The ongoing internal crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) escalated further on Sunday as an aide to the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, accused the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, of deliberately misrepresenting the role of the Secretary in a bid to mislead the public and sow division within the party. The statement comes in response to remarks reportedly made by Ologunagba, suggesting that the National Secretary’s role was limited to administrative tasks such as managing diesel supplies and assigning parking spaces at the party secretariat. Describing the comments as “mischievous and misleading,” Anyanwu’s aide criticized Ologunagba for…
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The Coalition of All ADC Youth and Women Organizations in Adamawa State has urged the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to prioritize the inclusion of young people and women in its leadership and decision-making structures, declaring that such representation should be seen as a right, not a privilege. The demand was made in a communiqué released on Saturday after a strategic meeting held in Yola, the Adamawa State capital. Presenting the statement, the coalition’s chairman, Mohammed All Scams, stressed the need for fair and inclusive representation across all levels of the party. “Young people make up about 70% of Nigeria’s population,…
The Youth Coalition of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State has demanded the immediate dissolution of the party’s executive committee led by Comrade Shehu Yohanna. At a press conference held at the NUJ Press Center in Yola, Mallam Mohammed Alhaji Adamu, Chairman of the ADC Youth Coalition, appealed to the party’s national leadership to intervene and dissolve the current state executive. He said this step is crucial to ensure smoother and faster progress within the party. Alhaji Adamu accused the current leadership of being mired in internal crises and claimed that the political aspirations of Alhaji Mustapha Arabi…
In a significant move aimed at strengthening primary healthcare delivery, the Federal Government on Saturday handed over a consignment of reproductive health equipment and essential medical commodities to the Gombe State Government. The handover ceremony, held in Gombe, was presided over by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate. He described the intervention as part of a nationwide initiative to enhance healthcare services at the grassroots level, particularly for women, children, and vulnerable populations. “You have done a lot to expand access to primary healthcare,” Pate told the state officials, “but as part of the…
Two U.S.-based advocacy organizations, Advocates for Victims of Injustice and Discrimination and Ambassadors for Self-Determination, have criticized President Bola Tinubu’s Independence Day speech, condemning his comparison of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) with the extremist group Boko Haram. In a joint statement released to the media, the groups described the President’s remarks as “highly prejudicial,” particularly given the ongoing legal proceedings involving IPOB and its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. Kanu’s case is still before the Supreme Court, while he also faces charges at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The statement argued that equating IPOB a self-determination group that claims to be…
In a strategic move to address the rising challenge of drug abuse and illicit trafficking, the Edo State Government (EDSG) has inaugurated the State and Local Government Drug Control Committee. The official inauguration ceremony was held at the New Festival Hall, Government House, Benin City. Speaking at the event, governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, represented by the Deputy governor, Dennis Idahosa, said the initiative was part of the state’s commitment to the National Drug Control Master Plan. He emphasized the urgent need to tackle the drug menace, describing the establishment of the Committee as a crucial step in…
The North East Zonal Director of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), Major General Abubakar Adamu (Rtd), has lauded the efforts of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army and Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), for their significant contributions to improving security across Taraba State. General Adamu made the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Brigade Headquarters in Jalingo, as part of a regional sensitization tour aimed at enhancing collaboration in the fight against the proliferation of small arms and light weapons. He praised the Brigade’s balanced approach to tackling insecurity,…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially commissioned the newly upgraded Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Kumo, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State, describing it as a significant step forward in the federal government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery across the country. The inauguration ceremony drew a large and enthusiastic crowd as residents, students, and community leaders gathered to welcome the First Lady. She was joined by Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, and other dignitaries. Speaking at the event, Senator Tinubu commended the Gombe State…
In a major breakthrough for communal harmony, the long-standing tensions between the Bachama and Chobo communities have taken a decisive turn toward peace as both groups signed a historic Peace Accord at the Adamawa State Police Headquarters in Yola. The peace agreement was formalized during a meeting presided over by the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, and attended by key security stakeholders. Among those present were Lt Col. Eleje Abubakar, representing the Brigade Commander of the 23 Armoured Brigade Yola; Mr. Bartholomew Omoaka, fsi+, State Director of the Department of State Services (DSS); and Commandant Idris Dahiru Bande, State Commander of the…
The Adamawa State Government has approved capital projects worth over N26 billion to improve infrastructure, enhance agricultural productivity, and strengthen public services across the state. The approvals were made during the State Executive Council meeting held on Thursday, presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at the new Council Chamber of the Government House in Yola. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, James Iliya, outlined several major projects aimed at boosting development across key sectors. A significant portion of the funding will go to road construction and rehabilitation in various local government areas. Key projects include: N3.89 billion for the construction of the 11.2-kilometre Plum…