Donald Duke, a former governor of Cross River, says a lot of quacks involved in politics in Nigeria have brought it to the lowest level. Duke spoke in Abuja on Saturday on the sidelines of the 2024 teens career conference titled ‘The power of music’. The conference was organised by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG)—The Everlasting Arm Parish, …

Meeting an untimely and violent death in the line of duty is a tragic event that warrants a thorough investigation. It also tests the leadership of those who engaged the victim, who are expected to show empathy and do their best to prevent such tragedies. Last week, the APC governorship candidate, Monday Okpebholo failed this basic test when violence ensued …

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, on Wednesday, said some state governors were encouraging criminals for the purpose of using them during elections. He urged them to emulate the Edo State governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, who is promoting and encouraging the best brains through his automatic employment of first-class graduates in the state. Jonathan said this at the commissioning of the renovated …

Six traditional rulers in Bauchi State have been dismissed from office over alleged participation in partisan politics in the 2023 general elections. According to a statement signed by the Acting Permanent Secretary of Local Government Service Commission, Nasiru Dewu, on behalf of the Chairman of the Commission, the monarchs were sacked over involvement in partisan politics, misconduct, illegal forest reserve …

The immediate past Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, on Saturday, disclosed plans to devote more time to politics. The ex-Osun State governor also commended the state government for keeping the state safe, which he said had encouraged social interactions amongst the residents. Aregbesola, who spoke at a grand luncheon held in his honour in Osogbo on Saturday, said all …

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Saturday advised public office holders and political class to be deliberate in engaging the youths to foster development, peace and unity in the country. He urged Nigerian youths to be actively involved in the democratic process for a better future, adding that the citizens should join hands together to strengthen and grow the …

The traditional ruler of Modakeke, Osun State, Oba Joseph Olubiyi Toriola, Ajibise Ogo I has urged all politicians in his community to close ranks and prioritise attraction of developmental projects to the town in the overall interest of the people. At his palace on Friday, the traditional ruler reminded politicians that irrespective of their leaning the primary essence of participating …