The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern warning to illegal oil bunkerers and petroleum marketers in Akwa Ibom State, cautioning them against engaging in sharp practices, including the sale of adulterated products. The Uyo Zonal Director of the EFCC, Assistant Commander of the EFCC (ACE 1) Oshodi Johnson, gave the warning during a courtesy visit by representatives of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Akwa Ibom State Coordinating Committee. Oshodi emphasized the need for petroleum marketers to steer clear of economic crimes, warning that the EFCC would not hesitate to take action against offenders.…
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The Federal Government has called on the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) to collaborate with development partners to secure financial and credit support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, made this appeal during a courtesy visit from the ACCI President, Chief Emeka Obegolu, at his office. Bagudu emphasized the importance of mobilizing external funding sources, particularly noting the availability of the €150 billion Global Gateway Facility set to be disbursed by 2030. “We can’t wait for budgetary funding to finance our priorities. Instead, we must…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has imposed a 24-hour curfew in two local government areas following violent clashes between the Ifon and Ilobu communities. The conflict, reportedly stemming from a land dispute, has escalated into widespread violence, resulting in multiple fatalities and significant property destruction. On Friday, at least three people, including a former councillor, lost their lives, while 30 others sustained gunshot wounds. The unrest has also forced many women and children to flee their homes. In an effort to contain the situation, Governor Adeleke initially announced a dusk-to-dawn curfew and convened a peace meeting with traditional rulers of…
Councillors in Bekwarra Local Government Area, Cross River State, have impeached Chairman, Theresa Ushie, widely known as the ‘Queen of Bekwarra Nation,’ over allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. The impeachment, supported by nine out of ten councillors, was based on accusations of maladministration, financial misappropriation, and a breakdown in governance. Key concerns included secrecy in revenue management, lack of transparency, and mismanagement of public funds. In response to the crisis, the state government has convened an emergency meeting, with the Acting Governor ordering Ushie’s immediate reinstatement. The situation, at the time of filing this report, remains tense…
Osun State has been thrown into turmoil as a renewed communal crisis between Ifon-Osun and Ilobu communities has led to the destruction of several houses and the loss of lives. The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene, citing the failure of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration to effectively handle the situation. According to reports, the violence erupted late Thursday night, resulting in significant destruction, with properties worth millions of Naira reduced to ashes. In a statement issued on Friday, Kola Olabisi, the APC’s Director of Media and Information, criticized Governor Adeleke…
As the world commemorates World Water Day, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to ensuring sustainable access to clean and safe drinking water for all residents. World Water Day, observed annually on March 22, aims to raise awareness of the global water crisis and promote efforts toward Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6): water and sanitation for all by 2030. In a statement marking the occasion, Governor Yahaya emphasized the critical role of water in public health, environmental sustainability, and economic development. He highlighted his administration’s significant investments in water infrastructure and resource management since assuming office in 2019. Governor Yahaya reiterated his government’s collaboration with key stakeholders to expand…
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has urged the Federal Government to implement the Anti-Open Grazing Prohibition and Ranches Establishment Law across the country as a measure to curb security challenges linked to herdsmen attacks. Governor Alia made the appeal while declaring open the Benue Livestock Summit 2025 in Makurdi, the state capital. Reaffirming his administration’s unwavering commitment to enforcing the 2017 Anti-Open Grazing Lawin Benue State, Governor Alia emphasized that the summit aligns with the state’s broader economic growth and self-sufficiency strategy. He highlighted the government’s focus on livestock development, pointing to existing facilities in the state that are primed for…
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has commended the progress made in implementing the Supreme Court judgment affirming financial autonomy for local governments across the country. During its expanded Executive Committee (EXCO) meeting in Abuja, Odunayo Ategbero, Chairman of ALGON’s Board of Trustees, highlighted the significant strides made by the federal government’s implementation committee despite facing challenges. He revealed that local governments have been directed to open accounts with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to ensure smooth financial operations. ALGON emphasized the necessity of full autonomy to address pressing issues such as security, healthcare, and education at…
The newly elected leadership of the Adamawa State Correspondents’ Chapel, of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), has dismissed reports suggesting the existence of a factional leadership within the chapel, calling the claims “false and misleading.” Addressing journalists in Yola, the state capital, the newly elected chairman, Mr. Ibrahim Kado, condemned an online publication, which alleged that the chapel had a parallel leadership structure. He urged the public to disregard the report, stressing that the recent election held on March 19, 2025, was conducted in line with constitutional provisions. “For the record, I, Ibrahim Kado, alongside six other members, was duly…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate deployment of 38 Commissioners of Police (CPs) to various State Commands and Police Formations across the country. This move, as stated in a statement issued out by the Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, is part of a strategic effort to enhance security and improve policing through intelligence-driven strategies. The deployment includes nine CPs assigned to key state commands, while 29 others have been posted to different police formations. Among those appointed to State Commands are CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba (Zamfara), CP Bretet Emmanuel Simon (Taraba), CP Christopher…