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Author: Doris Israel Ijeoma

  • Gov, Eno Appoints Daughter as Acting First Lady

    Gov, Eno Appoints Daughter as Acting First Lady

    Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has named his daughter, Helen Eno-Obareki, as the Acting First Lady of the state.

    This appointment follows the recent demise of his wife, Pastor Patience Eno.

     The decision was made public during a condolence visit by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, in Uyo.

    As First Lady, Helen Eno-Obareki continues the legacy and initiatives started by her late mother, particularly the Golden Initiative For All.

     Governor Eno expressed confidence in Helen’s ability to carry forward the projects and values her mother embodied.

    He addressed rumors about the possibility of remarrying, humorously dismissing such claims, stating that he has no intention of paying another bride price. 

    The move to appoint his daughter reflects the governor’s commitment to sustaining the legacy of his late wife, both in public service and within the family.

  • LG Elections: Explosion Rocks APC Secretariat

    LG Elections: Explosion Rocks APC Secretariat

    A loud explosion occurred at the All Progressives Congress (APC) secretariat in Rivers State, causing widespread destruction.

     The incident took place along Aba Road in Port Harcourt, just hours before the scheduled Local Government Council elections. 

    Dynamites were reportedly used in the attack, which severely damaged the secretariat’s structure, pulling down the gate and destroying doors, windows, and other property. 

    The blast caused panic in the surrounding area as residents fled for safety. 

    Further updates on the situation are expected.

  • Implement agreements now, ASUU tells FG

    Implement agreements now, ASUU tells FG

    The Yola zone of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called on the federal government to stop delaying action in its dealings with the union and to fully implement previously agreed-upon terms.
    In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 2, just a week before the expiration of a new two-week ultimatum given to the government by ASUU’s national leadership, the Yola Zone emphasized the need for urgent action.
    The Yola Zone, which includes six branches—Modibbo Adama University Yola, University of Maiduguri, Federal University Gashua, Taraba State University Jalingo, Adamawa State University Mubi, and Yobe State University Damaturu—criticized the government’s failure to honor agreements made over the years, citing it as the core issue in their strained relationship.
    “It does not make sense for the federal government to be consistently reneging on the agreement,” the ASUU Yola Zone said in its statement released in Yola by the Zonal Chairman, Dani Mamman.
    The union asked the Federal Government to stop toying with the future of Nigerians by implementing in particular the agreement reached in 2022 with ASUU which led to the suspension of the strike that year.
    “The failure of government to implement contents of several memoranda of understanding and action between 2013 and 2022 has particularly hampered access to wholesome industrial harmony in public universities,” the union said.
    It added that although the union had on August 21 2024 issued a 21-day ultimatum for the resolution of all the issues in contention since 2009, nothing tangible has changed.
    “Let us make it crystal clear that at the end of two additional weeks that our union (National leadership) gave the federal government if nothing concrete comes out, our members will not hesitate to withdraw our services,” the Yola Zone ASUU stated.
  • 10 Killed In Lagos Road Accident As Commercial Bus Crashes Into Stationary Truck

    10 Killed In Lagos Road Accident As Commercial Bus Crashes Into Stationary Truck

    Tragedy struck in the early hours of Wednesday along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway when a commercial bus ran into a stationary truck, killing 10 passengers, including three children.
    The accident occurred near Abule-Osun, heading towards Iyana-Iba.
    Three passengers miraculously survived the crash and were immediately rushed to the hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment.
    The incident reportedly took place at around 2:15 a.m. on October 2, 2024.
    An eyewitness, Anthony Ogah, recounted the heartbreaking event, explaining that the bus, a Toyota Sienna with registration number BDG 342 FS, was fully loaded with passengers travelling from the eastern part of Nigeria.
    The bus, allegedly speeding, rammed into the back of a parked SHACMAN truck that had no visible registration number.
    The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyitolu, confirmed that excessive speeding was a primary factor in the fatal accident.
    “Further investigations revealed that the truck, which was laden with granite, was parked on the road shutting down about half of the carriageway, while the Toyota Sienna on top speed, unknowingly crashed into the parked truck from behind.
    “Unfortunately,10 passengers lost their lives to the unfortunate incident, while three were critically injured.
    “One out of the two initial surviving female adults of the crash later died. The dead passengers include; three male adults, four female adults, two female children and one male child.
    “The female adult, and the two rescued children, fortunately, survived the crash after receiving immediate medical attention from Lagos State Ambulance Service, LASAMBUS at the incident scene before they were subsequently, taken to Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH, Ikeja for further treatment.
    “Emergency responders, including LASEMA and officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, promptly rescued the injured passengers,” Oke-Osanyitolu stated.
    Emergency responders, including personnel from LASEMA, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Nigerian Police, and the State Environmental Health Monitoring Unit (SEHMU), quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation.
    SEHMU officials evacuated the bodies of the victims to the mortuary.
  • Tinubu inspects guard of honour to commemorate 64th Independence anniversary

    Tinubu inspects guard of honour to commemorate 64th Independence anniversary

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led the nation in commemorating Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary on October 1st by inspecting a guard of honour at Eagle Square in Abuja.

     

    The event, attended by dignitaries, military personnel, and citizens, was marked by colourful displays of Nigeria’s cultural heritage and the grandeur of the military parade.

     

    This was disclosed in a video by the Special assistant to the president on social media, Dada Olusegun on Tuesday, October 1.

     

    The caption reads: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu inspects a guard of honour to Commemorate 64th Independence Anniversary Celebrations”

     

  • Key Highlights From Tinubu’s 64th Independence Anniversary Speech

    Key Highlights From Tinubu’s 64th Independence Anniversary Speech

    President Bola Tinubu addressed the nation on October 1, 2024, marking Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary.
    In his speech, he outlined the steps his administration is taking to tackle current challenges and implement reforms.
    Tinubu acknowledged the economic struggles many Nigerians face, emphasizing the government’s commitment to finding sustainable solutions.
    He noted that, since taking office, his administration has reformed the political and defense sectors to foster long-term progress.
    In the area of security, Tinubu highlighted successes in the fight against terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings.
    He announced that over 300 Boko Haram and bandit commanders have been eliminated, and efforts to completely eradicate these threats are ongoing.
    The President also announced the approval of a Disaster Relief Fund aimed at mobilizing both public and private resources for faster responses to emergencies, particularly after recent flooding in the country.
    Tinubu revealed that foreign direct investments totaling more than $30 billion have been secured within the last year due to ongoing reforms.
    Furthermore, the Central Bank’s policies have stabilized the foreign exchange market, reducing the country’s debt service ratio.
    Plans to implement the Supreme Court ruling on local government financial autonomy were also disclosed.
    Additionally, Tinubu reassured citizens that his administration is working on multiple initiatives to lower the cost of living, particularly food prices.
    He spoke on the government’s push for energy transition, including the use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in mass transit, a move aimed at reducing transportation costs across the nation.
    In conclusion, Tinubu announced the launch of a National Youth Conference, set to unite the country’s youth in shaping policies on education, employment, and social justice.
     This 30-day event is expected to foster collaborative solutions for the nation’s future.
  • Tinubu To Address Nigerians On Independence Day 

    Tinubu To Address Nigerians On Independence Day 

    Barring last minute changes, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will make a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 7 a.m.

     

    The broadcast is part of activities to commemorate the 64th Independence Anniversary of the nation.

     

    Television, radio stations and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria for the broadcast.

     

     

  • Bribery saga: Bobrisky absent as VDM, Adeyanju, others storm NASS

    Bribery saga: Bobrisky absent as VDM, Adeyanju, others storm NASS

    The investigation into the alleged N15 million bribery involving controversial cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, has commenced in the House.
    The hearing, held by the House Committees on Financial Crimes and Reformatory Institutions, began around 2:05 p.m. following the arrival of Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, and his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju.
    It will be recalled that the scandal started after VeryDarkMan released a voice recording allegedly of Bobrisky, claiming EFCC officials demanded N15 million to drop the money laundering charge against him.
    In the recording, Bobrisky also claimed that he never spent a day in prison after his conviction, stating that his godfather arranged for him to serve his term in a lodge instead of a jail, a comment that implicated the Nigerian Correctional Services.
    However, at the time of filing this report, Bobrisky did not attend the hearing; instead, his lawyer appeared on his behalf.
  • ASUU issues additional 14-day ultimatum to FG over university crises

    ASUU issues additional 14-day ultimatum to FG over university crises

    It has been one day one trouble as the nation’s leadership grapples with a deluge of challenges with the latest being another 14-day ultimatum issued by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to the Federal Government to resolve ongoing issues affecting the public university system.
    During a press conference in Owerri on Monday, September 30, ASUU zonal coordinator Dr. Dennis Aribodor stated that the Federal Government’s inaction has worsened crises within public universities, noting, “Lecturers are hungry and angry.”
    Key issues highlighted by Dr. Aribodor include the need to renegotiate the 2009 FGN/ASUU Agreement based on the Nimi Briggs Committee’s Draft Agreement of 2021, the payment of three-and-a-half months’ withheld salaries from the 2022 strike, and the release of unpaid salaries for staff on sabbatical, part-time, and adjunct appointments impacted by IPPIS.
    Additional concerns involve outstanding third-party deductions, funding for the revitalization of public universities, the payment of Earned Academic Allowances (EAA), measures to prevent the proliferation of universities, the implementation of visitation panel reports, and the acceptance of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) as a replacement for IPPIS.
    Dr. Aribodor maintained that ASUU remains committed to dialogue and collective bargaining. However, he warned that the union should not be held responsible for any industrial disharmony arising from the government’s failure to address these issues.
    “In view of the foregoing, ASUU has resolved to give the Nigerian Government another 14 days, in addition to the earlier 21 days, beginning from Monday, 23 September 2024 during which all the lingering issues should be satisfactorily addressed. ASUU should not be held responsible for any industrial disharmony that may arise from the government’s failure to seize the new opportunity offered by ASUU to nip the looming crisis in the bud.
    “We call on all well-meaning Nigerians to prevail on governments to address these outstanding issues,” Dr. Aribodor said.
    The union also urged the Anambra and Imo State governments to address the welfare issues of its members at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, and Imo State University, Owerri.
  • Nigeria Customs Service denies stories about ongoing recruitment 

    Nigeria Customs Service denies stories about ongoing recruitment 

    The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has denied stories making the round in some media circles that it is currently carrying out a recruitment exercise.
    It made the rebuttal via their official social media channels, emphasizing the need for citizens to stay informed by relying on verified sources for accurate updates regarding the NCS.
    In a bid to combat misinformation, the NCS urged individuals to regularly check their official social media platforms to avoid falling victim to recruitment scams or false announcements.
    The clarification comes as a response to increasing inquiries about potential recruitment drives.
    The NCS encouraged citizens to be vigilant and only engage with official channels for the latest information.