Naval Chief Lands In Trouble Over Multi Billion Oil Bunkering
Emmanuel Ogalla, the Chief of Naval Staff, is facing a crisis after being flagged for his role in aiding oil bunkering and a multibillion-naira contract-splitting fraud. His actions have raised concerns among defense minister Bello Matawalle, and the scandal could have significant implications for Nigeria’s national security and the reputation of the Nigerian Navy
PDP Chairman Kidnapped On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
The chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Philip Aivoji, was kidnapped on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The party has issued a plea for his safe release and urged the authorities to expedite efforts to ensure his prompt and safe return.
Retired Air Vice Marshal Questions Need for Probe into Army Chief’s Death
Retired Air Vice Marshal Gbolahan Adekunle, formerly Chief of Training and Operations at the Nigeria Air Force, responded to General Ali-Keffi’s call for President Bola Tinubu to form a panel to probe the death of Chief of Army Staff, Ibrahim Attahiru.
Adekunle questioned the need to revisit the incident if it had already been thoroughly addressed by competent military authorities. He expressed worries about the wider consequences and the possibility of complications arising if a committee were formed.
ICJ Rejects South Africa’s Genocide Case Against Israel
The International Court of Justice denies South Africa’s bid to stop Israel’s actions in a genocidal lawsuit. South Africa has accused Benjamin Netanyahu and his military of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.
The 17 panel of Justices, majorly from countries cheering support for ceasefire in Gaza, ruled that Israel should take every measure to reduce genocidal acts in the war against Hamas but not to stop the war. Despite the ruling, Netanyahu vows to intensify military actions against Hamas.
Kamala Harris Warns Against Threats to Democracy
Kamala Harris warned that the United States will “lose this democracy” if voters elect a President who will “weaponize the Department of Justice” to “go after their political enemies,” just like her boss Joe Biden has.
She called out President Trump, who has said that he would weaponize the Department of Justice, and has openly applauded insurrectionists as patriots. Harris urged voters to take the issue seriously and act swiftly.
YOUR REACTION: Kamala Harris sensationally warns we could “lose this democracy,” if we elect a president who would “weaponize the Department of Justice,” and “go after their political enemies.” WATCHpic.twitter.com/ovLDz2vyCr
— Simon Ateba (@simonateba) January 25, 2024
Ogun State Assembly Turmoil: Oluomo Insists, “I Remain Ogun Speaker” Despite Impeachment
The impeached Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Olakunle Oluomo, has declared that he remains the Speaker of the State Assembly, three days after his impeachment by 18 lawmakers.
Oluomo, who addressed a press conference at his quarters, vowed to challenge his impeachment in court. He described the impeachment as dramatic and revealed his intention to take the matter to court after waiting for the intervention of the governor and the APC leadership without success
Private Jet Carrying VIPs Crash-Lands in Ibadan
A private jet carrying about 10 persons, including VIPs, crash-landed at the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan. The jet, which was flying from Abuja, with registration number N580KR, overshot the runway into a nearby bush. Fortunately, there were no casualties, and rescue officials were immediately deployed to the scene.
In a separate news, a former General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division of the Nigerian Army, Maj Gen Danjuma Ali-Keffi (rtd), has called on President Bola Tinubu to probe the air crash that killed former Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Ibrahim Attahiru, alleging that the crash was linked to terror sponsors
Wike Approves N7bn for Primary School Teachers’ Salaries in FCT
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has approved the payment of N7 billion to cover 25% of the salary arrears of primary school teachers in the federal capital territory. The FCTA will cover 40% of the overdue arrears, with the remaining 60% to be paid by the Area Councils.
The Administration has mandated the Area Councils and the FCT to pay within three months, and the funds will be deducted at the source and remitted to them. This decision comes after FCT primary school teachers staged a protest over non-salary payments.
Presidency Clarifies NNPC’s $3.3 Billion Emergency Loan Amid Atiku’s Inquiry
The Presidency responded to Atiku Abubakar’s inquiry about NNPC’s $3.3 billion emergency crude repayment loan, explaining that it was designed to bolster the naira and stabilize the foreign exchange market. The loan, known as Project Gazelle, is a financing agreement secured by NNPC Limited to prepay future royalties and taxes to the federal government. It is a forward-thinking financial strategy that aligns operational needs with broader economic goals by utilizing future crude oil sales for immediate funding, enhancing liquidity, and contributing to Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves
Minister Made Bold Move, Visits Brave Soldier Who Raised Alarm Over Sexual Harassment Scandal
The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, visited female soldier Ruth Ogunleye, who raised allegations of sexual harassment within the military. The minister commended the Chief of Army Staff for the care and attention provided to Ogunleye during her rehabilitation and stated that a desk officer from the ministry would be deployed to the armed forces to ensure Ogunleye’s wellbeing aligns with the ministry’s mandate to promote the welfare of Nigerian women
VIDEO: Bishop Feyi Daniels, Who Predicted Tinubu’s Arrest, Sentenced To Life Imprisonment For R3pe
Bishop Feyi Daniels, a Lagos-based pastor, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for r3pe. He was found guilty of r3pe and sexual assault and sentenced to life imprisonment for the r3pe, and three years for the sexual assault of two members of his church.
