April 2025 – Page 214

Lalong Engages Plateau APC EXCOs

03.04.2025

Ahead of preparations for the 2027 general elections, Senator Simon Lalong, leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State, has urged party members to remain resolute and work together to strengthen the party’s chances of reclaiming power in the State. Lalong met with the State APC executive committee (EXCO) and stakeholders in Jos...

Foundation To Reward Brilliant Students Through May-Six Nat’l Mathematics Competition 2025

03.04.2025

The May-Six Foundation is set to reward the best students in mathematics with millions of naira through the May-Six National Mathematics Competition, which holds between Monday, April 28 and Friday, May 23, 2025. The aim of the competition is to recognise and reward excellence in mathematics among secondary school students in Lagos State. A statement...

Okpebholo Extends Olive Branch To Asue Ighodalo

03.04.2025

Following the declaration by the 2024 Edo State Governorship Election Tribunal in Abuja, Governor Monday Okpebholo has extended an olive branch to the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Asue Ighodalo, while dedicating his victory to the people of the State. Okpebholo, reacting to his victory through a statement signed by his Chief Press...

Only Fubara’s Enemy Will Advise Him To Sue FG – Fasua

03.04.2025

Amidst the controversies surrounding the declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State, a former governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Ondo State, Oye Fasua, has warned the suspended Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, of taking legal action against President Bola Tinubu, saying that such a move would be counterproductive. Fasua criticized politicians, asking Fubara...

Questions Arise Over EFCC’s Selective Justice

03.04.2025

Nigeria’s justice system faces renewed scrutiny as businesswoman and philanthropist Aisha Achimugu finds herself at the center of a controversy. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared her wanted, sparking concerns over due process and selective prosecution. Achimugu, the CEO of Felak Concept Group, is known for her contributions to Nigeria’s economic growth....

Traditional Ruler Seeks Constitutional Roles To Promote Grassroots Dev’t

02.04.2025

A traditional ruler in Osun, Adeboye Ademiluyi, the Osinlade of Osi-Okero in Ile-Ife, has called for constitutional roles for traditional rulers in governance, stating that such inclusion would help promote grassroots development. Ademiluyi made the call on Wednesday during his coronation ceremony in Osi-Okero, Ile-Ife, Osun State. He emphasized that the traditional institution plays a...

Reps To Dump Bill Barring Tinubu, Atiku, Others From Contesting

02.04.2025

Barring any last-minute changes, the House of Representatives may rescind its resolution to pass through second reading a bill seeking to bar individuals above 60 years from contesting for the offices of President and Governor in Nigeria. The bill, sponsored by Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere of the People’s Democractic Party (PDP), was passed penultimate on Thursday and...

FG Commits To Empowering Autistic Artists

02.04.2025

The Federal Government (FG) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting talented autistic children in Nigeria through the Ministry of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy. The Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa made this announcement on Wednesday in Abuja during the unveiling and presentation of a certificate to 15-year-old autistic artist Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke by the Guinness World Records...

Mutfwang, CDS Unveil Military Attack Drones Factory In Abuja

02.04.2025

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang and the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Christopher Musa, on Wednesday unveiled a military surveillance and attack unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) drones factory in Kuje, Abuja. The factory, owned by Briech UAS Group, a locally powered technology firm, was established to equip Nigerian security agencies with advanced technology to enhance...

Anambra Non-Indigenes Back Soludo Over Town Union Council

02.04.2025

The Association of Non-Indigenes in Anambra State (ANIAS) has commended Governor Charles Soludo for establishing the Town Union President General Council. The association also congratulated the immediate past National President of the Association of Anambra State Town Unions (ASATU), Titus Akpudo, on the successful completion of his tenure, as well as the newly appointed National...