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A group of Gabonese army officers operating under the banner of the Committee for the Transition and Restoration of Institutions (CTRI) have taken control of the country, citing serious institutional, political, economic, and social crises as the driving factors behind their coup. In a nationwide address delivered on national television, the junta outlined their reasons…
In a shocking turn of events, Gabonese President Ali Bongo Ondimba, has been placed under house arrest while his son, Noureddin Bongo Valentin, and other high-ranking officials are arrested on charges of “treason” and other alleged offenses. This comes just hours after military officers declared the overthrow of the government, throwing the West African nation…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has announced plans to complete the long-awaited Millennium Tower project within the next two years. After a meeting with contractors handling various projects in the FCT, Wike emphasized the importance of the Millennium Tower, situated in the Central Area of Abuja, as a transformative multifunctional edifice. The…
The Nigerian government has announced that the massive water release from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam, which raised concerns about potential flooding in 11 states, has been successfully stopped. Managed by the dam’s authorities, the release was halted on August 28, 2023, easing fears of widespread flooding in Nigeria. The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) shared that the release was a response to the start of a new hydrological year in the River Niger Basin, covering nine countries. The gradual reduction in water releases and stabilized river flow signal positive outcomes, underscoring the importance of regional cooperation for managing water resources.
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has suspended its presidential candidate, Sen. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, for alleged anti-party activities, along with the National Working Committee (NWC). The party’s Board of Trustees (BoT) cited unauthorized political engagements as the reason for the suspension. Dr. Agbo Major and Mr. Ogini Olaposi have been appointed as acting National Chairman and acting National Secretary, respectively. The suspension will last for six months. The party aims to address breaches of party protocol and maintain unity within its ranks. The decision was made during a special general assembly attended by new NWC members and representatives from across Nigeria.
The Delta State Police Command has apprehended over 100 individuals suspected of participating in a same-sex wedding ceremony at a hotel in Delta state. The police’s announcement via social media indicates a crackdown on homosexual activities, in line with Nigeria’s 2014 anti-gay law imposing a 14-year prison term for same-sex engagement. This incident follows a pattern of similar arrests and parades of individuals involved in homosexual activities in recent years, reflecting the ongoing societal debates surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in Nigeria.
Dangote Cement Plc has addressed recent misinformation regarding cement prices in Nigeria, asserting that the country’s cement prices are either on par with or lower than those across the West African coast. The company stated that a bag of cement from its Nigerian factories is priced at N4,010 in Okpella and N4,640 in Ibese, Obajana,…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) carried out the demolition of a multimillion-naira duplex constructed on an unapproved plot, plot 226 in Wuse Zone 6. The Director of the Department of Development Control, Mukhtar Gidado, revealed that the building had been developed illegally, disregarding prior warnings. Gidado explained that an extensive investigation was conducted to…
The Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, a Fulani socio-cultural association, has established a 55-member legal committee to address injustice faced by its members across Nigeria. The organization aims to provide legal assistance for herders facing unjust jail terms, while emphasizing the need for fair treatment and dispelling the perception that all Fulani herders are criminals. The association’s efforts to tackle issues through legal means and promote peaceful coexistence are highlighted during their annual general meeting.
INEC announces electronic result transmission for Kogi State governorship election, aiming to enhance transparency and curb electoral malpractices. Prof. Gabriel Longpet, the REC of Kogi, highlights the significance of electronic transmission in safeguarding the integrity of results. The move is part of broader efforts to ensure credible and accountable democratic processes.