Author: Safiu Kehinde

Safiu Kehinde Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule has sacked the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Muhammad Ubandona-Aliyu, and all commissioners in his cabinet. This was contained in a statement signed by Mohammed Illiyasu-Idde, Permanent Secretary Cabinet Affairs and Special Duties, Office of the SSG on Friday in Lafia. According to the statement, the dissolution is with effect from Friday, Jan. 3, 2025. “By this development, all outgoing commissioners are to hand over the affairs of their ministries and all government property in their possession to the Permanent Secretaries of their respective ministries. “The Secretary to the Government of Nasarawa…

Safiu Kehinde President Bola Tinubu will be making his first official visit to Enugu State on Saturday to inaugurate some projects executed by the state governor, Peter Mbah. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, in Enugu. According to Onyia, the President will be in attendance at the inauguration of some of the projects initiated by Mbah’s administration such as 30 completed Enugu Smart Green Schools, 60 completed Type 2 Primary Healthcare Centres, and 90 completed urban roads amongst others. “The Enugu State Government is happy to announce…

Safiu Kehinde Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus, has begged her fans to put her in their prayers as she revealed the struggles she has been having to have children of her own. Badmus, who is also an aide to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbass, made the plea while speaking at the Feed the Needy Initiative held in Shogunle, area of Lagos state. As seen in a now viral video shared on X on Friday, the actress broke down in tears as she delivered her hand written speech at the event. “Please continue to pray for me.…

Pays Visit to Oba of Lagos Safiu Kehinde President Bola Tinubu has on Friday observed Jumat prayer at the Lagos Central mosque, Lagos Island. This according to State house correspondent, Musbau Dan-Wahab, would mark the President’s third Jummah prayer on the yuletide break in Lagos. Addressing the congregation, the Chief Imam, Sulaimon Oluwatoyin Abou-Nolla, admonished them on justice and fairness in their everyday dealing. He urged the congregants to always demonstrate the spirit of love and goodness as there is no reward for good other than good. After the two-standing prayer, the imam led a special prayer for the President…

Safiu Kehinde Kogi state government has vowed to reclaim all illegally housing units in the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday. As contained in the statement made available to NPO Reports, the State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, expressed distress over the alarming issue of illegal occupation of properties under the National Housing Program (NHP) in the state. The NHP, according to th statement, is a national initiative, aims to provide accessible, sustainable, and affordable housing solutions for all kogites Meanwhile , the Commissioner noted that recent assessments reveal that approximately 85%…

Safiu Kehinde Labour Party’s 2023 Presidential candidate, Peter Obi has described the ordeal of Human Rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, as an example of courage in the face of adversity with his bold stand for good governance. Obi stated this in a post on his official X handle on Friday following his visit to the embattled lawyer. “Dele Farotimi exemplifies courage in the face of adversity, consistently taking bold stands for good governance in our nation. I wish him a fruitful and productive year as we continue to work together toward the development of our country.” Obi wrote. Recall…

Safiu Kehinde The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Moshood Abiola National Stadium amongst others are set to experience two weeks interrupted power supply on account of a scheduled relocation of electricity feeder and a transmission line tower. This was announced by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) in a statement issued on their official X handle on Friday. According to the statement, residents are billed to experience power disruption between 6th to 21st of January on account of FCDA’s plan to relocate 33KV DC Airport Feeder and 132KV Kukwaba Apo Transmission Power Line Towers along the Outer…

Safiu Kehinde The Nigeria Customs Service, Tincan Island Port Command, has dismissed the N76 million extortion claim filed against the Command by a 70-year-old United States Returnee identified as Olukayode David-Albert. As contained in a statement issued by its Public Relations Officer, SC Ngozi Okwara, on Tuesday 31 December 2024, and shared on the Service Facebook page on Friday, NCS disclosed that David-Albert had claimed that Customs officials demanded N76 million to clear his two vehicles and personal belongings. The Tincan Island Port Command, however, explained that while Nigerian citizens who have resided outside Nigeria for at least nine months…

Two people have died and 18 others were injured after a small plane crashed into a commercial building in southern California, officials say. Ten people were taken to hospital with injuries, the Fullerton Police Department said in a post on X on Thursday afternoon. Eight others were treated for injuries and released at the scene. The single-engine Van’s RV-10 crashed at 14:15PST (20:15GMT), according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Officials have provided no further details about how the crash occurred. It is unclear whether the two people who died were workers or were on board the plane. Police say they…

Safiu Kehinde The Borno State Urban Planning and Development Board (BSUPDB) has banned street hawking and other illegal activities in Maiduguri metropolis. This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the General Manager of the board, Mr Limán Mustapha,l. According to Mustapha, the ban was in accordance with the Borno State Urban Planning and Development Law of 2002. He said the board banned street hawking, operation of tricycle operators and generator mechanics around Post Office and Monday Market areas of Maiduguri. Mustapha also announced ban on any activity on pedestrian walkways, junctions and roundabouts, sale of engine oil on…