Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
Well-known transporter, Muihili Adebayo, has been abducted by unknown gunmen ,killing his son and leaving his wife critically injured after sustaining gunshot wounds. The incident occurred on Wednesday night at Adebayo’s residence in the Shagari area of Owo Local Government Area. It was gathered that Adebayo was ambushed and whisked away by the gunmen while his wife was shot by the assailants when she resisted. She was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Owo, where she has been in coma since then. “She is currently recovering in a private hospital, but the boy died on the spot. The mother…
…Debunks Death Rumors The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has dismissed cirulating rumors of his death, stating that he write condolence letters to those who wished him dead. He made the assertion while speaking with Journalists on an inspection tour of the Justices’ Quarters and other projects under construction on Thursday. This is following reports that he slumped and was flown to France for medical treatment. The Minister has therefore debunked the rumors stating that he did not collapse and neither did he show any sign of health problem. “First of all, I am a human…
…Apologizes to Lagosians Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has stated that the repair of the Independence Bridge was carefully planned in order to avert a potenial disaster. He made this known while on a visit to the area on Thursday morning to inspect the level of work done. Recall that NPO reported that the closure of the Independence/Marina Inward Bridge had led to the gridlock which forced many motorists to abandoned their vehicles after hours of standstill. This development however led to outrage from many Nigerians across the country as well as social media. In response to this, Sanwo-Olu…
Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, a 15-year-old Nigerian artist, has broken the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the Largest Painting, unveiling the world’s largest art canvas by an individual. The record-breaking artwork, titled “Impossibility is a Myth,” was revealed in Abuja on the 2nd of April, 2025coinciding with World Autism Awareness Day. The awe-inspiring canvas, measuring 12,303 square meters, more than twice the size of a football field, surpassed the previous record by nearly 3,000 square meters. The unveiling at Eagles’ Square was attended by civil society groups, diplomats, traditional rulers, top government officials, and stakeholders in the arts and culture sector. Tagbo-Okeke…
The Ebonyi Government has debunked reports that Gov. Francis Nwifuru ordered the arrest of five Commissioners over delay in delivery and breach of contracts. This was contained in a statement issued by the Chairman of the Ebonyi Executive Council (EXCO) committee on Supervision and Completion of two state housing projects, Chief Donatus Ilang in Abakaliki. The projects are the 140 housing units for the Izzo and Amaze communities, which were displaced by the Ezilo/Ezza Ezilo communal crisis in Ishielu Local Government Area. Ilang, who is also the Commissioner for Border, Peace and Conflict Resolution, described the report as “false and unfounded”. “No commissioner…
Agency Report The Yovoyan community in Badagry, Lagos, was thrown into mourning on Tuesday morning when an ex-police officer, allegedly shot and killed two family members and one other person over a land dispute. A Correspondent of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) learnt that Mr Richard Atideka, Mrs Latevi Atideka, both from Yovoyan community, and Mr Muji Onilude from the neighboring Gberefu community, were killed by the ex-police officer and his accomplice. A survivour of the attack, Mr David Atideka, recounted the harrowing experience, stating that the incident occurred between 2:00 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. in the Atideka compound.…
A pro-democracy group, The Democratic Front (TDF) on Wednesday defended President Bola Tinubu’s proclamation of State of Emergency in Rivers. The Chairman, TDF, Malam Danjuma Muhammad, made the assertion in a statement. The TDF described the action as a bold move to prevent a total breakdown of law and order following protracted political rancour between the Executive and Legislative arms of government. “We recall that less than a week before the presidential proclamation, the President hosted the leadership of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) in Abuja where he advised on quick implementation of the Supreme Court Judgement that recognised…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has urged States and relevant authorities to step up enforcement of road safety regulations, particularly regarding truck standards and driver behavior. The FRSC spokesman, Olusegun Ogungbemide, made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja. He expressed concerns over the poor condition of trucks on Nigerian roads, citing issues like poor vehicle maintenance, speeding, and disregard for traffic regulations as contributing factors to road accidents. Addressing concerns following the recent tanker explosion on the Nyanya–Mararaba expressway, Ogungbemide said that the crash was caused by a cement-laden…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to embark on a two-weeks working visit to Paris, France. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed in a statement that the President will depart today, Wednesday. During the visit, the President will appraise his administration’s midterm performance and assess key milestones. He will also use the retreat to review the progress of ongoing reforms and engage in strategic planning ahead of his administration’s second anniversary. This period of reflection will inform plans to deepen ongoing reforms and accelerate national development priorities in the coming year. According to…
The Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has ordered the arrest of six commissioners over their alleged involvement in breach of a contract for the construction of 140 housing units for Izzo and Amaze communities. The arrested commissioners were Professor Omari Omaka, (Tertiary Education), Victor Chukwu, (Environment) Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Mr Ifeanyi Ogbuewu. Others include the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Uchenna Igwe, Commissioner for Health, Moses Ekuma, Commissioner for Project Monitoring, Felix Igboke and the Chairman of Afikpo Local Government Area, Mr Timothy Nwach. The Chairman of Afikpo Local Government Area, Mr Timothy Nwachi, was…