Despite the Supreme Court’s ruling over two months ago affirming the financial autonomy of local governments, the federal government continues to channel council allocations through state governments. In response, the Incorporated Trustees of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) have issued a legal threat, warning to sue the Forum of Commissioners for Finance…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman of Rivers State, Emeka Beke, has alleged that the 27 Rivers lawmakers must attend the APC stakeholder meeting. He asserted that if these lawmakers fail to attend the stakeholder meeting, disciplinary actions would be taken against them. He made it clear that, regardless of who officially receives them, these…
In Malabo on Wednesday evening, President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea signed an agreement on the Gulf of Guinea Pipeline Project. Agreement Details As outlined by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, the agreement covers: * Legislative and regulatory frameworks for the gas pipeline * Establishment and operation of…
The Bauchi Emirate Council has revoked the traditional title of “Mandarin Bauchi” from Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South in the National Assembly. The decision was made after an investigation into allegations that Senator Umar, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), had insulted and criticized Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State. In…
Kemi Olunloyo, a renowned Nigerian journalist and blogger, has vehemently criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration, labeling it a “colossal failure.” In a statement released on Wednesday, Olunloyo asserted that Tinubu has “utterly wrecked Nigeria.” As a “disgruntled citizen,” Olunloyo implored the President to resign before the end of his term. “Every aspect of Tinubu’s government…
Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has raised unsubstantiated claims regarding the citizen-led protests against hunger and deprivation. At a Council of State meeting, Ribadu alleged that protest organizers had substantial financial assets, including a cryptocurrency address holding $37 million. However, no evidence was provided to support these claims. Ribadu suggested that political opponents of…
The official Twitter handle of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), @officialEFCC, has vanished from the platform. Checks conducted by Peoples Gazette on Wednesday revealed that the account, which had amassed over 2.2 million followers, was no longer accessible. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed that the account has been down for three days. He…
A French court has authorized the seizure of three presidential jets linked to the Federal Government of Nigeria as part of a legal battle involving Zhongshan, a Chinese company. The company had a business dispute with the Ogun State government, which led to this significant legal action, sources familiar with the matter have told Premium…
A report from Vanguard states that the 21st Century Youths of the Niger Delta and Agitators with Conscience (21st CYNDAC) announced that the people of the Niger Delta, whose resources have supported the nation, will no longer accept the political marginalization of their leaders. They pledged to prevent a repeat of what occurred during former…
During a conversation with Arise News, the University of Lagos’s renowned expert in strategic studies and international relations, Professor David Aworawo, examined the pervasive problem of ethnicity in Nigerian politics. His remarks focused on how ethnic biases have a big impact on election results, especially in the 2023 presidential contest. Aworawo noted that voters’ decisions…
The former Director-General of Obi-Datti Campaign Council, Doyin Okupe has reacted after the Council Of State passed a vote of confidence in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Doyin Okupe stated on his verified Twitter page on Wednesday; “The Council of states meeting is a constitutional meeting of past leaders and current leaders presided…
An International Business Ideation Specialist, Light Shedrack has alleged that the government is signaling to Dangote that he has already benefited extensively from the system under the previous administration. He identified that the Federal Government is expecting Dangote to reinvest more of his wealth into the economy, rather than continuously seeking concessions and tax holidays….
Mangal Cement, led by Katsina-based billionaire Dahiru Mangal, has addressed concerns circulating on social media regarding the pricing of its cement. The company’s newly constructed plant in Kogi State boasts a daily production capacity of 6,000 tons. Initial expectations were high that Mangal Cement’s entry into the Nigerian market would lead to a reduction in…
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has scheduled a meeting on August 16 to select the successor to outgoing Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. Justice Ariwoola is expected to retire on August 22 upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70. According to sources within the judiciary, the NJC will make a recommendation…
Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili has strongly criticized the National Assembly, particularly Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, for the proposed Counter Subversion Bill 2024. The bill seeks to establish severe punishments for individuals who do not recite the national anthem as prescribed. Nigeriamedia reports that according to the bill sponsored by Abbas, anyone found guilty of refusing…
On Wednesday, Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) founder and journalist Fisayo Soyombo responded to a police invitation at the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCC) in Abuja. Arriving at 9:00am, Soyombo was accompanied by the company’s lawyer. Known for his investigative reports exposing societal injustice and corruption, Soyombo had been declared wanted by the…
The Federal Government has appealed to Nigerians who are dissatisfied with President Bola Tinubu’s administration to express their concerns through the democratic process. Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, made this statement after the inaugural Council of State meeting chaired by President Tinubu on Tuesday. Addressing State House Correspondents, Alake emphasized the government’s commitment to…
Senator Shehu Sani has disputed the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission’s (RMAFC) assertion that Nigerian senators earn a monthly salary of N1 million. Sani accused the RMAFC of “dancing around the figures” by neglecting to disclose the total monthly running costs for senators. RMAFC had previously refuted Sani’s claim that senators receive N13.5 million…
