Peter Obi Criticizes $9 Million US Lobbying Contract
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned the Federal Government’s approval of a $9 million contract for lobbying services in the United States, calling it a national disgrace. In a statement posted on his verified X handle on Friday, Obi said the expenditure reflects a pattern of waste and mismanagement by Nigerian leaders. […]
Peter Obi Condemns Arrest Of 52 Edo Students Protesting Insecurity
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has criticized the Edo State government over the arrest and remand of 52 students from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma. In a statement, Obi described the detention as “unacceptable and dangerous for democracy,” stressing that citizens should not be punished for protesting against insecurity while kidnappers and bandits […]
Ondo Sets High Fees For Political Campaign Permits
The Ondo State Government has announced that political aspirants must obtain permits and pay specified fees before displaying any campaign materials ahead of the 2027 elections. According to the State Signage and Advertisement Agency, senatorial candidates are required to pay ₦2 million, House of Representatives aspirants ₦1.5 million, and House of Assembly candidates ₦1 million […]
States Budget N525bn For Security Votes In Three Years
States across Nigeria earmarked a combined N525.23 billion for security votes and related operations between 2023 and 2025, according to an analysis of approved state budgets published on Open States, a BudgIT-backed public finance portal. The spending surge comes amid persistent insecurity nationwide, despite security being constitutionally led by the Federal Government. Rising incidents of […]
Tambuwal Reaffirms Commitment To Inclusive Leadership
Former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has reiterated his belief that effective leadership must be deliberate, inclusive and fair, describing inclusiveness as central to good governance in Nigeria. Tambuwal said the theme of his 60th birthday colloquium, “Leadership, Service and Statesmanship,” reflects his long-held views on the responsibility of leaders to ensure broad representation in […]
Court Orders Reassignment Of Bauchi Commissioner Terrorism Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has directed that the case involving Bauchi State’s Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, be returned to the Chief Judge for reassignment. Justice Emeka Nwite made the order on Tuesday after the court resumed from its vacation. The case, filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), concerns alleged […]
DSS Witnesses Testify In Owo Church Attack Trial
Two additional witnesses testified on Tuesday against five suspects standing trial for the June 5, 2022, terror attack on Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State. The hearing took place at the Federal High Court in Abuja, where the Department of State Services (DSS) tendered additional exhibits, all of which were admitted by […]
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US Launches Online Visa Tool For Nigerian Applicants
The United States Mission in Nigeria has introduced the Mission Nigeria Visa Navigator, an online platform designed to assist visa applicants with common questions and concerns. According to a post on the Mission’s official X account on Tuesday, the tool provides guidance on various visa categories, application procedures, required documents, and interview processes. The platform […]
US Delivers Military Supplies To Nigerian Security Agencies
The United States has delivered military supplies to Nigerian security agencies to support ongoing security operations across the country. The delivery was confirmed on Tuesday by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) in a post on X. According to AFRICOM, the supplies were handed over to Nigerian partners in Abuja as part of efforts to […]
