Warri based Legal firm, Robinson Ariyo & Co has raised an alarm over allegation of stockpiling of small, medium and heavy Firearms against Tantita Security Limited, (TSSL), a private company owned by Ex-Niger Delta Militant, Government Ekpemupolo popularly known as ‘Tompolo’. The firm while calling on President Bola Tinubu to investigate the activities of the Tompolo’s said the recent finding clearly shows that Tantita is an arm stockpiling company which is against its mandate. The legal firm in a letter of protest addressed to President Bola Tinubu and copied the President of the Senator, Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the Federal…
Author: Abdoulaye Kay
Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly issued a series of threats following the arrest of his close associate, Wurgi, a key lieutenant responsible for negotiating and collecting ransoms for hostages. Wurgi is believed to play a pivotal role in Turji’s operations, particularly in the eastern areas of Sokoto and Zamfara states, targeting communities in Isa, Sabon Birni (Sokoto), and Shinkafi (Zamfara). According to intelligence sources cited by Zagazola Makama, Wurgi’s capture has infuriated Turji, sparking widespread concern among residents and security agencies in the region. Reliable sources indicate that Turji has already reached out to influential figures, including village…
The Sokoto State Government has launched an e-ticketing system for its 126 mass transit vehicles currently serving inter-state, intra-city, and inter-local government routes. The e-ticketing initiative was unveiled during a demonstration to Governor Ahmed Aliyu, showcasing how the system works and how passengers can easily obtain tickets without hassle. Governor Aliyu explained that the e-ticketing initiative is part of his administration’s measures to enhance transparency and accountability in the mass transit unit and across the state. “This system is excellent as it promotes a cashless operation and ensures that all transportation fares are deposited directly into the government’s coffers. “With…
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Republic will cease to be members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) from 2025. Alieu Touray, president of ECOWAS commission, made the announcement on Sunday during the 66th ordinary session of heads of states and governments in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. Touray set the countries’ exit at January 29, 2025 – July 29, 2025. The ECOWAS president said the timeframe would allow for last mediations and any diplomatic interventions.
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a series of new appointments and the redeployment of key Heads of Agencies and Special Advisers. The announcement was made in a press statement by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Sunday, December 15, 2024. The new appointees include Dr. Ibrahim Musa, a renowned public health expert and hematologist from Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH), and popular Kannywood actor, Sani Musa Danja. Below is the full list of appointees and their portfolios: New Appointments Dr. Ibrahim Musa – Special Adviser, Health Services & Personal Physician to the Governor Dr. Hadiza…
The academic achievements of Prof. Iya Abubakar, former Vice-Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria continue to shine at the University of Ibadan (UI), 67 years after his graduation. This was confirmed by the Head of the Mathematics Department at UI, Dr. Murphy E. Egwe, during a goodwill message at Prof. Abubakar’s 90th birthday celebration on Saturday, December 14, 2024. The event, held at the NICON Luxury Hotel in Abuja, was jointly organized by the Computer Professionals (Registration Council) of Nigeria and the Nigeria Computer Society. Dr. Egwe, an associate professor, described Prof. Abubakar’s academic record as unparalleled. He revealed…
Niger’s authorities have suspended the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) for three months following its coverage of an alleged extremist attack that reportedly claimed the lives of dozens of Nigerien soldiers and civilians. The government accused the BBC of disseminating false information, which it claims destabilized public order and undermined troop morale. The controversial BBC report, aired in Hausa, stated that gunmen killed over 90 soldiers and 40 civilians in two villages near the Burkina Faso border. The French broadcaster Radio France Internationale (RFI) also reported the incident, describing it as a jihadi assault with the same death toll. However, Niger’s…
TelCables Nigeria, a subsidiary of global ICT solutions provider Angola Cables, has announced plans to establish a new Point of Presence (PoP) at the Lagos Rack Centre facility. This strategic move aims to enhance low-latency interconnectivity and Cloud access across West Africa. Fernando Fernandes, CEO of TelCables Nigeria and West Africa, highlighted the initiative as a critical step in leveraging Angola Cables’ extensive backbone network to provide businesses and communities with faster, more affordable access to digital content and services. “The new PoP at Rack Centre represents a significant advancement in West Africa’s digital infrastructure, delivering faster and more reliable…
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), at its December 2024 meeting chaired by the Minister of Finance and the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, shared a total sum of N1.727 trillion to the three tiers of government as Federation Allocation for November 2024 from a gross total of N3.143 trillion. A statement by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Finance, Mohammed Manga on Friday, said from the stated amount inclusive of Gross Statutory Revenue, Value Added Tax (VAT), Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL), Exchange Difference (ED), the Federal Government received N581.856 billion,…
The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has announced the scrapping of the office of the Chief of Staff and the removal of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Abdullahi Baffa Bichi, citing health reasons. The shakeup, announced on Thursday by the Director-General of Media, Sanusi Dawakintofa, aims to optimize the cabinet’s performance and ensure better political and administrative alignment. Among the key changes, Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo has been reassigned from Commissioner for Local Government to Commissioner for Higher Education. Cabinet reshuffle highlights Chief of Staff Office Scrapped: Shehu Wada Sagagi’s office has been eliminated as…