The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has condemned the recent gruesome killing of 16 traveling hunters in Edo State, who were mistook for kidnappers. The Executive Secretary of the Commission Dr. Tony Ojukwu expressed deep concern over the horrific incident, which highlights the dangers of mob justice and the urgent need for effective law enforcement and respect for human rights. He said: “We commend Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, for his swift and decisive action in suspending the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP Friday Ibadin (Rtd.), and banning all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state, but…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
. By Moshood Isamotu Sir Michael Otedola ruled Lagos State as its ninth Governor between 1992 and 1993. His brief statesmanship was considered momentous enough to have a popular bridge called Otedola Bridge named after him. The former Governor’s reign now seems to be more remembered by the Bridge than whatever achievements his administration made. However, the bridge is presently known more for being a black spot, short of calling it a killing field for commuters through auto crashes that occur there regularly. Otedola Bridge has cut short many lives in contrast to the quiet life of Baba Oteola, nicknamed…
A few weeks after he met with the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Barr Chijioke Edeoga has finally returned to the party. Edeoga left the PDP after the party’s primary election, and defected to the Labour Party, LP, where he put up a strong fight against the then candidate of the PDP, and now Governor Peter Mbah. However, the PDP chairman in the state, Hon Martin Chukwunweike visited Edeoga in his Enugu home and prevailed on him to return to his political family, the PDP. Prior to the visit by the PDP leadership, the APC in the state…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has warned that he will remove form office any traditional ruler in whose domain violence re-occurs. This is as Governor Adeleke warned of stern state action against traditional rulers of Ifon, Erin Osun and Ilobu communities if they fail to sustain current peace and de-escalation of the crisis in their communities. Governor Adeleke’s warning was contained in a statement issued by Olawale Rasheed, his spokesperson, on Monday, 31 March, 2025 in Osogbo, the state capital. It was gathered that the warning was issued against the backdrop of online reports that some faceless groups across the…
Famous American rapper, Kanye West, has urged his colleagues to learn from Nigerian afrobeats artists, Jewish investors, Chinese and Indian tech gurus. In a recent interview with DJ Akademiks, West criticised American rappers, claiming they often lack understanding of the legal and business aspects of music and rely on foreigners for assistance in those areas. “None of these n*ggas [rappers] are as smart as me. I can’t say for at the least, the tech dudes. That’s some other sh*t. But artists are dumb, bro. It’s like, they can’t even f*cking count, bro. Jewish people and lawyer run their whole sh*t…
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has paid a condolence visit to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, over the killings of travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State. The Governor was at the Maitama residence of the Deputy President of the Senate in Abuja on Monday, 31 March, 2025 over the sad development. A mob had intercepted the innocent travellers who were on their way to Kano State for Sallah celebrations, ransacked their vehicle and gruesomely murdered them on Thursday, 27 March, 2025. The victims who were hunters are from Kano…
Famous Nigerian singer, Wizkid has deleted all posts on his Instagram account. The singer pulled down all the posts on Monday, 31 March, 2025 leaving his 18 million followers in suspense. The development ignited diverse speculation, with his fans and some industry insiders debating what it could mean. This is not the first time that the Ogun State born singer has taken such an action. Wizkid cleared his page in August 2019 and July 2022, before the release of his album ‘More Love, Less Ego’.
Controversial American rapper, Kanye West, has claimed that he never initially wanted to have children with his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, but that God had a different plan. In a recent interview with DJ Akademiks, West expressed frustration at some celebrities who refused to speak up for him in his ongoing child custody battle with Kim but are quick to criticize his political views. According to the 47-year-old music legend, some of his colleagues, whom he had supported in the past, betrayed him. DJ Akademiks: “The situation with Kim—I hear you speak about her a lot. You said nobody really spoke…
The Federal Government on Monday, 31 March, 2025 announced the closure of the Independence Bridge (Marina bound) starting effective Tuesday, 1 April, 2025 for essential maintenance and rehabilitation works. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, who made this known in a statement in Lagos, explained that the bridge would remain closed until the end of May 2025. According to her, the closure will affect traffic from Ahmadu Bello Way and Adeola Odeku towards Marina, Eko Bridge, and Onikan by Zone 2. Kesha advised motorists to plan their journeys accordingly and use alternative routes to avoid traffic congestion…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an extension of Mrs. Kemi Nanna Nandap’s tenure as the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) through December 31, 2026. Mrs Nandap began her career in the Nigeria Immigration Service on October 9, 1989. President Tinubu appointed her as Comptroller-General on March 1, 2024, to serve till August 31, 2025. Under her leadership, the Nigeria Immigration Service has witnessed significant advancements in its core mandate, with notable improvements in border management, modernisation of immigration processes and national security measures. President Tinubu commended the Comptroller-General for her exemplary leadership and urged her to continue…