Author: TheScrutinyNG

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has dissolved his cabinet ahead of the November 12  swearing in of Senator Monday Okpebholo, of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the new governor of the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Obaseki who came into office on November 12, 2016 is expected to end his eight years tenure on November 12, 2024. Obaseki dissolved the cabinet shortly after a valedictory session held at the Government House on Friday in Benin. The motion for the dissolution of the State Executive Council for 2020-2024 was moved by his deputy, Godwins Omobayo,…

Nigerian Bola Tinubu will be leaving Abuja on Sunday for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit, which will focus on the current situation in the Middle-East.   A statement by presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga, on Saturday said the Summit will commence on Monday, November 11, 2024.   “It is being held at the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and follows last year’s summit in the same Saudi city. “During the summit, President Tinubu is expected to address the ongoing Israel-Palestinian conflict, emphasising Nigeria’s strong call for an immediate ceasefire and the urgent need for…

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has stated that no amount of false accusations will distract the military from fulfilling its constitutional mandate to protect the nation’s territorial integrity. PUNCH reports that his comment follows the outcome of an investigative panel set up by the National Human Rights Commission to review human rights allegations against the military in the North East. The panel was established to investigate a report published by Reuters, which accused the military of conducting a secret, systematic, and illegal abortion programme in the North East, terminating at least 10,000 pregnancies of women and girls,…

Actor and politician Desmond Elliot has denied he is gay, dismissing the allegation as a baseless publicity stunt. In a recent interview with TVC, Elliot addressed the rumors, stating that he won’t give credence to unfounded accusations.  He emphasised his focus on positively impacting lives, rather than engaging with frivolous speculation. He noted that individuals should be free to make their own choices, provided they remain within the law and respect the rights of others. He said: “Why would I respond to allegations made against me when it does not affect my life either way? “Secondly, it is an opinion…

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has alleged that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has borrowed N2 billion to N5 billion to fund the inauguration of the Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, slated for November 12. Obaseki made the remark in Benin during the inauguration of caretaker committee for the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He lamented that as the outgoing governor, the APC did not carry his government along or invite him for the inauguration. “We have almost N27 billion to pay for projects and obligations, but they have started blowing it, and they have gone to borrow…

The newly elected chairman of Ogbaru LGA in Anambra state, Franklin Nwadialo has been arrested in Texas, United States (US), for allegedly running a $3.3m romance scam. The US department of justice confirmed his arrest in a statement. It noted that Nwadialo is facing a 14-count charge and risks a 20-year sentence if found guilty. The federal bureau of investigation (FBI) had arrested the 40-year-old LGA chairman on arrival in Texas. He has been transferred to the Western District of Washington for arraignment. “According to the indictment, Nwadialo used various versions of the name ‘Giovanni’ when he met his victims…

At least 24 people were killed and more than 40 injured in a bomb blast at a railway station in Quetta in southwestern Pakistan on Saturday, police and other officials told Reuters. Pakistan is grappling with a surge in strikes by separatist ethnic militants in the south and Islamist militants in its northwest. Inspector general of police for Balochistan, Mouzzam Jah Ansari, said 24 people have died from the blast so far. “The target was army personnel from the Infantry School,” he said, with many of the injured in critical condition.  “So far 44 injured people have been brought to…

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has appointed renowned journalist, Mr. Olalere James Olayinka, as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA), on Public Communication and Social Media. The appointment is with immediate effect. Olayinka, a seasoned media and communications professional, brings over 20 years of experience in journalism, public relations and media management.  His career spans a wide range of roles in the public and private sectors. A statement on Friday by the Director  Press Officer of the FCT Minister, Anthony Ogunleye said: “Mr. Olayinka has held various positions, including but not limited to the following: “CEO…

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged President Bola Tinubu to focus on improving Nigerians’ welfare as the country grapples with significant economic challenges. Speaking at the 2024 Women in Management, Business, and Public Service (WIMBIZ) conference, Osinbajo highlighted the urgent need for social welfare programs and accessible healthcare as Nigerians struggle with rising costs in essentials like food, transportation, and housing. “The cost of living is overwhelming Nigerians’ hope for survival,” Osinbajo remarked. He emphasized the growing issue of food insecurity, particularly affecting children, and called for stronger support systems to ensure basic needs are met. Addressing the country’s…

A coalition of civil society organizations, Friday, called for the immediate removal of the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr. Mele Kyari. The coalition staged a protest at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, citing alleged sabotage of local refinery initiatives and calling for an end to Nigeria’s dependence on imported Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). Speaking at the protest, coalition spokesperson Kennedy Tabuko criticized NNPCL’s management, accusing it of undermining local refinery efforts in favor of profit-driven policies. “We’re here today because of the concerning actions within the oil sector. The government continues…