Author: TheScrutinyNG

The Commander of 1 Brigade of the Nigerian Army in Gusau, Brigadier General Timothy Opurum, has underscored the invaluable role Civil-Military Relations, (CMR), play in enhancing both operational effectiveness, and the overall security of environment, in safeguarding not only national interest, but in ensuring that the military functions within the framework of democratic governance, respecting the rights and voices of the citizens.  AIT reports that the Brigade Commander said this during the opening of a two-day workshop for Army personnel, and other relevant stakeholders, put together by the CLEEN Foundation in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital. He said the Nigerian…

A coalition of 51 of anti-corruption groups has formally petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), seeking the immediate arrest and prosecution of Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the former Governor of Kano State and current national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The petition, dated November 4, 2024, and acknowledged by the EFCC on November 7, 2024, outlines numerous allegations of bribery and misappropriation against Ganduje. Ganduje’s tenure as governor from 2015 to 2023 has been marred by accusations of corruption, including a recent fraud charge filed by the Kano State government. This charge alleges that he conspired to divert…

The Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) has adjourned the trial of three top officials of the Kaduna State Government over alleged assets declaration to February 4 and 5, 2025. Mr. Aruwan Samuel Peter, Mrs. Bada Nasara Joy Shizzer, and Mr. Abdullahi Tijjani Mohammed were being prosecuted for asset declaration breaches at the Tribunal following their arraignment by the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). Aruwan Samuel is the Commissioner/Administrator of the Kaduna Capital Territory Authority, while Bada Joy serves as the Commissioner of Finance, and Tijjani Mohammed is the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board. PRNigeria reports…

President-elect Donald J. Trump on Thursday named Susie Wiles, the Florida strategist who has run his political operation for nearly four years, as his White House chief of staff for his incoming administration. It is the first job announcement Mr. Trump has made since winning the election on Tuesday, and one his advisers were eager for so he could begin rolling out his choices to populate the top ranks of government. In Ms. Wiles, Mr. Trump turned to an aide he knows well and who has worked closely with him, understands how he operates, is close with his family and…

The American University of Nigeria (AUN) has announced former governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, as the keynote speaker at its forthcoming Founder’s Day ceremony on November 30, 2024. The annual Founder’s Day honors the founder of the university and former vice president, His Excellency Atiku Abubakar, Wazirin Adamawa, for his numerous contributions to society, especially his advancement of education and human development. The 16th Founders Day lecture will be the highlight of activities marking the 20th anniversary of the founding of the American-style Development University where students are educated to direct their learning and research outcomes towards addressing…

Comrade Ayodele Olawande, the Minister of Youth Development, has reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to providing a conducive environment for youths to thrive and unleash their potentials. This is as he also assured of the ministry’s  dedication to expanding opportunities for youth empowerment, creating avenues for skill development and supporting youth-led initiatives nationwide. Comrade Olawande who further disclosed that the present administration, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is fully committed to adopting policies that have been thoughtfully recommended by the nation’s youths, made the disclosure during the valedictory sitting of the 5th Session of the Nigerian…

Ned Nwoko, the senator representing Delta North of Delta State, has called on the Southern Nigeria Youth Congress (SNYC) to support his proposed motion and bill before the Red Chamber calling for the immediate prohibition of the use of foreign currencies in Nigeria. He described the measure as an antidote that would bring a permanent solution to the economic and security challenges facing the country. He disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja during the Southern Nigeria National Stakeholders Converge organised by the Southern Nigeria Youth Congress, in conjunction with the Ministry of Youth Development. The senator who was the guest…

An e-hailing driver, Stephen Abuwatseya has apologised to the House of Representatives member representing ABA North/South of Abia State in the National Assembly, Alex Ikwechegh who assaulted him after an altercation occurred during a package delivery. In a video statement released to the press on Thursday, Abuwatseya expressed regret for provoking Ikwechegh and asked Nigerians for forgiveness. He also urged everyone to move on from the incident. He stated, “Good day, Nigerians. My name is Stephen Abuwatseya. I had a misunderstanding with Rt. Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh a few days ago. I actually want to apologize to him for whatever…

The Federal Government has announced that Cesarean sections will now be provided free of charge to women in need, as part of its efforts to reduce the country’s maternal mortality rate. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, announced the launch of the “ ” at an ongoing three-day Nigeria Health Sector-Wide Joint Annual Review in Abuja. Mr Pate, a professor, said the initiative is an ambitious commitment to reducing maternal and newborn mortality across Nigeria. A tweet from the official X handle of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare stated, “In a powerful move,…

The Nigerian Police have said a total of 22,239 police officers will be deployed to Ondo State for the coverage of the 16 November governorship election. The figure is besides the deployments from other security agencies including the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), among others. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbedokun, at a political stakeholders meeting on Thursday in Akure, said a synergy of all the security agencies would be required through normal and covert operations, provide the effective security during the elections. The IGP, who was represented by the Assistant…