Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a contempt suit against the Federal Government and Mr. Abubakar Malami (SAN), Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice “for failing to recover over N40 billion double pay and life pensions from former governors who are serving as lawmakers and ministers.” Justice Oguntoyinbo of the Federal High Court, Lagos had in November 2019 ordered the Federal Government to “recover life pensions collected by former governors serving as ministers and members of the National Assembly.” Justice Oguntoyinbo also directed Mr Malami to “challenge the legality of states’ life pension laws permitting former…
Author: Stanley Ugagbe
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said it is alarmed, scandalized and embarrassed by the recent assertion by the President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at the commissioning of some judiciary projects in Rivers State, that he will fight corruption in the country. The PDP in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba, said “Tinubu is completely sacrilegious and an assault on the sensibility of Nigerians, having regards to his records of alleged corruption and having been described variously as an embodiment of corruption in his public life. “It is in the public domain that as Governor of Lagos State,…
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has advised the opposition to stop their ‘endless griping over the 2023 presidential election which they lost woefully’, saying they know very well that they deserve to lose the election because of their overconfidence and complacency. In a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, the Minister said Mr. President’s analysis on the reasons for the opposition’s loss in the 2023 elections was incontrovertible. He said the President deserves nothing but accolades for delivering ‘undoubtedly the best election in Nigeria’s history’, adding that the tempestuous but predictable reaction to the President’s comments…
Prior to the February 25th 2023 Nigeria’s Presidential election, there were strong permutations that if the electoral umpire, the Independent National Electoral Commission led by Prof Mahmood Yakubu failed to conduct a free and fair election, the nation will explode in flames. The reasons for this projection are not far-fetched. Personally, I had projected a repetition of the Biblical scenario where the Israelites told King Rehoboam “to your tent oh Israel” after the king failed to agree to their request of alleviating their suffering. Contrary to the projections, the nation has enjoyed an uncommon and perhaps needful peace (ordinarily, no…
Atletico Madrid head coach, Diego Someone has given up hopes of winning La Liga this season, saying leaders Barcelona deserves to win it. He made the remark yesterday after his side suffered a 1-0 defeat in the hands of Hernandez Xavi’s men. In a post defeat conference, Someone said “Barça are on the verge of winning La Liga. Congratulations to them because they deserve it.” On his part, Barca’s coach Xavi described beating Atletico Madrid as an extraordinary moment. Xavi stated that it was a “crucial victory” in the title race. He said “We have beaten a great team, Atlético…
Rights Activist Aisha Yesufu has urged single ladies to set pride aside and toast any man they have interest in. According to a statement shared on Facebook by social influencer Amanda Chisom, Yesufu said long gone are the days where women wait for men to woo them, urging women to “go there and ask him yourself”. She opined that it is not wise for a woman to be ageing and still will not make the move to woo a man she likes. She said: “Go there and toast him yourself. Women nowadays snatch married man from their wives…there is nothing…
Barcelona head coach, Xavi Hernandez has denied knowledge of the growing permutations about Lionel Messi’s imminent return to the club. Xavi made the remark yesterday while providing update about today’s game against Atletico Madrid. Xavi stated that he’s focused on his job and how to win games. In the press conference, Xavi said “We must be recognizable again, recover our identity… And this is a game that motivates us a lot.” “It’s a game to react and show that we want to win this league.” “Lamine Yamal is a player who can help us despite his age. He has a…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday, congratulated Nigerians, especially the Muslim Faithful on Eid-el-Fitr, the completion of the Holy Ramadan Fasting, urging them to use the occasion to pray and work towards the entrenchment of justice, equity, fairness and good governance in the country. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba, the PDP said “The Holy Ramadan offer our nation the divine opportunity for serious introspection especially on issues of the fear of God, integrity, accountability, adherence to set Rules and Constitutional Order as well as the respect for the rights, personal freedom and Will of the…
President Muhammadu Buhari will today, depart the nation for Saudi Arabia on an official visit. This development was contained in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu. According to Garba, the visit will be Buhari’s last trip to the kingdom as President. “President Muhammadu Buhari will travel to Saudi Arabia on official visit from Tuesday, April 11th to 19th on his last trip to the Kingdom as President, during which he will perform Umrah, the Lesser Pilgrimage. “He will be accompanied by his aides.”
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged Nigerians to use the occasion of Easter, the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to pray for the triumph of justice in the country and rekindle their hope for a new and purposeful Order that derive only from the Will of the people. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba, the PDP said the coming of Easter, at the time Nigerians are despondent over the outcome of the 2023 general elections, serves as an assurance that no matter how long falsehood and manipulation appear to thrive,…
In recent times, there has been so much attention on what is happening in the political space that many homes have surreptitiously become a show of shame and there is very little concern. It is good that we are trying to get the leadership of this great nation right, but if we fail to get it right at the home front, which is the foundation and bedrock of the society, we are headed for a long walk. While it can be argued that the growing poverty in the land was orchestrated by successive governments and compounded by the current Government,…
Barcelona legend, Gerard Piqué has disclosed that since the un-ceremonial end of his affair with singer Shakira, he has been receiving backlash from her fans. Fielding questions from newsmen, the former Spain international said he, however, does not care about the criticisms. Recall that on June 4, 2022, the couple announced that they’d ended their relationship in a joint statement after 11 years together. “My ex-partner, Shakira… You don’t know the criticism I’ve been getting from her fans… It’s huge. But I don’t care at all. I don’t know them in real life, they have no life and only know…
Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez has hinted that his former teammate, Lionel Messi could make a sensational return to the club. Recall that in recent weeks, there have been permutations that the 7-time world best footballer could be on his way back to Spain. In a press conference yesterday, Xavi said Barcelona is a club that is dear to Messi. He, however, said ‘this is not the time to talk about his return.” Speaking ahead of today’s game against Elche, Xavi harped on their expectations and also addressed certain issues concerning some of his players. Xavi: “It’s difficult to know…
The lawmaker representing Ethiope East and Ethiope West in the Federal House of Representatives, Ben Igbaka has urged the president Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government to identify and prosecute those that are fueling ethnic crisis in the country. In a Twitter post yesterday, Igbakpa posited that ethnic violence can have a huge negative impact on the nation. The lawmaker’s remark is coming on the hills of series of ethnic violence reported across the country due to the elections. Igbakpa wrote: Violence in any form is unacceptable and goes against the principles of democracy and human rights. Ethnic violence during elections is…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has assured Lagosians of peaceful election, stating that there is no need for fear. A statement by Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso said “Following the recent announcement of some customary rites by traditional rulers, the Government wishes to assure ALL residents of the security of lives and property in the State. “Whilst the State Government reiterates the Freedom of Religion, it also cautions Traditional Institutions holding these Customary Rites to ensure the activities do not infringe on the fundamental rights of citizens, who are not of this faith, especially during the elections. “Residents are advised…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has averred that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has no validly nominated candidate for the rescheduled Saturday March 18, 2023 governorship election in Taraba State in line with the Judgement of the Supreme Court delivered on February 1, 2023 in suit No SC/CV/1564/2022. A statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba said “The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the good people of Taraba State and the general public are invited to note that the import of the judgement of the Supreme Court is to the effect that the APC cannot validly field a candidate…
A Nigerian woman has asked God to make her husband impotent, paralyzed and financially crippled if he ever cheats on her. This development was contained in a post on Facebook by social influencer Fegor Chime. According to the post, the woman who preferred anonymity, said she found some sexual chats on her husband’s phone that suggest he might be oiling other women. In view of the discovery, she prayed God to deal with her husband if he gets intimate with other women. She, however, noted that her husband who heard her make the prayers has started questioning her. She wrote:…
Popular Table Shaker, Reno Omokri has posited that a man who spends money on his wife is not doing her any favour. In a post on Facebook, the former presidential aide argued that men should pay their “house wife” a monthly salary. More so, Omokri revealed how much a man should pay his house wife monthly. He wrote: A man who spends his money on his wife is not doing her any favours. He is doing her his duty. A housewife is not a jobless person. Being a stay at home wife is itself a job. She looks after you.…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned in very strong terms the “barbaric and unprovoked burning of Akere Motor Parts and Allied Dealers Market in Lagos by suspected hoodlums alleged to be agents of the All Progressives Congress (APC).” In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba, the PDP bewailed “the heartless killing of 65 years old Baba Hakeem, the brave security guard at the market, who was reportedly shot dead by the arsonists before touching the market to destroy goods worth hundreds of millions of Naira and devastate the lives and means of livelihood of innocent, hard-working…
Following the exodus of Paris Saint-Germain from the Champions League that has opened up fresh arguments between the fans of Cristiano Ronaldo and that of Lionel Messi, popular social media adviser, Daniel Regha has knocked fans of the former. Goals from Serge Gnabry and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting on Wednesday had seen Bayern Munich knock out PSG from the UCL, halting the dream of Messi to chase another UCL title since 2015. Swiftly after the tie, arguments had erupted on social media between fans of Ronaldo and Messi about who is more instrumental to their teams. Reacting on Twitter, Regha said…
Stanley Ugagbe is thinking about his generation……. 1. In my generation, a fellow can be on top of another doing cowgirl and reverse cowgirl and still be on the phone telling another ‘Baby, I cannot do without You’. 2. In my generation, a government can afflict you for eight years and you reward them with the mantle to afflict you for another eight years. 3. In my generation, a fellow cannot go to Church because rain is falling but will never miss work even if it is raining fire and brimstone. 4. In my generation, you can see a fellow…
Having seen the impact made by the supporters of Peter Obi in February 25th presidential election held in the country, the Peoples Democratic Party has started wooing the Obidients ahead of the Gubernatorial election. Some Governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s aides, particularly Ossai Ovie Success, who was formerly mocking the Obidients, has started appealing to them to vote the candidate of the PDP in the governorship election slated for next week Saturday. In a post on Facebook, Ossai said Sheriff Oborevwori of the PDP is the best person for the State’s most coveted position. He wrote: My Dear Deltans . Obidents and…
The Federal Government has urged former President Olusegun Obasanjo not to truncate the #2023GeneralElections with his “inciting, self-serving and provocative letter on the elections”. In a statement in Abuja on Tuesday, the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, said what the former President cunningly framed as an ‘appeal for caution and rectification’ is nothing but a calculated attempt to undermine the electoral process and a willful incitement to violence. The Minister expressed shock and disbelief that a former President could throw around unverified claims and amplify wild allegations picked up from the street against the electoral process. ”Though…
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s aide, Ossai Ovie Success has thrown a jab at the G-5 Governors. Ossai’s remarks came after Samuel Ortom of Benue State, Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State lost their senatorial elections More so, governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State lost his party’s three senatorial seats to the All Progressives Congress. In a post on Facebook, Ossai averred that the leader of the G-5 Governors, Nyesom Wike of Rivers State used his colleagues and ended their political career. Ossai wrote: G5 SUICIDE MISSION Ortom is down❌ Ugwuanyi is down❌ Ikpeazu is down❌ Makinde…
Barcelona head coach, Xavi Hernandez has expressed anger following his side’s shock defeat to Almeria. In a post match conference, Xavi said the game was their worst outing of the season. He bemoaned his players’ performance, stressing that they failed. Xavi: “This was our worst match of the season.” “I’m very pissed off. It was too difficult. We weren’t there. We weren’t inside the match.” “There are no excuses today. We didn’t deserve to win and we have to take responsibility. I’m very pissed off.” “We want to say sorry to the fans. What we saw today is inexcusable. I…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said it is “alarmed by reports in the public space that Governors Aminu Bello Masari, Nasir el-Rufai, Abdullahi Ganduje and Bello Matawalle of Katsina, Kaduna, Kano and Zamfara States respectively are allegedly mounting pressure on officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to alter the results of the February 25, 2023 Presidential elections in favour of the All Progressives Congress (APC).” In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba, the party said “These desperate APC governors are allegedly pressuring and blackmailing INEC officials to manipulate the results and transfer massive votes…
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s aide, Ossai Ovie Success has called for the arrest of the Pastor in charge of Shekinah Arena Eagle’s International Ministries, Gosple Agochukwu. The Pastor had in a post on Facebook, averred that Heaven miraculously supplied him money. He wrote: “Needed Cash to get something urgent and help a family without bank account but couldn’t find; I opened one of my bible and found some new Naira notes. bank of Heaven have supplied me already. Miracle no de tire Jesus.” Reacting, Ossai, who described the Pastor as a liar, called for his arrest. He wrote: “Pastor Gosple Agochukwu…
Vice-Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, has urged Nigerians not to elect leaders who are not prepared for the office they seek. He said that as a nation grappling with multifaceted challenges, Nigeria could not afford to elect those seeking office for personal aggrandizement. Okowa gave the advice at the Operational Grant Disbursement of Phase II of Delta CARES Result Area 3 programme in Asaba on Monday. He said that Nigeria was in very difficult times and that citizens were feeling more pain in the country due to maladministration in the country…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has demanded that the leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) including its Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and APC State governors immediately release billions of new Naira notes in their custody and halt the anguish being experienced by Nigerians. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba, the PDP described as “wicked and unpardonable that the same band of deceptive, sneaky and hypocritical APC leaders who are deeply involved in intercepting and hoarding of new Naira notes are going about trying to hoodwink Nigerians by posturing as though they are concerned…
Barcelona defender, Jodi Alba has averred that being a player of the Spanish giants comes with lots of responsibilities and challenges. Alba made the remark yesterday while fielding questions from newsmen. The Barca star who harped on the recent performances of the club, said one has to have a very strong mentality to deal with the criticism and pressure that come with the job. He said: “I try to give Balde a lot of advice, so that he continues to grow and learn.” “What do I tell the youngsters? That it’s complicated to be a Barça player. That now it’s…
