Benue State to Hold Local Government Polls Without BVAS Despite Legal Opposition
The Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC) has confirmed that it will conduct the local government elections on October 5, 2024, without using the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS). This decision was announced by BSIEC Chairman Richard Tombuwua at a press conference held at the commission’s headquarters in Makurdi. Tombuwua stated that the BSIEC Law […]
Governor Adeleke Refutes Makinde’s Claim, Upholds PDP Constitution
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has countered Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s recent remarks regarding the leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke affirmed his commitment to the PDP Constitution, specifically its outlined process for leadership succession. “I am fully committed to the Constitution […]
IGP Egbetokun Orders Immediate Redeployment of Police Commissioners in FCT, Rivers, and Delta States
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate redeployment of the Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Benneth Igweh, along with the commissioners of police in Rivers and Delta States. The announcement, made through a statement by the Force Spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in Abuja, emphasizes the IGP’s mission to […]
Tackling Poverty and Unemployment Key to Fighting Violence and Extremism in Nigeria – Abdulsalami Abubakar
Former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar has highlighted the critical role of poverty and unemployment in driving violence and extremism in Nigeria. Speaking at the 2024 International Day of Peace event held at the Abdulsalami Abubakar Institute for Peace and Sustainability Development Studies in Minna, he emphasized that peace is fundamental to the nation’s development. […]
House Rejects Speaker Mike Johnson’s Government Funding Bill Amid GOP Divisions
The House of Representatives on Wednesday rejected Speaker Mike Johnson’s proposed government funding plan, with 14 Republicans voting against it and two more opting to vote “present.” The bill failed with a vote of 202-222-2, with three Democrats breaking ranks to support the measure. After the vote, Johnson expressed disappointment but remained optimistic about finding […]
Iranian Hackers Target Trump Campaign, Share Information with Biden Associates, Say US Officials
Iranian hackers reportedly obtained and distributed information from Donald Trump’s electoral campaign to individuals connected to the Biden campaign, according to US intelligence agencies and the FBI. The unsolicited emails were sent in late June and early July, before Joe Biden withdrew from the presidential race. US officials have not found evidence of any replies […]
Israeli Citizen Arrested Over Alleged Iranian Plot to Assassinate Netanyahu and Top Officials
An Israeli citizen has been arrested on suspicion of being involved in an Iranian-backed plot to assassinate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior officials, according to Israel’s security services. The man, a businessman, allegedly traveled to Iran twice and received payment to carry out various missions. Israeli police and domestic intelligence reported that the […]
Trump Rallies Long Island Supporters, Vows Largest Deportation Operation in U.S. History
Former President Donald Trump delivered a fiery speech at a packed rally inside Nassau Coliseum on Wednesday night, marking his first campaign event on Long Island. The former president focused heavily on immigration, which has become a central theme of his 2024 campaign, decrying what he described as the decline of American cities under Democratic […]
NLC Criticizes NNPCL-Dangote Refinery Price Dispute as Government Fraud
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has denounced the price conflict between the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Refinery, calling it a fraudulent scheme. The NLC argues that a deregulated market should encourage competition and choice, not restrictive practices. During a press briefing at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two, NLC President Comrade Joe […]
Kogi State Inaugurates Committee for Implementation of N70,000 Minimum Wage
The Kogi State government has set up an implementation committee to facilitate the rollout of the new national minimum wage of N70,000 for state workers. Dr. Folashade Ayoade, the Secretary to the Kogi State Government, announced this during the committee’s inauguration in Lokoja on Wednesday. Dr. Ayoade emphasized the importance of the committee’s work, urging […]
