Category: News

Gov Okpebholo visits Uromi, vows justice for murdered travellers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has vowed to bring to justice those responsible for the tragic killing of travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, March 27, 2025, allegedly involved members of a local vigilante group and led to multiple deaths and acts of arson.   Governor Okpebholo, who visited the town on Friday, condemned the killings in the strongest terms, emphasized that no individual or group has the right to take the law into their own hands. He ordered the…

Deputy Senate President condemns killing of Northern travellers in Edo, demands justice

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has strongly condemned the killing of Northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State, calling on security agencies to swiftly apprehend the perpetrators. The victims, mostly Hausa hunters traveling to Kano for Sallah celebrations, were reportedly intercepted by a mob, dragged out of their vehicle, and brutally murdered. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Alhaji Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau described the act as “barbaric, inhumane, and devilish,” urging the Edo…

NAHCON Evaluates Service Providers’ Preparedness for 2025 Hajj

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As preparation for the 2025 Hajj gain momentum, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has embarked on an inspection tour to assess the readiness of key service providers responsible for Nigerian pilgrims’ welfare in Saudi Arabia.   Leading the delegation, NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Professor Abdullahi Usman Saleh, visited Mashariq Aldhahabiah, the Saudi Arabian firm contracted for Masha’ir services, where he emphasized the commission’s commitment to seamless pilgrimage arrangements.   “Following your recent visit to Nigeria, we must remain updated on new developments and potential challenges. Our priority is to ensure…

HOSTCOM reiterates commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

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By Our Reporter. The President , Host Communities of Nigeria producing Oil and Gas HOSTCOM, His Highness, (Dr )Benjamin Style Tamaranebi JP has praised Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu under his Renewed Hope Agenda by increasing the production output of crude oil on assumption of duty, that reduced oil theft . In an open letter to Nigeria’s President,Niger Delta Youths tagged “Call for Restraint; Killing of personnel of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited TSSNL, Bombing of oil facilities in the Niger Delta – Protecting our future ” issued on Thursday…

Tinubu to mark 73rd Birthday with Special Prayers at National Mosque

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will commemorate his 73rd birthday with a special prayer session at the National Mosque in Abuja on Friday, ahead of the official date on Saturday.   The prayer session, coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan, will serve as an occasion for the President to express gratitude to God for his life and leadership while seeking divine guidance for the nation’s continued peace, progress, and prosperity.   A statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, noted that the…

CP Adamu Elleman assumes duty as 38th Commissioner of Police, Niger State Command

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Niger State Police Command has announced the assumption of duty by CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman as the 38th Commissioner of Police for the state. He took over from AIG Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman, who was recently promoted and redeployed.   CP Elleman, a seasoned law enforcement officer with 31 years of service, hailed from Kaugama Local Government Area of Jigawa State. He joined the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (C/ASP) on June 25, 1994.   A legal expert, the new Police Commissioner holds a Diploma…

CASER demands prosecution of fake news perpetrators over allegations against Nigerian Judiciary

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Citizens Advocacy for Social & Economic Rights (CASER) has urged the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Hon. Justice John Tsoho, OFR, to take a firm stance against individuals and groups disseminating false information aimed at discrediting the judiciary.   In a strongly worded letter signed by Frank Tietie, Esq.Lead Advocate & Executive Director ,CASER expressed grave concerns over what it described as a calculated attempt to undermine Nigeria’s judicial system through baseless accusations and social media misinformation. The advocacy group referenced a recent report by Sahara Reporters,…

Mayor Abubakar Imam Onizeiza Honored as World Mayor of Peace (MP-UN)

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Mayor Abubakar Imam Onizeiza (Dan-Amana) Ebira has been conferred with the prestigious World Mayor of Peace (MP-UN) award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to peacebuilding and harmonious coexistence. The award highlighted Mayor Abubakar’s unwavering commitment to fostering unity, a value deeply embedded in his family’s legacy. As the son of Imam AbdulRahim Sheikh Yahaya and grandson of Imam Yahaya Tajudeen Aliyu, his leadership embodies the principles of trust, compassion, and peaceful engagement.   In a statement celebrating this achievement, the Sheikh Al-Imam Yahaya Tajudeen family expressed immense pride, describing…

Eid-el-Fitr: FG declares March 31, April 1 public holidays for celebration

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The Nigerian government has declared Monday, March 31, and Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Fitr celebration.   The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement, congratulating the Muslim community on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast.   Eid-el-Fitr, also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” mark the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, intense prayers, and acts of charity. It is a time of thanksgiving, unity, and festivities.   In Nigeria, the celebration is usually marked with special…

VON DG urges ethical Journalism, National Unity at NUJ FCT Iftar

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The Director-General of Voice of Nigeria (VON), Jibrin Baba Ndace, has called on media practitioners to embrace ethical journalism and promote national unity. Represented by the Deputy Director of the Digital Media Department, Qasim Akinreti, Ndace made this appeal at an Iftar event organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council in Abuja. Speaking on the role of journalism in fostering peace, Ndace emphasized that Ramadan symbolizes unity, mutual respect, and social harmony. He urged journalists to use their platforms responsibly, ensuring their reports contribute to national cohesion…