The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede, has assured the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, of the release of more recovered funds recovered on behalf of the Commission. The EFCC boss made the promise during the inauguration of the Renewed Hope Multi-Purpose Training Centre in Otuokpoti, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. He also commissioned the NDDC Bayelsa State office in Yenagoa, the state capital. Olukoyede described the NDDC as a “renewed and transformed government agency.” He assured that the EFCC would do everything to recover all outstanding statutory contributions due to the…
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The Centre for Crisis Communication (CCC) has expressed deep concern over the escalating violence in Benue State, particularly the recent killings in Yelewata and its surrounding communities.In a statement issued in Abuja and signed by its Chairman, Major General Chris Olukolade (Rtd), the CCC condemned the senseless killings, destruction of farmlands, and mass displacement of residents, describing the situation as a grave threat not only to local peace and security but also to national stability and food security.As reports of reprisal attacks and armed incursions continue to emerge, the Centre called on governments at all levels to take immediate and…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume has assured the people of Benue State that the Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to ending killings in the state. The SGF spoke on Tuesday, 17 June, 2025, when he arrived Yelewata in preparation for the visit of the President on Wednesday, 18 June, 2025. Addressing the residents of the community where over 100 people were massacred by armed militia on Friday, 13 June, to early Saturday, 14 June, 2025, Senator Akume told the residents that the President feels their pains and has thus ordered highpowered security to take…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment in the Niger Delta region. Speaking during the opening ceremony of a three-day workshop to commemorate International Women’s Day in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, the NDDC Executive Director of Projects, Sir Victor Antai, said the Commission was taking significant steps toward promoting inclusivity and development for women across the region. Antai, represented by the Akwa Ibom State Director, Engr. Evong Evong commended the resilience and hard work of the women in the region. He emphasised NDDC’s dedication to gender inclusivity, stating, “In our sustainable…
The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic has approached Nigeria to join other friendly nations across the world to pressurize Morocco into agreeing to convocation of referendum to determine the political status of Western Sahara The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Mohamed Yeslem Beissat, who was in Nigeria to state the position of his country on the Western Sahara issue and plead for support on resolution of the crisis, paid a visit to the National Assembly and had discussion with his Nigerian counterpart, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar. Speaking to journalists in Abuja after the meetings, Beissat said for…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched four significant projects worth approximately €110 million, aimed at strengthening regional peace and stability, supporting institutional reforms, and promoting trade within the subregion. The projects which are funded by the European Union (€82.5 million), Germany (€26 million), and other partners are support to ECOWAS in Peace, Security and Governance Project (EPSG), this is to aid ECOWAS Commission in the Implementation of the AfCFTA /Trade in Services Programme. It is also to support ECOWAS Commission on Organisational Development / Institutional Support to ECOWAS Phase II and Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market…
By: Dr. James Bwala In the words of the former Senate President, Dr. Ahmed Lawan, the APC National Chairman, Dr. Umar Ganduje, and the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, exemplify the qualities of a servant leader, characterized by responsibility, commitment, and unwavering loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. As vice president, Shettima has consistently demonstrated a leadership style that prioritizes the collective welfare over personal ambitions. His approach aligns with the principle of serving others first, ensuring that his actions support the administration’s broader goals rather than individual gain. This commitment is evident in his dedication to maintaining a unified…
The Onisabe of Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Owolabi Adeniyi has showered praises on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for honouring the heroes of the June 12 struggle reports thegazellenews.com The revered traditional ruler also congratulated the President on his landmark achievements in the last two years. Oba Adeniyi stated this on Friday 13 June, 2025 during a media briefing on the state of the nation which took place at his palace in Jibowu, Fadeyi Lagos State He urged Tinubu to accord more priority to insecurity in most parts of the country so that farmers in the affected states can go…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC), Nigeria, joins millions of Nigerians in grief, outrage, and disbelief at the endless bloodshed that has, once again, turned Benue State into a killing field. The mindless slaughter of innocent men, women, and children is not just a tragedy for Benue – it is a stain on the soul of Nigeria, and a national shame that should shake every person of conscience to the core.MPAC condemns, in the strongest and clearest terms, these barbaric and senseless acts. The sanctity of human life is a sacred trust – inviolable and non-negotiable. No community, no family,…
The Third Prosecution Witness, PW3, Umar Babangida in the trial of the former Minister of Power and Steel Development, Olu Agunloye, on Monday, June 16, 2025, told Justice J.O. Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Apo, that former President Olusegun Obasanjo and the Federal Executive Council, FEC, did not grant any contract approval to Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited, the company that lifted the Mambila Power Project contract. According to the witness, “The former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo who presided over the FEC meeting of 23 May, 2003, wrote to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice on 27 November, 2023 where he provided details of what happened at the…