The Oyo State Government has officially dismissed circulating allegations that it plans to sell off the historic Ogbomoso Farm Settlement, clarifying instead that a strategic portion of the land is being transformed into a modern, integrated agro-allied urban hub. The Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye, cleared the air in a statement issued on Friday in Ibadan. He explained that the ongoing development is part of a long-term master plan by the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration to seamlessly merge agriculture, modern housing, and economic growth. Refuting the sale claims, Olaleye revealed that the administration is introducing a "New Town" concept designed to optimize the land rather than liquidate it. "The proposed New Town to be sited at the farm settlement will feature a farm housing scheme combining modern farming, residential areas, and agro-allied industries in a planned environment," the Commissioner stated. He noted that the initiative is fully aligned with Oyo State`s agricultural transformation agenda, aiming to: Boost local food production and strengthen agricultural value chains. Generate thousands of jobs for youths. Attract critical private sector investments. Guarantee long-term food security for the state. Providing context for the new development, the Commissioner pointed out that urban expansion has naturally caught up with and surrounded the Ogbomoso settlement over the decades. Furthermore, government audits revealed that several current occupants lack proper legal documentation, while many of the original allottees have passed away. The new intervention will allow the state to properly reorganize, regulate, and maximize land use strictly in the public interest. The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its unwavering dedication to boosting food security and empowering local farmers under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde. The state`s Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye, reassured the public that the administration`s pro-farming stance remains resolute. He emphasized that the government is actively implementing strategic, state-backed interventions designed to modernize the agricultural sector, reduce production burdens, and drive long-term rural growth. To achieve this, the administration is deploying targeted initiatives, including subsidised mechanisation and tractorisation services to drastically cut farming costs for smallholders. Additionally, the state is facilitating the free distribution of critical inputs like high-yield seedlings and fertilizers, alongside hosting specialized climate-smart agriculture training for extension officers and farmers. To ensure these efforts translate into economic gain, infrastructure upgrades are being executed through the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) to drastically improve rural farm roads and market access across the state. "These interventions demonstrate that the Makinde-led administration is not working against agriculture, but is repositioning the sector as a major driver of food security, employment, and economic growth," Olaleye declared. The government urged residents of Ogbomoso and the general public to completely ignore the misinformation, reiterating that agriculture remains the core foundation of the state`s developmental drive.

Dr. Kunle Adegbite, a leading candidate for the House of Representatives, possesses all the necessary qualifications, competence, and commitment to deliver top-tier representation for the people of Ogbomoso North, South, and Oriire Federal Constituency. This assertion was made by his spokesperson, Seun Ayangbemiro, during an exclusive chat with www.thenewscredit.com this morning. Ayangbemiro noted that Dr. Adegbite is a devoted philanthropist who has touched the lives of thousands of people both at home and abroad. Born and raised in Ogbomoso, Dr. Adegbite is an alumnus of the School of Science, Ogbomoso, and the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH). He later relocated abroad, building a distinguished career as a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP). As the President of the Ogbomoso Youth in North America, he facilitated the opening of the association’s liaison office in Ogbomoso to seamlessly bridge diaspora resources with local needs. "Every election season, Ogbomoso is flooded with promises," Ayangbemiro said. "Posters go up, jingles play, and candidates who were nowhere to be found for four years suddenly discover the roads of Oriire and the markets of Ogbomoso South. But our people have learned, painfully, to tell the difference between a politician who merely promises and a leader who delivers. That is why Dr. Adegbite’s candidacy deserves a serious look. He is not asking voters to trust a stranger; he is asking them to send a son who has been working for them at his own expense for years." Unlike many who leave and never look back, Dr. Adegbite has consistently channeled his success into community development through his Twindad Foundation. In 2022, long before the current political cycle, he established the Twindad House of Grace Orphanage at Hamama, Ogbomoso—a multimillion-naira facility complete with classrooms, a sickbay, dormitories, and staff quarters designed to provide a safe haven for vulnerable children. His philanthropic footprints span across several sectors, including the provision of academic scholarships to indigent students, sponsoring an annual grassroots football competition, and donating a brand-new bus to Ogbomoso Parapo, the apex umbrella body for all Ogbomoso indigenes. Just this August, his foundation rolled out a robust skill acquisition program across the constituency to empower youth toward self-reliance. Ayangbemiro recalled Dr. Adegbite`s swift response when tragedy struck the communities of Ahoro-Esinele and Yawota in Oriire earlier this year following the abduction of several teachers and students. Rather than issuing detached press statements from afar, Dr. Adegbite returned home, visited the affected families, sat with grieving mothers, and provided direct relief materials. Reviewing the candidate’s blueprint, the spokesperson emphasized that Dr. Adegbite`s 10-point People-Centered Manifesto is uniquely credible because nearly every promise is an expansion of work he is already executing. The manifesto outlines critical interventions including a Youth Enterprise and Innovation Empowerment Program, an Education Advancement and Scholarship Scheme, and an Accessible Healthcare and Community Wellness initiative driven by his professional medical expertise. It also features a Women and Vulnerable Groups Economic Support Scheme alongside a Digital Skills and Future Economy Initiative to equip local youths with global technical skills like coding, artificial intelligence, and digital marketing. The remaining pillars of the manifesto focus heavily on infrastructural and rural development, an agricultural action plan for Oriire farmers, employment creation, and community safety through strategic collaborations with security agencies. Ayangbemiro highlighted Dr. Adegbite`s unique advantage as a diaspora bridge, explaining that a lawmaker with an active, established network of international investors and professionals can channel unprecedented development and expertise directly into Ogbomoso. Furthermore, the manifesto guarantees a paradigm shift in accountability, pledging regular town hall meetings and open-door constituency reporting. "Our constituency faces real challenges—unemployed youth, unsupported farmers, struggling schools, and roads in disrepair," Ayangbemiro concluded. "These issues cannot be solved by someone learning on the job. Dr. Adegbite has spent his own time and resources when nothing was at stake personally. Imagine what he will achieve with the official platform and budget of the Federal House of Representatives. Ogbomoso does not need more empty promises; it needs a proven record. We urge everyone to get their Permanent Voter Cards (PVC) ready and vote for the man who was working for them before he ever needed their vote."

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised the alarm over a horrifying trend of young Nigerians allegedly selling their kidneys to survive the country`s relentless cost-of-living crisis. In a scathing statement on Thursday, Atiku directly blamed President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies for driving citizens into extreme desperation. He noted that it should "offend the conscience of every Nigerian" that youths are now forced to view their body organs as emergency savings. "Young Nigerians should be building careers, starting businesses, raising families, and pursuing their dreams, not calculating how much parts of their bodies can fetch simply to stay alive," Atiku stated. He added that vulnerable youths are reportedly selling kidneys for as low as ₦1.7 million. While acknowledging existing laws against organ trafficking, the former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate argued that legislation alone cannot cure poverty. He called for immediate economic reforms with a "human face," promising to "make Nigeria affordable again."

The Federal Government has expressed profound appreciation to the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) for donating $265,854 to support the ongoing emergency evacuation of distressed Nigerian citizens from South Africa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs revealed that the intervention comes at a critical time when many Nigerians are seeking immediate repatriation following a renewed wave of violent xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks. According to an official statement signed on Friday by the ministry’s spokesperson, Oluwafemi Adeniyi, the substantial financial contribution will completely fund 500 one-way airline tickets. This intervention is aimed directly at providing immediate relief to stranded citizens who have lost their livelihoods or face severe safety threats due to the recurring hostilities targeting foreign nationals. The ministry described the swift intervention by the church, which is led by Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, as a profound reflection of humanitarian leadership. The government lauded the gesture as “a significant demonstration of RCCG’s compassion, solidarity, and genuine commitment to providing succour to distressed and stranded Nigerians” who are currently facing severe hardship abroad. Highlighting the importance of civic synergy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that the intervention serves as a prime model for national crisis management. The statement emphasized that the gesture further demonstrates the massive impact that structured collaboration between faith-based organisations and public institutions can have in addressing critical social challenges and advancing the common good. The repatriation exercise was officially launched by the Federal Government on June 10, 2026, in response to the escalating targeting of foreign Africans and other nationals in South Africa. Since the commencement of the emergency operation, a total of 1,640 Nigerian nationals have been successfully evacuated and brought back home safely. A breakdown of the evacuation funding reveals that the Federal Government directly sponsored the return of 1,385 citizens, while private philanthropic donations successfully funded the repatriation of 255 individuals. Currently, another batch of 202 Nigerians is stranded in South Africa, awaiting final security and documentation screening by South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs before their final airlift. To ensure no willing citizen is left behind, Nigeria`s diplomatic missions—the High Commission in Pretoria and the Consulate General in Johannesburg—remain fully operational. The ministry confirmed that diplomatic staff are working around the clock, leveraging Nigerian Community Associations and established local channels to identify, screen, and assist citizens who desire an immediate return home. The Federal Government reiterated its unwavering commitment to the welfare of its citizens worldwide under President Bola Tinubu`s "4Ds" foreign policy framework. This follows the President`s recent decisive address at the 21st Extraordinary Session of the African Union in Luanda, Angola, on August 30, 2026, where he strongly condemned the recurring xenophobic violence and called on continental leaders to implement permanent solutions.

The Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Oluwatosin Ajayi, has strictly prohibited operatives of the secret police from arresting individuals involved in purely civil matters. Speaking in a media interview on Thursday, Ajayi explained that the directive is part of a broader institutional overhaul designed to enforce strict adherence to the rule of law and clean up the agency’s human rights record. Since taking the helm of the DSS, Ajayi noted that he has rolled out sweeping reforms targeting five core pillars: law enforcement, inter-agency synergy, accountability, respect for human rights, and infrastructural and administrative modernization. These changes, he stated, have established a definitive boundary between civil and criminal jurisdictions within the agency`s operations. Reflecting on his career experience, the DSS chief acknowledged that the agency had historically conflated civil disputes with criminal acts—a practice he vowed to end, emphasizing that the deployment of state force in private disputes is entirely inappropriate. “You cannot apply the use of force in civil matters. Even some criminal matters don’t require force,” Ajayi stated. To illustrate the agency`s shifting approach, Ajayi cited a high-profile case involving political economist Prof. Pat Utomi regarding allegations of attempting to establish a "shadow government." Rather than moving to detain Utomi, the DSS opted to seek judicial interpretation. The court subsequently ruled that the move was unconstitutional, illegal, and a threat to national security, achieving resolution without a controversial arrest. He further referenced a legal battle with the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), which dragged the agency to court over allegations that two DSS operatives had invaded its premises. Ajayi highlighted that the DSS allowed the judicial process to run its course without ordering any retaliatory arrests, even after the court ultimately awarded over ₦100 million in damages against the agency and in favor of SERAP. When pressed on whether the DSS is now fully deferring to the judiciary on civil contentions, Ajayi confirmed the paradigm shift. “Yes. I have told my people that there should be no arrest in any civil case," Ajayi said. "And I’m sure you have found out that, even in cases involving journalists, we would rather approach the court because we do the same job." Extending an olive branch to the media, the DSS Director-General added: “I call you guys our professional colleagues. The only difference is that, while you inform the public, we inform the Government. And because we inform the Government, our information is classified until we declassify it.”

The Federal Government is facing intense labor pressure as civil servants demand an immediate increase in the national minimum wage to N300,000 per month. The Federal Workers Forum (FWF) made the formal demand in a letter dated September 2, 2026, addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of the National Assembly. The forum declared that the current N70,000 minimum wage has been completely eroded by Nigeria’s skyrocketing cost of living. Under the workers` proposed salary structure, the lowest-earning civil servant (Level 1, Step 1) would receive N300,000, while the highest-paid bureaucrats (Level 17 officers) would top out at a monthly salary of N1.5 million. The FWF criticized the Federal Government for failing to fully execute the previous wage agreement passed over two years ago. According to the forum, federal workers are still battling for the full implementation of consequential adjustments and associated allowances. "It will surprise you to hear that the Federal Government has not fully implemented the new national minimum wage since July 2024," the statement read. "We have been in the battle for full consequential adjustment." This fresh agitation follows a recent demand by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in August 2026, which pushed for an even higher baseline of N500,000. Although President Tinubu approved an increase from N30,000 to N70,000 in July 2024, hyperinflation has severely devalued the currency. The cost of living for average Nigerian households has effectively tripled between 2024 and 2026, rendering the current salary structure unsustainable.

The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to married men, stating that forcing a spouse into sexual intercourse carries a penalty of life imprisonment upon conviction. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Haroun Adebayo, disclosed this during a media briefing in Alausa, Ikeja. The event, hosted by the Executive Secretary of the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, marked the commencement of the agency’s Awareness Month for September 2026. Addressing legal distinctions regarding marital intimacy, Adebayo clarified that while Lagos State law does not technically categorise non-consensual marital sex as "rape" if the couple is cohabiting on good terms, it is strictly prosecuted under other severe criminal charges. "Once there is an issue between a couple and the wife refuses to have sex, the husband cannot force her," Adebayo explained. "If the husband forces her and the wife reports him, we will not charge him for rape but for sexual assault by penetration, and the punishment is life imprisonment." He further debunked the misconception that traditional rites exempt men from accountability, asserting that paying a bride price or dowry does not grant immunity for domestic or sexual violence. Aggrieved women retain the full legal right to report such violations to the DSVA for immediate prosecution.

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has strongly cautioned politicians and their supporters against dragging the name of Jesus Christ into partisan political debates. The apex Christian body issued this directive as political activities intensify ahead of the crucial 2027 general elections. The warning follows a public controversy triggered by remarks from Precious Oruche, a popular political commentator known as "Mama Pee." In her viral commentary, Oruche explicitly referenced Jesus Christ while making a political case for the candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi. Reacting to the development, the National President of CAN, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, stated that the association felt compelled to intervene. He noted that while robust political discourse is expected, a sacred line has been crossed by citizens seeking to validate their choices. According to THENEWSCREDIT,Archbishop Okoh emphasised that the name of Christ must never be weaponised for electoral gains. The cleric reminded the public that Jesus Christ is not a political candidate, a campaign slogan, or a tool to advance one politician against another. The association further declared that no human leader, regardless of their popularity or achievements, should be elevated to a place that belongs to God alone. CAN stressed that intense political loyalty must not diminish the absolute reverence due to the Christian faith. While clarifying its stance on civic participation, the apex body noted that Nigerians remain fully free to support or criticise any candidate. It explicitly named prominent leaders like Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar, and President Bola Tinubu as figures citizens can openly evaluate. However,THENEWSCREDIT reports that the council urged voters to shift their focus away from religious sentiments and concentrate on tangible governance metrics. Supporters were advised to channel their passion into debates about competence, policy frameworks, character, and track records. Concluding the statement, Archbishop Okoh reminded the nation that no politician is a messiah, and no electoral victory is worth compromising sacred honors. He urged all political actors to conduct their upcoming campaigns with the utmost responsibility, restraint, and mutual respect.

Panic has gripped residents of Kebbe town in the Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State following an audacious N40 million levy demanded by suspected bandits. The terrorists have threatened to slaughter residents and burn the entire community to the ground if the deadline is missed. The criminal syndicate delivered their ultimatum through a local farmer, forcing him to hand over a mobile phone directly to the District Head of Kebbe, Mallam Lawal Labbo. According to updates tracking the situation, the bandits initially gave the town five days to produce the cash but extended it to seven days after desperate pleas from community leaders. The mobile device has since been handed over to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in the area. However, the gunmen issued a chilling warning that the phone must remain switched on, charged, and answered at all times, stating that any missed call would trigger an immediate, bloody invasion. The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed the high-stakes threat. Command Spokesperson, DSP Ahmed Rufai, stated that strategic countermeasures are already underway. "We are aware of the information, and we, together with our Anti-Kidnapping Unit (AKU), are already working on the information," Rufai assured, confirming the reality of the multi-million naira ultimatum. As the countdown to the deadline ticks away, tension remains at a breaking point across Kebbe, with locals desperately calling for heavy military reinforcement to avert a catastrophe.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has placed a strict media embargo on lawyers involved in the legal battle challenging President Bola Tinubu’s eligibility for the 2027 presidential election. Presiding Judge, Justice Inyang Ekwo, issued the stern warning on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, cautioning counsel against debating the substantive details of the case across traditional or social media platforms. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1888/2026, was instituted jointly by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The plaintiffs are seeking Tinubu’s disqualification from the 2027 polls over allegations that he submitted a forged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Expressing displeasure over potential media trials, Justice Ekwo emphasized that the temple of justice remains the only appropriate venue to argue the merits of the case. “This case is to be conducted in court and not in the media, whether it is regular or social,” Justice Ekwo warned. “If this case is discussed on social media, I will hold counsel for the party responsible, and I will take very drastic action.” The day`s proceedings hit a procedural snag when counsel to Atiku, Joseph Onu, informed the court that the plaintiffs had been unable to serve President Tinubu with the originating court documents. Onu requested the court to grant an order for personal service on the President or, alternatively, allow for substituted service via public publication, citing the high national importance of the suit. However, counsel to INEC, Alex Iziyon (SAN), opposed the application for personal service. Iziyon argued that the physical appearance of Omosanya Popoola in court as Tinubu’s legal representative proved that the President was already aware of the litigation. INEC’s legal team further urged the court to fast-track the proceedings, pointing out that 17 days had already elapsed since the suit was officially filed. Iziyon noted that the electoral umpire was fully prepared to file its formal defence within 10 days to avoid unnecessary delays. Declining to dictate the litigation strategy to the plaintiffs, Justice Ekwo noted that the court could not micro-manage how the petitioners handle their case files. The matter has been adjourned until September 28, 2026, for mention.