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The Headquarters, 6 Division of the Nigerian Army has announced the arrest of soldiers involved in a torture scene captured in a viral video on the internet. The Army authorities said it viewed with utmost dismay the unprofessional conduct of two of its personnel involved in the brutality of the civilian in Rivers State. The Army further announced that the soldiers involved in the unprofessional conduct have been clearly identified and arrested. This was contained in a statement signed by Lt. Col. Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Nigerian Army: “The Division wishes to unequivocally state that, the…
A frontline stalwart of the ruling All Progressives’ Congress (APC), Alhaji Abubakar Rajab has condemned in strong terms an attack by suspected thugs targeted at the Senator representing Kogi East, Alhaji Jibrin Isah Echocho. According to Rajab, “the recent shift from orchestrated misunderstandings through gossips, blackmail, lies, and fabrications to a physical attack on our senator is a concerning development”. Rajab further urged the criminal elements to turn a new leaf while hinting that the gentility of the Senator should not be mistaken as cowardice. The statement reads in part: “I urge a departure from this malevolent disposition and a…
The New Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Tuesday approved the sum of N1.2 billion to offset the gratuity of petitioners in the state public service. The approval was disclosed in a statement by the press officer in the office of the state’s Head of Service, Sina Adeyeye, and made available to journalists in Akure. The new governor said the latest approval is to fully offset the gratuity of the 2014 set of retirees in the state civil service as part of efforts by the state government to settle all the backlog of arrears. He revealed that, distribution of…
A former Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 Presidential Election, Peter Obi, has slammed the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s led Federal Government for what he described as reckless borrowing and too much spending. Obi kicked against what he described as Federal Government’s disturbing pattern of huge borrowing and profligate spending on non-essential procurements. He further warned that such pattern would soon wreck the economy. The former Anambra State governor also condemned Federal Government’s securitization of Ways and Means borrowing from the CBN which he said is against the law and the Central Bank…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday commenced grilling of the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu over alleged N585m scam. Edu arrived at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Jabi, Abuja by 11am. SPY News Nigeria gathered that the embattled minister arrived the headquarters of the anti graft agency alongside her aides and lawyer. As at the time of filing this report, she is facing EFCC investigators. Edu was indicted in a N585m disbursement scandal involving the humanitarian affairs ministry, attracting widespread criticisms from rights groups and activists. The predicament of…
Your appointment as the Caretaker Chairmen of Omala LGA is a testament to your dedication, and commitment to our party, the APC. In assuming this important role, you have been entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the affairs of the Omala LGA. Your appointment signifies the trust and confidence that the government has placed in your abilities to lead and initiate positive change. As Chairman of the Caretaker Committee, you have an invaluable opportunity to make a lasting impact. This is your chance to build upon the progress made thus far by your predecessor and to chart a…
Comrade Johnson Musa has commended Gov Yahaya Bello’s new appointments in what he described as his astute decision in appointing local government administrators. Johnson implored the newly appointed administrators to carry out their duties meticulously while also building upon the governor’s impressive achievements. Johnson who is the convener of APC Youth Frontier further expressed his admiration for Governor Alh Yaya Bello’s meticulous approach in selecting highly capable individuals to oversee the affairs of the 21 local government areas in Kogi state. He emphasized that these newly appointed administrators are perfectly suited for their respective roles, reflecting the governor’s excellent judgment…
In line with his avowed commitment to uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability in the management of the commonwealth of Nigerians, President Bola Tinubu has suspended the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu, from office with immediate effect. A statement by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity said the President further directs the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to conduct a thorough investigation into all aspects of the financial transactions involving the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, as well…
The Senator representing Kogi East, Alhaji Jibrin Isah Echocho has commiserated with the Igala Nation over the demise of Mallama Meimunat Opaluwa. The statement reads in full: “The news of some Arsonists who attacked Mallama Meimunat Opaluwa Sani – a 75-year-old Woman and three other people is callous, inhumane and barbaric. It’s utterly disgusting to hear of this attack on the Septuagenarian’s residence in Idah, setting her ablaze alongside her grandchild and two others. Unfortunately, this incident claimed 3 lives already and the fourth person is still unstable. While I condemned this act on our respected senior citizen and the…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new Executive Directors in two (2) agencies under the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy: Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA): (A) Ms. Vivian C. Richard Edet — Executive Director, Finance & Administration (NPA) (B) Engr. Olalekan Badmus — Executive Director, Marine & Operations (NPA) (C) Engr. Ibrahim Abba Umar — Executive Director, Engineering & Technical Services (NPA) Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) (D) Mr. Jibril Abba — Executive Director, Maritime Labour & Cabotage Services (NIMASA) (E) Mr. Chudi Offodile — Executive Director,…