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Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has sparked debate after issuing a strong warning to contractors accused of delivering poor-quality roads despite receiving public funds. Speaking on road construction standards, he said contractors responsible for pothole-ridden roads would be held accountable, drawing widespread reactions online. While some praised the remarks as a tough stance against corruption and substandard work, others questioned the language used and the implications of such statements. One thing most people seem to agree on: taxpayers deserve roads that match the money spent on them.

The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola, has defended the cost of mobile data in the country, insisting that Nigeria remains among the four cheapest markets globally for data services. Toriola made the claim while responding to public criticism over rising data costs, noting that despite complaints from users, Nigeria’s pricing is still relatively low compared to many countries. He urged critics to compare Nigeria’s data prices with those in countries such as Kenya, Congo, and others, maintaining that even after recent tariff adjustments, the country still ranks among the most affordable. “Influencers and critics, look at the price at which we sell bundles of data. Then now take that price, go and check in Kenya, go and check in Congo, go and check across the world, and tell me if you are not going to tell me that data in Nigeria is one of the four cheapest in the world. Ghana is also very cheap, I acknowledge that,” he said. The Nigerian Communications Com...

The Nigeria Police Force has successfully rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power and All Progressives Congress governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, along with her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul. The victims were rescued unharmed at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026, three days after their abduction while en route to school in Ibadan. The rescue followed a coordinated tactical operation that culminated in a gun battle with suspected kidnappers. During the operation, two suspected kidnappers were neutralized, and two firearms were recovered from the group. The operation was executed based on sustained intelligence gathering and surveillance of the kidnappers’ movements. The Nigeria Police Force has commenced a manhunt for other members of the kidnapping syndicate who escaped during the encounter. Preliminary reports indicate that some of the fleeing suspects sustained gunshot wo...

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has defended President Bola Tinubu amid criticisms over insecurity in the country, insisting that the challenge did not begin under the present administration and should not be politicized. Speaking on the issue, Umahi faulted political att@cks on the president, saying discussions on insecurity should be handled with caution and national responsibility. He said, “ what is the national now is the issue of security and insecurity with that call themselves extreme politicians, you ins¥lt the president, and they talk about insecurity as if the insecurity just started within the administration of the president… It’s very unfortunate because security is the job of everyone. the security issue should not be politicized .” He questioned the pattern of rising insecurity during election periods, asking, “why is it that any time we’re trying to have election, there is heightened insecurity? This is very unfair because anybody that takes the life of ...

A social media commentator known as Certified Cultist has called on the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) to make public the findings of its investigative committee on the collapse of two water tanks in Ogoniland. In a statement posted on his Facebook page on Saturday, the commentator expressed concern over what he described as HYPREP's continued silence regarding the incident, despite the passage of several months since the committee was established. Recall that in November last year, two HYPREP water tanks collapsed in Gwara and Ebubu communities. The collapse of the Gwara water tank attracted widespread criticism after it reportedly gave way just four days after it was commissioned. Following the incident, several stakeholders and concerned citizens called for the removal of the HYPREP Project Coordinator and the Board Chairman, citing what they described as administrative failures in ensuring quality control and proper project supervision. According...

Apostle Johnson Suleman has praised Nigeria’s military, police, and Department of State Services (DSS), describing them as among the best security agencies he has encountered globally. Speaking on the country’s security challenges, the cleric commended soldiers and other security operatives for their sacrifices in the f+ght against terr%rism and insurgency. He argued that many officers are often demoralised when suspected terr%rists are arrested but later freed due to interference from powerful individuals. “I’ve been around the world,” Suleman said, adding that he travels abroad frequently and can confidently say Nigeria’s uniformed services rank among the best. He also defended the DSS, saying the agency carries out intelligence operations and arrests daily without publicising every achievement. According to him, security institutions should be supported rather than constantly ridiculed by citizens. Offering recommendations on how to address insecurity, Suleman called for...

The governorship candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, in Abia State, Dr. Doria Ogala, has served Governor Alex Otti a notice to quit the Government House, Umuahia, accusing him of already "doing much damage to the state." Ogala, who recently condemned the State Deputy Governor,  Engr. Ikechukwu Lekwachi Emetu, for an alleged illegal property seizure, said she would rebuild Abia which Gov. Otti has reportedly "destroyed in the last three years."

A concerned media observer has urged residents of Ogoniland to develop a better understanding of how media organizations operate, stressing that not every issue should be blamed on bloggers or media platforms. Speaking on recent criticisms directed at Rwgblog News, the commentator expressed concern over allegations that the blog is being sponsored to create tension in Ogoniland. According to him, such accusations are often based on misconceptions about the role of media organizations. Referring to the ongoing public exchanges involving Chief Gani Topba and Chief Lesi Maol, he noted that many people have accused Rwgblog News of being responsible for the allegations circulating against Chief Lesi Maol. However, he maintained that media platforms merely report and publicize information rather than create it. He explained that media organizations, bloggers, and social media managers operate as businesses whose primary objective is to provide visibility and publicity while gener...

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over the handling of abd¥cted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State.  Atiku, through his aide Phrank Shaibu, said it was disturbing that weeks after the May 15, 2026 abd¥ctions, the victims were still in captivity while government officials continued political activities and public celebrations. He accused the administration of lacking urgency and empathy in responding to the crisis.  He also faulted First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s public engagements during the period, saying: “A true mother does not celebrate while her children are missing,” adding that leadership should prioritise the safe return of abd¥cted victims over political festivities.  Atiku further described ongoing displays of celebration amid insecurity as insensitive, insisting that Nigerians expect urgent action rather than what he called “political pageantry,” while urging authorities to ensure the immedi...

A former Chief Security Officer of Khana Local Government Area and former Youth President of Bua-Yeghe Community, Comrade Naade Naade Burale Goodluck, has once again spoken on the lingering crisis between the Uegwere and Bua-Yeghe communities. Speaking with RwGBlog News, the youth leader reaffirmed his commitment, as well as that of His Royal Majesty Solomon Ndigbara, to any effort aimed at restoring peace and harmony between the two communities. Comrade Burale cautioned individuals against dragging the name of Solomon Ndigbara into the dispute, describing the monarch as a long-standing advocate of peace in Ogoniland. "Let's stop dragging Solomon Ndigbara into this crisis. He has always been an instrument of peace in Ogoniland," he said. Addressing comments allegedly made by a resident of Uegwere identified as Godspower, Burale noted that His Royal Majesty has been away for several months and should not be linked to the ongoing conflict. He stressed that no fa...

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) special investigative team has successfully arrested Ifechukwu Dennis, the individual alleged to have originated and created the fake AI-generated voice note that was passed off as the authentic voice of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Dennis was apprehended in Benin City, Edo State. According to reports, he is suspected of producing the manipulated audio clip, which was widely circulated on social media and used to mislead the public. The fake voice note was edited and shared in ways that sparked significant controversy, including links to content involving activist Very Dark Man (VDM), and raised concerns about potential ethnic tensions and public unrest. The suspect reportedly created and controlled multiple social media pages involved in spreading the content. A tech expert had earlier traced the origin of the AI voice note back to Dennis, prompting calls for his arrest by security agencies. The Nigeria Police Force is expected to issu...

The Presidency announced on Thursday that the Federal Government has made substantial strides toward establishing state police, with a constitutional amendment anticipated in the coming weeks. Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, disclosed this while briefing State House Correspondents after a high-level consultative meeting convened by the Presidency at the State House, Abuja. Gbajabiamila said deliberations on the framework for state police began three to four months ago, following a direct order from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. “Establishing state police is not something that you do with the snap of the fingers. There is a lot involved in terms of constitution and legalities,” he said. “Thank God we have now gained a lot of traction. Hopefully, the amendment will come shortly, and the details of the amendment will come after that.” He explained that discussions have now advanced to the stage of fine-tuning the necessary constitutional amendments, aft...

Former Labour Party spokesperson and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has said that voting for Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election would ultimately benefit President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during an interview with Symfoni TV on Wednesday, Okonkwo argued that opposition parties must unite behind a single candidate to stand a realistic chance of defeating the incumbent president. According to him, a divided opposition would only strengthen Tinubu’s chances of securing a second term in office. “The reason I said it is that either you’re working for Tinubu directly, in other words, you’re in the APC, or you’re working for Tinubu indirectly because when you divide the votes of the coalition and the opposition, you’re still making Tinubu better placed to win,” he said. Okonkwo also criticised Obi’s reported withdrawal from coalition talks involving the ADC, claiming the former Anambra State governor was unwilling to participate in a comp...

Renowned cleric and leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has made a bold prediction about the political future of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during a recent address, the outspoken prophet claimed that President Tinubu would face significant challenges if elections were conducted today, insisting that many Nigerians have become dissatisfied with the current administration due to the prevailing economic hardship, rising insecurity, and growing public frustration across the country. According to Primate Ayodele, President Tinubu would not easily accept electoral defeat if he were voted out of office, drawing comparisons with former President Goodluck Jonathan, who famously conceded defeat after the 2015 presidential election. The cleric stated: “If they defeat Tinubu, it will take about two weeks for him to accept defeat, and there will be high tension in the country. For you not to b...

The ADC Student Wings in Rivers State has criticized former senator and political leader, Senator Magnus Abe, over comments allegedly describing the governorship ticket awarded to Sir Gabriel Pidomson as a "cunning ticket" orchestrated by former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi. In a press statement signed by the Coordinator of the ADC Student Wings in Rivers State, Comrade Augustus Dumbari Prince, the group described the alleged remark as unfair, misleading, and disrespectful to the democratic processes of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). According to the statement, the emergence of Sir Gabriel Pidomson as the party's governorship candidate followed legitimate party procedures and reflected the collective decision of stakeholders within the party. The student body expressed concern that Senator Abe's comments could undermine the credibility of the candidate and the integrity of the party without presenting any evidence to support the claims. ...

In a significant legal victory for the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has unanimously dismissed the appeal filed by the Turaki Group challenging the judgment of the Federal High Court (FHC), Ibadan, which recognized the Abdulrahman-led PDP Caretaker Committee. The appellate court upheld the earlier decision of the Federal High Court, which had, in January this year, declined to recognize the executive produced by the Turaki Group’s Ibadan convention and instead affirmed the legitimacy of the Abdulrahman-led Caretaker Committee. The caretaker committee had supervised the PDP National Convention that produced the current members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). Delivering its judgment, the Court of Appeal held that the appeal had become merely academic and failed to present any live issue warranting judicial intervention, thereby dismissing the case in its entirety. The ruling effectively reinforces the l...

Evangelist Mike Bamiloye, founder of Mount Zion Faith Ministries, has defended the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, amid backlash over the cleric’s recent remarks on Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. Adeboye reignited debate on Tuesday after resharing a video originally recorded in November 2025, in which he urged the Federal Government to give service chiefs a 90-day ultimatum to end terrorism or resign. The clip sparked mixed reactions, with some accusing him of discouraging planned protests against insecurity and others questioning his political stance. Reacting via his official Instagram page on Wednesday, Bamiloye slammed critics and bloggers for misrepresenting Adeboye’s position. He stressed that the 84-year-old pastor has consistently spoken against societal evils. Bamiloye directly addressed calls for Adeboye to lead street demonstrations: “And for all those who are expecting an 84-year-old man, servant of God, to lead a...

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, sentenced four members of the Al-Shabaab terrorist group to death by hanging for their roles in the June 5, 2022 attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State. The convicts are: - Idris Abdulmalik Omeiza, 25 - Al Qasim Idris, 20 - Jamiu Abdulmalik, 26 - Abdulhaleem Idris, 25 Justice Emeka Nwite handed down the sentence after finding them guilty on a nine-count terrorism charge filed by the Department of State Services on behalf of the Federal Government. The court held that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, establishing that the four were principal members of an Al-Shabaab cell operating in Kogi State and active participants in the assault. The court found that the attackers stormed the church during a Pentecost Sunday service, held worshippers hostage, and carried out the assault using improvised explosive devices and AK-47 rifles. At least 40 worshippers were killed and ove...

Gunmen have abducted Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the 43-year-old younger sister of former Minister of Power and APC 2027 governorship aspirant Chief Adebayo Adelabu, alongside her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, in Ibadan, Oyo State. 951a The incident occurred at about 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in the Elewura area of Challenge, Ibadan South West LGA, while Mrs. John-Paul was on her way to drop her children at school. Eyewitnesses said the attackers fired sporadically to scare residents, forced her out of her Kia Sonata, and drove her and the twins away in another vehicle brought by the kidnappers. A video circulating online showed a red Toyota Camry abandoned on the street with doors ajar, suggesting a sudden attack. Adelabu’s media aide, Femi Awogboro, confirmed the abduction in an official statement, describing it as “unfortunate” and deeply distressing to the family. The statement said Mrs. John-Paul is the youngest of five children of Mrs. O...

Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Daniel Bwala, has argued that the biggest beneficiaries of the administration’s policies are low-income Nigerians. Speaking during an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Tuesday, Bwala pointed to programmes such as the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) initiative, and healthcare interventions as examples of policies designed to improve the lives of ordinary citizens. According to him, more than one million students have benefited from NELFUND, helping many young Nigerians who might otherwise struggle to access higher education. He also said the government’s push for CNG-powered transportation is already making a difference, although many citizens are calling for greater investment in the sector. Bwala further highlighted healthcare measures, including support for cesarean sections and subsidies for dialysis treatment, describing them as initiatives t...

Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has revealed that sympathy for Peter Obi was a key reason he agreed to become his running mate in the 2023 presidential election. Speaking during an interview with Symfoni, Baba-Ahmed said Obi approached three influential politicians in 2022 in an effort to build alliances ahead of the election, but none agreed to join him. He said he was disappointed by their response and felt compelled to support Obi’s presidential ambition. According to him, many people misunderstand the nature of his relationship with Obi, noting that his decision to run alongside the former Anambra State governor was driven largely by concern for both Obi and the country’s political future. Baba-Ahmed declined to identify the politicians involved or explain why they chose not to align with Obi at the time. He also dismissed claims that he is politically bound to follow Obi into any future platform, including the African Democratic...

Activist Chief Gani Topba has continued to make allegations against businessman Chief Lesi Maol, accusing him of amassing wealth through activities linked to Ogoni oil and other alleged crimes. On May 30, 2026, Topba took to social media, claiming that there was a plot to use security agencies to arrest him. The video quickly went viral, generating widespread reactions across Ogoniland and beyond. In one of the videos, Topba alleged that Lesi Maol had been undermining the Federal Government's efforts toward the resumption of oil activities in Ogoniland. «"We know all of them. They are responsible for importing ammunition into Ogoniland. They have been sabotaging the Federal Government's efforts on oil resumption in Ogoniland," Topba alleged.» The allegations sparked intense debate on social media, with many people questioning the source of the billionaire businessman’s wealth, while others dismissed the claims as unsubstantiated. In a fresh video released ...

The Chairman of Resolution Wall Group (RwG), Tambari Steve, has clarified his position regarding several trending publications on RwGBlog News, following reactions from members of the public who have associated him directly with reports published by the media platform. In a statement made available to the public, Steve explained that Resolution Wall Group is a conglomerate with multiple subsidiaries, including ConfamDelivery, RwGBlog News, and RwG TV, among others. He emphasized that these organizations operate with structured management systems and dedicated professionals overseeing various departments. According to him, he does not personally manage the day-to-day operations of the subsidiaries and should not be held responsible for every news report published by RwGBlog News. Steve expressed concern that some individuals have failed to distinguish between a corporate organization and its founder, noting that media platforms often publish reports and quotations from vario...

Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru Musa, has urged residents of the affected communities in Oyo State to remain united and resilient following the abd¥ction of pupils and teachers in the area. Addressing community members during a visit, Musa said the current situation calls for unity rather than blame, assuring them that the Federal Government remains committed to securing the release of those kidn@pped. “Let us continue to pray together. Let’s continue to unite. It’s not a time to blame anybody. It’s a time for unity,” he said. The minister commended the strength and resilience of the communities, noting that the government had witnessed their determination firsthand. “You are a strong community. We have driven around. We have seen how resilient you are. And God is with you. God will continue to strengthen us,” he added. According to Musa, the kidn@ppers’ goal is to create fear and division among the people and weaken their confidence in government efforts. “Thei...

A former Chief Security Officer of Khana Local Government Area and former Youth President of Bua-Yeghe Community, Comrade Naade Naade Burale Goodluck, has commended ongoing efforts aimed at resolving the lingering crisis between the Uegwere and Bua-Yeghe  communities. Speaking in a voice note obtained by our correspondent, Naade recounted his role in intervening during the initial conflict between the two neighboring communities. He explained that swift action was taken at the time by Hon. Dumnamene Deekor, who constituted a peace and boundary resolution panel headed by His Royal Majesty, King Barilee Deebom, alongside the then Chairmen of Gokana and Khana Local Government Areas. According to Naade, ancestral boundaries between Uegwere and Bua-Yeghe communities had existed for generations but were allegedly destroyed by individuals from Uegwere Community. He further noted that despite the findings and recommendations of the panel, the exact ancestral boundaries bet...

Former SGF Babachir Lawal has announced his resignation from the ADC following Atiku Abubakar's emergence as the party's presidential candidate, saying Tinubu would be a better president than the former vice president. Lawal said the ADC presidential primary results were written to favour Atiku and insisted he won't be part of the former vice president's rigging machine in the 2027 presidential election.  He added that Atiku is incompetent and a tribal, religious bigot who shouldn't come close to the presidential office.

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has assured citizens that the country will overcome its security challenges, stating that President Bola Tinubu is working tirelessly to restore peace and protect lives and property. Speaking during a meeting with traditional rulers in Ado Ekiti, she acknowledged the pa+n caused by kidn@ppings, b@nditry and k+llings across the country but said efforts were ongoing behind the scenes to tackle the situation. According to her, “President Tinubu has entered into partnership with developed countries like the United States of America and others, and is taking internal security measures to smash those terr%rising the country and stoking the fire of k+llings and kidn@ppings across the geopolitical zones.” She added, “It is disheartening that we have this insecurity. A lot of foreign countries are helping our country. The US and some other developed countries are helping us in this matter.” The First Lady further stated that some of those behind...

MINISTER OF FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY CALL ON RIVERS STATE TO SUPPORT PRESIDENT TINUBU'S 2027 RE-ELECTION BID The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has called on Rivers State electorates to support Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the 2027 presidential election. The Minister stated this during a luncheon organized for Rivers State candidates of the Rainbow Coalition. Source NTA News 

The Court of Appeal has upheld a high court order nullifying the Rivers APC ward, local government, and state congresses that produced the Tony Okocha-led exco, which is loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.  Okocha had filed an appeal at the appeal court against the ex parte order of the high court which restrained the APC from conducting its congresses in the state, arguing that the high court had no jurisdiction in the matter and, as such, was not empowered to make the said order. However, the appellate court, in a decision delivered yesterday by Justice Elfreida Williams-Dawodu JCA, affirmed the jurisdiction of the high court in issuing that order and threw out the appeal for want of competence. Meanwhile, Ikenga Chibike, the publicity secretary of the Tony Okocha-led exco, has assured party members that there is no threat to the status of the exco pending full trial of the matter.  He also added that the party lawyers will study the full judgment and advise on th...

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu over worsening insecurity and economic hardship in the country.  In a statement released through his aide, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku accused the presidency of being disconnected from the struggles Nigerians face daily, especially amid rising debt and insecurity.  “It is both astonishing and insulting that at a time when millions of Nigerians can barely afford one meal a day, the presidency is celebrating debt figures as though indebtedness were an achievement,” he said.  According to Atiku, travelling across many parts of Nigeria has become dangerous due to kidn@ppings and att@cks by armed groups.  “In many parts of Nigeria today, travelling by road has become a gamble with d+ath. Families go to bed praying not to receive midnight calls announcing the abd¥ction of loved ones,” he stated.  The former presidential candidate further lamented that “ransom payment...

Pastor Philip Olubakin shares an update after conducting yet another simple wedding right inside his office. According to him, the couple got married in the presence of family and close friends without the usual extravagant ceremony.  “No wedding dress. No bridal train. No groomsmen. No rehearsal entry dance. No glowing eyeglasses. No smoke or fireworks except the one already burning in their hearts for each other. No three changes of clothes. No lights. No cake. No music. No cost.”..he wrote. He added that the only conditions are that both families consent to the union and all traditional obligations, no matter how little, are settled.