Author: Richie

The BUA Group has officially communicated that its Chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has chosen to respectfully decline the nomination/appointment as a member of the APC standing committee on Finance. In a statement released today, the company provided the rationale for this decision. The statement emphasized, “It is important to note that our Chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, and BUA Group have consistently maintained an apolitical stance over the years. This approach is integral to the nature of our business and aligns with Mr. Rabiu’s focus on fostering economic growth through BUA Group’s initiatives and philanthropic efforts through ASR Africa.” BUA expressed…

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the posting of Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) to various state commands and formations. According to a release by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer at Force Headquarters, Abuja, the objective of this posting is to enhance community engagement and communication. The newly assigned officers are tasked with the responsibility of cultivating positive relationships between the Nigeria Police Force and the communities they serve. The officers and their designated roles are as follows: – SP Ayuba Tunni Umma, posted to PPRO Zone 2, Lagos – SP Hauwa Idris…

To resolve the enduring crisis in the state that has persisted for five months, President Tinubu and senior leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have opted to employ the concept of necessity by appointing Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa as acting governor. This decision was reached on Friday during a closed-door meeting held in the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where President Tinubu, members of Akeredolu’s cabinet, and representatives from the House of Assembly of Ondo State were in attendance. Following a prolonged medical break, Governor Akeredolu returned to Germany in September and has since been recuperating at his Ibadan home,…

In Abuja, the Court of Appeal strongly criticized the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday, accusing it of displaying partisanship. The court expressed embarrassment that INEC could advocate for a party in an election dispute by disavowing documents it not only issued but also properly certified. The court lamented that INEC, meant to maintain a neutral stance in election litigations, has been acting in a biased manner, metaphorically stating that it continues to “dance naked in the market.” The court emphasized that INEC’s role should be that of an unbiased umpire, and it urged the commission to conduct itself…

The authenticity of the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Kano Governorship Judgment has sparked debates. The Court of Appeal has addressed the matter, reassuring the public that any discrepancies were merely the result of a clerical error and had no impact on the court’s decision-making process. Chief Registrar Umar M. Bangari, Esq. has provided an explanation, assuring that the clerical error will be promptly rectified once the concerned parties officially file applications for that purpose. Mr. Bangari pointed out Order 23 Rule 4 of the Court of Appeal Handbook, which empowers the court to rectify any clerical errors upon…

Justice Hakeem Oshodi of an Ikeja High Court has issued a warning to the public, urging them to refrain from leaving charms in his courtroom. The judge delivered this caution on Monday during the trial of five men accused of the murder of Ifeanyi Etunmuse. Addressing the courtroom audience, Justice Oshodi referred to a talisman that was found in the courtroom after the last adjourned date, labelling it as ‘property.’ He sternly warned against leaving such items in the courtroom, emphasizing that it should not be repeated, stating, “Do not leave your property here again. It does not work anymore.”…

On Monday, President Bola Tinubu arrived at the G20 “Compact with Africa” conference site. The event is being hosted by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the Marriot Hotel in Berlin. Accompanying President Tinubu are key officials, including the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, and the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. President Tinubu is participating in the conference alongside bilateral partners, heads of international organizations, and leaders of state and government from Compact with Africa (CwA) member nations. The discussions will…

Renowned Nollywood actress Angela Okorie candidly discusses the challenging decision to end her marriage with her ex-husband, providing insight into the deeply personal motivations that led to her choice. Angela Okorie discloses that the decision to end her marriage was a gradual process, acknowledging that she gradually “fell out of love” with her ex-husband, Chukwuma Orizu. As a single mother, she recounts feeling fatigued in her marriage due to consistent pressure from her husband’s relatives, urging her to abandon her career in entertainment. In a recent podcast hosted by her colleague Iyabo Ojo, Angela Okorie shared that despite having her…

The ancient Ewu-Urhobo kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State is currently experiencing heightened tension as women from the kingdom engage in a peaceful protest against what they perceive as the ‘forceful imposition and planned installation’ of Clement Ikolo as their king. The protesters, asserting that Ikolo is not a native of Ewu-Urhobo kingdom, directed strong words towards the state governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. On Monday, the aggrieved women, carrying placards with messages such as ‘Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, do the right thing,’ ‘Ikolo is not from Ewu,’ and ‘Ewu is a Peaceful kingdom, we don’t need crisis,’…

The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has asserted that its monetary policy reforms are yielding positive outcomes for the country’s economy. In response to the recently released inflation rate for October, a statement from the Director of the Corporate Communications Department, CBN Isa AbdulMumin, affirms the commitment to revert to an evidence-based monetary policy approach to rebuild stakeholders’ confidence in Nigeria’s financial system. In October, CBN Governor Dr. Yemi Cardoso emphasized the urgent need to discontinue unconventional monetary policies, foreign currency management, and unorthodox use of ways and means spending. Cardoso also highlighted the economic policy proposals aiming for fiscal…