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 … ex-governor Timipre Sylva linked to scheme By Joseph Akande  ABUJA – The Nigerian Army has told a Federal High Court in Abuja how it uncovered an alleged plot to overthrow the administration of President Bola Tinubu. An officer of the Nigerian Army Corps of Military Police, whose identity was shielded for security reasons, testified against six individuals accused of masterminding the plot. As Vanguard newspaper reported, those facing trial include retired Major General Mohammed Ibrahim Gana, retired Naval Captain Erasmus Ochegobia Victor, Police Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim, alongside Zekeri Umoru, Bukar Kashim Goni, and Abdulkadir Sani. The prosecution also mentioned former Bayelsa State Governor Timipre Sylva—who once served as Minister of State for Petroleum Resources—as being linked to the case. He is reportedly at large following the exposure of the alleged plot. The witness, identified simply as “AAA,” explained that the investigation began after intelligence was received...

Joseph Akande   Decease photograph The Nigerian gospel music community has been thrown into mourning following the sudden passing of Taiwo Adegbodu earlier this morning. The heartbreaking news was made public through an emotional tribute by his twin brother, Kehinde, who struggled to contain his grief over the painful loss. In a touching message, he wrote: “TAIWO, why will you leave me and your kids without notification? My heart is bleeding. Lord, how do you want me to cope without him? God why? This is too much for me to bear!!!” The emotional words reflect not only the deep bond between the twin brothers but also the shock that has accompanied the news of his passing. Taiwo Adegbodu was widely known in gospel circles for his passionate worship sessions and uplifting songs that inspired many across Nigeria and beyond. His music ministry touched lives through church programs, concerts, and community outreaches, where he consistently used his voice to spread messages of faith, hope...

  Joseph Akande   Deceased and audience   Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has directed security agencies to intensify operations and apprehend those responsible for Sunday’s deadly attack on Ratatis community in Dorowa Babuje, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, which claimed the lives of at least 10 innocent people. The governor gave the directive on Tuesday in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Joyce Ramnap. This order came as nine victims of a terror attack in the Dorowa Babuje community were laid to rest in a mass burial in the community on Tuesday. The burial ceremony attracted a large gathering of grieving family members, community leaders, religious figures, and concerned residents who came to pay their last respects to the deceased. The event also saw prayers offered for the repose of the soul of the deceased. The governor, in the statement, condemned the “barbaric and senseless” killings, describing them as a setback for efforts to ensur...

  Joseph Akande   Bowen University  The Vice Chancellor of Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, Prof. Jonathan Babalola, has faulted the Federal Government’s exclusion of private university students from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund. Babalola said students of private and public institutions are Nigerians, deserving equal opportunities, adding that the loans given to public university students are sourced through taxes paid by private individuals. The VC stated this on Wednesday 29th October, 2025while briefing journalists on the activities of the 20th convocation ceremony of the university coming up on Saturday. NELFUND was established to implement the Nigeria Student Loan Scheme, signed into law by President Bola Tinubu in April 2024. The Tinubu-led administration’s initiative provides interest-free loans to students in public tertiary institutions to cover tuition and living expenses. The scheme, which began accepting applications in May 2024, was designed to eliminat...

  In Osun State, Nigeria, a tale unfolds, Of power struggles, and a crisis to behold. The APC and PDP parties, in a bitter fight, Each seeking chairmanship, with all their might. The streets are tense, with protests and strife, As politicians clash, and the people suffer life. The quest for power, has brought only pain, And the future of Osun, hangs in the balance, in vain. The voices of the people, are drowned out by the fray, As the politicians' greed, consumes the day. The state is divided, and the people are worn, By the endless struggles, and the crisis that's born. But still, we hold on, to the hope in our hearts, That one day, Osun State, will know peace, and never depart. That the politicians, will put the people first, And the crisis will cease, and the state will be nursed. Until that day, we'll continue to pray, For the peace and prosperity, of Osun State, come what may. And we'll hold our leaders, accountable for their deeds, And demand that they work, for t...

 Joseph Akande      Ajuri Ngelale      Details have Disclosed regarding why Ajuri Ngelale, the spokesperson of President Bola Tinubu, stepped down from his position on Saturday. While Mr Ngelale said he was stepping aside to deal with medical matters affecting his family, PREMIUM TIMES reported that he left the position after he became suspicious that he could be humiliated out of office. The presidency has been shopping for an experienced and competent media professional to replace Mr Ngelale in the past weeks. Administration insiders say the journalist has so far failed to demonstrate sufficient capacity to effectively deliver on the job. Mr Ngelale held two key positions simultaneously – special adviser to the president on media and publicity and special presidential envoy on climate action/ chairman, Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen. However, Premium Time reported that, the presidency recently directed Mr Ngelale to focus on his...