Author: Samiat Yusuf Moshood

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is set to introduce body cameras for its officers to enhance accountability and professionalism. Muyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, disclosed this during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief. He emphasized that the move aligns with global best practices, aiming to improve interactions between officers and the public while ensuring transparency. This initiative comes as part of broader efforts by the NPF to modernize operations and rebuild public trust, particularly following recent controversies involving misconduct by some officers. The body cameras will allow for real-time recording of engagements, providing evidence to address…

Nigerian model Olajumoke Orisaguna, famously known as “Olajumoke Onibread,” has shared a deeply personal account of her struggles with domestic violence and the challenges that followed her rise to fame. Speaking during an interview, Olajumoke recounted enduring a turbulent relationship with her ex-husband, Sunday Orisaguna. She disclosed that the abuse began during their time in Ire, Osun State, where she faced a hostile living environment, including mistreatment from her mother-in-law and alleged physical abuse from Sunday. After moving to Lagos to seek better opportunities, Olajumoke began hawking bread to support her family. It was during this time that a chance…

Days after the Court of Appeal nullified his presidency, Musiliu ‘MC Oluomo’ Akinsanya has publicly declared himself the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). The announcement, made on Tuesday, marks MC Oluomo’s first public move since the appellate court reaffirmed Ibikunle Baruwa as the legitimate president of the union. MC Oluomo, who was elected unopposed earlier this year at the union’s zonal secretariat in Osogbo, had his presidency nullified by a three-member Court of Appeal panel comprising Justices Hamma Akawu Barka, Nnamdi Okwy Dimgba, and Asmau Ojuolape Akanbi. The panel upheld the National Industrial Court’s…

The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the dissolution of the Governing Councils of all state-owned tertiary institutions, including Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. According to the statement, the governor also approved the immediate disengagement of the management staff of Edo Specialist Hospital and Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin City. “It is hereby announced for the information of the general public that the Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the dissolution of the Governing Councils of all state-owned…

The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) announced on Wednesday that it has embarked on a nationwide strike due to the Federal Government’s failure to address its demands. This was disclosed by Dr. Samuel Emdin, Chairman of MDCAN at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Owerri, during a press briefing. He read a statement signed by MDCAN’s National President, Dr. Mohammad Aminu Mohammad, and National Secretary, Prof. Daiyabu Alhaji Ibrahim. Dr. Emdin explained that the crisis began when MDCAN’s National Executive Council (NEC), during an extraordinary meeting, observed what they termed the Federal Government’s neglect and “reckless disregard for due…

President Bola Tinubu has formally requested approval from the Senate and House of Representatives for an external borrowing of $2.209 billion (₦1.767 trillion) as part of the 2024 Appropriation Act. The request aims to address part of Nigeria’s ₦9.17 trillion fiscal deficit in the 2024 budget. In his letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, Tinubu stated that the borrowing is aligned with the provisions of Sections 21(1) and 27(1) of the Debt Management Office (DMO) Establishment Act, 2003. The borrowing plan, approved earlier by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), outlines the…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday hosted delegates from The City UK (TCUK) and the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) at Lagos House, Marina. The delegation, led by Anna Rogers, Director of International Development, also included representatives from the Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC) led by Aig-Imoukhuede. Announcing the visit on his official X account, Sanwo-Olu wrote: *“Today, I received delegates from City UK (TCUK)/FCDO led by Anna Rogers and the LIFC team led by Mr. Aig-Imoukhuede on a courtesy visit.”* In a related development, the governor welcomed a team from CNN International to his office. The delegation…

At the opening session of the 19th G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, President Bola Tinubu emphasized the urgent need for reforming the United Nations Security Council to maintain its relevance in addressing global challenges. He advocated for expanding the Council’s permanent and non-permanent member categories to reflect the world’s diversity, with a particular focus on granting Africa two permanent seats. He noted Nigeria’s readiness to represent Africa, reaffirming the country’s commitment to fostering global equity. Speaking through the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, Tinubu urged the G20 to champion this reform, especially after the recent…

The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has called on market women across the country to resist increasing food prices during the festive season. She made the appeal in Ebonyi State during the 2024 Women’s Day Celebration held at the Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium, Abakaliki. In a statement released by her media aide, Busola Kukoyi, the First Lady emphasized the need for fairness in food pricing as the Yuletide season approaches. She also commended the state governor, Francis Nwifuru, for his significant support for women through appointments and various interventions. As part of her visit, Mrs. Tinubu inaugurated a…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the Ondo State Governorship Election, Mr. Agboola Ajayi, has expressed dissatisfaction with the election process in Kiribo, Ese-Odo Local Government Area. Speaking after voting at Unit 4, Ward 2, Idumado in Kiribo at 10:45 a.m., Ajayi highlighted challenges with the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), which he said took over 10 minutes to capture his details. Ajayi described the election as flawed, citing widespread complaints about the BVAS and allegations of vote-buying. He also criticized the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), accusing the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Barr. Oluwatoyin Babalola, of bias and…