Author: Eye Reporters

By Abdul Lauya The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has expelled former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, and slammed a 30-year ban on his participation in party affairs, marking a dramatic turn in the politician’s post-APC ambitions and potentially redrawing the map of opposition politics ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement issued on Sunday by its National Working Committee (NWC), the SDP accused El-Rufai of forging membership credentials, bypassing due process in his self-registration, and attempting to hijack the party for a personal political agenda. “He is neither a member nor a representative of the SDP. His self-registration…

By Abdu Lauya Grief and uncertainty hang over several communities in Yola South Local Government Area of Adamawa State following a devastating flood that struck after ten hours of uninterrupted rainfall on Sunday, July 27, 2025. Residents of areas such as Tashan Sani, Shagari Phase 2, Sabon Pegi, Anguwan Tabo, Modire, Ummare, Yolde-Pate, Sanda Fadama 2, and Ibnu Abbas woke up to scenes of chaos, with murky waters swallowing homes, displacing families, and sweeping away personal belongings. At least five persons have been confirmed dead and fifty-five others injured, according to emergency response teams on ground. Many of the injured…

Opinion – By Abdul Lauya The launch of Big Brother Naija Season 10, aptly themed “10/10,” has exploded into national conversation, not for a task or twist, but for the appearance of Farida Sultana Ibrahim, the curvy contestant from Adamawa State, whose outfit left viewers and critics stunned. Draped in what many online have called “nothing but a tease,” the Northern beauty, a graduate of Mass Communication from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, strutted into the Big Brother house in an outfit that barely concealed her chest. The cleavage-baring ensemble, which some critics described as “naked dressing,” has sparked outrage…

Opinion – By Abdul Lauya The launch of Big Brother Naija Season 10, aptly themed “10/10,” has exploded into national conversation, not for a task or twist, but for the appearance of Farida Sultana Ibrahim, the curvy contestant from Adamawa State, whose outfit left viewers and critics stunned. Draped in what many online have called “nothing but a tease,” the Northern beauty, a graduate of Mass Communication from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, strutted into the Big Brother house in an outfit that barely concealed her chest. The cleavage-baring ensemble, which some critics described as “naked dressing,” has sparked outrage…

By Abdul Lauya In a performance that fused grit, experience, and tactical brilliance, the Super Falcons of Nigeria have defeated hosts Morocco 3–2 to win a record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, reaffirming their place at the pinnacle of African women’s football. The final, held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, delivered drama, redemption, and history in equal measure. Trailing at halftime, the Falcons stormed back in the second half with clinical finishing and relentless pressing, stunning the home crowd and silencing the ghosts of their 2022 semifinal loss to the same Moroccan side. President…

By Abdul Lauya The Federal University Lokoja (FUL) has been thrown into mourning following the death of Professor Abraham Dare Ajayi, a distinguished academic and pioneer Dean of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences. Professor Ajayi, who also served as Head of the Department of Nursing, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, leadership, and service in the Nigerian academic community. In a heartfelt tribute, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Olayemi Akinwumi, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing Ajayi’s passing as a devastating blow to the institution and all who knew him.…

By Abdul Lauya The Federal University Lokoja (FUL) has been thrown into mourning following the death of Professor Abraham Dare Ajayi, a distinguished academic and pioneer Dean of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences. Professor Ajayi, who also served as Head of the Department of Nursing, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, leadership, and service in the Nigerian academic community. In a heartfelt tribute, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Olayemi Akinwumi, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing Ajayi’s passing as a devastating blow to the institution and all who knew him.…

News Analysis: By Abdul Lauya In a striking departure from the recent past, military pensioners across Nigeria received their July 2025 pensions today early, smoothly, and with no hitches. Even more remarkable is that this disbursement happened on a Saturday, July 26, a weekend, when many had braced for the usual delay and staggered bank credits. The Military Pensions Board (MPB), in an official statement signed by Squadron Leader Aliyu Mohammed on behalf of the Chairman, confirmed that July pensions have been successfully paid into the respective accounts of all pensioners on the Board’s payroll. The statement further advised unverified…

By Abdul Lauya Prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Kassim Afegbua, has sharply criticized the prevailing remuneration structure for top officials of Nigeria’s anti-corruption agencies, particularly the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), calling the monthly N1.5 million salary for the EFCC Chairman a clear contradiction to the weight of responsibilities expected. Afegbua, known for his forthright commentary on public governance, described the current reward system as both counterproductive and hypocritical, warning that expecting optimal performance from poorly paid anti-graft officials is a recipe for institutional failure. “I told somebody, give me EFCC to run. I will run…

By Abdul Lauya The National Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Ms Grace Morenike Henry, has paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. During the visit, Ms Henry passionately highlighted critical issues affecting the welfare of military veterans and called for greater institutional recognition of the Nigerian Legion. She advocated for strengthened collaboration with the Ministry to enhance veteran-focused initiatives and sustain efforts that restore dignity to ex-servicemen and women. Ms Henry specifically requested the allocation of befitting office spaces for the Nigerian Legion at state levels to improve…