Author: Safiu Kehinde
Safiu Kehinde is a Graduate of Mass Communications. He is passionate about accurate reporting and interested in investigating socio-political issues.
Says Attacks on Dissent Voices Have Surpassed Military Dictatorship Safiu Kehinde Former Nigerian Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has claimed alleged assaults on civil society and journalists by the Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration have surpassed the experience under military dictatorship. Reacting to the arrest of the Nigerian Labour Congress’ (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero, and invasion of the Socio-Economic Rights & Accountability Project Group’s (SERAP) by officials of the Department of State Service (DSS) yesterday, Atiku described the events as disturbing. He accused the Federal Government of disrupting the nations democratic values in a post on his official X handle on Tuesday.…
Safiu Kehinde In the wake of the massive flood that ravaged Maiduguri on Tuesday, Nigerian Vice Preisdent, Kashim Shettima has arrived the Borno state capital city. This was disclosed in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications, Stanley Nkwocha. As contained in the statement, Shettima, arrived at the flood infested capital city for an on-the-spot assessment. He expressed deep concern over the situation while directing government agencies to provide relief for victims of the disaster. “Disturbed by the devastating floods across the country, Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport en…
Safiu Kehinde Super Eagles have been held to a goalless draw by Rwanda at the ongoing 2025 African Cup of Nations Qualifiers. The Nigerian National team endured a frustrating afternoon at the Amahoro stadium, Kigali, as the Wasps kept them at bay. Fresh from their 3-0 victory over Benin Republic, Super Eagles travelled to Kigali where they faced off against Rwanda. Nigeria established dominance at the first half as they surged for early an early lead. However, impressive performance from Rwanda’s goalkeeper, Fiacre Ntwali, denied the Super Eagles of several chances- including a solo drive from Ademola Lookman. Prior to…
Safiu Kehinde Several inmates are currently at large following prison break at Maiduguri Custodial facility due to flooding which hit the Borno state capital city on Tuesday. Accident to reports, unconfirmed number of inmates have escaped from the correctional centre following an extensive damage caused by the flood to the prison facility. Rising waters have breached security barriers and weakened structural supports, allowing inmates to break free from their confinement. Meanwhile, authorities have confirmed that the escapees were considered highly dangerous and may be armed, heightening the threat to public safety in the State already facing insurgency. However, a manhunt…
Safiu Kehinde Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has expressed concern over Maiduguri flood disaster. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday. According to the statement, the disaster was triggered by the overflow of Alau Dam. Tinubu expressed his condolences to affected residents and the state government while assuring them of providing humanitarian needs. He ordered for the evacuation of people from the affected areas while chrarging the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to assist the flood victims, The flood is described as the worst in…
Safiu Kehinde The All Progressive Congress (APC) Edo State Chapter has refused to sign peace accord ahead on the state’s gubernatorial election. This was disclosed in a post on X following the Edo State Security Summit on Tuesday. According to post, APC Representatives refused to sign the accord as they demanded for justice over attacks experienced during their campaign. “There can be no peace without justice. We will not sign the peace accord if no steps are taken to apprehend all those who attacked us during our campaign because we know they are from the Government House.” The representatives had…
Safiu Kehinde President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed his Vice, Kashim Shettima, to proceed to Maiduguri over flood disaster which hit Borno capital city on Tuesday. As contained in a statement made available to NPO Reports, Shettima disclosed the President’s directive during the 17th Annual Banking and Finance Conference (CIBN) held in Abuja. While stressing that the whole city has been overtaken by flood, Shettima noted that the situation is not peculiar to Borno state as it cuts across other Nigerian states among which include Bayelsa and Sokoto. ”After this meeting with the consent of the President, I will rush…
Safiu Kehinde Hollywood actor, Tyrese Gibson, has been arrested on Monday in Atlanta over unpaid child support. The actor renowned for his role in the Fast and Furious franchise was presented at a court hearing where he was ordered to pay upwards of $73,000 to his former partner by a judge to avoid jail time, according to court records. Gibson appeared in Fulton County Superior Court for the latest hearing in his ongoing battle with ex-wife Samantha Lee, with whom he shares a daughter, Soraya. He was ordered to pay $10,690 a month in child support in April 2023, but…
Safiu Kehinde Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources has, on Tuesday, raided Sheraton-Opebi link bridge, evicting illegal squatters residing under the bridge. This was disclosed by the state’s Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, in a post on his official X handle. As contained in video clips attached to the post, officials of the Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) could be seen evacuating the illegal squatters whom Wahab labelled as ‘miscreant’, from the settlement. “Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources commenced clearance of miscreants and illegal squatters under Sheraton-Opebi link bridge where illegal…
Safiu Kehinde Nigerian First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has, yesterday, paid a condolence visit to Turai Yar’Adua, wife of later Nigerian President, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, following the death of her mother-in-law. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Senior Special Adviser to the First Lady, Busola Kukoyi. According to the statement, the first lady, in company of the wife of the the Vice President, Nana Shettima, and other lawmakers’ wives visited the Abuja residence of the former President where they met with the Yar’Adua family to mourn the death of Hajia Dada Yar’Adua. Addressing the family, Oluremi pointed out…