Author: Safiu Kehinde

Safiu Kehinde  Search Engine giant, Google, has dedicated its Tuesday’s doodle icon to the celebration of Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary. In their usual display of solidarity to Nigeria during independence day celebration, Google changed its doodle icon to commemorate with Nigerians. Also attached to the icon displaying Nigerian flag, is a post recalling how the West African country had gained independence from Great Britain in 1960. The post also highlighted the activities of the Independence day which usually begins with a public address by the President. “On this day in 1960, the country became a sovereign republic and achieved independence…

Agency Report The Borno Government has scaled down this year’s Independence Day celebration. This is in light of the recent devastating flood disaster that struck Maiduguri Metropolis and other surrounding Local Government Areas (LGAs). The announcement was made on Monday by the State Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Professor Usman Tar, who emphasized the need for collective reflection and solidarity during this difficult time. Tar said that the decision was made as part of an effort to reflect on the challenges faced by the state and provide support to those affected by the disaster. He said that the floods,…

Safiu Kehinde  In celebration of Nigeria’s 64th Independence anniversary, Edo state governor, Godwin Obaseki, has on Monday restated his commitment to democracy in the face of pressures from different interests that seek to set the nation back. This was contained in a statement issued to commemorate the day. Obaseki affirmed that 64 after independence, Nigerians have much to be thankful for, in the face of daunting global challenges that have rocked many nations. “My dear good people of Edo State, I join you in marking Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day celebration, as we journey together on the path of building a…

Safiu Kehinde  The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has reaffirmed the suspension of the five officials in charge of crossdresser, Idris Okuneye’s (popularly known as Bobrisky) case. This was contained in a statement issued yesterday by the agency’s spokesperson, Umar Abubakar. Reacting to claims by one of the suspended officers stating that he was not served a suspension letter, NCoS frowned against the claim. They, however, maintained that the officers were suspended pending the conclusion of the investigation over their alleged involvement in the bribery scandal. The statement read in part; “The attention Of the Nigerian Correctional Service has been drawn…

Safiu Kehinde  Ahead of the planned #FearlessinOctober protest set to hold tomorrow, the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, has admonished Nigerians to protest within the limit of the law. This was contained in a statement issued by the NLC President commemoration of tomorrow’s independence day celebration as Niger clocks 64. While commending Nigerians for their resilience and sacrifice, Ajaero urged them not to give up hope on the country. Ajaero, however agitated Nigerians who are planning to protest to do so within the limit of the law. “On the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary celebration, we…

Safiu Kehinde  Ondo state governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has freed 19 inmates while granting 98 others sentence reduction across the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor, Ebenezer Adeniyan. As contained in the statement made available to NPO Reports, the initiative was recommended by the Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy. While 19 inmates were granted outright release from, others were given sentence reduction. Meanwhile some inmates on death row had their sentence converted to life imprisonment. The governor reportedly signed the release order on the 27th of September, 2024.…

Safiu Kehinde A committee member of the House of Representative has frowns over lack of document  for assessment by the committee at the ongoing interrogation on the bribery allegation involving Nigerian cross dresser, Idris Okuneye (Bobrisky), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS). Addressing the involved parties, the lawmaker, expressed her displeasure over the absence of documents for assessment by the committee before the hearing of the case. Meanwhile, she also demanded from Bobrisky’s lawyer, reasons for the cross dresser’s absence. “Before now, we are suppose to have all the necessary document before we come…

Safiu Kehinde The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has revealed why Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, was not placed in general cell. Represented by its Deputy Comptroller and spokesperson, Abubakar Danlami, NCoS at the ongoing interrogation at the House of Representative, NCoS disclosed Bobrisky’s transgender features as the reason behind agency’s decision to separate him from the general cell. Abubakar claimed Bobrisky’s life would be at risk if he had been placed in the general cell which contained convicted rapists. “The issue of someone who is transgender, but we have to protect him. His rights are sacred. “His…

Safiu Kehinde Popular Nigerian activists and social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse (VeryDarkMan) has dared to expose lawmakers’ secrets if made available to him. Following the conclusion of his interrogation by the House of Representative over bribery allegations he leaked, VDM wrapped up his report by vowing to expose the lawmakers if they indulge in any form of corruption and it got to him. “Talking about corruption, if I see a secret about you, I will tell. I am very honest. I will not fear anything. I will put it out there because Nigeria has gone so bad.” VDM said.…

Safiu Kehinde In the wake of the ongoing interrogation at the House of Representative over the bribery scandal he leaked, Nigerian Activist, Martins Vincent Otse (VeryDarkMan) has finally spoken to the the lawmakers, narrating how he got the recording. The social media influencer, who had earlier to speak on account of Bobrisky’s and EFCC Chairman’s absence, finally opened up to the lawmakers on how he had gotten the recording from a man Bobrisky owed. “How I got hold of that recording is as a result Bobrisky blackmailing someone he owes money. “According to the story, I got to realize that,…