President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Dr. Saviour Enyiekere as the Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), a move that signals both political strategy and administrative continuity. Enyiekere, an environmental specialist, previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff to the Senate President, making his transition into this legislative administrative role an interesting development.TheContinue reading "*Tinubu’s Choice for NASC Chairman: Strategic or Political?*"
Tension Rises: FG Orders Osun Governor Adeleke to Suspend Local Government Elections
In a dramatic turn of events, the Federal Government has directed Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to suspend the local government elections slated for this Saturday. The decision comes amidst rising tensions and escalating violence that have reportedly led to multiple casualties.Nigerian Stories, through its official X handle, broke the news, attributing the federal directiveContinue reading "Tension Rises: FG Orders Osun Governor Adeleke to Suspend Local Government Elections"
IGP Egbetokun Decorates 19 Senior Officers, Charges Them on Excellence in Policing
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, NPM, today, Thursday, February 20, 2025, presided over the decoration of 19 newly promoted senior police officers in a grand ceremony at the Goodluck Jonathan International Peacekeeping Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja. The event, filled with pomp and prestige, was attended by top dignitaries, senior police officers,Continue reading "IGP Egbetokun Decorates 19 Senior Officers, Charges Them on Excellence in Policing"
Sowore Demands Jail for IBB, Obasanjo, Abdulsalami, and David Mark Over Annulment of MKO Abiola’s June 12 Victory
Renowned human rights activist and convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, Omoyele Sowore, has issued a fiery call for the prosecution and imprisonment of former Nigerian leaders responsible for the annulment of the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election.Sowore specifically named former military dictator, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (retd); former President Olusegun Obasanjo; former Head ofContinue reading "Sowore Demands Jail for IBB, Obasanjo, Abdulsalami, and David Mark Over Annulment of MKO Abiola’s June 12 Victory"
POLITICAL MURDER OR COVER-UP? SOLUDO’S GOVERNMENT UNDER FIRE OVER KILLING OF ANAMBRA LAWMAKER AZUKA
The controversy surrounding the assassination of Hon. Justice Azuka, a Labour Party (LP) lawmaker representing Onitsha 1 Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, has taken a dramatic turn as fiery Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Chibuzo Emmanuel Obimma—popularly known as Fr. Ebube Muonso—accuses Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration of shielding the killers.In a scathing videoContinue reading "POLITICAL MURDER OR COVER-UP? SOLUDO’S GOVERNMENT UNDER FIRE OVER KILLING OF ANAMBRA LAWMAKER AZUKA"
TERROR ON NIGHT PATROL: SOLDIER ALLEGEDLY STABS VIGILANTE TO DEATH IN DELTA, INJURES ANOTHER
In a shocking display of violence, a soldier identified as Chiko Godspower, reportedly serving in Kaduna State, has allegedly stabbed two vigilantes—killing one—after a heated confrontation in the Udu area of Delta State.The deadly encounter occurred on February 3 during a midnight patrol when a local vigilante team flagged down a speeding motorcycle for aContinue reading "TERROR ON NIGHT PATROL: SOLDIER ALLEGEDLY STABS VIGILANTE TO DEATH IN DELTA, INJURES ANOTHER"
Tinubu Reshuffles Legislative Leadership: Appoints NASC Chairman, Orji Kalu’s Brother, 11 Others as Members
In a strategic move to strengthen the legislative arm of government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Saviour Enyiekere as Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) for a renewable five-year term.Enyiekere, an environmental specialist, previously served as the Deputy Chief of Staff to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. His appointmentContinue reading "Tinubu Reshuffles Legislative Leadership: Appoints NASC Chairman, Orji Kalu’s Brother, 11 Others as Members"
Food Prices May Never Return to Pre-Subsidy Levels, But Economy is Stabilizing – Tinubu’s Presidency
The Bola Tinubu administration has declared that food and commodity prices in Nigeria may never return to the levels before the removal of fuel subsidies, despite ongoing economic reforms aimed at stabilizing the economy.Sunday Dare, President Tinubu's Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, made this disclosure in a statement on Thursday, addressing concerns overContinue reading "Food Prices May Never Return to Pre-Subsidy Levels, But Economy is Stabilizing – Tinubu’s Presidency"
BREAKING: Deadly Explosions Rock Rivers Oil Facility, Casualties Feared
A massive explosion has rocked an oil facility in Rivers State, sending shockwaves across the region and sparking fears of casualties. The incident, which occurred earlier today, was confirmed by Nigerian Stories via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle.Details surrounding the cause of the explosion remain unclear, but eyewitnesses report a series of deafening blasts,Continue reading "BREAKING: Deadly Explosions Rock Rivers Oil Facility, Casualties Feared"
“Tragic End: Ekiti Couple’s Son Recounts Shocking Moments Before Their Deaths”
The son of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Leramo Caleb from Ekiti State has broken his silence on the harrowing events leading to the deaths of his parents, shedding light on a seemingly normal evening that ended in unimaginable tragedy.SaharaReporters, via its official X handle, reported the heartbreaking account, where the couple’s son revealed thatContinue reading "“Tragic End: Ekiti Couple’s Son Recounts Shocking Moments Before Their Deaths”"
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