PDP Secretary Blames Campaign Against Him on Wike Ties
Senator Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, said on Saturday that efforts to remove him were driven by his association with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Reinstated by the Supreme Court on Friday after prolonged legal battles, Anyanwu claimed he had been targeted as part of a proxy war within the PDP against Wike.
NGF Explains Neutrality on Rivers State Crisis
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum said on Saturday that its neutral stance on the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State was to avoid alienating members with differing political views. The forum emphasized that taking sides on contentious issues could deepen divisions, citing past experiences.
Jonathan Warns Against Judicial Compromise, Poor Governance
Former President Goodluck Jonathan warned on Saturday that a compromised judiciary and ineffective governance harm investment and damage Nigeria’s global image. He made the remarks at the Haske Satumari Foundation’s annual colloquium in Abuja, which focused on promoting equity and inclusion.
Rivers Administrator Vows to Complete Assembly Complex
Rivers State Sole Administrator, Ibok Ibas, has pledged to complete the State House of Assembly complex before leaving office. During a Saturday inspection, he noted a structural gap in state governance and emphasized the need to restore institutional integrity.
Adeleke Imposes 24-Hour Curfew in Troubled Osun Communities
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Saturday declared a 24-hour curfew in Ilobu, Ifon, and Erin-Osun to contain ongoing communal clashes. The curfew takes immediate effect.
Meningitis Outbreak Kills Six KSUSTA Students
An outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis has killed six students at Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero. The university’s Public Relations Officer, Mustapha Ango, confirmed the deaths in a statement on Saturday.
Minister Criticizes Kwankwaso Over Rivers State Comment
Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, on Saturday condemned NNPP’s 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, for criticizing President Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. He advised Kwankwaso to refrain from public commentary.
Eight Ogun Students Arrested for Cultism
The Ogun State Police Command said on Saturday that it had arrested eight students from Ifo High School for alleged involvement in cult activities. The suspects, all between 15 and 16 years old, include Omolaso Waris, Bennett Bolawatife, and Kilani Babatunde, also known as “Soldier.”
Police Rescue Abducted Victims in Anambra
Three unidentified kidnap victims were rescued by police along the Onitsha-Owerri Expressway in Ozubulu, Anambra State. Police spokesperson SP Tochukwu Ikenga said the rescue occurred around 7:20 a.m. on Saturday.
Air Force Bombards Terrorist Hideouts in Borno, Katsina
The Nigerian Air Force has conducted airstrikes on terrorist hideouts in Borno and Katsina States, killing several insurgents. NAF spokesperson Group Captain Kabiru Ali disclosed this in a statement issued Friday in Abuja.