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FG Backs 30% Youth Quota Bill, Pledges Full Support for Youth-Friendly Governance Agenda

Kamal Yalwa02 mins

The Federal Government has declared full support for the proposed Youth Quota in Parliament Bill, which seeks to reserve 30 percent of parliamentary seats for young Nigerians aged 25 to 35, including women and persons with disabilities. The Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Olawande Ayodele, announced the government’s backing while joining ongoing advocacy efforts for the bill. He affirmed his commitment to collaborate with campaigners, amplify the initiative, and ensure that young people’s voices are adequately represented in the nation’s constitution. The bill, sponsored by Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao Akala, Chairman of the House Committee on Youth, passed its first reading in the National Assembly on November 12. The minister noted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has already set a strong precedent for youth inclusion by appointing more young Nigerians into government roles than any previous administration. “The present administration has reassured that quota for youth is part of its policy agenda,” he said, expressing confidence in the bill’s successful passage. He commended the advocacy team led by Hon. Blessing Oyefeso, President of Nigeria Youths in Politics and Team Lead for the Youth Quota in Parliament Bill Advocacy, praising their dedication to advancing youth participation in governance. According to him, the government’s commitment to working with youth-led groups marks a significant milestone in strengthening democratic inclusion. The Youth Quota in Parliament Bill is considered a major step toward empowering young Nigerians and expanding their participation in national decision-making and governance.

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NDLEA Seizes 396,000 Tramadol Capsules at Yola Airport, Arrests Suspect

Fola Badmus03 mins

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 396,000 capsules of tramadol at the Aliyu Mustapha International Airport in Yola, Adamawa State. The seizure, made on 14 November, comes just a week after operatives recovered more than 171,000 tramadol capsules in coordinated operations across Niger, Benue and Taraba States. NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi confirmed on Sunday that a 50-year-old suspect, Ahmed Isyaku Nda, was arrested in connection with the Yola interception. He added that operatives also raided a warehouse in Asob Maraba, Karu, Nasarawa State, where they recovered 785 kilogrammes of cannabis belonging to a dealer who fled before officers arrived. In Lagos, the agency also arrested a suspected drug baron who had been posing as a hotelier and businessman. The suspect, Franc CJ Ibemesi, 42, was arrested at his hotel on Ago Palace Way, Isolo, and later taken to his warehouse where officers found 1.76 tonnes of cannabis packed in 42 jumbo bags and four cartons. Recovered cash from the operation included $11,600, £2,000, €2,200, and 50 Canadian dollars. In Osun State, NDLEA operatives foiled an attempt by a syndicate operating in the Orita-Apeje and Araromi-Okeodo forest reserves to distribute over 11 tonnes of processed cannabis. Two trucks transporting the drugs were seized, and seven suspects — Lucky Abiodun, Julius Amos, Victor Ngbikili, Sunday Oduegwu, Ibrahim Akanni, Eze Godstime and Fred Ifeanyichukwu — were apprehended. NDLEA Chairman, Brig.-Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), praised the operatives for their vigilance and urged personnel nationwide to maintain the momentum of the agency’s coordinated anti-drug efforts. The latest string of operations follows the recent recovery of a ₦338 billion drug consignment at the PTML Terminal of the Tin Can Island Port in Lagos. The NDLEA says it is working with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the UK’s National Crime Agency to track the syndicates behind the shipment.

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CRIDA Commends President Tinubu Over Reinstatement of Marilyn Ogar, Clearance of Justice Onnoghen

Fola Badmus02 mins

The Cross River State Indigenes Development Association (CRIDA) in Abuja has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for reinstating and promoting Mrs. Marilyn Ogar of the Department of State Services (DSS). The commendation comes after the President approved the reinstatement and elevation of Mrs. Ogar, a former DSS spokesperson, and intervened to clear the name of former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Samuel Nkanu Onnoghen. In a statement issued on Wednesday, CRIDA President, Chief Sankara Dickson Unung, praised President Tinubu for what he described as a strong commitment to justice, fairness, and merit. “Mrs. Ogar served the nation with integrity, courage, and professionalism, and her reinstatement is a triumph of truth and faith,” he said. CRIDA also lauded the President for promoting Lt. Gen. Emmanuel Akomaye Parker Undiandeye to the position of Chief of Defence Intelligence, noting his outstanding service and leadership in national security. The association extended appreciation to the Director-General of the DSS, Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, for facilitating Ogar’s reinstatement and congratulated her for her resilience and unwavering dedication. “We stand solidly behind President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. We see in his leadership a new dawn of justice, merit, and inclusion for all Nigerians,” Chief Unung added.

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Troops Rescue 86 Kidnapped Victims, Arrest 29 Logistics Suppliers in Borno — Nigerian Army

Fola Badmus02 mins

The Nigerian Army has announced the rescue of 86 kidnapped victims and the arrest of 29 terrorist logistics suppliers during coordinated counter-terrorism operations in Borno State. According to a statement issued by Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) on Sunday, troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion under Sector 2 OPHK encountered Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists at Dutse Kura on November 9, 2025, while responding to reports of abductions along the Buratai–Kamuya Road. The troops reportedly foiled the attack, pursued the insurgents toward Mangari, and overpowered them in a follow-up clash near their camp, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray. During the operation, 86 abducted civilians, including men, women, and children, were rescued. Troops also discovered and destroyed 11 makeshift terrorist structures within the area. Recovered items included one AK-47 rifle, five magazines containing 73 rounds, four PKT ammunition belts, five civilian vehicles, five motorcycles, eight bicycles, and two logistics tricycles. In a separate operation, troops deployed at Mangada intercepted 29 suspected terrorist logistics suppliers heading to Chilaria. Recovered from them were two pickup vans, a tricycle loaded with 1,000 litres of petrol, four gallons of engine oil, two gun truck tyres, a large cache of medical supplies, and significant quantities of foodstuffs and provisions. The military confirmed that no casualties were recorded among troops during the operations. The Military High Command commended the troops for their gallantry and professionalism, urging them to sustain efforts to deny terrorists freedom of action across the North East. SANI UBAMedia Information OfficerJoint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI

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Ondo State Signs $50bn Investment Deal for Mega Refinery and Free Trade Zone

Fola Badmus04 mins

The Ondo State Government has signed a landmark $50 billion investment agreement with a consortium of international firms under the Sunshine Infrastructure Joint Venture (JV) to establish a 500,000-barrels-per-day refinery and a 1,471-hectare Free Trade Zone in Ilaje Local Government Area of the state. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, announced the development in a statement on Wednesday, describing it as a “strategic milestone toward sustainable industrialisation and long-term economic stability.” According to the statement, the Sunshine Infrastructure JV comprises Backbone Infrastructure, MJ Care Investment Finance, China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), and Honeywell OUP. “This investment marks a new dawn for Ondo State. It will fast-track industrial development, attract more investors and create jobs for our people,” Governor Aiyedatiwa said. He assured the investors of his administration’s commitment to transparency, a business-friendly environment, and the protection of their investments, adding that his government’s policies were deliberately structured to promote ease of doing business. Project Overview The Ondo refinery project, to be located within the proposed Sunshine Free Trade Zone, will include large-scale storage, transport, and export infrastructure designed to position Ondo as a regional refining and logistics hub. The funding package, reportedly valued at NGN71.8 trillion ($50bn), follows the successful execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the state government and the consortium through the Ondo State Investment Promotion Agency (ONDIPA). Backbone Infrastructure Nigeria Limited, the lead Nigerian partner, said the project had evolved from an earlier 100,000-barrel-per-day concept—estimated at $15 billion—to the current 500,000-bpd integrated development, reflecting its expanded capacity and infrastructure scope. Global Partners and Scale China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), a subsidiary of China Communications Construction Company, is expected to serve as the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) partner, while Honeywell OUP, a private real estate and industrial arm of the Honeywell Group, will contribute expertise in industrial estate development. NEFEX Holding Limited, a Canadian strategic partner, will also participate in financing and project coordination across the energy and logistics value chain. From Vision to Execution Managing Director of the Sunshine Infrastructure JV, Mr. Henry Owonka, said the initiative had moved “from conception to execution” through consistent collaboration with ONDIPA and other state agencies. “The Sunshine JV is not just an investment; it’s a development framework that will transform industries, strengthen communities, and improve livelihoods,” Owonka stated. He noted that the project’s initial valuation of $30 billion was increased to $50 billion to accommodate expanded infrastructure and community-driven programmes, including education, local employment, and rural development. When completed, the refinery is expected to supply petroleum products both domestically and internationally, boosting Nigeria’s refining capacity and reducing dependence on imports.

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BREAKING: Nnamdi Kanu Finally Begins Defence in Terrorism Case

Fola Badmus02 mins

Leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has finally begun his defence in the terrorism case instituted against him by the Federal Government before the Federal High Court in Abuja. Kanu, who had previously resisted opening his defence, complied with the court’s directive on Friday, beginning the process of filing his defence documents directly in the courtroom. The move follows an order by Justice James Omotosho, who instructed that the court registry be temporarily relocated into the courtroom to facilitate the filing process and address Kanu’s complaints about delays in document submission. The development marks a major procedural step in the long-running trial, in which Kanu faces terrorism-related charges linked to his leadership of IPOB — a group the Nigerian government has designated as a terrorist organization. Justice Omotosho’s directive aims to ensure that the proceedings continue without further procedural bottlenecks, after several adjournments caused by disputes over access to court filings and legal documentation. Further hearing in the case is expected to continue later this month as the court reviews Kanu’s submissions and prepares for the opening of his formal defence.

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Ebonyi State House of Assembly Approves ₦91.7bn Supplementary Budget for 2025

Kamal Yalwa04 mins

Ebonyi State House of Assembly has passed the 2025 supplementary appropriation bill, for the services of Ebonyi State Government for the year ending December 31st, 2025 and to provide for other matters related thereto. The event, which took place at the legislative Complex, Nkaliki Road Abakaliki, during the plenary of Tuesday, was presided by the Speaker of the House, Chief Moses Ije Odunwa. Reading the Letter of the State Governor, Chief Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, Speaker Odunwa disclosed that the total amount of Ninety-One Billion, Six Hundred and Ninety-eight million, three hundred thousand naira (₦91,698,300,000) only will be appropriated for the services of Ebonyi State government for the year ending 31st December, 2025. He explained the importance of the supplementary budget, adding that it will enable the State to carryout critical projects and developmental initiatives in line with the People’s Charter of Needs Mantra of the administration. Chief Odunwa emphasized that the total amount of Thirty-one billion, one hundred and ninety- one million, five hundred and fifty thousand naira (₦31,191,550,000) Only, will be allocated for recurrent expenditure, while Sixty billion, five hundred and six million, seven hundred and fifty thousand Naira (₦60,506,750,000) only will be used for capital expenditure. Supporting the passage of the supplementary appropriation bill, the Leader of the House, Chief Kingsley Ikoro said, that the supplementary budget will allow for flexibility, and enables the government to allocate funds where necessary and also prioritize projects, and as well as addresses emergencies. He implored his colleagues to support the passage of the bill. The plenary was dissolved to committe of the whole, to enable the House Members dot their i’s and cross their t’s and thereafter, reconvened to plenary, to enable the Speaker to report progress. Reporting Progress, the Speaker of the House, Chief Moses Odunwa, said that the supplementary appropriation bill will be cited as HAB No 016 of 2025, and directed the Clerk of the House, Mrs Edene Uche Blessing, to draw up a memo, informing the State Governor, Chief Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, the passage of the bill. The plenary was adjourned to another legislative day through a motion that was moved by the Leader of the House, Chief Kingsley Ikoro, and seconded by the Member representing Izzi West State Constituency, Chief Godwin Abiri. Theophilus Ifeanyi Igwe, Chief Press Secretary to the Rt. Hon. Speaker. October 28, 2025.

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DSS Arrests Man in Rivers Over Social Media Call for Military Coup

Kamal Yalwa03 mins

The Department of State Services (DSS) says it has arrested a man in Oyigbo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, after tracing social media posts that urged the military to overthrow the federal government. Security operatives detained Innocent Chukwuma — who posts under the handle @TheAgroman on X — following a series of messages in which he called for a “coup in Nigeria” and urged citizens to back the military to “suspend the Nigerian government.”In one post quoted by investigators, Chukwuma wrote: “A coup in Nigeria is needed. Dispose of APC, suspend the Nigerian Government, and join the AES. That is all we need now.” He added in a separate message that “the military needs your support now! Only them can save this country.” The DSS confirmed the arrest and said the suspect is cooperating with investigators, according to sources. Further details about the arrest, including whether formal charges have been filed, were not immediately available. Authorities have in recent years monitored online calls for violence and unlawful change of government more closely, saying such messages can undermine national security and public order. The DSS did not release a formal statement on the case at the time of reporting. Local residents in Oyigbo told reporters that the arrest was carried out quietly and that security agents removed the suspect without incident. Neighbours described Chukwuma as active on social media but not previously known for violent behaviour. The matter may attract further scrutiny from law enforcement and prosecutors as investigators review the posts and the suspect’s contacts and motives. The DSS has in the past warned Nigerians against using social platforms to incite violence or promote undemocratic actions. We will update this story as more information becomes available from official sources.

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