Author: Promise Odejide

In a significant political development, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, former Minister of Youth and Sports Development and a prominent ally of Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).  The resignation was confirmed in a letter dated December 16, 2024, addressed to the Ward Chairman of Ubandawaki and signed by Abdullahi. In the letter, he expressed deep gratitude to the party leadership for the opportunities he had to serve both the state and the nation. “I write to formally resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). I have had ample time to reflect,…

In a significant stride toward improving access to clean water, Hon. Muktar Tolani Shagaya, the representative of Ilorin West/Asa Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, has commissioned a new phase of solar-powered motorized boreholes across multiple wards in Ilorin West and Asa Local Government Areas of Kwara State. This development underscores his unwavering commitment to the welfare of his constituents and aligns with the progressive agenda of Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq.   The latest phase of the project brings relief to several communities facing water scarcity. Among the beneficiaries are Gbale-Asun Village in Ila-Oja Ward; Ile Elepo and Idigba in Adewole Ward;…

By Bolaji Aladie Introduction I have been refraining from contributing to the discourse and arguments regarding recent controversies and disputes ongoing in the Fuji music industry for reasons I want to adduced to growing over certain pettiness. Gone were those days, I can argue about why Pasuma is ahead of his contemporaries. I have lost the Mojo since when Pasuma and Osupa have had reason to leave their past behind. First of all, I am an avid Fuji follower and listener. Even as a budding singer with more than fifty birthday musical tracks for different people, I would say I…

The Nigeria Police Force has arraigned 113 foreign nationals before the Federal High Court in Abuja on charges related to cybercrime, including computer-related fraud, marketing scams, money laundering, and unlawful access to data. The arrests were made on November 3, 2024, in Jahi, Abuja, following an operation by the National Cyber Crime Centre and Zone 7 Command. During the operation, police recovered a range of sophisticated digital equipment believed to have been used in the syndicate’s cyber activities. Items seized include laptops, smartphones, tablets, routers, high-capacity servers, drones, SIM cards, gaming devices, international passports, and other travel…

Nigerian content creator, Kuye Adegoke, popularly known as Egungun of Lagos, has found himself at the center of a social media storm following the leak of a private video. The video, which quickly went viral, shows Egungun engaged in a video call with an unidentified woman, during which he exposed himself. Before the video surfaced, Egungun’s wife, Pashotah, publicly addressed a blackmail attempt involving her husband’s private videos. She took to Instagram to defend him, stating, “Someone is blackmailing me with my husband’s videos. This relationship is built on trust, understanding, loyalty, and commitment. Nothing can bring us…

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested two suspects in possession of a stolen Toyota Camry in the state. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, confirmed that the vehicle, with registration number APP 443 CX, was initially reported stolen in Lagos and later found in the Ipata-Oloje area of Ilorin. The Toyota Camry, missing from Lagos, was discovered last Friday at a spare parts dealer’s shop in Ipata-Oloje. Acting on a tip-off from the dealer, detectives apprehended the suspects, Gabiyu Lawal (43) from Babasoja, Gambari, Ilorin, and Ademola Waheed (45) from…

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday commenced a two-day state visit to France, marking a significant step in strengthening economic cooperation between the two nations. French President Emmanuel Macron greeted Tinubu at the historic Invalides memorial complex, making it the first official state visit by a Nigerian leader in over two decades. The visit aims to deepen the dynamic relationship between France and Nigeria, focusing on key areas such as agriculture, security, education, health, youth engagement, innovation, and energy transition. Macron has been keen on renewing France’s ties with Africa, especially English-speaking countries, following a series of setbacks…

The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has expressed his gratitude to Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for reinstating his full statutory rights. This commendation comes after the previous administration, led by Godwin Obaseki, had withdrawn these rights following the creation of parallel Benin Traditional Councils across the seven local government areas in Edo South Senatorial District. In a letter of appreciation dated November 27, 2024, and endorsed by prominent Benin Chiefs, including Norense Ozigbo-Esere (Osuma of Benin), Edionwe Oliha (Oliha of Benin), Stanley Obamwonyi (Esere of Benin), and Osaro Idah (Obazelu of Benin), the monarch thanked the…

The immediate former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has arrived at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja for the hearing on the alleged N110 billion fraud case against him. Bello, who was declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in April, is facing charges of money laundering and other financial crimes. The EFCC had initially filed 19 charges against Bello, along with his nephews Ali Bello, Dauda Suliman, and Abdulsalam Hudu, for money laundering offenses amounting to over N80 billion. However, the charges were later reduced to 16, with the…

Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has presented a record-breaking N971 billion budget proposal for the 2025 fiscal year to the Enugu State House of Assembly. The budget, titled “Budget of Exponential Growth and Inclusive Prosperity,” includes N837.9 billion for Capital Expenditure, making up 86% of the total budget, and N133.1 billion for Recurrent Expenditure, accounting for 14%. This proposed budget surpasses the previous record of N521.5 billion set in 2024, which included N414.3 billion for Capital Expenditure and N107.2 billion for Recurrent Expenditure. The 2025 budget continues to prioritize significant investments in education, infrastructure,…