Nobel laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka has dismissed external pressure to evaluate President Bola Tinubu’s administration, asserting that he will only speak when he has something meaningful to say. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Monday, Soyinka rejected calls for him to assess Tinubu’s government strictly based on a one-year milestone, which ended on…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially received a recall petition against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, marking a significant political development in Kogi Central Senatorial District. Over 200,000 Signatures Submitted for Recall Process The petition, submitted on Monday and received by INEC Secretary Rose Oriaran-Anthony, reportedly contains signatures from more than half of the registered…
A jailbreak at the Federal Correctional Center in Koton Karfe, Kogi State, has resulted in the escape of 12 inmates, the state government confirmed on Monday. In a statement, Kogi’s Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, described the incident as “unfortunate” while commending the swift response of security agencies in managing the situation….
The Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, has criticized Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), over his remarks on President Bola Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration in Rivers State. Kwankwaso had condemned the move as unconstitutional, warning that it could set a…
Pope Francis has returned to the Vatican after spending over five weeks at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital due to severe pneumonia. The 88-year-old pontiff, looking visibly tired, waved to a crowd from a hospital balcony before departing in a wheelchair. Pope Francis’ Health Update Doctors confirmed that the Catholic leader faced “very critical” moments during his…
Juventus FC has officially sacked Thiago Motta as the Men’s First Team coach following a string of disappointing performances in Serie A. The club confirmed the decision in an official statement released on Sunday, March 24, thanking Motta for his commitment while announcing his replacement, Igor Tudor. Juventus Official Statement on Motta’s Sacking The club’s…
A prominent group within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Conference of Professionals (CP-PDP), has thrown its weight behind Sunday Ude-Okoye as the party’s National Secretary. In a statement made available to Naija Blog Daily, the group, led by its Protem National Coordinator, Barr. Obinna Nwachukwu reaffirmed its support for Ude-Okoye following a thorough review…
In a landmark ruling, the Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, has lifted an earlier order restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from proceeding with the recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The court affirmed that the process is constitutionally valid, reinforcing the civic rights of her constituents in Kogi Central Senatorial District….
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has assured that the ongoing reconstruction of the Rivers State Assembly Complex will be completed on schedule. During an inspection visit on Saturday, he urged the contractor, Monier Construction Company (MCC) Limited, to expedite work and ensure timely delivery as outlined in the contract agreement. The Assembly…
The recent re-arraignment of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been described as a new chapter in Nigeria’s judiciary, signaling a shift towards reconciliation and justice. Abuja-based lawyer, Christopher Chidera, commended the fair and tension-free proceedings that took place last Friday before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High…
