Author: Samuel Akpenpuun

A former Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has officially declared his intention to contest in the 2027 gubernatorial election in Nasarawa State under the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform. Adamu made his declaration yesterday, during a meeting with members of the State Working Committee of the APC held in Lafia, the state capital. The former police chief said his decision was driven by a “clarion call” from the people of Nasarawa who, according to him, believe in his leadership capabilities and experience. He pledged to run an all-inclusive and people-oriented administration if elected as governor. “I am answering the call of…

The lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, Hon. Oluwole Oke, has explained that he quit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) because of poor leadership at both the national and state levels. Speaking on Rave FM’s Frank Talk programme in Osogbo, Oke declared that the PDP would struggle to secure even 1,500 votes from communities in his constituency in the next Osun State election. He accused the state government under Governor Ademola Adeleke of deliberately sidelining his constituents from the dividends of democracy, which he said was a major factor in his decision to leave the party. Oke noted that his defection was necessary…

U.S. President, Donald Trump has plans to spare carmakers from some tariffs, Financial Times (FT) reported on Wednesday. It noted that as part of a tariff “destacking” plan, car parts would be relieved of some of the duties imposed by Trump. The exemptions, FT said, would however leave in place a 25 per cent tariff imposed by Trump on all imports of foreign-made cars. It said that a separate 25 per cent levy on parts would remain, but would be put into effect by May 3. “Although Washington had already shielded autos from the ‘reciprocal’ tariffs announced on major trading…

President Bola Tinubu has issued fresh directives to Nigeria’s top security and intelligence chiefs, declaring that the persistent wave of violence in parts of the country must come to an end, stating firmly: “Enough is enough!”. The President made the declaration during a high-level security meeting held on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting was attended by National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu; Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Mohammed Mohammed; Chief of Defence Intelligence, Maj.-Gen. Emmanuel Undianeye; Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr. Oluwatosin Ajayi, and the Chief of Staff to the President,…

President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW),  MC Oluomo has responded to criticism over mispronunciation of the word “kudos” as “kundus.”  In a viral video on Tuesday, Akinsanya addressed union delegates, saying he’s aware of the jokes at his expense but remains unfazed. He acknowledged his limited formal education, noting that while he may struggle with English, he takes pride in his children’s success, who are citizens of the US and UK. Akinsanya emphasised his achievements, despite humble beginnings, stating he started as a bus conductor but worked his way up to become NURTW’s national president. Oluomo…

Former Senate President, David Mark has called on the federal government to be more proactive in its efforts to tackle the menace of violent crimes, kidnapping and armed herdsmen devastating parts of Nigeria. He suggested that such violent and murderous groups should be declared as terrorists and should be treated as such. In his goodwill message, signed by his special adviser Paul Mumeh, to commemorate this year’s Easter celebrations, Mark bemoaned the unabating violent crimes especially in the North Central states of Plateau and Benue that have claimed dozens of lives and properties. Mark stated: “We must not shy away…

President Bola Tinubu is set to return to Nigeria today after spending close to two weeks abroad, his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has confirmed. Onanuga, in a brief post on X, wrote: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will return home today.” The Presidency had earlier assured Nigerians that despite the President’s stay overseas, he remained fully engaged with national governance. In a statement last Thursday, Onanuga explained: “The President left Paris for London at the weekend and has maintained constant communication with key government officials, overseeing critical national matters, including directives to security chiefs to address emerging threats…

The Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church (CGCC), Pastor Tunde Bakare, has advised President Bola Tinubu to “stop playing God,” urging him to embrace humility. Bakare gave the admonition in a nationwide broadcast on Sunday, warning that the present administration is steering the nation in the wrong direction. “Stop playing God,” Bakare said to Tinubu, adding that while he does not agree with the latter’s political perspective, it was not his wish to see him fail. Speaking further, Bakare stated, “The current administration is steering the polity adrift. It is time for this government to embrace humility.” The clergyman…

Former Arsenal midfielder, Aaron Ramsey has been confirmed as Cardiff City’s interim manager following the sack of Omer Riza. Cardiff have confirmed that manager Riza has been relieved of his duties with the Welsh side currently second from bottom in the Championship with three games remaining. Former Juventus midfielder Ramsey, who is in the last months of his Cardiff deal, will now take charge of these remaining fixtures as they try to maintain their status in the division. “Cardiff City FC can confirm that a decision has been taken to relieve Omer Riza of his duties as First Team Manager. “Aaron…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has rescheduled the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination to April 24. The examination was supposed to commence on April 25 in over 700 computer based test centres nationwide. Public Communication Advisor, JAMB, Dr Fabian Benjamin said this in a statement on Saturday in Abuja. The board directed applicants to print their notification dlips which contain vital information regarding their exam details. The statement reads: “The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) is now set to commence on Thursday, April 24, 2025, instead of the previously scheduled date of Friday, April 25, 2025. This adjustment has…