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By Idahosa Musa Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Senator Monday Okpebholo-led government of weaponizing the fight against criminality to intimidate, harass, and silence members of the opposition in the State. The Chairman of the Edo PDP Caretaker Committee, Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, made the accusation last Friday while Speaking during a press conference at …

Following the intervention of Edo State High Court 1, Nigeria’s secret Police, otherwise known as the Department of State Services (DSS), today released Comrades Kola Edokpayi and Handson Orako, six days after their unlawful incarceration. The presiding judge openly questioned the rationale behind the DSS’s continued targeting of peaceful activists, while criminal elements such as kidnappers and cultists continue to …

By Idahosa Musa The rank of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State was further depleted as the Speaker of the State House of Assembly (EDHA), Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, on Tuesday, led 17 Local Government Chairmen, councilors, and several other members of the party into the All Progressives Congress (APC). Receiving the defectors on behalf of the APC National …

The Liberal Progressive and Patriotic Members Congress (LPPMC) has extended its heartfelt congratulations to Comrade Festus Osifo following his re-election as President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), describing the development as a recognition of his outstanding leadership and longstanding commitment to the welfare of Nigerian workers. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Dr Kingsley Okundaye, the LPPMC …

By Alltimepost.com A coalition of Nigerian Civil Society Organizations have demanded the immediate and unconditional release of detained human rights activists, Marxist Kola Edokpayi and Comrade Hadson Orako by the Nigerian secret Police, known as the Department of State Service (DSS). The activists were preparing to stage a solidarity protest in support of Captain Ibrahim Traore, the President of Burkina …

Countries like Nigeria, Brazil, and Kenya are asserting their right to regulate digital platforms within their borders. Meta’s threat to shut down Facebook and Instagram in Nigeria, following the $290 million fine imposed by three regulatory agencies in the country, brings to light a complex struggle between global tech giants and national regulators.  While Meta’s stance has sparked significant debate, it raises …

President Bola Tinubu has approved the deployment of two newly appointed Federal Permanent Secretaries to key ministries. This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Eno Olotu, Director, Public Relations, Office of the Head of the Civil Service of  the Federation (HCSF), on Monday in Abuja. Olotu said the move aimed at enhancing governance and promoting effective service delivery. …

CNN — President Donald Trump, the dealmaker-in-chief, has said for weeks that at least one trade deal is imminent with one of the dozens of countries in active negotiations with the United States to avoid punishing tariffs. So where is it? On Sunday aboard Air Force One, Trump said there “could very well be” trade deals announced this week. He also said …

Oyo State Government, on Monday, launched a Joint Task Force on Illegal Mining and Enforcing Executive Order 001/2023. This signalled a comprehensive crackdown on unauthorised mining activities and non-compliance with the regulatory frameworks. This step, according to the government, will combat illegal mining and protect the host communities from attack. The event was held at both Babaaro in Igbeti, Olorunsogo …

The directive also prohibits sharing any official police documents online and warns against carrying luggage or umbrellas for Very Important Persons (VIPs). The Inspector General of Police has issued a stern directive warning all personnel against uploading photographs of themselves in uniform to social media platforms. The directive also prohibits sharing any official police documents online and warns against carrying …