Author: Eye Reporters

By Abdul Lauya ABUJA — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, handed over 753 recovered housing units to the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. The estate, located at Plot 109, Cadastral Zone C09, Lokogoma District, Abuja, spans 150,500 square metres and contains duplexes and other residential apartments. The properties were seized following a final forfeiture order granted by Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the FCT High Court on December 2, 2024. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede said the handover is part of efforts to ensure transparency in asset recovery and disposal. He stressed that…

By Abdul Lauya Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has signed the Gombe State Electricity Bill 2025 into law, officially creating a legal framework to manage intra-state electricity affairs and establish an independent electricity market and regulatory commission. The bill, passed by the Gombe State House of Assembly on April 29, 2025, was assented to by the Governor on May 5, in line with the Electricity Act 2023 signed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The federal law empowers subnational governments to legislate on electricity within their territories. In a statement in Gombe, the Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Ismaila…

By Abdul Lauya A purported Boko Haram commander has released a video claiming to be the new “Shekau.” In the footage, he threatened Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, along with Muslim clerics, soldiers, and civilians aiding the military. The threats appear to respond directly to Musa’s Hausa-language warning that terrorists would surrender or be wiped out. Speaking in Hausa, the militant ordered the military to abandon its campaign or face “dire consequences.” He declared that like his predecessors, Musa would fail against Boko Haram’s armed insurgency. “This message is for the Chief of Defence Staff,” the insurgent…

By Abdul Lauya The Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has ordered the immediate return of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) to their communities in Karim Lamido Local Government Area by Friday. The directive was issued during a meeting on Monday at the Executive Council Chambers in Jalingo. The meeting was attended by community leaders and senior security officials to discuss the ongoing crisis in the region. Governor Kefas linked the displacement to unresolved land disputes in the area. He stressed the importance of comprehensive land reforms to prevent future conflicts. “The continued existence of IDP camps in Taraba is…

By Abdul Lauya The Taraba State Police Command has assured residents and visitors of robust security measures ahead of the Taraba International Investment Summit (TARAVEST) scheduled to hold from May 21, 2925 in the state. The Force in collaboration with sister agencies have conducted a show of force to reinforce public confidence and deter potential threats. In a statement issued by the Acting Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP James Lashan Saminu, the operation was carried out in strategic locations across the state. The Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Bretet, represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of…

By Abdul Lauya TALASSE, GOMBE STATE — The Minority Whip of the 10th National Assembly, Hon. Ali Isa JC, has commissioned a series of infrastructure and empowerment projects across Balanga/Billiri Federal Constituency in Gombe State, in a bid to improve living standards and accelerate grassroots development. The commissioning ceremony, held in Talasse, was attended by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajuddeen Abbas, and former Speaker, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, signaling high-level support for the initiatives. The event marked the unveiling of key projects across multiple sectors, including road construction, electrification, agricultural support, and political empowerment. One…

By Abdul Lauya Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has challenged Nigerian lawyers to become proactive agents of national reform. Speaking at the 2025 Law Week of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Bwari Branch, he delivered a fiery keynote address themed “Lawyers as Agents of Change.” He stressed that Nigeria stands at another critical juncture, facing deep economic, judicial, and social challenges. El-Rufai warned that without trust and courage, current economic reforms will fail to yield results. He decried widespread perceptions of judicial compromise and called for urgent reforms to restore public confidence in the legal system. Citing legal…

By Abdul Lauya A massive awareness walk was held in Jalingo Metropolis ahead of the Taraba Investment Summit (Taravest), signaling high-level readiness for the landmark event. The walk, themed “TARAVEST Walk For Life,” started from the State Ministry of Works Roundabout, proceeded through Barde Way, and concluded at TY Danjuma House. Members of the Taravest Organizing Committee led the procession, engaging residents and reinforcing the state’s welcoming atmosphere for investors. The event drew enthusiastic participation from various stakeholders, creating a buzz across the capital city and heightening anticipation for the summit. Governor Agbu Kefas emphasized that Taraba is secure and…

By Abdul Lauya The Nigerian Navy has unveiled plans to celebrate its 69th anniversary with a series of activities in Lagos from May 23 to June 1, 2025. Rear Admiral Ibrahim Abdullahi Dewu disclosed this at an international press conference held at Naval Headquarters, Abuja. The annual Navy Week marks the establishment of the Navy on June 1, 1956, and provides an opportunity to assess its contributions to national and regional security. From modest beginnings with coastal patrol boats, the Navy has evolved into a dominant maritime force in West Africa and the Gulf of Guinea. Under Vice Admiral Emmanuel…

By Abdul Lauya President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will visit Jalingo on May 21 to commission key development projects in Taraba State. The projects were initiated by former governors Jolly Nyame, Danbaba Suntai, and Darius Ishaku, reflecting a legacy of long-term planning. Their completion signifies a critical step in Taraba’s infrastructure and socio-economic advancement. This move underscores the importance of governance continuity in realizing lasting development. Governor Agbu Kefas has been praised for embracing continuity, choosing to complete inherited projects rather than abandon them. His leadership contrasts with a common trend where new administrations disregard predecessors’ efforts. President Tinubu’s involvement highlights…