The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced the arrest of several key sponsors of the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests, which have seen rioters hoisting foreign flags and calling for governmental change in states such as Kano, Kaduna, and Zamfara. During a joint media briefing, Egbetokun stated that the police had identified and apprehended the financial backers […]
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Yahaya Bello Denies Involvement in Anti-Tinubu Protests
Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has denied allegations of his involvement in sponsoring the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests across Nigeria. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by Michael Ohiare, Bello’s Media Office refuted the claims, describing them as part of a plot by his enemies to frame him. The statement, released in Lokoja, […]
Protesters Target Wike’s Mansion in #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Rally
Tensions soared in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, as the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests continued for the sixth day. Over 50 protesters besieged a mansion owned by Nyesom Wike, former governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, in the Ada George area. The protesters, who marched from Agip Junction, gathered in front of Wike’s residence singing […]
Obasanjo: Fuel Importers Will Resist Dangote Refinery’s Success
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has asserted that beneficiaries of Nigeria’s fuel importation business will attempt to undermine the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Obasanjo’s remarks follow claims by Aliko Dangote that certain ‘mafias’ are obstructing the $20 billion refinery project. Speaking with the Financial Times, Obasanjo emphasized that the refinery should inspire investment in Nigeria but warned […]
NDLEA’s Enhanced Diving Skills to Thwart Cocaine Smuggling, Says Marwa
Chairman and CEO of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), announced that the recent training and certification of NDLEA Marine Command officers in advanced diving techniques will significantly deter large cocaine shipments to Nigeria. Marwa highlighted this achievement while receiving a training report from DCGN Omolade Faboyede, Director […]
AON Applauds Judiciary’s Decision to Halt Nigeria Air Sale to Ethiopian Airlines
The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) have praised the judiciary for canceling the sale of Nigeria Air to Ethiopian Airlines, calling the move a victory for truth. They also commended the new Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, for suspending the project initiated by his predecessor, Hadi Sirika. AON President, Alhaji Abdulmunaf Yunusa, noted the court’s […]
Biden and Obama Applaud Harris’ Selection of Tim Walz as Running Mate
President Joe Biden has commended Vice President Kamala Harris’s choice of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 presidential race. Biden, who has endorsed Harris, shared his support on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, describing the Harris-Walz ticket as a strong advocate for working people and America’s middle class. Biden tweeted, […]
Immigration Chief Reveals Watch List for Diaspora Protest Sponsors
The Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, announced that individuals financing the #EndBadGovernance protests from abroad are now on a watch list. She stated that these individuals will be arrested upon their arrival in Nigeria. Nandap disclosed this during a news conference held at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, which was […]
Obasanjo Warns of Sabotage Against Dangote Refinery Amidst Allegations of Malpractice
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has raised alarms over potential sabotage of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, asserting that individuals profiting from Nigeria’s fuel importation industry may be working to undermine the $20 billion project. This follows claims by Alhaji Aliko Dangote, who accuses certain ‘mafias’ of attempting to sabotage his investment. Obasanjo expressed that the success […]
NDLEA Enhances Capabilities to Tackle Cocaine Shipments
The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Buba Marwa (retd.), announced that the recent training of the agency’s Marine Command officers in diving will significantly deter large shipments of cocaine to Nigeria. Marwa made this statement upon receiving a report on the training from the Agency’s Director of Seaports Operations, […]