Author: Akintayo Adams

Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF) in a release made available to journalists at the weekend, to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the abduction of 276 girls from Chibok Girls Secondary School, Chibok, Borno State, revealed that 21 of the affected abductees regained freedom after giving birth to children numbering 34. The foundation bemoaned the calamitous sexual violence and forced marriages the girls endured while in captivity. The report suggested that 48 guardians of the kidnapped victims had passed away since the girls were abducted, causing extensive psychological distress for survivors and their families, resulting in health complications and hindrances to employment…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), through Mr Femi Babafemi, its Director, Media and Advocacy said on Sunday that it was not recruiting and cautioned members of the public against being extorted by individuals with evil intentions. Briefing newsmen in Abuja, he said the agency was aware of a publication alerting Nigerians about recruitment. “While we are taking necessary measures to unravel the people behind the publication, members of the public are advised to avoid being scammed. “The agency will like to emphasise that no recruitment is currently taking place. “In due time, any information about recruitment will be…

The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde has announced the disbursement of ₦2 billion to the former chairmen of local government areas in the state. In 2019, the LG Chairmen were sacked by Makinde. They were elected in 2018 during the regime of Late Governor Abiola Ajimobi. However, the former council bosses and the state government have been at loggerheads over the payment of their entitlements since they were dismissed, leading to court cases which forced the Governor to decide on an out-of-court settlement. Speaking on Saturday during the burial and thanksgiving service in honour of Mama Ruth…

Officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have soared above the rest to emerge the best at the just-concluded US Special Program for Embassy Augmentation Response (SPEAR) team mission at Amman, Jordan. The training, started on March 10, 2024, and culninated on April 3, 2024, aimed to bolster the team’s capabilities in addressing diverse emergencies and tactical scenarios. The programme was conducted by the US Navy Seals and covered a wide range of topics, including several tactical drills and assessments, ensuring a well-rounded and thorough learning experience. Speaking at the end of the training, the Nigeria team lead, Squadron Commander…

Members of the Yoruba Nation have been accused of shooting at soldiers at the Oyo State Secretariat. Some agitators of Yoruba nation in camouflage had invaded the premises of Oyo State House of Assembly, Agodi Secretariat, Ibadan. This was sequel to a viral video claiming a new nation, ‘Democratic Republic of the Yoruba’ had been drafted out of Nigeria. In a statement by the Army spokesman, Onyema Nwachukwu, the public were urged to remain calm and shouldn’t hesitate to report any suspicious activity to security agencies. “This is to notify the general public that today Saturday 13 April 2024, sequel…

A suspected robber who stole a trailer truck loaded with 35 tons of groundnut oil with an estimated worth of ₦30 million has been arrested by the Bauchi State Police Command. It was gathered that the Toro Divisional Police Headquarters of the state responded to a distress call reporting the theft of a trailer truck parked at the Maraban Jos trailer park area of Kaduna State on April 12, 2024. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Ahmed Wakil, in a statement on Sunday, said the stolen truck, a DAF CF 85 Model was coming from Umuahia in Abia State heading…

Oba Julius Ajayi Adewumi Omomo, Okunbadejo II, the Olojoda of Oda, in Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State, has joined his ancestors. The passing of the king was affirmed by a close associate of the family, Chief Prince Ade Adelakun. Adelakun depicted the departed ruler as a modest, honorable, and approachable monarch. He stated, “the late king was attentive to his people and dedicated to the unity and advancement of the region. He also characterized the monarch’s tenure as notably active. Oba Omomo was installed in May last, following the demise of the previous occupant of the throne,…

Gorrion Engineering Ltd., a construction company has written to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to clarify rumours making waves that it has abandoned a road project in Akwa Ibom State, which led to flooding on the project. In a statement signed by the General Manager of Gorrion Engineering Ltd, Engr Yusuf Abdula and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, among others, it described the attacks on the company as not genuine and unsolicited. It further confirmed the completion and authenticity of all road projects awarded to the company. The statement reads: “It has come to…

Following last night’s attacks, Iran has earned the moniker ‘Country of Terror’s according to Yoav Gallant, Israeli Defence Minister. The successful thwarting of Iran’s assault coincides with Israel being entrenched in its conflict against Hamas in Gaza. Israel and Iran have been on a collision course throughout Israel’s six-month offensive on the Gaza Strip. The strikes orchestrated by Iran, occurring less than two weeks following an Israeli attack on Syria resulting in the deaths of two Iranian generals within an Iranian consular building, represent the initial instance of Iran launching a direct military offensive against Israel, despite decades of hostility…

On Saturday, security personnel arrested twenty individuals suspected to be Yoruba nation agitators for their alleged involvement in the invasion of the Oyo State Government Secretariat in Agodi, Ibadan, the state capital. They have, in their numbers, raided the premises of the secretariat and hoisted their flag in the House of Assembly complex. Following this incident, the state Commissioner of Police, Hazmat Adebola, instructed the formation of a highly skilled investigation team led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police overseeing the State Criminal Investigation Department. A statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso in Ibadan, further detailed…