Author: Candid Reporters

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos state, has suspended Wale Ajetunmobi, his senior special assistant on print media, over his social media comments. In a now deleted post published via X on November 23, Ajetunmobi said a number of those who burnt Television Continental (TVC) in 2020 were “hunted down and executed”. “The full story of people who burnt down TVC in 2020 will be told one day, with gory clips and images. One thing to note: majority of them have been hunted down and executed,” he wrote. “One of them, a young boy trading in cooking gas around Ketu, was…

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has called for urgent collaboration to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in the South East region. Speaking at a high-level roundtable discussion in Abuja titled “Through Their Eyes: A Call to Action, Addressing Humanitarian Challenges in the South East”, the Deputy Speaker revealed that over 268,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) are currently spread across 158 camps and affected communities in the region. The event organized by the Office of the Deputy Speaker in collaboration with the Peace in South East Project (PISE-P), brought together international non-governmental organizations…

The N50 billion suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Federal Government was stalled on Monday due to the absence of Justice Inyang Ekwo of a Federal High Court in Abuja. CANDID REPORTERS gathered that the matter could not proceed because Justice Ekwo was on official engagement. The judge was said to be sitting in another division of the court. The case was subsequently fixed for Feb. 11, 2025 for further mention. Kanu had sued the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) as 1st and 2nd defendants…

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) have applauded the reduction in price for purchasing petroleum product from the Dangote Refinery, stating its significance in a competitive market. Dangote Petroleum Refinery had on Sunday announced a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to ₦970 per litre for oil marketers. According to the company’s Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina, highlighted the reduction as a gesture of appreciation to Nigerians for their steadfast support in bringing the refinery’s vision to life. This new price marks a ₦20 decrease from the refinery’s earlier ex-depot price…

Soldiers of the Nigerian Army has engaged in fierce gun battle with unidentified gunmen in Mbata, Umuchima village, Isiala Ngwa North LGA, of Abia state. CANDID REPORTERS gathered from THE NATION that over 15 Hilux vehicles and armored personnel carriers arrived at Umuchima village around 6 a.m., targeting suspected gunmen reportedly camped near a river that marks the boundary between Abia and the Mbaise axis of Imo State. The Nigerian Army, 14 Brigade, Ohafia have reportedly taken control of key junctions leading in and out of the village, while others engage the gunmen in nearby bushes. Gunfire has persisted as…

The Abia State government has warned against Unauthorised delivery of healthcare services and distribution of drugs to the pubic in the state. The statement was made public by Prof Enoch Ogbonnaya UcheCommissioner for Health in the state. Read full Press release below 👇 WARNING AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED MEDICAL OUTREACHES AND HEALTHCARE EVENTS IN ABIA STATE. The attention of the Ministry of Health Abia State has been drawn to unauthorized delivery of healthcare services and distribution of drugs to the public by uncertified persons under the guise of free medical mission in Abiriba, Ohafia Local Government Area. Those conducting this medical outreach…

BY Divine Nwankwo (Umuahia) Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says his government has resolved to rejig the security architecture of the State. Addressing the press after an emergency security council meeting in response to the recent attacks on security personnel in the State, Governor Otti said that they have taken a decision to smoke out criminal elements in the State. “We have all sat down to look at the security architecture of the State and I am happy that we have resolved to rejig the security architecture to ensure that something like these (attacks) will be a thing of…

Renowned political leader and advocate for development, Chief Frank Iheanyi Chinasa, has made a passionate call for renewed focus on transformational grassroots development in Bende Local Government Area.This appeal comes on the heels of the recent inauguration of the newly elected Bende Local Government Council under the leadership of Deacon Uwabunkeonye Bassey.Speaking against the backdrop of the overwhelming grassroots support accorded the newly elected Council leadership, Chief Chinasa urged the Mayor and his administration not to relent in their efforts to develop all communities in Bende.He stressed the importance of evolving innovative policies that would drive unparalleled social, infrastructural, and…

The federal government has stopped the halts funds from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) to the Rivers State government. The the latest development was disclosed by the spokesperson of the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa on Friday.  CANDID REPORTERS recalls that a court had ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the federal government to stop the payment of FAAC revenue to Rivers State until Governor Fubara represents the state’s budget to the House of Assembly recognized by the law. Mokwa said the decision is in compliance with a court order on the…

In a landmark development, the Nigerians in Diaspora Organization Americas (NIDOA) has resolved long-standing divisions, uniting all chapters across the Americas under one cohesive umbrella. This milestone was officially achieved at the organization’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Bloomington, Minnesota, on November 16, 2024. Under the theme “NIDOA: Building A Strong & United Nigerian Diaspora Community,” representatives from over 20 USA chapters, continental chairs from Canada and Brazil, and former leaders engaged in extensive dialogue to chart a unified path forward. The unification, seen as a turning point, brings renewed focus to the organization’s mission of advocacy and support…