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Assailants Kill Delta APC Acting Chairman

November 17, 2025

By Adesina Soyooye

“They boasted they would kill all political enemies” – Senator Omo-Agege

Felix Ese Idisi, Acting Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Ethiope East, Delta State, has been shot dead by gunmen.

Idisi was killed Sunday under circumstances not yet public.

But former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege in a post on his Facebook page condemned the gruesome murder as a “barbaric act of violence; an attack on democracy and the democratic process in Delta State.”

He, also disclosed that those who killed him had earlier boasted of killing all political enemies.

He wrote: “I am shocked and deeply saddened by the brutal murder of our Acting LGA Chairman in Ethiope East LGA. This act of violence is a stark reminder of the insecurity and lawlessness that have become a menace in our State.

“I condemn this heinous act in the strongest terms and demand that the Commissioner of Police, Delta State, and the Inspector General of Police leave no stone unturned in bringing the perpetrators to justice.

“The killers who had previously boasted of eliminating their political enemies in the Local Government Area must be arrested, prosecuted, and punished for their crime.

“I must reiterate that killing is not our culture in Delta APC. Our culture is winning hearts, one person at a time. Those who are trying to import this evil act into our body polity in APC must desist immediately, as we will do everything within our power to resist unacceptable evil culture of violence.

“We will not be intimidated or deterred by acts of violence and lawlessness. We will continue to work towards building a peaceful and democratic society where the rule of law is supreme.”

Omo-Agege called for the immediate arrest of the perpetrators so they be made to face the full wrath of the law.

At the time of filing this report, neither the Police nor the State Government has issued a statement.

Imo PDP Dismisses Ibadan Convention As A Sham, Rejects Dissolution Of Exco

The Source

November 17, 2025

By Charles Igbo

The Imo State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has dismissed the just concluded National Convention of the Party held in Ibadan as a sham. It has also rejected its outcome and described it as fit for the dustbin.

Recall that at the Convention held in Ibadan, the Imo State Chapter had its Executive Council dissolved and the National Secretary of the Party, Senator Samuel Anyanwu who hails from the State, and is its leader, expelled. Anyanwu, popular as SamDaddy, was expelled alongside his political ally, Nyesom Wike, FCT Minister and others.

The Imo State Chairman of the Party, Austin Chukwu, was also expelled. He was one of those who dragged the party to Court and secured one if the injunctions against the holding of the Ibadan Convention.

But the Imo PDP has urged its members to disregard the dissolution of the State Structure just as it described the Convention as illegal, and a tea party.

In a Press Release signed by its Publicity Secretary, Lancelot Obiaku, the Chapter urged its members, supporters and stakeholders to “completely disregard the news making the rounds that its structure has been dissolved, as such is only a wishful thought existing in the imaginations of its purveyors.”

The statement reads in part:

“We equally wish to add our voice to the litany of condemnations trailing the recent show of shame in Ibadan, Oyo State, which oozed illegality, recklessness, abuse and contempt.

“Imo PDP, therefore, firmly and outrightly rejects the sham convention.

“Our members are to note that the PDP is yet to conduct its Elective National Convention to elect new national officers. Any story to the contrary making the rounds in the media is simply propaganda and make-believe, which do not represent the actual situation of things.

“Simply put, what happened on November 15th and 16th was a mere gathering of a lawless Committee of Friends for a tea party, which attempted a ludicrous overreach that ultimately ended in futility.

“The plotters of the meeting, in their desperation, desecrated the party’s constitution, the Electoral Act, and the constitution of the country with a phantom convention that paraded suspended and expelled members as part of the organizers, without delegates from Ebonyi, Anambra and Enugu States and thirteen other States, which currently have no valid State Executive.

“They also disobeyed binding and subsisting judgments of the Federal High Court, Abuja, delivered by Hon. Justice James Omotosho on October 31, 2025, and Hon. Justice Peter Odo Lifu on November 14, 2025, which, on accounts of the obvious abuse of process, constitutional infractions and other irregularities, including the usurpation of the powers and functions of the National Secretary and National Organizing Secretary, ordered the halt of any convention until the party complies with its constitution and guidelines.

“Furthermore, it is instructive to make it clear that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) obeyed the court judgments and refused to monitor or validate the illegal convention. INEC’s principled position is a powerful reinforcement of the fact that the impunity exhibited in the Ibadan assembly, or any decision reached there, cannot stand.

“We, therefore, urge our members and supporters to remain focused and unshaken despite the efforts of fifth columnists to stoke confusion and distraction.

“While totally condemning the continuous attack on the office of the National Secretary of the party, as legitimately held by our leader in Imo State, Sen. Samuel Anyanwu, by these persons within and outside the party, Imo PDP reiterates confidence in Hon. Abdulrahman Mohammed as Acting National Chairman of our great party; Sen. Samuel Anyanwu as National Secretary; Sen. Mao Ohuabunwa as BoT Chairman; and Hon. Austin Nwachukwu as our State Chairman.

“We stand solidly in support of discipline and constitutional order returning to our party and will continue to pursue and support only actions that promote due process, internal democracy and respect for the rule of law, which are the tenets upon which the party was founded.”

The PDP has, since 2023, been embroiled by intractable political crisis which has rendered the party casket-ready, almost.

The Ibadan National Convention was boycotted by a number of Party bigwigs, including three serving Governors – Senator Ademola Adeleke, Kefas Agbu and Siminalayi Fubara of Osun, Taraba and Rivers, respectively.

In addition, a number of States, including Plateau, Adamawa, Rivers, Jigawa distanced their Chapters from the outcome of the Convention, especially, the expulsion of Party bigwigs.

Baba Ijesha Not Cleared By Appeal Court – LASG, Warns Fabiyi

Akinwale Kasali

November 16, 2025

By Akinwale Kasali

Govt says Appeal Court upheld conviction which the convict served to the end.

Contrary to the news being spread around by Nollywood Actor, Yomi Fabiyi, that Olanrewaju James, popular as Baba Ijesha, has been discharged and acquitted of all charges leveled against him by the Court of Appeal the Lagos State Government, LASG says there was no such thing.

The LASG described the report of the release of Baba Ijesha as peddled by Fabiyi as misleading and capable of confusing the public.

The State’s Attorney-General, Lawal Pedro, dismissed Fabiyi’s story that Baba Ijesha has been cleared of all charges by the Court of Appeal in his case involving the abuse of a minor.

Pedro said the claim was not only untrue but a distortion of what happened in Court.

He explained that the court never declared the actor innocent of the offences. According to him, Fabiyi’s statements created a wrong impression and made it necessary for his office to set the record straight.

Pedro gave a breakdown of the legal journey. He noted that a Lagos High Court convicted Baba Ijesha on July 14, 2022, for sexual assault and indecent treatment of a child, over events that happened in 2021.

The actor received a five-year and a three-year sentence, which were to run concurrently.

He added that on June 28, 2024, the Court of Appeal only overturned the charges linked to allegations from 2013–2014, but confirmed the conviction and sentence related to the 2021 assault.

The Attorney-General stressed that this correction has been documented publicly and has never changed.

He further mentioned that Baba Ijesha took the case to the Supreme Court, but the appeal was struck out on May 29, 2025, because it was not filed properly.

A later request for permission to bring a fresh appeal was rejected on October 9, 2025.

Following this development, the Court of Appeal judgment remained final.

Pedro clarified that the actor’s release happened simply because he had completed the prison term upheld by the Appeal Court.

He warned that it should not be mistaken for an acquittal or a declaration of innocence.

He repeated that “Mr. Olanrewaju James was not cleared of the offences of sexual assault and indecent treatment of a child,” urging the public to ignore any story suggesting otherwise. He also cautioned Fabiyi and any platform repeating the false report to stop immediately.

Speaking further, Pedro said that his office would consider criminal charges under Lagos law if the misinformation continues, especially because spreading false news that can cause fear or confusion is an offence.

He reaffirmed the State’s commitment to protecting children and ensuring that the outcomes of criminal cases are presented correctly to the public.

Toxic Cocktail In Ondo Claims Life

Ayodele Oni

November 16, 2025

By Ayodele Oni

Ondo State Government has alerted that a dangerous alcoholic mixture now circulating in some parts of the state has claimed life and led to collapse of body organs.

The State Government, in a statement, raised the alarm over the circulation of highly dangerous alcoholic cocktails popularly called “ogogoro mix” across parts of Akure.

It pointed out that the substances have already led to multiple cases of collapse, organ damage and suspected deaths.

A statement, signed by the Chairman of the Ondo State Governor’s Taskforce, Oluwapelumi Babafemi Elemide, cautioned that the drink contains deadly chemical substances which are dangerous to human health.

In a public safety advisory issued by the Governor’s Taskforce, the state explained that the toxic mixtures reportedly contain tramadol, codeine, cannabis extracts and methylated spirit—ingredients that pose severe health risks and can be fatal when consumed.

The Taskforce noted that the rising trend of the concoction among young people has become a major public health concern.

It urged parents, schools, youth organisations and community leaders to immediately caution young persons against consuming the illicit brew.

Residents are also encouraged to report any known distribution points to the nearest police division or directly to the Governor’s Taskforce.

According to the advisory, a joint security and regulatory operation has already been launched to identify and shut down illegal sellers of the toxic cocktail.

Bus Rams Into Tipper, Kills One, Injures Six

Akinwale Kasali

November 16, 2025

Accident - Ripper Ram into a Bus in Lagos

By Akinwale Kasali

Tragedy struck at Majidun, inward Ogolonto on Ikorodu Road, Lagos, as a Volkswagen Commercial Bus with Registration Number EPE 494 XM and a stationary tipper truck collided, claiming the life of a female passenger, and critically injuring six.

The accident occurred directly opposite the MRS Filling Station

According to preliminary findings by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, the commercial bus—chartered to convey passengers to a programme in Ogijo—suffered sudden brake failure.

The driver was said to have been speeding excessively, and reportedly lost control before crashing into the parked tipper which had stopped to buy diesel.

The impact killed an adult woman instantly, while five other female passengers and a male occupant sustained serious injuries.

The injured persons were immediately rushed to Benic Special Hospital, while the deceased was evacuated by security personnel to the General Hospital, Ikorodu, for formal procedures.

It was gathered that the LASTMA Officers at the scene apprehended the Tipper Driver after he attempted to flee the scene on realizing the gravity of the crash.

The bus driver was also arrested, and both men have been handed over to the Ipakodo Police Division for further investigation.

LASTMA personnel later cleared the wreckage to restore traffic flow toward the Ikorodu Garage corridor.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed deep sadness over the incident, offering condolences to the bereaved family and wishing the injured victims a speedy recovery.

He urged motorists to avoid speeding, noting that excessive velocity reduces a driver’s ability to manage sudden mechanical faults or road hazards.

Bakare-Oki reiterated LASTMA’s commitment to safeguarding lives and ensuring safer road use across Lagos State.

For emergencies, LASTMA advised the public to call its toll-free hotline: 080000527862.

Yoruba Group Urges US To Investigate Sheikh Gumi Over Bandits, Terrorists Hideout, Activities

Akinwale Kasali

November 16, 2025

Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi with Bandits in the North

By Akinwale Kasali

A Yoruba Group, Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá, has urged the United States of America, USA, to investigate and interrogate Sheikh Ahmad Gumi Over the activities and hideouts of bandits and terrorists in the North East.

The Sociocultural Organization said it was necessary for the US to compel the Kaduna-based Cleric to lead Security Forces to the hideouts of armed Fulani Militias who have, for years, unleashed terror across Nigeria.

The Group, in a statement released on Sunday by the Union Convener, Olusola Badero, through its Home Director, Princess Balogun, described Nigeria as “a near–banana republic,” where Government Officials in the Northern Region routinely pose for photographs with terrorists in broad daylight while negotiating with people who have killed, kidnapped, ra×ed, and maimed innocent citizens.

It added that Gumi’s repeated public defence of terrorists and self-proclaimed role as a mediator proves he has intimate knowledge of where the armed groups operate.

The Group, in the statement, insisted that if Gumi could escort journalists and government officials into remote forest enclaves for “peace missions,” then he should be compelled to help dismantle the very networks he claims to negotiate with.

It further stressed that Sheikh Gumi must be held to account for repeatedly defending armed bandit groups simply because they share ethnic ties.

According to the statement, Gumi’s continued justification of terrorist actions has emboldened criminal networks that have devastated rural communities across the country.

The group noted that while Gumi claims to have facilitated the surrender of over 600 bandits, he has also consistently dismissed calls for his arrest as intolerant and politically driven. “His own words confirm his closeness to these killers,” the group said.

Condemning the spate of insecurity in the country, the Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá said that terrorists have turned vast regions into killing fields with little resistance from government authorities.

“Every day, Nigerians are seen on social media with guns pointed at their heads, begging for ransom.

“Many are murdered even after ransom is paid. The same Fulani militias have destroyed farmlands, taken over ancestral homes, raped women, burnt villages, invaded churches and mosques, and kidnapped worshippers.”

It dismissed Gumi’s argument that terrorists are reacting to a lack of social amenities.

“There is no state in Nigeria without communities lacking water, roads, electricity, or hospitals.

“But no other ethnic group has turned mass murder, kidnapping, and land occupation into an industry.”

The organisation accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of turning a blind eye to the worsening crisis while terrorists enjoy celebrity treatment in the North.

“President Tinubu continues to deny the mass killings and atrocities being committed,” the union said.

“He goes on television claiming there is no genocide, while entire communities are wiped out. The government has failed to arrest any of the major commanders of these militias. This silence is complicity.”

It called on the U.S. President to pressurise President Tinubu to order Gumi’s arrest and prosecution for allegedly shielding terrorists, knowing their hideouts, and being aware of their financiers and weapons suppliers.

It also added that if the Nigerian government continues negotiating with terrorists instead of dismantling their networks, the international community must take notice.

“If sending U.S. troops and fighter jets will end these mass killings—since the Nigerian government has failed—then the U.S. should step in.

“Nigeria needs help, because our government is too weak or unwilling to confront those destroying the nation”, the statement reads.

Edo Police Arrests 21, Docks 13, For Alleged Cultism

Ayodele Oni

November 16, 2025

By Ayodele Oni

Edo State Police Command has announced the arrest of 21 students of a Public Secondary School, aged between 14 and 17 years, over their suspected involvement in cultism.

The suspects, from Ogioma secondary school, were also accused of attempted violent attack on Osemwende Secondary School, both located along the Benin-Sapele Road corridor.

According to a report by the

Police Public Relations Officer

Edo State Command, “on November 12, 2025, at about 1:45 p.m., operatives attached to the Loveworld Division, led by the Divisional Police Officer, swiftly responded to credible intelligence and promptly mobilized.

“The intelligence revealed that a group of students suspected to be involved in cult-related activities from Ogioma Secondary School had planned to carry out violent acts.

“Thanks to the prompt intervention of the police, the attack was foiled, and 21 students were arrested, while others fled the scene.

“Three knives were recovered from the suspects. Preliminary investigation revealed that the attackers had circulated a threatening voice note boasting of plans to ‘stage a war,’ burn down the school, and harm students and staff.

“The arrested minors have been arraigned before the appropriate juvenile court for prosecution in accordance with existing laws protecting children in conflict with the law.

“Eight of the 21 students were ordered remanded, while 13 were released to their parents/guardians, who are to produce them on November 28, 2025, for the next court sitting.

“The Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, CP Monday Agbonika, fdc, calls on parents and guardians to pay closer attention to the activities, movements, and associations of their children both within and outside school environments.

“The Command also urges school authorities to strengthen internal discipline, report suspicious behaviour promptly, and collaborate with the police to curb juvenile delinquency and school-based violence.

“The Edo State Police Command remains steadfast in ensuring the safety and protection of all residents, especially within school environments, in line with the Nigeria Police Force Safe Schools Initiative.”

Governor Mutfwang Distances Self From Motion Expelling Wike, Fayose, Anyanwu From PDP

The Source

November 16, 2025

The Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has formally distanced himself from the expulsion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Governor of Rivers State, Barr. Nyesom Wike; former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose; Samuel Anyanwu alongside other leaders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

In a press statement, Governor Mutfwang clarified that this subject was neither discussed by Governors Forum nor at NEC before the motion was presented. He emphasized that the proposal does not reflect his position on the matter.

Governor Mutfwang further noted that expelling the party leaders at this crucial time is not a strategic step toward resolving the internal challenges currently confronting the PDP. He reiterated the need for unity, dialogue, and collective effort in rebuilding and repositioning the party.

Gyang Bere

Director of Press and Public Affairs

to the Executive Governor of Plateau State

November 15, 2025

Jigawa PDP Delegates To National Convention Fake – State Chairman

Suleiman Anyalewechi

November 16, 2025

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

The Jigawa State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has insisted that no genuine delegates from the State attended the Ibadan National Convention of the party.

The leadership of the party maintained that all those who claimed to have represented Jigawa State at the Convention were imposters .

The Source reports that the leader of the party in the State and a founding father, former Governor Sule Lamido had dragged the National Organizing Committee and the National Executive Committee NEC to Court, to challenge his exclusion from the National Chairmanship contest.

Justice Peter Lifu of an Abuja High Court also had, on Friday, November 14, on the strength of Lamido’s suit, ruled to restrain the PDP from going ahead with the Convention, as well as ordering the inclusion of the complainants on the list of contestants for the National Chairmanship position.

But the PDP failure to abide by the Court’s ruling led to the Jigawa chapter directing delegates from the State to boycott the Convention.

In a disclaimer on his official site Saturday night, November 15, 2025, the state Chairman, Alhaji Ibrahim Babandi Gumel, informed that the chapter was firm on its decision to shun the Convention on account of the unjust treatment meted out to its leader, Lamido.

He warned against fraudsters and imposters, insisting that no authentic delegate from the State was at Ibadan.

The statement came against the backdrop of information to the effect that some people were at the Convention venue claiming to be from Jigawa State.

“These imposters do not represent us. Jigawa State PDP is committed to genuine reconciliation and legal processes that unite, not divide our great party.

“We, therefore, urge members and the public to ignore any fraudulent claims and focus on resolving the national crisis through dialogue.

“Some people are claiming to be elected delegates representing Jigawa at this ongoing factional purported convention.

“The Jigawa Chapter, under my leadership, has boycotted the event entirely. The stance complies with the court judgment favouring Lamido’s participation in party processes .

“We are not participating in the convention. We are saddened by the way our party affairs are being handled, especially the current crisis rocking its foundation.

“Our chapter is resolute in participating only in processes that will reconcile our party.

” We call upon our leaders to reach out to all aggrieved parties and find a solution to this crisis”, Gumel said.

NDLEA To Establish Rehab Centre In Every State

Ayodele Oni

November 16, 2025

By Ayodele Oni

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA) is set to expand its rehabilitation centres in every State of the Federation.

At present, there are 30 of such centres scattered in all parts of the country.

Chairman and Chief executive officer of the agency, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), disclosed this while highlighting his programme following his reappointment by President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office.

“I’ll take the opportunity again to announce the rededication of our efforts towards prevention, sensitisation, counseling, treatment, and rehabilitation of our children in our 30 rehabilitation centres,” he said.

He added that seven new rehabilitation centres will be delivered under the 2025 budget, saying this will ensure that “every state will have its own rehab centre.”

Marwa praised the collaboration with the Ministers of Health and Education, noting especially the approval of “drug tests for students on admission into tertiary institutions.

“With this, we can catch them young before it gets into addiction stage,” he said, offering prayers for the president, supporters, and all NDLEA personnel.

He issued a fresh warning to drug barons and trafficking cartels, declaring that his second tenure will usher in an even tougher crackdown on illicit drug networks nationwide.

Marwa, who was reappointed by President Bola Tinubu for another five-year term on Friday, November 14, 2025, delivered the warning while addressing jubilant management staff and operatives at the NDLEA National Headquarters, Abuja.

A statement, signed by Femi Babafemi, Director of Media & Advocacy, NDLEA, revealed that while addressing the cheering crowd, Marwa said his return signals a renewed and intensified offensive.

“This second tenure is going to be hell and bleak for them. Drugs shall not pass, in or out or within Nigeria.

“First of all, what a surprise, I did not expect to come back from jumat service to meet these great felicitations, dancing and singing by our personnel. Thank you very much.”

He expressed gratitude to God, the President, and the agency’s workforce, adding: “We thank the President and Commander-in-Chief for the special recognition of our collective efforts and the new mandate for us to continue with the war against drug abuse and trafficking.

“I thank the management, officers, men, and women of the agency who continue to provide service to the nation 24/7, in spite of the risks that you all face.”

Marwa also acknowledged the steady support of top government officials and international partners.

He said, “We appreciate the unflinching support by the Hon. Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN and the Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun and all our local and international partners, with whom we have continued to collaborate towards ridding Nigeria of illicit substances.”

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