Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

President Tinubu Submits Bill For Regional System Of Government. President Bola Tinubu has submitted an executive bill to the National Assembly, signalling a transformative step towards a regional system of government in Nigeria. Govima News report. This significant move is set to decentralise power, granting greater autonomy to the country’s regions and addressing long-standing national issues. Key Implications of the Bill: Greater Autonomy: Each region will have increased control over its affairs, allowing for more tailored governance that reflects the unique needs of different areas. Increased Representation: The bill promises to amplify regional voices, ensuring that local perspectives are…

Kogi Police Ban Use Of Vehicles With Covered Number Plates. The Kogi State Police Command has announced a ban on the use of vehicles with covered number plates, as well as unregistered vehicles and motorcycles, across the state. This directive was issued by the state’s Commissioner of Police, Bethrand Onuoha, in a statement released on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP William Ovye Aya. The ban was deemed necessary after intelligence revealed that criminals have been using vehicles with obscured number plates to carry out illegal activities. “It has become an obstacle in checkmating crime and criminality…

Senate Launches Investigation Into NDLEA’s Drug Trafficking Allegations Against Senator Ashiru. The Nigerian Senate has established an ad-hoc committee to investigate allegations of drug trafficking levelled against Senator Oyelola Yisa Ashiru, who represents Kwara South Senatorial District. The move follows a personal explanation by Senator Ashiru, who raised concerns under Order 42 of Senate Rules. The allegations, made by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), include claims that Ashiru was involved in drug trafficking, which led to the arrest of some of his aides. However, the senator has strongly denied these accusations, describing them as baseless and unfounded.…

US Court Clears Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema Of Fraud Allegations. The Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has been exonerated of business fraud charges by an Atlanta district court, following a three-year investigation involving five US government agencies. The ruling brings an end to the allegations that have surrounded the Air Peace boss. The court found no evidence of financial loss to any bank in the indictment filed by the Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia. The case involved former Springfield Aviation Company employee Ebony Mayfield, who was ordered to pay a $4,000 fine and placed…

Henderson’s Error Sinks Winless Palace As Nottingham Forest Triumph. Dean Henderson’s costly mistake added to Crystal Palace’s woes as Chris Wood’s second-half strike secured a 1-0 victory for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Henderson, playing under the gaze of interim England manager Lee Carsley, allowed Wood’s effort to slip under his arm, condemning Palace to another frustrating afternoon. Despite coming close through Eberechi Eze and Eddie Nketiah, who both struck the woodwork, Palace were unable to break their winless streak. Ryan Yates also hit the post for the hosts, but it was Wood’s goal that proved decisive. …

President Putin Welcomes Global Leaders At BRICS Summit In Kazan. This week, President Vladimir Putin will host over 20 heads of state in the city of Kazan for the BRICS summit, a significant gathering of emerging economies. Among the distinguished leaders invited are China’s President Xi Jinping, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The Kremlin has described the event as one of the “largest-scale foreign policy events ever” to take place in Russia. According to Chris Weafer, founding partner of consultancy firm Macro-Advisory, the summit serves as a message from Russia that attempts to isolate…

La Liga Eyes Miami Venue For Barcelona Vs Atletico Madrid Clash In December. La Liga is optimistic about receiving approval to host Barcelona’s match against Atletico Madrid in Miami this December, a move that could mark a significant moment in football history. World football’s governing body, FIFA, is set to make the final decision on whether this ground-breaking match will take place overseas. Currently, the game is scheduled for 22 December, just before La Liga’s winter break. However, both clubs are also set to participate in the Spanish Super Cup, a four-team tournament taking place in Saudi Arabia at…

Aboriginal Protester Arrested During King’s Sydney Visit. An Aboriginal protester was arrested at the Sydney Opera House during the final day of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s tour of Australia. The incident unfolded as crowds gathered at the harbourside to catch a glimpse of the royal couple on Tuesday afternoon. The protester, Wayne Wharton, a prominent Indigenous activist from Brisbane, was arrested after he shouted anti-monarchist slogans and refused to comply with police orders to move on. Wharton’s vocal opposition included the declaration, “He’s not my King,” echoing the sentiments expressed by independent Senator Lidia Thorpe during a protest…

Peter Obi Condemns Killing Of 16 Youths In Anambra. The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed deep outrage over the killing of 16 young men in Nibo, Anambra State. In a post on social media platform X, Obi strongly condemned the tragic incident, describing it as senseless and unacceptable. “I am deeply saddened and outraged by the unending killing and death in our society. The senseless killing of 16 young men in Nibo, Anambra State remains condemnable,” Obi wrote. The violent attack occurred during the annual New Yam festival in the Nibo community, located in…

Experts Express Concern Over Nigerian Universities’ Poor Global Ranking. A recent global ranking of universities has highlighted the troubling state of Nigerian higher education, with only 21 of the country’s 274 universities making the list. This revelation has sparked widespread concern among educators and experts, who point to misgovernance and maladministration as key factors in this dismal performance. Prof. Moses Idowu, an expert in Ecclesiastical Theology and Human Development, criticised the results, particularly noting that no federal or state universities made it into the top 1,000 globally. Covenant University and Landmark University, both private institutions affiliated with the Living…

NPFL Matchday 8: Rivers United Secure Top Spot As Ikorodu And Lobi Stars Thrill Fans. Rivers United have extended their lead at the top of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) table following a narrow 1-0 away win against Niger Tornadoes. The victory puts them two points clear of Remo Stars, who also recorded a 1-0 home win over Bendel Insurance. In one of the most exciting matches of the round, Ikorodu City played out a thrilling 4-2 win over Lobi Stars, leaving fans entertained by the six-goal spectacle. The victory helped Ikorodu City climb up to 17th on…

Sit-at-Home Order Gains Traction In Enugu And Anambra After Massacre. Residents of Enugu and Anambra states largely complied with a sit-at-home order declared by a pro-Biafra group, following the killing of scores of people in Anambra State on Sunday. The order, initially ignored, gained momentum after news of the tragic event spread across the region. The group had circulated a viral video announcing the launch of alleged armoured vehicles, which sparked further concern. Prior to the massacre, most residents had disregarded the order, with businesses and daily activities continuing as usual. Speaking to our correspondents, Thomas Eze, a…