The Niger State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has warned Nigerians circulating a video of an armed Civil Defence operative to desist, stating that it poses a threat to national security. A video recently surfaced on social media showing a Civil Defence personnel, Idris Saidu, carrying arms in both hands. He was alleged to be a supplier of arms to bandits and armed robbers. In response on Tuesday, the spokesman for the Niger State Command of the Corps, Abubakar Muti, said in a statement that the video is ten years old and that the personnel in…
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The leadership of the Labour Party on Tuesday knocked the Chairman of the newly installed caretaker committee, Senator Nenadi Usman, for stating that they were inaugurated as a quick intervention to rescue the party from being deregistered. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Obiora Ifoh, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja. While describing the statement as ludicrous, unsubstantiated, and a pack of lies, Ifoh explained that the party has fully abided by the electoral laws guiding political platforms and, therefore, cannot be deregistered by INEC. The concern comes barely two weeks after the Labour Party presidential flag…
As Prophet Fufeyin faces an investigation by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control over allegations of selling miracle products, prominent gospel singer Victoria Orenze has issued a stern warning to Christians, urging them to beware of infiltrators who misuse religious authority. The ‘Truth In Sounds’ singer’s comment comes against the backdrop of controversies surrounding the sale of the products branded “miracle water” and “River Jordan water”, amongst others, by a faith-based organisation, Christ Mercy Land Delivery Ministries, led by Prophet Fufeyin. Orenze criticized the practices of some religious leaders who deviated from Jesus Christ’s teachings. “Dear…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Tuesday, commissioned Sakponba and Sapele Road Junction improvement works in line with the government’s commitment to improving the transport system. The governor also commissioned a computerised vehicle centre for the Vehicle Inspection Office in the State. Obaseki, who said his government has since 2016 focused on redesigning the State’s transportation system, said the State has continued to regulate the sector, ensuring a more effective and efficient system. “We started regulating the way people behave on our roads and set up the Edo State Traffic Management Agency (EDSTMA) to help out. “We have seen…
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, on Tuesday, urged the Federal Government to enact laws to make traditional rulers relevant and regain their lost dignity. He gave this advice while playing host to the Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, who paid him a visit at his palace in Oke Aremo in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Speaking through the Ekaarun Balogun of Ibadanland, High Chief (Senator) Sharafadeen Alli, Oba Olakulehin said Ibadan and Ogbomoso have been in a good relationship since time immemorial. He said, “The traditional rulers are the closest to the people, hence there is a…
The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has said nobody can put fire to the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state. Mohammed, a Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, was responding to comments made by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, who threatened to truncate the existing peace in the state. Wike had warned the PDP governors during the party’s state congress in Port Harcourt to avoid interfering in the party’s matters in Rivers State, threatening to “put fire in their states.” Responding while addressing the National Working Committee of the PDP during a…
Justice Peter Lifu, of a Federal High Court in Abuja, on Tuesday, vacated an ex-parte order barring the Kwara State government from conducting Local Government election which was slated for September 21, in the state. Justice Lifu, while delivering a ruling in the Suit held that the order which was issued July 29, has expired as it has exceeded the 14 days approved by law. The Peoples Democratic Party had in a suit number marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/1061/2024, sued the Independent National Electoral Commission, Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission, Kwara AG, Inspector-General of Police and State Security Service as 1st to 5th…
The Rivers State Police Command has announced the dismantling of a fake job syndicate and the rescue of 16 victims in Igwuruta, Ikwerre Local Government Area. The State Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, revealed this at a press briefing at the Command’s Headquarters in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. Disu explained that the syndicate was uncovered when police operatives responded to a distress call from concerned residents who suspected a hostage situation. The suspects had posed as company staff and potential employers to defraud unsuspecting job seekers.He stated that the fraudsters had already duped their victims of large sums of money,…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi club Al Nassr announced the departure of Portuguese coach Luis Castro on Tuesday, a day after starting their AFC Champions League Elite campaign with a disappointing draw. Monday’s 1-1 stalemate with Iraq’s Al Shorta in the Asian competition compounded a slow start to the domestic season with the current contract of Ronaldo, 39, due to expire next summer. “Al Nassr can announce that head coach Luis Castro has left the club,” said a statement posted on X. “Everyone at Al Nassr would like to thank Luis and his staff for their dedicated work during the past 14…
Nigerian football legend Jay Jay Okocha has joined the ongoing debate over who is the greatest footballer of all time, Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. For nearly two decades, the duo has dominated discussions about football greatness, with their rivalry highlighted by a record thirteen Ballon d’Or awards—Messi with eight and Ronaldo with five. In a recent interview with Pulse Fun Facts, Okocha noted that both players are good but chose Messi as the best. He said, “They are both GOATs but my personal GOAT is Messi because he looks more natural to me.” Okocha’s own illustrious career spanned from…