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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is basking in good times. The reason is: Lagosians are happy at his work rate! The urbane looking governor has never looked back since being sworn in last May 29. He has since gone ahead to build on the legacy of his predecessor by tackling major problems confronting the State. The governor even tackled pension delays, paid benefits to deceased workers families, and set the tone for the sale of the Lake Rice to members of the public. Now the Lagos Blue Line project is set to be completed in 2020 and become operational by 2021. “The aim of this rail project is to reduce travel time through an effective and efficient inter-model transport system”. He said this project was being done in strict adherence to the State strategic transport master plan which prescribed six rail line and one mono rail for the long term strategic goals of the State. When our reporters visited the Streets one Rasaki Shittu said of Sanwo-Olu: “Our governor is really performing; we a...

Prince Tony Momoh, one time federal minister of Information, lawyer and renowned journalists has allayed any fears of rift between Comrade Adams Oshiomole and Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State. “You people are the ones creating the feud between the two leaders “, he declared. Speaking to our reporters during an interactive session, Prince Momoh described as sheer hubris the bitterly accusations and the gale of suspensions. “ Godwin Obaseki is the political leader of APC in Edo State by virtue of his being the Governor; while Comrade Adams Oshiomole is the National Chairman of APC; there is no issue here”, he stressed. “Adams has no business with who takes the party ticket or not; he is not the one to determine Obaseki’s fate”, he added. “Infact, Edo State APC should be looking for favors from Oshiomole at the national level, not to quarrel”, he said. “I don’t see any problem there; I have spoken to both leaders and they are very civil about the whole issue”, he further stated. A...

The stage is set for two time Senator Victor Kassim Oyofo to step in as the undisputed leader of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State. With the exit of those allegedly dubbed as political prostitutes led by Pastor Osaze Ize Iyamu the ship is now left for   the popular and renowned Senator Victor Oyofo to pilot. Senator Oyofo has remained loyal and committed to the Party cause and has never wavered.   He had continued to use his personal resources to ensure stability in the affairs of the Party. Now all eyes are on him to deliver, especially now that Dan Orbih, current Chairman is under pressure to quit having been there for over a decade. Dan Orbih, in his days as the chairman has completely alienated the PDP from the masses; no wonder the PDP was regularly defeated in every poll because of his anti-activities.   Senator Odion Ugbesia is being touted to replace him at the helm. It remains to be seen whether he has the charisma and character t...

From Delta State comes the report that pressure is mounting on Mr. James Ibori to decamp to the All Progressive Congress Party (APC).   The report say the State Governor, Mr. Okowa is also under the same pressure. According to sources, James Ibori’s assets including the Western Delta University, Western Delta Oil Fields are all free from EFCC investigations and Ibori is considered a big asset to the APC in future elections. James Ibori at the moment enjoys immense political goodwill from all works of life in Nigeria.

This is authoritative, Comrade Adams Oshiomole has finally drawn the curtains between him and Governor Godwin Obaseki.   All pretense to the renewal of fresh pact between him and the embattled Governor was finally laid to rest when the APC National Chairman stormed Benin-City with the full complement of the national committee members to receive Pastor Osaze Ize Iyamu who decamped to APC with all his members.   Oshiomole arrived Benin without informing the incumbent Governor, regardless of the fact that the rally had been cancelled by the Inspector General of Police.   But this action did not however go down well with Youths in Benin who subsequently blocked the routes Oshiomole was expected to take.   The road leading to his residence was also allegedly blocked and the ceremony had to shift to Pastor Ize Iyamu’s house where Oshiomole belatedly addressed the crowd. Reports say Youths all over Benin are angry over Oshiomole’s determination to unseat Obaseki. ...

The Chairman of the Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressive Congress, Alhaji Tunde Balogun has been told to leave the former Lagos State governor Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode alone and face more pressing issues. Speaking in Abuja, two Rights Group, the South-East Professional Association and the Northern Youth Forum reacted angrily to the remarks credited to the Party Chairman on why Ambode was denied second Term ticket. Alhaji Sulaimon Dauda, President of the Northern Youth Forum charged Alhaji Balogun to be of good conduct and learn to live in peace.   The President told the APC Chairman that they were not the ones that denied Ambode the ticket, instead, Ambode, being a man of peace, held that it was needless contesting what was not necessary.   “Ambode could have gotten the ticket no matter the resistance” he stated.   “He was in charge; he had all the apparatus; and could have muscled his way successfully” he said. The President expressed happiness that in Ambo...

Chairman of Air Peace Airline Mr. Allen Onyema, accused of money laundering in the United States,   has received massive support from Network of Concerned Nigerians In Diaspora(NCND) and their Local counterparts Network of Concerned Nigerians for Good Governance. The popular groups called on the Federal Government to do all it can to ensure that the air peace boss is not unnecessarily implicated. The calls were made in statements signed by the chairman Comrade James Erebuoye and Secretary General Mr. Suleman Ahmed and released to our reporters. The duo believed that Mr. Onyema has done a lot to raise the bar for passengers travelling by air and also raised investors’ confidence in Nigeria. “Such a man who is concerned with safety and health standards of travelers as well as invest in the Nigerian Environment should not necessarily be victimized”, stated Comrade James. “The Federal Government should do a thorough investigation and ensure that this is not another case of Pull-Him...

Without a doubt, Lionel Messi of Barcelona had to be crowned the Ballon D’or footballer of the year for the 6th time. No player has ever reached this milestone in the history of football. At 32, the Argentine looks fit as ever to continue to haul in more laurels in the years to come. Messi got the higher points against his friendly rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, who for twelve years had shared the award with him. Luka Modric of Real Madrid was the winner in 2018. With age not on their side, the world may soon begin to see less of the football masters.

Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore was seen rearrested by the DSS barely 48 hours after his release. Sowore, who is facing charges on planning to stage a revolution by the Buhari Administration back in May was arraigned soon after. The government had bowed to pressure by protesters and other louder voices, to set him free; but it was only a temporal reprieve before he was snatched once more and re arraigned. The presidency had claimed that Sowore like his counterpart Nnamdi Kanu was fighting to overthrow the federal Government through his aborted revolution.  

  Senator Muhammad Goje of Gombe State North has called it quits with politics. He made the surprise announcement on the   Saturday 8 th December around 5pm. Senator Goje who was the governor of Gombe state from 2003-2011 is reputedly described as the father   modern day Gombe state for   laying solid foundation and completing big projects including the state university and airport. The former governor, now serving senator have had his own ups and down with politics, but he nevertheless successfully braved through. Goje had achieved the goals he set for himself. Good luck to him on his further endeavors.

Dino Melaye has been finally ousted from the red chambers by an appellate court after an appeal ruled in favor of his opponent Senator Smart Adeyemi. The former senator had been in the habit of displaying illicit wealth even as he was accused of indulging in fiery speeches during his time at the senate Red Chambers. This had exposed him as a target for the EFCC this past few years. He had also come under attack by his constituency for neglect and abuse of office. This has left political observers wondering whether he could have won in a free and fair election.

Former Governor of Zamfara State, Abdulaziz Yari has been told to steer clear from the State. Governor Bello Matawalle, present Governor of the State handed down the warning having been provoked by his predecessor over demands for his pension and accumulated allowances. Former Governor Yari is largely blamed for the insecurities that plagued the State resulting to banditry, kidnapping and other strong vices, including dilapidated infrastructure.

There are fears of uncertainty hanging around the newly nominated board of the Niger Delta Development Commission; insiders believe that powerful forces are scheming to undermine their being sworn in for purely selfish interest. Those working to ensure their abrupt termination or frustration are not happy that their ward is not at the helm. Now, although the senate has cleared and confirmed the nominees dark clouds still hovers as a powerful son of the soil who is also an influential operative at the corridors of power appears to have put is foot down to disrupt proceedings. The ball is now in the court of Mr. President to wield the stick and allow the board to commence sitting by December. “If truly the welfare of the people and the development of the region is paramount, there is no need for these differences”, stated Mr. Kenneth Okoh a professional contractor and leader of the South East Professional Union.

Mr. Imohimi Edgal has resumed as the new Commissioner of Police, Ogun State.   Mr. Edgal who was previously Commissioner of Police Lagos State was also one time Commissioner of Police, Marine Operations in Lagos State.   He hails from Edo State, Nigeria.   Mr. Edgal is vastly experienced and a no nonsense cop who attended Federal Government College, Warri and the University of Benin.

Jose Mourinho has been named the new Tottenham Spurs Head Coach.   The controversial Coach variously nick-named “The special one”, the “humble one” has since assumed duty and has gone ahead to notch his first two victories against WesterHam and Olympiacos. The London derby incidentally proved to be Spurs first “away”     since January 2019. Mourinho is known for his negative tactics of “parking the bus”, but a credit to him is his ability to win trophies where ever he went. Mourinho has sat in the dug-out as head Coach for Read Madrid, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Manchester United, etc.

Flamboyant and stylish Senior Pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Ministries (COZA), Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo has been declared innocent of the rape charge preferred against him by the Dakolo’s.   The court had thrown out the case on lack of merit, which vindicates the position earlier held by this media.   “How could you have proved an incident that happened 20 years ago and even in a family house?” questioned a source at the court premises.   “You can see that they merely wanted to pull this guy down”, the source added. At the Guzape Church premises, in Abuja, Church members were seen jubilant and praising the name of God for his mercies.   “You cannot just come out and frustrate an innocent man”, observed a Church faithful.

Youths from the Kogi State West Senatorial District has told Senator Dino Melaye to stop crying wolf, where there is none.   The Youths, obviously supporters of Senator Smart Adeyemi called on Dino to concentrate on the November 30 supplementary poll, where a send-off awaits him.   The previous election on Nov. 16 had been declared inconclusive by INEC. The Youths under their leader Ozigis Jimoh lashed out at Senator Melaye for being garrulous, reckless and unmindful of the people’s feelings.   “This is a man who populated the 8 th Senate with his brothers and associates”, he stated.   “Now he is coming out to talk about the masses; does he know them at all?”

The embattled APC National Chairman Comrade Adams Oshiomole has blasted his political godson Rtd. Hon. Phillip Shuaibu for being very ungrateful. The embattled National Chairman made the disclosure during an informal meeting at his country home in Iyamho, in Edo State. Obviously disappointed, the APC National Chairman lamented the day he decided to groom the Deputy Governor.   “That’s a man rejected by his people; he couldn’t deliver his boot; but I had to beg, plead on his behalf”, he told his audience. “Today, that’s the same man running me down. If I was dead and was told in my grave that this boy could do this to me, I would be turning in my grave today”, he lamented. But the leader of the Etsako Youths Vanguard has hit out against the APC National Chairman, calling him an autocrat. The leader, Alhaji Rilwan Yakubu bashed Oshiomole for his arrogance and repeated efforts to stifle democracy by promoting godfatherism and sponsoring mediocrity.   ...

The Right Group Committee for Transparency and Smooth Governance (CTTSG) has again called for the scrapping of the Senate and House of Representatives. The group through a statement signed by its Secretary-General Chief, Ebri Ukagu disclosed that their usefulness has been outlived. Chief Ukagu disclosed that the call is necessary especially when viewed against the ominous silence of the both Chambers in the gruesome murder of the Kogi State woman leader who was burnt to ashes. Chief Ukagu observed that both Chambers have refused to carry out oversight function over the dire state of Nigerian roads.   “All they are after is their welfare, and this is totally wrong”, charged Chief Ebri.   “You can see that they have neglected the roads; neglected power failure and even social welfare responsibilities to Nigerians”, he added. However, from physical and statistical observation, it is clear that the Red and Green Chambers only come alive when matters of their ...

The immediate past governor of Lagos State Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode whose profile has been on the rise would have to wait until January 16, 2020 to see out his case with the Lagos State House of Assembly. The former governor is challenging the Assembly’s obvious political push to implicate him in the purchase of 825 transport buses, a case that political observers believe is just mere witch-hunt. However, since the law courts have put a temporal truce before the January date, it is expected all the parties will realign and bury their differences. The reason is because 2023 is around the corner and if it is true that the national leader of APC is angling for presidency, then all hands ought to be on deck to facilitate that ambition.

For Mr. Godwin Obaseki, governor of Edo State, reprieve is still a long way. The reason is not far-fetched: The APC national Chairman, Comrade Adams Oshiomole has made up his mind not to cede the party ticket to him—and this is final. And although President Muhammad Buhari has ordered that he be allowed to context for second term in office, political observers believe no one is deceived. If his body language is anything to go by, Obaseki’s days in office may be numbered-unless he resorts to Yahaya Bello’s tactics. Besides, the game plan by Adams Oshiomole to appoint a ‘stooge” APC State Chairman, in the person of Mr. David Imoise, the decampment of PDP Stalwarts to APC and the impending plot to deploy “Abuja Federal Might” during the primary plus INEC’s legendary double face, then you can see clearly the handwriting. “Do you think Obaseki stand a chance if they bring 40-50,000 policemen to monitor the elections? asked an anonymous source. Political pundits believe that Oshiomol...

Report reaching our news desk indicate that the plot by Pastor Osaze Ize Iyamu to fly the APC 2020 governorship ticket has already backfired.   This is even as the APC National Chairman, Adams Oshiomole has found himself under intense pressure from all corners. The report indicates that Pastor Ize Iyamu has been fingered on numerous underhand deals involving multi-million naira trade off. First, prior to Adams Oshiomole’s acceptance to fly the governorship ticket for APC, he was alleged to have demanded, and received along with his Grace Group a whopping N600 million from Oshiomole.   Now, the same report has suggested that the same Pastor Osaze Ize Iyamu group in the PDP demanded and got an “unspecified” huge sum of money from the same Adams Oshiomole before they agreed to decamp to APC.   “This is how Ize Iyamu operates; he has not just decamped for nothing, and now money is in his pocket”, said an anonymous source.   “You do not expect him to decamp ...

The tenure of Chief Babatunde Fowler, current Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service comes to an end on Tuesday, December 10. And as expected, the race for the coveted seat has begun. According to reliable sources, some powerful forces have been consulting secretly for capable hands to run the affairs of the Establishment and among them was onetime Executive Chairman Mrs. Ifueko Omoigui. Though she is reported to have declined, the chase has been narrowed down to one Alhaji Barau and a prominent northern lady with financial experience. According to further reports, former Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode was mentioned, but the source say his name may not fly due to his perceived standoff with a powerful politician from his zone. A top source within government circles however opined that somehow a new appointee would emerge before that December 10 date. Investigations confirm that the fate of the current chairman for second term has been sealed.

All may not be well in the apex Federal Inland Revenue Service of Nigeria over perceived mishandling of staff matters. As a result, staff are up in arms bemoaning their faith in the hands of Chief Babatunde Fowler the current Executive Chairman whose tenure expires December 10, 2019. According to reports reaching our desk, the staff are groaning over lack of vacancies in the Establishment created by the chairman’s frequent attitude of bringing in those regarded as “outsiders”. Over time these “outsiders” have filled the vacancies “insiders” are supposed to vie for. Now they hardly write promotion exams.   “I have been a deputy director now for six years and I watch and see how they bring in people from outside”, lamented Mr. Isaac. In addition, Fowler is believed to have cut out all allowances usually entitled to staff, including capacity building overseas. ‘This man has also reduced our imprest and instead he uses strange contractors to supply the same thing that we normally p...

All may not be well in the Edo State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chapter where there seems to be no love lost between the leaders; the crisis was reported to have been sparked off by Pastor Ize Iyamu’s alleged infidelity. Already the said Pastor Osagie Ize Iyamu who flew the PDP’s ticket in the last election has been kicked out. The belief is that he is making underground moves to join the ruling APC, so that he could fly the Party’s ticket in the 2020 election. In a swift reaction, Mr.   Chris Nehikhare, the Party’s Publicity Secretary, dismissed Ize Iyamu’s alleged moves as infantile and selfish. He labelled the Pastor as ungrateful by his refusal to respond to enquiries seeking clarifications of his defection to APC.   “As a result of the “uneasy quiet” from our dear Pastor, the Edo PDP is left with no option but to announce his exclusion from all PDP related activities”, read the statement from Nehikhare. Party leaders in State Chapter believe that Pasto...

Reports reaching our news desk last night suggests that Comrade Adams Oshiomole the National Chairman of All Progressive Party (APC) may have been suspended from the Party. According to a statement issued by the State Chapter Chairman, Anselm Ojezua, Comrade Oshiomole was allegedly suspended for causing too much problems in the State.   “We don’t want to be treated like Zamfara in the next elections; so with pains we have no choice but to suspend Oshiomole”, stated Mr. Ojezua. One Mr. Lawrence Okah, caught in the cross fire was also removed from office.   The reason for his removal as APC Secretary-General was based on “anti-party activities”. Following this development, APC Chairmen in the 18 Local Government area of the State reaffirmed their support for Obaseki’s Second term bid.

Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been hailed for throwing away the “His Excellency” tag.   His reason” “Only government officials who have excelled in their service to people should be addressed as such”! The Governor was speaking at an occasion at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Kings Court Parish in Lagos on       October 27, 2019. “I don’t want title in front of my name.   I am actually going to come up with an executive order”, he declared. For this reason, the leaders of the Campaign for Human Rights has christened him “The peoples Governor”. Recall that Sanwo-olu has been making rapid progress in governing Lagos; he has been setting standards and trying to make Lagos a smarter city.

Alhaja (Dr) Mrs. Hannatu Fika’s tenure at the Federal Staff Loans Board has at last expired and she has left – a huge relief for civil servants!   Reports say while she presided over the multi-billion naira establishment set up by the Federal Government to provide Housing succor for Civil Servants of the federation, a policy, well timed, and monitored by the Federal Government, Alhaja (Dr) Mrs. Hannatu Fika was alleged to have turned it into a personal enterprise. Investigation show that the defacto and undisputed Chief Executive   whose word was “law” in her time, decided to run the Loans Board like an imperial majesty deciding who gets paid or not.   As a result, investigation revealed and exposed her as a patently incredible selective overlord with a fixed purpose on patronizing only a few of “lucky” Estate Developers and some lucky Civil Servants (popularly known as subscribers). Records show that only a handful – not more two – Estate Developers reg...

  Comrade Adams Oshiomole the All Progressive Congress (APC) Chairman has come under fire for not supporting implementation of Minimum Wage for workers nationwide. In a power packed Press Conference addressed in Lagos, Comrade Charles Afe-Ikaghe, Secretary-General of Democracy Watch, challenged the APC Chairman to come out clean for workers.   “He was Labor leader for many years; now, he is the Chairman of the ruling Party in government”, observed Mr. Ikaghe. The charismatic leader wondered why as Party Chairman he has not deemed it necessary to impresse his Party’s Governors to implement the Minimum Wage without further delay.   “This ding-dong affair is not necessary.   We expected Adams Oshiomole to correct this; he should do more to assist his Constituency”, declared Mr. Charles Ikaghe. The controversy surrounding the Minimum Wage payment has been considered largely as mystery.   “This is a country endowed with so much national resources...

Ibrahim Magu’s prolific action in combating corruption in Nigeria has attracted the attention of constitutional activist and Chairman League of Patriotic Lawyers, High Chief (Barr) Abubakar Yesufu, whose organization has promptly considered Magu for an Award. Addressing journalists at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Int’l Airport, Abuja on Tuesday, 5 th November, the Rights activist hailed Magu fur his steadfastness, sincere approach to fighting corruption. Magu was specially commended for the     prodigious     manner he has guided his Agency to arrest, investigate, prosecute, indict and even recover huge stolen funds for government.   “We are very impressed with this budding Police officer; he has shown that he is above board”, declared Abubakar Yefufu. The Constitutional Lawyer also praised Magu for his strong commitment, loyalty to the demands of his assignment.   “This is the reason we are giving him an award and will communicate this t...

Comrade James Erebuoye, the President of Concerned Nigeria Network in Diaspora as well as Campaigner for transparency in Governance has lavished praise on President Muhammadu Buhari. The Convener for good democracy hailed President Buhari as the man best suited to preside over the affairs of Nigeria at this moment because of his stellar qualities in combating corruption.   “I can tell you that President Buhari has no friends, has no time to gallivant and is focused on good governance”, he stated. Since, the arrival of President Buhari, Comrade James noted, corruption has been fought to a standstill and sanity has been restored in the financial system.   “Check out the pattern of arrests and you find that there are no more sacred cows”, Comrade James admitted.   “This is what we need for Nigeria”, he stressed.   Speaking further, Comrade James blasted the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for frittering away the financial goodwill in that reg...

A solicitor and advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and current Chairman League of Patriotic Lawyers with the post call experience of more than 3 decades, has punched holes in the allegations made against Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode by members of the Lagos State House of Assembly. The lawyer, Barrister Abubakar Yesufu dismissed the allegations as non-issue.   “Who amongst them has more integrity than Ambode in the first instance? Let me see the one who is in terms of morality more than this man they are chasing”, he queried. The Barrister charged further:   “They are not saying he did not buy the buses; they are saying the procedure he followed was flawed”, he stated.   “How can that be possible in a close nit set-up like the House of Assembly? The Barrister argued that there was no way the executive can appropriate let alone disburse funds without the authority of the legislature and it is a very well-known fact that Ambode was not a dictator.   “If you ha...