Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Fubara Assures Rivers People Of Strength Amid Political Crisis. The suspended Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has assured the people that the ongoing political crisis in the state will ultimately strengthen them rather than weaken them. Speaking during a visit from Muslim leaders representing 20 Islamic-based groups, including the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, at his private residence in Port Harcourt, Fubara urged citizens to remain steadfast despite the prevailing tension. He acknowledged that the crisis might leave many feeling discouraged but suggested that supernatural forces may be influencing events beyond human understanding. Fubara also warned against…

Adeleke Threatens To Dethrone Rulers Of Clashing Communities In Osun. Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has issued a stern warning to traditional rulers of the warring Ifon, Erin Osun, and Ilobu communities, insisting that they must sustain the current peace in their domains or risk being dethroned. Governor Adeleke made this declaration on Monday in a statement released by his spokesperson, Mr Olawale Rasheed, amid rising concerns over potential renewed violence in the conflict-prone areas. The affected communities have been locked in longstanding boundary disputes, leading to violent clashes that have resulted in the loss of lives…

SDP National Secretary Confirms El-Rufai’s Membership. The National Secretary of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Olu Agunloye, has confirmed that former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has officially joined the party. However, his membership has sparked concerns among SDP members in Kaduna regarding the legitimacy of his registration. Speaking in an interview with *Newsnwm*, Agunloye expressed enthusiasm over El-Rufai’s decision to join the party. “Of course, we are happy to have the former governor and minister, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, in the SDP. Which party wouldn’t want such a vibrant and energetic politician? He joined on 10 March 2025,”…

Trump Condemns Vandalism At Turnberry Golf Resort, Calls Suspects “Terrorists”. U.S. President Donald Trump has condemned the vandalism of his Turnberry golf resort in Scotland, referring to the suspects as “terrorists.” The incident, which occurred in early March, saw the clubhouse defaced with red paint while parts of the course were dug up and painted with the phrase “Gaza is not for sale.” Police Scotland confirmed the arrest of a 33-year-old man, who has been charged in connection with the act. A 75-year-old man and a 66-year-old woman were also arrested but later released pending further inquiries. Reacting…

NAFDAC Alerts Public On Circulation Of Fake Anti-Malarial Drug ‘Cikatem’ Suspension. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert regarding the circulation of a falsified anti-malarial medication, ‘Cikatem’ suspension, discovered in Kano State. The counterfeit drug, identified as Cikatem (Artemether 180mg/Lumefantrine 1080mg) suspension, was uncovered at the Coordinated Wholesale Centre (CWC) in Kano following a consumer complaint. NAFDAC’s Post-Marketing Surveillance (PMS) officers conducted an investigation that led to this discovery. The falsified product bore the NAFDAC Registration Number A11-100025, which is officially assigned to Cikatem Tablet 20/120mg, not the suspension formulation,…

Zimbabwe’s President Faces Internal Party Rebellion Amid Calls For Resignation. President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe is facing growing opposition from within his own party, ZANU-PF, as calls for his resignation intensify. This development marks the most significant challenge to his leadership since he took power in a 2017 coup that ousted long-time ruler Robert Mugabe. Speaking at a recent party meeting, Mnangagwa, 82, described the demands for his removal as “treasonous” and vowed to suppress dissent. He accused internal party critics of attempting to destabilise the government, warning that any moves against his administration would be met with strong…

Edo State Governor Pays Condolence Visit To Kano Over Uromi Tragedy. In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo arrived in Kano State today to extend his condolences to the Kano State Government and the grieving families of 16 travellers who were tragically killed in Uromi, Edo State. The visit comes in the wake of a horrific incident last week, where the victims, primarily hunters from northern Nigeria, were brutally burnt alive by a mob in the Udune Efandion community of Uromi, located in Esan North-East Local Government Area. Governor Okpebholo, who touched down at the…

Benue Farmer Arrested After 13 Cows Die In Alleged Poisoning Incident. A farmer in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, identified as Mr. Bawa Oneh, was arrested on Saturday following the deaths of 13 cows in an alleged poisoning incident. The tragedy, which occurred in Ucha village, has heightened tensions in a region long plagued by conflicts between farmers and herders, with the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) condemning the act as a deliberate attack on their members’ livelihoods. According to the Benue State Police Command, the cows died after consuming rice chaff allegedly laced…

Federal Government To Close Independence Bridge On April 1 For Repairs. The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Independence Bridge (Marina-bound) in Lagos for essential maintenance and rehabilitation works. The closure will take effect from 1 April 2025 and will remain in place until the end of May 2025. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, explaining that the repairs are necessary to ensure the safety and durability of the bridge. The closure will affect traffic travelling from Ahmadu Bello Way and Adeola Odeku towards Marina, Eko Bridge,…

Lagos State To Decommission Olusosun And Solous 3 Landfills In 15 Months. The Lagos State Government has announced plans to decommission the Olusosun and Solous 3 landfills within the next 15 months as part of a broader strategy to modernise waste management in the state. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, confirmed the move, stating that preparations are already in progress to ensure a seamless transition. The Olusosun landfill, located in Lagos, spans 100 acres and is the largest dumpsite in Africa. It receives approximately 10,000 tonnes of waste daily, including electronic waste from around…

Nigerian Army Cracks Down On Oil Theft, Arrests 39 Suspects And Destroys 18 Illegal Sites. Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have intensified their fight against crude oil theft in the Niger Delta region, arresting 39 suspected oil thieves and dismantling 18 illegal refining sites in a series of coordinated operations. The operations, conducted between 24 and 30 March 2025, were part of an ongoing crackdown against crude oil theft (COT) and related criminal activities. In collaboration with other security agencies, the troops seized over 60,000 litres of stolen petroleum products along with various equipment used in illegal…

Edison Ehie Alleges N5 Billion Bribe Offer For Fubara’s Impeachment. The Chief of Staff to the suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, Edison Ehie, has alleged that he was offered a N5 billion bribe to impeach his principal while serving as a leader in the Rivers State House of Assembly. Ehie disclosed that he would soon reveal the identity of the individual behind the offer. Speaking on Channels Television on Sunday night, Ehie also accused the suspended Speaker, Martins Amaewhule, of orchestrating the bombing of the Rivers State Assembly complex in 2023. He claimed that only the Speaker had…