By Abdulrahman Zakariyau Former National Secretary of the defunct Social Democratic Party and former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has revealed that he and the late former Governor of Kano State, Abubakar Rimi, rejected a N160 million bribe from late Abba Kyari intended to secure their support for Olusegun Obasanjo’s vice presidential slot. In an excerpt from his autobiography, ‘Being True to Myself’, launched on May 13, Sule Lamido shared that those considered for the vice presidential slot included Jibril Aminu, former Central Bank Governor, Adamu Ciroma, and Abubakar Rimi. The former governor said Kyari, who later served as…
Author: Spade Nigeria
THE Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Olorogun Jaro Egbo has carefully traversed serially all allegations laid against his administration, urging critics to criticise with facts, just as he reeled out his achievements with committed to transparency, accountability and good governance to the people of Ughelli North. Egbo, a Senior lawyer made this revelation during a press briefing and a tour of some projects with Journalists. The Anglican Knight trashed all allegations levelled against him by some members of his family and public over alleged misconduct and financial misappropriations. Egbo said that It has become imperative to address the…
By Williams Anuku Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi has urged former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, to join the All Progressive Congress. He said the plea became necessary because all the governors in the Southeast region are supporting President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He equally hinted that a section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is nearing completion and that users will have to pay a toll starting in December. He disclosed these in a feature interview for an upcoming State House documentary marking President Tinubu’s second anniversary. Umahi said that all South East governors support President Bola Tinubu’s…
By Yewande Fasan Music star Davido has responded to a social media post criticising his association with the Igbo community. A user, @Yakbel, cautioned Davido against maintaining close ties with Igbos, suggesting they would eventually betray him. The user wrote: “Davido just dey carry Ibo full body, until when dem betray am before e rest, Yoruba boy dey frolick with Ibos in 2025, they want your head and everything you have to belong to them, you can never satisfy Ibos ooo, IBOs are not people you surround yourself with as a Yoruba man”.
by Yusuf Alli The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over 753 units of houses, recovered from a former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. Following intelligence, the commission uncovered the housing units at Plot 109 Cadastral Zone C09, Lokogoma District, Abuja. The property, measuring 150,500 square metres and containing 753 Units of duplexes and other apartments, was recovered based on a final forfeiture order granted by Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court Abuja on December 2, 2024. While handing over the property,…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR Amid rising ethnic tensions in Warri, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on the directive of the Presidency, convened a crucial meeting in Abuja with selected representatives of the Ijaw, Itsekiri, and Urhobo ethnic groups. Contrary to various misleading narratives currently circulating on social media, this report aims to clarify the true account of what transpired during the closed-door session held at the NSA’s office. The meeting, which commenced shortly after 12 noon, was highly restricted—only nine representatives from the three ethnic groups were allowed into the venue. Notably, an early disruption occurred…
Distinguished Senator Ned Nwoko has been conferred with the Cultural Ambassador award by the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the promotion of culture, peace, and national unity in Delta State and across Nigeria. The award was presented during the Commission’s International Museum Day celebration, themed “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities,” held at the China Cultural Center on May 20, 2025. A fitting recipient, Senator Nwoko—who represents Delta North Senatorial District—is widely regarded as a staunch advocate for cultural preservation. His country home, Mount Ned, stands as a vibrant…
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, on Tuesday welcomed a delegation of former councillors from Aniocha South Local Government Area to his office at the National Assembly in a show of solidarity and support. In a statement he shared on his official Facebook page, Senator Nwoko expressed gratitude for the visit, describing it as a source of encouragement and inspiration. “Honoured to receive former councillors from Aniocha South who paid a solidarity visit to my office at the National Assembly,” the senator wrote. “Their kind words, encouragement, and pledge of support mean a lot. “When the people recognize…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo Delta state Government has reiterated its determination to uphold excellence, hardwork and maintain integrity by promoting and defending the culture and the image of the civil service. The Heard of Service of Delta State Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji made the promise when she and her management team embarked on an inspection tour of some Departments and agencies (MDA’s) directly under the supervision of her Office. Speaking while being conducted round the premises of the Staff Training Center by the Deputy Director of Studies, Mrs. Modebe Louisa, the HOS advised that utilization of facilities in the center should…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo Civil Servants across the State Have been called upon to delve into agriculture, especially the home stead farming as it would reduce hunger in Nigeria. The Head of Service of Delta State, Dr. (Mrs) Mininim Oseji made a call when she visited the home stead farm of the commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Hon. Val Arenyeka at the Commissioners Quarters in Asaba. According to her, “every home should have a Garden to reduce hunger in Nigeria.” She stressed the need for Civil Servants to be properly sensitized on the resources required in terms of finances and…