2027: Diri warns appointees on premature politicking
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa has warned his appointees to desist from engaging in political activities before the release of 2027 election guidelines by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Diri gave the warning on Wednesday during the 162nd session of the Bayelsa Executive Council meeting inside the Executive Council Chamber in Yenagoa. The governor […]
Edo: Court reinstates suspended LG chairman
In his ruling, the presiding judge, Justice B. A. Okoh, directed the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to provide him with the needed security to resume office.
Saudi Arabia announces penalties for unauthorised Hajj Pilgrims, facilitators
The Saudi Ministry of Interior has announced penalties for individuals who violate regulations requiring a permit to perform Hajj and for those who facilitate such violations. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the ministry said the following penalties will begin from Dhul-Qi’dah 1 until the end of Dhul-Hijjah 14. The News Agency of Nigeria […]
Clark family disowns tribute event in Lagos, warns dignitaries against attendance
The family and children of the late nationalist and elder statesman, Chief Senator Edwin Clark, have dissociated themselves from a planned tribute and prayer ceremony scheduled for Thursday, May 1, 2025, in Lagos, calling it unauthorized and deeply disrespectful.
Ondo Amotekun arrests 750 suspected criminals in 3 months, arraigns 175
By Dayo Johnson, Akure The Ondo State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun, has arrested 750 suspected kidnappers, armed robbers, and other criminals in the last three months, in what officials describe as a major push against insecurity across the state. Speaking during a press briefing in Akure, the state capital, the Commander of Amotekun, Chief […]
African Union lifts sanctions against Gabon
The statement said Gabon would be welcome “to immediately resume her participation in the activities” of the AU.
