An operative of the Sokoto State Community Guard Corps (name withheld) has mistakingly shot himself dead shortly after participating in the joint operation that rescued 66 kidnap victims in the state. The operation led by the army was conducted on Monday, 6 January, 2025 at Tidibali Forest in the eastern part of the state. Confirming the incident to our reporter on Wednesday, 8 January, 2025, the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security, Colonel Ahmed Usman (rtd), said the operative died as a result of accidental discharge. “The incident happened shortly after they had returned to their base from the operation.…
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An Area Court sitting at Centre-Igboro, Ilorin, presided over by Judge Toyin Aluko,on Wednesday, 8 January, 2025 sentenced a 28 year-old man, Hamsat Babatunde of Odota Area, Ilorin, to one year in prison for stealing vehicle parts. Judge Aluko pointed out that the accused had earlier pleaded guilty to the offence, hence, there was no reason to delay the case. Aluko, therefore, sentenced the accused to one year in prison without an option of fine. The court ordered the accused to pay N200,000 as compensation to the complainant, and to also write a letter of undertaking, to never commit the offence…
Russian units said it has eliminated more than 290 Ukrainian military in the border areas of the Kursk region within the past 24 hours. Russian Defence ministry said on Wednesday,8 January that, they destroyed one tank, an armored personnel carrier and four armored combat vehicles. “During the day, the losses of the Ukrainian armed forces amounted to over 290 servicepeople, and a tank, an armored personnel carrier, four armored combat vehicles. “Four vehicles and three artillery pieces were destroyed,’’ the defence ministry said in a statement. Ukraine’s total losses in the Kursk direction since the start of hostilities amount to…
An Ikeja Special Offences Court presided over by Justice Rahman Oshodi on Wednesday, 8 January, 2025 thrown out the application filed by the embattled ex-Governor of Central Bank, Godwin Emefiele, challenging the jurisdiction of the court to hear his case. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had filed a 26-count charge against Emefiele, for alleged misuse of office, resulting in losses of $4.5 billion and N2.8 billion. His co-defendant, Henry Omoile, is standing trial on related offences, including unlawful acceptance of gifts. Justice Oshodi in his ruling held that the court had jurisdiction to try Emefiele on the charge, citing relevant authorities. He,…
Abba Yusuf, Governor of Kano State, has been thrown into mourning over the death of Ahmed Bunkure who died barely 24 hours after he was given an appointment by the Governor. Bunkure was appointed by Governor Yusuf as his Special Adviser on Works on Tuesday, 7 January, 2025, and unfortunately passed on the next day, Wednesday, 8 January, 2025. His death was announced by the spokesperson to the Governor, Sunusi DawakinTofa, on Wednesday, 8 January, 2024. Describing Bunkure’s death as tragic and an irreplaceable loss to the state, his family and the wider political community, Governor Yusuf prayed for the…
The Minister of Communications, Innovations, and Digital Economy, \ on Wednesday, 8 January held a meeting with representatives of major telecommunications companies to address mounting pressures to increase telecom tariffs in Nigeria. Attendees include representatives from MTN Nigeria, Airtel, Globacom, 9Mobile, and key government regulatory bodies such as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). The meeting aims to find a balance between the Telcos’ push for higher tariffs and the government’s regulatory stance. The telecom companies argue that current economic realities—like the removal of fuel subsidies and the naira’s floating exchange rate—necessitate tariff adjustments…
Bariga Local Council of Lagos State on Tuesday, 7 January, 2024 presented an appropriation bill of N11.2 billion to its legislators. The Chairman of the council Kolade Alabi, described the bill as a ‘Budget of Consolidation’. Alabi, who was represented by Zainot Kuponiyi, his Deputy, said the budget is a roadmap to a shared vision of progress and development for the people of Bariga. He also explained that the bill solidifies the foundations of growth while preparing his administration towards providing sustainable and impactful development for the people. “In recent years, we have faced a host of challenges—economic uncertainty, global instability,…
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Tony Okocha, has expressed his doubt about the possibility of a political truce in the state this year. Okocha blamed Governor Siminalayi Fubara for failing to extend goodwill during ex-Governor Nyesom Wike’s recent birthday celebrations. According to Okocha, the altercation between the two political figures would not end soon, insisting that Fubara missed an opportunity to mend fences with Wike during the festive season. In an interview on Arise Television, Okocha stated that the ongoing war between the governor and his predecessor, now FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, could have…
President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has assured Ghana’s newly inaugurated President, John Dramani Mahama, that he can count on Nigeria’s support during his tenureThe remark was made on Tuesday, 7 January, 2025 during Mahama’s inauguration ceremony at the Black Star Square in Accra. According to Tinubu, Ghana has answered the question of whether Africa is capable of democratic and productive endeavors, and that it is time for Africa’s critics to stop asking the continent to prove itself.Tinubu emphasisized on the importance of African unity and cooperation, adding that the legacy of Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah is a guiding…
President Bola Tinubu met with former presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday, 7 January, 2024 during the inauguration of President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana that took place at the Black Star Square in Accra, the country’s capital. At the inauguration ceremony, Tinubu delivered a keynote address, in which he praised Ghana’s democratic progress and emphasized the importance of African unity and cooperation. He noted that Ghana has answered the question of whether Africa is capable of democratic and productive endeavors, and that it is time for Africa’s critics to stop asking the continent to prove itself. Tinubu also…