Kogi Assembly Demands EFCC Chairman’s Removal: ‘Olukoyede’s Actions a Threat to Our Governor’s Life’
The Kogi State House of Assembly has called for the immediate removal of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, accusing him of unprofessional conduct in handling the case against former Governor Yahaya Bello. During a plenary session, lawmakers alleged that Olukoyede’s actions, including an attack on the Kogi Government Lodge, posed a […]
Edo Election Was ‘A Transaction, Not an Election’ – Akpata Laments Vote-Buying and Voter Apathy
Olumide Akpata, the Labour Party candidate in the Edo governorship election, has condemned the widespread vote-buying and voter apathy that marred the poll. In a statement on Monday, Akpata described the election as “a transaction, not an election,” following the declaration of APC’s Monday Okpebholo as the winner. Akpata cited reports from YIAGA Africa, a […]
EDO 2024: Technology Won’t Fix Nigeria’s Elections: ‘The Problem Is Human Attitude,’ Says Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan emphasized that technology alone cannot solve Nigeria’s electoral challenges, stating that the mindset of the people is the core issue. Speaking at an event in Abuja, he noted that many Nigerians approach politics with a “dirty attitude,” which contributes to the country’s political conflicts. Jonathan highlighted that the struggle for power […]
Tinubu Calls on Senate to Confirm Justice Kekere-Ekun as Chief Justice: ‘Swift Action Required’
President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Senate to confirm Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). In a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary, Tinubu emphasized the need for swift Senate approval, citing Section 231(1) of the Nigerian Constitution, which allows the President to appoint a CJN […]
Tinubu Declines Assent to Bill Extending Legislative Officers’ Service Years: ‘Careful Consideration Led to This Decision’
President Bola Tinubu has refused to approve a bill aimed at extending the service years of legislative officers at the National Assembly and state Houses of Assembly. The bill proposed increasing the service years from 35 to 40 and raising the retirement age from 60 to 65. In a letter addressed to the Senate and […]