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The chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Lagos chapter, Philip Aivoji has been abducted. It was gathered that Aivoji was abducted on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway while returning from a stakeholders meeting in Oyo state convened by Governors Seyi Makinde and Ademola Adeleke. The State PDP Publicity Secretary, Hon. Hakeem Amode confirmed his abduction on Friday. In a statement, Amode called upon security agencies and government authorities at all levels to intervene promptly and secure the release of its chairman. Amode stated, “It is disheartening that kidnapping has become a prevalent issue in our country, and the government’s inability to address this menace is deeply concerning. “The abduction of Aivoji underscores the pressing need for decisive actions from the government and stakeholders to eradicate this menace. Aivoji’s abduction was a violent incident, and his current whereabouts or any communication from the abductors remain unknown. “We implore the govern

The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) wishes to inform her esteemed customers that the current state of power supply within its network which has resulted in a drop in supply availability is due to low power generation caused by gas constraints to the thermal generating companies. This development has resulted in low generation, leading to a reduction in the quantum of daily megawatt hour (MWH) of energy allocated to distribution companies nationwide. Consequently, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), which is our primary source of power supply is constrained, as they only transmit what is generated and have resorted to System Load-shedding to forestall possible system collapse. This situation has equally impacted the quality of service to our customers, as we are contending with very low energy allocation wheeled to us by the TCN for distribution to our customers. A situation that has left us load-shedding available power to ensure it goes

Mr. Idoko Collins Chidozie, the managing director of PETERFAN NNELINC GLOBAL LTD has lamented the breech of trust by Zenith Bank Plc, of 50 New Market Road Onitsha, Anambra state, over a loan advanced to him, which the bank did not allow him to have access to.  Speaking to newsmen at his office in Ontisha on 23/01/2024, Mr Idoko, narrated his ordeal with the bank, a condition he said, has led to the crumbling of his business concern which has further thrown him off balance because of the breach of trust from Zenith Bank plc.  He said "the problem started from Peterfan Nnelinc Global Ltd company account, in 2021, when Zenith Bank advanced a loan to us, which we however didn't solicit, as they begged to give us for the loan, through my account officer Obinna Nnodum.  The loan was an sme facility that came in two tranches of 7 and 15 Million respectfully, because the account was very active." He further stated that when the loan was given to the company, he did n

The African Cup of Nations 2023, hosted by Cote d’Ivoire, has reached the elimination phase with the announcement of the Round of 16 fixtures. The host nation, qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams, is set to face Senegal in an anticipated match in Yamoussoukro on Monday. Here’s the complete lineup for the AFCON Round of 16 matches: Angola vs Namibia 6pm Nigeria Time, Saturday 27th January, 2024 Nigeria vs Cameroon 9pm Nigerian Time, Saturday 27th January, 2024 Equatorial Guinea vs Guinea 6pm Nigeria Time, Sunday 28th January, 2024 Egypt vs Democratic Republic of Congo 9pm Nigerian Time, Sunday 28th January, 2024 Cape Verde vs Mauritania 6pm Nigerian Time, Monday 29th January, 2024 Senegal vs Ivory Coast 9pm Nigerian Time, Monday 29th January, 2024 ⁠Mali vs Burkina Faso 6pm Nigerian Time, Tuesday 30th January, 2024 Morocco vs South Africa 9pm Nigerian Time, Tuesday 30th January, 2024 Fans are eagerly anticipating these matches, promising a showcase of some of the

.....IGP orders postings, redeployment of 14 AIGs, 26 Commissioners of Police The Police Force Headquarters in Abuja, yesterday, declared that same-sex marriage is illegal and prohibited under Sections 214 to 217 of the Criminal Code The Police headquarters has, therefore, ordered the arrest of culprits found to be engaged in unlawful acts in the country. A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, said: “It is imperative to note that same-sex marriage is strictly prohibited in Nigeria. The Same-Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act of 2014 criminalizes the solemnization, operation and public display of same-sex marriages. “Following recent trend on social media where some individuals, who identify as queer, were visibly encouraging and associating themselves with activities perceived to be unnatural in light of Nigerian laws, the Nigeria Police Force hereby wishes to enlighten the public on the legal aspects concerning unnatural offences and same-sex ma

The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal by the APC to affirm the Rivers State Governor Fubara's election. The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the election of Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State. The court, in a unanimous judgement of its five-member panel, dismissed the appeal filed to challenge the victory of Mr Fubara of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the 18 March 2023 election. The dismissed appeal was filed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its governorship candidate, Tonye Cole. The court’s panel led by Kudirat Kekere-Ekun held that the appeal lacked merit. In the lead judgement that was delivered by a member of the panel, Ibrahim Saulawa, the court held that it saw no reason to tamper with the concurrent decisions of the Court of Appeal and the Rivers State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, which had both affirmed Governor Fubara’s election. Dismissing the appeal on Thursday, the Supreme Court held that Mr Cole failed to prove his al

~ An assurance of reinforced zeal to better the lives of the people of Anambra South Senatorial District.  The story of representation in Anambra South Senatorial District took a different turn with the advent of Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Ubah in the red chamber in 2019. In his avowed determination to bring about a drastic change in the fortunes of the people of his zone, the senator took off from day one with a clear vision of what needs to be done in order to change the face of representation in the district. This he commenced by throwing his doors open to the people of the senatorial zone in a classic case of 'Open Door Representation'. In a press release made available by his  Head, Media and Strategic Communications, Hon Chuks Ogbonna, who enumerated the many reasons why Anambra South Senatorial District is blessed to have Senator Dr Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah as their Senator, however outlined the key points of the constituency briefing.   Below are the key points of cons

The price of 1 kilogram (Kg) of rice increased year-on-year, YoY, by 81 percent to N917.93 in December 2023 from N506.17 in the corresponding period of 2022. The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, disclosed this yesterday in its Selected Food Price Watch for December 2023. NBS also said the average price of 1kg of Beans brown (sold loose) rose by 48.5 percent YoY to N870.67 in December 2023 from N586.14 in December 2022. Similarly, the average price of 1kg onion bulb rose by 122.9 percent YoY to N971.86 in December 2023 from N435.93 in December 2022. In addition, the average price of 1kg of Tomato rose by 77.6 percent YoY to N814.16 in December 2023 from N458.42 in December 2022. Meanwhile, the NBS in its Transport Fare Watch for December 2023 released yesterday said transport fare for bus, motorcycle (Okada), air and water transport journeys increased during the period. It stated: “The average fare paid by commuters for bus journeys within the city per drop declined to 13

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has insisted that the death certificate of Grace Tiaga, a former director of legal services at the ministry of petroleum resources, must be presented in court. Taiga was arrested and charged to court by the EFCC over allegations of receiving payments from Process & Industrial Development (P&ID) to skew the controversial 20-year gas supply and processing agreement (GSPA) against Nigeria. The EFCC alleged that Taiga received illegal payments from Marshpearl Limited, a company controlled by the owners of P&ID, through her daughter. After retirement, she reportedly continued receiving payments from P&ID directors. She was also accused of failing to follow due process in giving legal advice on the GSPA. On September 20, 2019, a federal high court in Abuja remanded her at the Suleja prison after she pleaded “not guilty” to an eight-count charge of fraud brought against her by the EFCC. Taiga was later granted bai

The Police Service Commission (PSC) on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, approved the appointment of AIG Dasuki Galadanci, AIG in charge of Zone 12 Bauchi, as a Deputy Inspector General of Police to represent the North West geopolitical zone of the country. He will replace DIG Ibrahim Sani Ka’oje, who is expected to retire on February 2 this year. The Commission also approved the promotion of 1,897 senior police officers to their next substantive ranks. In a statement by its spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani, the Commission elevated 14 Commissioners of Police to the next rank of Assistant Inspectors General of Police. “However, one of the commissioners for promotion to AIG was stepped down to enable the Commission to review the pending disciplinary matter against the officer, which was sent to the Commission by the Nigeria Police Force.” The new AIGs are: Yetunde O. Longe, CP Eastern Ports, Port Harcourt; Haruna Gabriel Garba, CP Federal Capital Territory; Tajudeen Akinwale Abass, CP Delta