission’s headquarters in Oke-Ilewo, Abeokuta, the state capital Thegazellenews.com recalls that 16 political parties, including the Peoples Democratic Party of Nigeria, Labour Party, African Democratic Party, and ADC, amongst others, had in suit number AB/577/2024 challenged the imposition of administrative charges and the timetable released by OGSIEC. Osibodu stressed that the High Court ruling in Abeokuta, upheld OGSIEC’s authority…

The Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), has alleged that electoral materials for the conduct of LGA elections in Cross River have been hijacked by the ruling All Progressives Congress, (APC). The allegation was made by PDP candidates in the Saturday elections in Yakurr and Obudu councils, Mrs Jennifer Usani and Mr Emmanuel Asinde, respectively. They decried the absence of voting materials in their respective LGAs as at the time of filling this report for the election that was scheduled to commence at 8:00 am. The PDP candidates said that not only was there absence of materials, there was no semblance of any…

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS)has announced that servicing National Youth Service Corps members can apply for its ongoing recruitment exercise. FIRS disclosed made this disclosure through a statement issued statement through its official X account on the night of Friday, 1 November, 2024. The government agency explained that corps members who will be passing out before 31st December, 2024 can apply. The service said the deadline for applications remained 14 November, 2024. “Serving Corp Members who would be passing out before 31st December, 2024 can apply. “CITN membership would be an added advantage for interested candidates. “Application closes November…

Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has disclosed that in the last one year in office, he signed 18 executive bills into law. Nwifiru also disclosed that his administration employed 150 judicial staff to boost manpower needs of the judiciary in the state. He made this known at the high court premises during this year’s 2024/2025 legal week of the state judiciary, with the theme, ‘Law as an Instrument for Social Engineering’. He described the judiciary as the lasting beacon of hope, fairness and justice to all citizens. Nwifuru enjoined members of the judiciary to continue to meet the demands of…

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has refuted recent reports suggesting that minors arrested during the August 2024 “EndBadGovernance” protests were detained in adult custodial facilities in Abuja. A statement issued on Saturday, 2 November, 2024, by the NCoS Public Relations Officer, Umar Abubakar, stated that none of the juvenile suspects were admitted to any adult correctional centres, as claimed in some reports. Abubakar said: “There are misleading reports making the rounds in some sections of the media purporting that the suspects who were arraigned before Justice Obiora Egwuatu at the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, for treason, during the End…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Corps (NSCDC) has arrested in Abuja a notorious street-lights vandal around the Ugandan embassy at the Central Business District of the capital city. The suspect was arrested at about 2 30am after a tip off on recurring activities of vandals in that vicinity which led to 24 hours surveillance by men of the Command. The operatives of the FCT Command who swooped in on them while they were digging out the armoured cables after disconnecting the street lights from the power source putting the whole area in the dark. Mr Abubakar Abdulmumuni, 29 years old…

The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has an expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his sincere and dedicated efforts in advancing the livestock sector and its associated value chains. The association in a statement signed on Friday by its National President, Hon. Khalil Bello said: “Historically, the livestock sector in Nigeria has faced neglect, largely due to the focus on oil revenues since the end of the first republic. Despite past promises from previous administrations, no substantial measures were implemented to address this imbalance between arable and livestock farming. “Under President Tinubu’s leadership, significant strides…

Constituency Forum has concluded plans to hold the annual constituency Award Dinner and Night on December 20, 2024. The Constituency Forum is body comprising residents of Ejigbo Local Council Development Area (ELCDA) and Isolo Local Council Development Area (ILCDA) in Lagos State. A statement issued on Saturday by the Chairman, Planning Committee, Mr Lasisi Idris, said the event is to celebrate the achievements and exceptional contributions of individuals and organisations to the growth and development of the Oshodi/Isolo Constituency 2. Idris explained that the event is expected to attract personalities from all works of life including Business, Community Development, Education,…

Shell companies in Nigeria teamed up with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other stakeholders to build Information Communication Technology (ICT) centres and a digital library in Nigerian universities this year in their continuing support for education. Shell Nigeria Exploration Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) and NNPC in collaboration with the Nigerian Content Monitoring and Development Board (NCDMB) launched a digital library at Niger Delta University, Amassoma in Bayelsa State in April, while an ICT centre was commissioned at the Sa’adu Zungur University (formerly Bauchi State University), Gadau in Bauchi State in July, by The Shell Petroleum Development Company…

Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu, representing Eti-Osa constituency 02, has taken steps to bring attention to neuro- developmental disorders, including autism, in an initiative designed to provide support to families involved. In collaboration with Cradle Lounge, Patrick Speech and Language Centre, Pure Souls Learning Foundation and the GOY Foundation, the four-day free outreach programme aims to assist children with various neurodivergent conditions by offering therapy, counseling to parents and guardians, and ongoing support. Speaking on the importance of the programme, Hon. Yishawu expressed concern about the growing prevalence of neurodevelopmental disorders. “It used to be that one in every hundred children had…

A former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has condemned the ruling of a Federal High Court seizing the monthly allocations accruing to Rivers State, describing it as a sinister plot to sack Governor Siminalayi Fubara from office. Frank in a statement described the court decision as one of the scripts to either force Fubara to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) or be removed from office. He also called on the international community to wade in the crisis by prevailing on the President to stop his plot to remove Fubara or compel him…

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has expressed optimism for investment in energy distribution and a new hydro power project in the State. He also highlighted the collaborative spirit necessary to realize the ambitious Taraba Development Master Plan 2024. Kefas stated these during a business meeting with stakeholders and the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) which took place at the esteemed T. Y Danjuma House in Asokoro District, Abuja. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was also signed between the Taraba State Government and CCECC, marking the beginning of a new era of development and partnership that promises to propel…

First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called on Nigerian Women to rally round other women seeking for elective positions, encourage them and actively support them. She spoke at the All Progressives Congress (APC) Women National Summit and Dialogue in Abuja with the theme, ‘Empowering APC Women for Leadership and Nation Building’. The event had in attendance the Wife of the Vice President of Nigeria, First Lady of the Gambia, National Assembly members, State First Ladies, Deputy Governors, Women Leaders of the APC from across Nigeria and members of the diplomatic community. Senator Oluremi Tinubu…

Ologba of Ogba, HRM Oba Abdulateef Oladimeji Egbeyemi, Madarikan 1, has urged the Awori to take an active part in politics. Oba Egbeyemi, who spoke with selected journalists when he visited the family of the late former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Rafiu Jafojo yesterday, said it took him nine years and eight months to ascend to the throne of his forebears. During the waiting period, Oba Egbeyemi said he never for once got angry nor abused anyone because Alhaji Jafojo taught him to be patient no matter the situation. Explaining the reason for the visit, he said, “This…

Leading advertising agency network, Dentsu Nigeria has once again proven its leadership in the marketing communications industry by securing multiple prestigious accolades at the 2024 Brand Com Awards hosted by the Brand Com Magazine in Lagos. The agency, for the second consecutive time in 2024, proudly claimed the Most Outstanding Marketing Communications Group Award, according to a statement by Dentsu Nigeria’s Corporate Communications Manager, Olalekan Raji. These recognitions came on the heels of the agency network’s innovative strategies and commitment to delivering exceptional client results. This accolade underscores Dentsu Nigeria’s unwavering dedication to excellence and creativity in the ever-evolving landscape…

A 58-year-old man named Bamidele Omolayo has committed suicide in Igburowo town, Odigbo Local Council Area of Ondo State, after consuming a chemical substance and pesticide, commonly known as snipper. The lifeless body of the 58-year-old deceased man was discovered when an octogenarian in the community raised an alarm. According to sources, before ending his life, the deceased had a minor argument with a member of his family and threatened, after which he threatened to terminate his own life. One of the sources, who did not want his name in print, stated “I was told that he was engaged in…

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, IPMAN, on Friday, 1November, 2024 claimed that its members make only about N350,000 profit from a truck load of fuel which costs about N50 million. IPMAN said it is tired of name calling by Nigerians following the back and forth exchanges between it and Dangote Refinery. The National Assistant Secretary of IPMAN, Yakubu Suleiman, stated this on Friday, 1 November, 2024 Yakubu Suleiman, while fielding questions on Arise Television’s Morning Show programme. Suleman claimed the marketers are truly patriotic to Nigerians, adding that people would praise IPMAN if they understand the whole dynamics…