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Friday, 28 February 2025 04:47

Kemi Badenoch’s broadsides against Nigeria haunt as UK PM Starmer dubs her ‘self-appointed saviour of Western civilization’

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered a scathing rebuke to Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch during a parliamentary session on Wednesday, dismissing her claim that he had acted on her advice to cut the aid budget. Starmer also took aim at her political persona, labeling her a “self-appointed saviour of Western civilisation” in a remark that seemed to underscore her divisive rhetoric and recent controversial comments about Nigeria, the country of her origin. Badenoch, who has faced criticism in the past for her harsh remarks about Nigeria—where her parents came from—suggested during the session that Starmer had heeded her recommendation to…

Wednesday, 26 February 2025 04:41

Afenifere gets new leader after Ayo Adebanjo’s demise

The Pan Yoruba Socio-Political Group, Afenifere, has appointed Oba Oladipo Olaitan as the new leader of the group. This was contained in a communique issued after its monthly general meeting held at the lsanya Ogbo, in Ogun state, the country home of its late leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo. The Meeting was attended by delegates from the six South West states, Kogi, Kwara and the Itsekiri of Delta State According to the communique, “Oba Olaitan will function as the Leader in acting capacity till after the final burial of Papa Ayo Adebanjo when he will assume the office as substantive Leader.…

Friday, 21 February 2025 04:45

IBB recounts events leading to annulment of 1993 election, raises N17.5bn for Presidential library at book launch

Nigeria’s former military president, Ibrahim Babangida (IBB), has expressed regret over the annulment of the 12 June 1993 presidential election, widely regarded as one of the freest and fairest in Nigeria’s history. In his newly released autobiography, “A Journey in Service”, Babangida blamed the late General Sani Abacha and other military officers for the annulment, which occurred 32 years ago. The book, presented to the public on Thursday in Abuja, also served as the platform for the launch of the IBB Presidential Library project, which garnered N17.5 billion in donations from Nigerian business elites. Babangida, who officially announced the annulment…

Tuesday, 18 February 2025 04:50

Bloodbath in Osun as APC, PDP clash over control of LGs

The crisis over the control of local government secretariats in Osun State, yesterday, worsened as eight persons, including a local government chairman, were reportedly killed and scores injured as elected local government officials on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, resumed offices at the various council secretariats. While the state government said the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, lost five persons, the APC said three of its members were killed. The PDP and APC have been laying claim to the control of the council areas with the APC claiming that the Appeal Court had reinstated the sacked elected council…

Sunday, 16 February 2025 04:58

With Tinubu’s glaring failures, only self-interest makes politicians defect to APC - Tambuwal

Aminu Tambuwal, a former Sokoto State governor and currently a senator, has condemned the recent wave of political defections in Nigeria’s North West, describing them as self-serving and disconnected from the needs of the people. Speaking to journalists after the inaugural North West Zonal Executive Council Meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kaduna on Saturday, Tambuwal criticized politicians switching to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing them of prioritizing personal gain over public interest. “Defections are often driven by personal motives, or what I refer to as ‘stomach infrastructure,’ rather than a genuine concern for the people,”…

Sunday, 16 February 2025 04:54

Kessington Adebutu mourns Ayo Adebanjo, hails his legacy

Renowned businessman and philanthropist, Sir Kessington Adebutu, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of elder statesman and nationalist, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, who died on the morning of Friday, February 14, 2025. In a heartfelt condolence letter addressed to Adebanjo’s family, Sir Adebutu described the late Afenifere leader as a “foremost nationalist, elder statesman, and legal luminary titan” who remained a “dogged fighter for the cause of the masses” throughout his life. He praised Pa Adebanjo’s unwavering commitment to the principles of Obafemi Awolowo, noting that his resilience, candor, and steadfastness made him an inspiration to many. “As we mourn…

Saturday, 15 February 2025 04:56

A nation mourns: Tributes pour in for Ayo Adebanjo, as Nigeria bids farewell to a titan of equity and justice

The Nigerian nation is in mourning following the passing of Pa Ayo Adebanjo, the revered leader of the Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, who transitioned peacefully at his Lekki residence on February 14, 2025, at the age of 96. A towering figure in Nigeria’s political landscape, Adebanjo’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief and heartfelt tributes from across the country, with leaders and citizens alike reflecting on his lifelong dedication to justice, equity, and true federalism. Afenifere’s Formal Announcement: A Call to Continue the Struggle In a solemn statement, Afenifere formally announced the passing of its leader, describing him as…

Saturday, 01 February 2025 04:21

Tinubu targeting opposition, not corruption — Atiku

Former Vice President and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has criticized the arrest of Usman Yusuf, a prominent social critic, accusing the Tinubu administration of using state machinery to silence opposition rather than combat corruption. In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Atiku questioned the timing of Yusuf’s arrest, noting that the charges against him date back to the previous administration. He accused the Tinubu government of hypocrisy, alleging that it shields individuals under investigation while weaponizing state institutions to suppress dissent. “It’s clear that Tinubu’s administration is more focused on manipulating the system for…

Saturday, 01 February 2025 04:20

Clarification on misrepresentation of Afenifere UK

PRESS RELEASE Our attention has been drawn to a press release issued by a certain Anthony Ajayi, a former officer of the organisation, purporting to speak on behalf of Afenifere UK. We wish to categorically state that Ajayi is no longer authorised to represent Afenifere UK in that capacity. For the avoidance of doubt, there is only one Afenifere UK, formally registered as an organisation limited by guarantees with Companies House in the United Kingdom. This is a matter of public record and can be verified by any interested party. The current Secretary-General of Afenifere UK is Seun Kolade, and…

Wednesday, 22 January 2025 04:21

Nigerians compose music, throw lavish party celebrating Trump’s inauguration

On Monday, an unnamed group of Northern Nigerians led by Jamilu Majia and Adams Funtua organised a luncheon to celebrate Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States. Majia, a musician, composed and released a music video in November 2024 to drum up support for Trump during the build-up to the presidential election. In the music video posted on his TikTok page, he extolled Trump and urged Americans to vote for his return to the White House. In the music video, children hold American flags and wear customised vests while singing about Trump. However, the luncheon video…

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Tuesday, 21 January 2025 04:45

Donald Trump returns to White House, says ‘the golden age of America begins right now’

President Donald Trump delivered a 30-minute speech from the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, his second inaugural address to the American people. Here is a transcript: Vice President Vance, Speaker Johnson, Senator Thune, Chief Justice Roberts, justices of the United States Supreme Court, President Clinton, President Bush, President Obama, President Biden, Vice President Harris and my fellow citizens: The golden age of America begins right now. From this day forward, our country will flourish and be respected again all over the world. We will be the envy of every nation. And we will not allow ourselves to be taken advantage of any…

Monday, 20 January 2025 04:55

Trump promises historic start to his second presidency during victory rally

President-elect Donald Trump pledged an unprecedented start to his administration during a Victory Rally in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, outlining an ambitious plan for his first week in office. Trump vowed to issue a wave of executive orders and implement sweeping reforms, promising to make voters “extremely happy.” “You’re going to see executive orders that will set our country on the right course,” Trump said. “By the time the sun sets tomorrow, the invasion of our borders will have stopped, and illegal border trespassers will be on their way home.” Reports indicate Trump plans to sign more than 200 executive…

Sunday, 19 January 2025 04:33

‘Govt destroys lives in Nigeria; UK shouldn’t be allowed to become such’ - Kemi Badenoch

The leader of UK’s Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, has said she doesn’t want Britain to be like Nigeria that is plagued by “terrible governments.” Speaking on Thursday at an event organised by Onward, a British think tank producing research on economic and social issues, Badenoch expressed fears that Britain may become like Nigeria if the system is not reformed. “And why does this matter so much to me? It’s because I know what it is like to have something and then to lose it,” Badenoch told the audience. “I don’t want Britain to lose what it has. “I grew up…

Saturday, 11 January 2025 05:05

Ohanaeze Ndigbo gets new President-General

John Azuta-Mbata, a former senator, has been elected as the new president-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the prominent Igbo socio-cultural organization. Azuta-Mbata, who represented Rivers East Senatorial District in the Nigerian Senate from 1999 to 2007, was elected during a meeting held in Enugu State on Friday. Alongside him, other executives were also elected to oversee the organization’s affairs for the next four years. Azuta-Mbata succeeds Fidelis Chukwu, an Imo State native, who had been serving as president-general since December 2024. Chukwu had completed the tenure of Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, who passed away on July 25, 2024. Iwuanyanwu, a prominent figure from…

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