Author: Eye Reporters

By Abdul Lauya President Bola Tinubu has reportedly intervened to halt the controversial sealing of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Secretariat by FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, in a move widely seen as a rebuke of ministerial overreach. The action by Wike, targeting Nigeria’s foremost opposition party on grounds of alleged statutory defaults, sparked public outrage and political backlash amid growing concerns over abuse of office. While the enforcement of development control laws remains a legitimate function of the FCT Administration, critics argue that Wike’s pattern of selective implementation reveals a deeper agenda rooted in vendetta and political sabotage. Since…

By Abdul Lauya Nigerian troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) repelled a fierce night attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents on New Marte, Borno State, in a joint land and air operation that began at 1:35am. The military reported that two soldiers lost their lives in the line of duty, while an unspecified number of terrorists were neutralized during the engagement. Following the confrontation, troops launched a hot pursuit of the fleeing insurgents, combing nearby areas to prevent regrouping or further attacks. This latest assault marks a disturbing pattern of renewed insurgent activities across the North East, particularly in remote or…

Editorial Opinion The Saudi government’s decision to bar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi from performing the 2025 Hajj and deport him to Nigeria has sent ripples through diplomatic and religious circles, reigniting a fierce debate about the cleric’s controversial role in Nigeria’s fight against insecurity. Long known for his public interactions with bandit leaders under the pretext of dialogue, Sheikh Gumi has polarized public opinion. While he positions himself as a mediator seeking peaceful resolutions, many see his conduct as dangerously close to legitimizing criminal insurgents. The Saudi decision, though not officially explained in detail, appears to reflect concerns over the cleric’s…

Editorial Opinion The Saudi government’s decision to bar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi from performing the 2025 Hajj and deport him to Nigeria has sent ripples through diplomatic and religious circles, reigniting a fierce debate about the cleric’s controversial role in Nigeria’s fight against insecurity. Long known for his public interactions with bandit leaders under the pretext of dialogue, Sheikh Gumi has polarized public opinion. While he positions himself as a mediator seeking peaceful resolutions, many see his conduct as dangerously close to legitimizing criminal insurgents. The Saudi decision, though not officially explained in detail, appears to reflect concerns over the cleric’s…

Editorial Opinion The Saudi government’s decision to bar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi from performing the 2025 Hajj and deport him to Nigeria has sent ripples through diplomatic and religious circles, reigniting a fierce debate about the cleric’s controversial role in Nigeria’s fight against insecurity. Long known for his public interactions with bandit leaders under the pretext of dialogue, Sheikh Gumi has polarized public opinion. While he positions himself as a mediator seeking peaceful resolutions, many see his conduct as dangerously close to legitimizing criminal insurgents. The Saudi decision, though not officially explained in detail, appears to reflect concerns over the cleric’s…

By Abdul Lauya Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, Chief of Naval Staff, has led a delegation from Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN) to the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt to seek stronger collaboration for academic and regional development. The delegation, which included ADUN Vice Chancellor Professor Christopher Bankole Ndubusi Ogbogbo and top management staff, aimed to advance academic excellence through strategic partnership. In a statement issued at the end of the engagement, spokesman of the institution, Makut Alfred Mashat said Admiral Ogalla called for deeper cooperation between the Navy and NDDC to support Operation Delta Safe and strengthen key naval…

By Abdul Lauya Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has approved the appointment of a Special Adviser, Senior Special Assistants, and Special Assistants across various sectors to enhance service delivery in the state. The announcement was made in a statement released by the Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House Gombe, Ismaila Uba Misilli, on Thursday, May 22, 2025. According to the statement, the appointments are aimed at strengthening policy coordination, deepening grassroots engagement, and improving public communication strategies. The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, conveyed the Governor’s approval of the appointments, which take immediate effect. Among…

By Abdul Lauya The Federal Government has filed a three-count criminal charge against suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, igniting yet another political firestorm in the already tense Kogi Central landscape. The charges, lodged at the Federal Capital Territory High Court on May 16, 2025, stem from her controversial statements during a televised interview alleging a plot to assassinate her. At the heart of the suit marked CR/297/25 lies the claim that Akpoti acted with intent to defame, a violation of Section 391 of the Penal Code and punishable under Section 392. In a legal twist laced with political undertones, Senate President…

By Abdul Lauya Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for increased external and domestic investments to unlock Taraba State’s vast economic potential. Speaking at the Taraba State Investment Forum in Jalingo, Atiku described the state as “Nature’s Gift to the Nation” and praised its strategic value. He commended Governor Agbu Kefas for initiating the summit, noting its alignment with the state’s vision for sustainable development and economic diversification. Atiku emphasized that no Nigerian state can achieve sustained growth without leveraging private sector resources, including finance, skills, and technology. He outlined six major benefits of private investment, including bridging resource…

By Abdul Lauya President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has identified food security and regional economic inclusion as critical to Nigeria’s long-term stability and development. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima at the 2025 Taraba International Investment Summit in Jalingo, Tinubu outlined his administration’s plan to transform Taraba State into an agricultural and industrial hub. He described Taraba’s vast natural resources as a strategic advantage for national prosperity and called for a shift to industrial-scale farming. “Food sufficiency is the first currency of national stability,” Tinubu said, underscoring the centrality of agriculture in his Renewed Hope agenda. The President praised Taraba’s capacity…