Soldiers from the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army on Friday released an investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo arrested at an oil bunkering site in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The arrest of Fisayo Soyombo had sparked an outrage with individuals and groups including Amnesty International and political activists like Omoyele Sowore and Deji Adeyanju calling for his release. In a statement on Friday, the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), an organisation founded by Soyombo, confirmed his release. The statement reads: “We can confirm that our founder ‘Fisayo Soyombo has now been released by the Nigerian Army, following the intense media campaign…
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The Sokoto state governor, Ahmed Aliyu on Friday, presented the 2025 Appropriation Bill (budget) of ₦526,882,142,484.39 to the State House of Assembly. Tagged “Transformation and Infrastructural Sustainability Budget,” the budget, which has 66% allocated to capital projects and 44% to recurrent expenditure is broken down as are as follows: Recurrent Expenditure: ₦176.3 billion Capital Expenditure: ₦349.3 billion Education Sector Allocation: 25% (highest) Health Sector Allocation: Second-highest The governor gave a rundown of achievements and review of the 2024 Budget as follows: Security challenges The security challenges being experienced in some Local Government Areas in the state remain a major concern,…
The Itsekiri Defense Council (IDC) has declared unwavering support for the Niger Delta Liberation Movement (NDLM) in their fight against the oppression of the Itsekiri people. General Iwedundun Akpakpa, leader of the IDC, strongly denounced the continued marginalization of the Itsekiri community and issued stern warnings to those complicit in their plight. General Akpakpa commended NDLM for their tireless efforts in advocating for the rights and well-being of the Itsekiri people. He pledged IDC’s full support, including intelligence and logistical assistance, to aid the organization in addressing the challenges facing the community. “Our loyalty to NDLM is unwavering,” Akpakpa affirmed,…
The Renaissance Patriots have commended the Federal Government for its decision to release monthly allocations directly to constitutionally recognized Local Government Areas (LGAs) through the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). In a statement signed by the group’s President, Bolaji Are, and Secretary General, Yomi Tokosi, the Patriots praised the move as a significant step toward strengthening governance at the grassroots level. “We can now hold the elected members of the LGAs accountable for their actions and failures,” the statement read. “This is what we have been advocating for—a system where funds meant for local governments are directly accessible to them,…
Canon Inc. and Canon Marketing Japan Inc. have introduced two new 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensors—the LI7070SAC (colour) and LI7070SAM (monochrome)—designed for security, industrial, and medical applications. These sensors feature approximately 2.12 megapixels (1,936 x 1,096) and advanced near-infrared sensitivity, improving performance in low-light environments and high-contrast settings. The LI7070SAC offers 2.4 times greater near-infrared sensitivity than its predecessor, the LI7050, enabling surveillance in darkness and applications like industrial inspections and fluorescein angiography. Both sensors also support HDR imaging with a range of up to 120dB through a dual-exposure technique, delivering high-quality visuals in varying brightness conditions. ALSO READ What Is Google…
“Yes, we are part of the international community. Yes, we are part of the IMF and World Bank because we are part of the international system, but we must be able to adjust the advice of the IMF to our own needs. Our primary responsibility is to Nigeria. We are not responsible and we will not be held responsible for what the IMF does.
Elder statesman Edwin Clark has accused former President Muhammadu Buhari of oppressing and humiliating former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, to secure his re-election in 2019. Clark alleged that Buhari, alongside his then Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), orchestrated Onnoghen’s removal to clear the way for their political agenda during the elections. In a letter addressed to the current CJN, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, on Sunday, Clark commended the Court of Appeal for acquitting Onnoghen of the false asset declaration charges, describing the case as unjust. He criticized the manner of Onnoghen’s suspension, asserting it violated…
The Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) will hold its 34th and 35th combined convocation ceremonies for the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 academic sessions, graduating no fewer than 6,500 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The ceremonies, scheduled for Friday, November 29, and Saturday, November 30, 2024, will be presided over by the Chancellor and Emir of Katagum, Umar Farouk II. A total of 519 students will graduate with first-class honors, according to Vice-Chancellor Professor Adenike Oladiji, who briefed journalists on Friday, November 22, 2024. The convocation will feature three valedictorians, with FAROMIKA Ifeoluwa Faith (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) and VITOWANU Johnbull Anuoluwapo…
The Africa Media Development Foundation (AMDF) has unveiled the 11 finalists for the prestigious 2024 AMDF Journalist of the Year Award, celebrating excellence in journalism that drives development across Africa. Selected from a highly competitive pool of entries, the finalists have showcased exceptional skill, dedication, and impact in highlighting critical issues affecting the continent. Representing diverse media categories—online, print, photo, television, and radio—they have demonstrated the power of storytelling in shaping positive change. 2024 AMDF Journalist of the Year Award Finalists (in alphabetical order): Online Journalism: Abdulraheed Hammad, The Cable, Nigeria Arinze Chizioke, Ripples Nigeria Kei Emmanuel Duku, One Citizen…
“These @officialABAT’s loans are bone-crushing to Nigerians and bringing insufferable pressure on the economy, especially when they are not properly negotiated and utilized,” he wrote.