Author: Safiu Kehinde

Safiu Kehinde The newly appointed Service Chiefs have pledged their commitment to secure the territorial integrity of Nigeria and The appointees who gave the assurance on Wednesday before the House of Representatives military joint committee, pledged to tackle insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, and other forms of criminality across the country. In his presentation, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) designate, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, said that nomination of the new service chiefs was part of President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to reposition the leadership of the Armed Forces. He said that addressing the nation’s security challenges required collective effort, robust inter-agency collaboration, and stronger…

Safiu Kehinde The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has faulted claims of genocidal on Christians in Nigeria as purported by the United States Congress. NPO Reported that a US Congressman, Sen Ted Cruz, had raised a bill from the legislative chamber to add Nigeria under the list of Country of Particular Concern as he alleged that over 50,000 Christians have been killed in what he labelled genocidal attack in the country. The lawmaker’s allegation had since sparked mixed reactions and concerns which still lingers on. Speaking in an interview on CNN’s The Exchange on Wednesday, Idris faulted…

Safiu Kehinde The Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Bayo Ojulari, has given update on the ongoing reassessment of the Warri, Port Harcourt, and Kaduna refineries. Recall that Ojulari had on resumption as NNPC boss shutdown the operation of the Port Harcourt refinery which was initially reopened in November 2024. He had on assumption to office in April this year declared the closure of the refinery over “planned maintenance and sustainability assessment.” Ojulari, in a post on his X handle yesterday, gave update on the state of the refinery as well as those…

The United States President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would not seek a third term in office, a marked shift after months of teasing the idea despite constitutional limits, but it was unclear whether it was his final word on the matter. Trump, who is known for changing his mind on major issues, was speaking to reporters on Air Force One during his Asia trip. His flirtation with the idea has alarmed opponents and constitutional experts, who say a third term would test the 22nd Amendment, which states no person shall be elected to the presidency more than twice. “If…

Safiu Kehinde The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded the arrest of 45,853 suspects while securing 9,263 convictions in 30 months. Also recorded by the agency is the seizure of over 8.5 million kilograms of assorted illicit drugs. Coupled with the arrests and conviction, a total of 26,613 drug users was also recorded to have undergone counselling and rehabilitation in the NDLEA’s treatment facilities across the country. The agency’s Chairman/ Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd) made the disclosure during his address at the presentation of commendation letters and awards to 220 personnel for outstanding performance…

Safiu Kehinde Julius Bokorun, the Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs to former Bayelsa State Governor, Timipre Sylva, debunked claims of his principal’s involvement in the alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu. This is coming hours after the Abuja residence of the ex-Bayelsa governor was raided by the Nigerian Army personnel with his brother reportedly arrest. An exclusive report by Sahara Reporters had suggested that the raid was conducted over Sylva’s alleged connection with the coup plot which had since led to the detention of 16 senior military officers. While confirming the raid of the ex-Bayelsa governor’s house,…

Safiu Kehinde The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has sought the forfeiture of the Lagos nightclub owned by Nigerian socialite Mike Nwogu, popularly known as Pretty Mike, following raid of drug party. NPO Reported that the agency had on Sunday raided the Proxy Night Club, located at 7 Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. Pretty, alongside over 100 attendees of the alleged drug party and his manager, Joachin Milary, were arrested during the raid. The organisers of the event were alleged to have circulated flyers inviting people to the party which was themed ‘drug party’. Recounting how the party…

Safiu Kehinde The House of Representatives has approved President Bola Tinubu’s $2.35 billion external loan request to help finance part of Nigeria’s 2025 budget deficit. Also approved by the green chamber during its plenary session on Wednesday was the issuance of a $500 million sovereign sukuk in the international market. This was reportedly aimed at supporting infrastructure development and diversify government funding sources. The approvals followed the adoption of a report by the House Committee on Aids, Loans and Debt Management. In line with the 2025 Appropriation Act, the House endorsed the implementation of N1.84 trillion (about $1.23 billion) in…

Relocates Presidential Advisory Committee on Prerogative of Mercy Safiu Kehinde President Bola Tinubu has finally bowed to pressure as he removed the name of Maryam Sanda, who was sentenced to death over murder of her husband, Biliyaminu Bello, and others convicted of various crimes from the list of Presidential pardon. The President’s decision is coming weeks after backlash over his pardon and grant of clemency to Sanda and convicts of severe crimes, including kidnapping, drug offenses, human trafficking, fraud, and illegal firearms possession or trafficking. Tinubu, in a review of the list, ordered the removal of the names while also…

Safiu Kehinde The African Action Congress (AAC) party has condemned the sexist joke against its candidate for the 2025 Anambra Gubernatorial election, Chioma Ifemeludike. NPO earlier Reported that Ifemeludike had become subject of online troll and sexist comment following the Nollywood actress’ post on X handle on Tuesday, declaring the commencement of her campaign for the November election. As seen in the post, Ifemeludike had attached pictures of her on a sleeveless black gown. However, one of the pictures which captured the actress flaunting her backside tend to have distracted some netizens from the original intent of the post as…