Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

INEC Declares Petition For Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Recall Non-Compliant. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has ruled that the petition seeking to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, does not meet the necessary requirements. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, disclosed that the commission reached this decision during its regular weekly meeting on 25th March 2025. Deficiencies in the Recall Petition Olumekun explained that the petition, submitted by representatives of the Kogi Central Senatorial District, was accompanied by six bags of documents containing signatures…

Lagos State To Install 3,000 Smart Cameras For Enhanced Road Safety. The Lagos State Government has unveiled plans to install 3,000 smart cameras across the state to improve road safety and traffic management. The Director of the Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS), Mr Akin-George Fashola, disclosed this initiative during a radio programme monitored by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday. According to him, the cameras will serve as electronic policing (e-policing) tools to enforce road safety regulations and monitor speed limits effectively. Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) for Safer Roads  Fashola explained that the initiative is part of…

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Denies Apology Claims Amid Recall Petition. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi West) has refuted claims that she apologised to the Senate over her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. She described the reports as a desperate attempt to silence her, reaffirming her commitment to standing by her claims. Meanwhile, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has received a petition seeking her recall, following a ruling by the Federal High Court in Lokoja that vacated an earlier injunction restraining the commission from accepting the process. Senator Vows to Stand Her Ground In a statement on…

South Africa Faces Potential Points Deduction In World Cup Qualifiers Over Ineligible Player Controversy. South Africa’s journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has hit a dramatic snag, with the nation’s football team, Bafana Bafana, at risk of losing three crucial points in their African qualifying campaign. The controversy centres around midfielder Teboho Mokoena, who is alleged to have been ineligible to play in their recent 2-0 victory against Lesotho on Friday, 21 March. Reports emerging today indicate that Mokoena, a key figure in the South African midfield, had accumulated two yellow cards in prior qualifying matches—first in a 2-1…

Five Escaped Inmates Recaptured As Authorities Intensify Search In Kogi. Security forces in Kogi State have recaptured five of the inmates who escaped from the Koton Karfe Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC) on Monday morning. However, seven others remain at large, prompting an intensive manhunt. The spokesperson for the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Abubakar Umar, confirmed that all the escapees were Awaiting Trial Inmates (ATI). He assured the public that efforts are in full swing to apprehend the remaining fugitives. Security Agencies Mobilised for Search  Umar revealed that a search operation involving all security agencies, including local vigilantes, has…

South Sudan National Team Stranded In Libya As Passports Seized. In a troubling repeat of past incidents, the South Sudan national football team found themselves stranded at an airport in Libya for three hours on Monday, with their passports confiscated by local officials. The team, who had arrived in Benghazi from Cairo at 10:12 AM local time, faced a frustrating ordeal that echoes similar experiences endured by Nigeria and Benin in the North African nation. According to reports, no representatives from the South Sudan Football Association were present at the airport to facilitate the team’s entry, leaving the players and…

Governor Umo Eno Secures 30,000 Free Tickets For Super Eagles’ World Cup Qualifier. Football fans in Akwa Ibom State are set for an electrifying experience as Governor Pastor Umo Eno has purchased 30,000 tickets for supporters ahead of the Super Eagles’ crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe. The match is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 25th March 2025, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. This generous initiative is part of the governor’s commitment to rallying massive support for the Nigerian national team as they push for a place in the prestigious tournament. The free tickets will…

Suspected Vandal Arrested As PHED Warns Against Electricity Theft. The Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Plc (PHED) has confirmed the arrest of a suspected vandal, Moses Joel, who was caught attempting to steal critical power assets worth millions of Naira. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, March 15, in Eteo, Eleme Local Council, Rivers State. The suspect, a young man in his twenties from Delta State, was apprehended by vigilant residents who had been keeping watch due to rising criminal activities in the area. Joel was caught pulling down poles insulated with copper, allegedly intending to…

Police Arrest Three For Breaching Curfew In Osun. The Osun State Police Command has arrested three individuals for violating the dusk-to-dawn curfew imposed on warring communities following ongoing boundary disputes. The curfew, declared by Governor Ademola Adeleke, aims to curb violence between Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun communities, which have suffered significant loss of lives and property due to persistent clashes. Confirming the arrests, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Adeola Adeoye, assured residents that law enforcement agencies, in collaboration with sister security agencies, would ensure the strict enforcement of the curfew. He reiterated the commitment of security operatives…

Emir Sanusi Urges Peace Amid Emirate Dispute, Warns Against Unrest. The Emir of Kano, Lamido Sanusi, has urged residents to remain law-abiding and avoid actions that could provoke unrest in the city, as tensions surrounding his reinstallation continue to rise. In a voice statement in Hausa, shared by Premier Radio Kano on Facebook, the Emir cautioned those opposing his return to the throne, stating that their resistance was against the will of God and would not end well. “We are calling on the people to be law-abiding citizens. This conflict is not about me; they are fighting what…

Youth Minister Dismisses Alleged Threats Against NYSC Member Raye, Confirms New Allowance Payment. The Nigerian Minister of Youth, Ayodele Olawande, has refuted claims that a young critic of President Bola Tinubu’s administration was threatened, assuring that the government upholds freedom of expression. He also confirmed that the new National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) allowance will take effect by the end of this month. Speaking on a popular television programme this evening, Olawande addressed concerns regarding Raye, an NYSC member recently posted to Lagos, who had criticised government policies. He clarified that Raye was merely exercising her fundamental right to…

Mia Love, First Black Republican Congresswoman, Dies At  49. Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to the United States Congress, has passed away at the age of 49 in Utah. Her family confirmed that she died peacefully on Sunday at her home in Saratoga Springs, surrounded by loved ones. A daughter of Haitian immigrants, Love made history in 2014 when she was elected to represent Utah in the US House of Representatives. She served two terms before narrowly losing her re-election bid in 2018. Her daughter, Abigale, had revealed earlier this month that Love’s condition had…