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The Senate has rejected the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Lauretta Onochie, as a norminee for the National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The chamber refused to confirm her and has reached out to the presidency to replace Onochie, whose nomination has divided senators. The Presidency is currently weighing its options on her although it can still re-present the nominee depending on political circumstance. Onochie’s fate is delaying the confirmation of three others on the list submitted to the Senate by President Muhammadu Buhari. President Buhari had on October 13, nominated Onochie and three…

Former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has advised President Muhammadu Buhari to declare a state of emergency over the state of insecurity in the country. Atiku gave thia advise while condemning the abduction at the Government Science Secondary School, Kankara in Katsina. In his submission, he called on the federal government to declare a state of emergency in states where terrorism and banditry are rampant. “The abduction of a large number of students at the Government Science Secondary School, Kankara in Katsina State, is a very unwelcome escalation of the spate of insecurity in the nation, one which I condemn in the…

Following Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s exposure to a confirmed case of COVID-19, a PCR test performed Friday, December 11, 2010 has confirmed that he has indeed been infected with the virus which is supported by mild symptoms and fatigue typical of a mild case of COVID. Governor Sanwo-Olu is receiving treatment and is being closely monitored at home by the very experienced State COVID-19 clinical team from IDH Yaba. According to the Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi, the governor is doing well on treatment and rest. He stated further in a statement to confirm the governor’s status that,…

Officers of Nigeria Customs Service Federal operation unit zone B, have intercepted a truck loaded with locally produced rice with some sacks concealed under the rice, containing arms and ammunition. According to the NCS spokesperson, DC Joseph Attah, the interception was carried out on information patrol along Yauri, Zamare water side. In a press statement issued on Sunday December 13, 2020, DC Attah staed that,” Upon careful examination the bags were found to contain 73 locally manufactured guns and 891 cartridges. “Three were immediately arrested and are being detained while preliminary investigation is ongoing. Controller of FOU, Zone B, Hamisu…

Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams has blamed president Muhammadu Buhari for the worsening security situation in the country, particularly that of the northern part. He expressed this view shortly after his Ordination on Sunday as an Apostle at the Saviour’s Ministries in Lagos. Iba Gani Adams who attributed Nigeria’s biggest problem to leadership, condemned the recent abduction of about 600 students in a school in Katsina, saying it is a clear evidence of the porous security situation in the country. Aare Adams said president Buhari lack the courage to tackle the spate of insecurity in the country, declaring that…

Traditional rulers, religious leaders, top political statesmen and other Nigerians who converged on Edo state for the Thanksgiving service of the deputy governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu and his wife, Comrade Mrs Maryann Shaibu on sunday, December 13, 2020 have lauded the achievements of the nunber 2 citizen of the state. These relevant stakeholders who came from all works of life for the event at the St. Philip Catholic Church in Jettu, Etsako West Local Government Area of the state, testify that, Comrade Philip Shaibu’s character is impeccable whilst appreciating God for the 2nd term opportunity given to him to serve…

As Edo citizens prepare for this year’s yuletide season, the state deputy governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu has given government’s assurance of guaranteed security of lives and property. The deputy governor gave the assurance while speaking at his Thanksgiving serviceon Sunday December 13, 2020 at St. Philip Catholic Church in Jettu, Etsako West Local Government Area of the state Comrade Philip Shaibu said the State Government is on top of the security situation of the state. He stated to all present that, “We are making efforts to make sure that all Edo Indigenes are able to Celebrate Christmas peacefully without fear…

The Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON) has concluded plans to hold a 2-Day training workshop for its members at Rockview Hotel, Apapa, Lagos, from Thursday 17 to Friday 18 December, 2020. The theme of the workshop is: ‘An Insight Into Nigeria’s Blue Economy Project,’ and it is part of measures to create the much deserved education of the journalists reporting the maritime industry, for a proper understanding of the nation’s Blue Economy Project. A statement on Friday signed by the President and Secretary of AMJON, Mr. Paul Ogbuokiri said the two day event would attract stakeholders from the…

Preparations are on top gear for the much awaited general Thanksgiving Service of the Edo State Deputy Governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu at his home town in Jettu Etsako West Local Government Area on Sunday, December 13, 2020. The thanksgiving Service and Christmas Celebration would offer the Deputy Governor the opportunity to appreciate his people for their trust and confidence reposed on him as a Legislator both in the State House of Assembly, National Assembly and their Solidarity with him in the last Governorship election. In a Statement issued from his media office, the thanksgiving cum Christmas and forthcoming New Year…

Delta state Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has on Thursday inaugurated the state security outfit, “Operation Delta Hawk,” with a charge to ensure success and safer state. Speaking at the event in Asaba, governor Okowa said the outfit is a fulfillment of his administration’s promise to ensure a more secure state. He announced the provision of 18 Hilux Pick-Up Vans, a 24-hour communication office and equipment among other gadgets to the outfit to facilitate its smooth operation. He commended the synergy among the various security agencies which, he said, helped to ensure peace and security in the state. The governor also said…