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The Federal High Court in Abuja struck out the lawsuit filed by the late former Deputy Governor of Bayelsa, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, on Wednesday. Mr Ewhrudjakpo had sought an injunction to stop alleged impeachment proceedings stemming from his refusal to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) alongside Governor Douye Diri. Justice Emeka Nwite struck out the suit in a ruling after B.K. Angaye, who appeared for the Bayelsa House of Assembly, Speaker, and others, made the application to that effect. When the case was called, no counsel appeared for the late litigant, who passed away on 11 December last year.…
Socialite and businessman Pascal “Cubana Chief Priest (CP)” Okechukwu has made a rather interesting revelation that has gotten Nigerians talking. Speaking during a livestream with streamer Habeeb “Peller” Hamzat on Tuesday night, the musician said the president’s suspicion stemmed from his ethnic background and his past political associations. CP served as the Imo State Director of the City Boy Movement (CBM), a group established to mobilise support for Mr Tinubu’s re-election. He said, “Nobody sent me money to go and obtain an APC nomination form. Let me tell you the truth: as I am, Bola Tinubu doesn’t trust me because…
Nigeria’s Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has unveiled separate squads for next month’s Unity Cup tournament in London and high-profile international friendlies against Poland and Portugal, with the continued omission of hitherto first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali drawing fresh attention. In the list released on Wednesday by the Nigeria Football Federation, Chelle handed opportunities to seven players from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the Unity Cup, while several regular stars were reserved for the European friendlies. Among the home-based players invited are goalkeeper Michael Atata of Ikorodu City, defenders Elias Ochobi, Chibueze Oputa and Obinna Igboke, as well as midfielders…
The Deputy Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Akinyode Oyewusi, has dismissed claims that the legislature in the state operates as a rubber stamp of the executive. Oyewusi also said the legislature remains a critical institution in shaping Nigeria’s democracy. The Deputy Speaker made the remarks while speaking at the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Osun State Council Guest Platform themed “The Role of Legislature in Shaping Democracy in Nigeria”, on Wednesday in Osogbo. Represented by his media aide, Segun Amure, he accused the All Progressives Congress, APC, of undermining the independence of local councils in the state. Addressing the…
The Social Democratic Party, SDP, has said defeating former President Goodluck Jonathan is not its problem, stating that it plans to unseat President Bola Tinubu. The party’s presidential candidate, Adewole Adebayo, said this, Wednesday during an interview on Trust TV. He was speaking about the reports that Jonathan has joined next year’s presidential race. “Defeating Goodluck Jonathan is not our problem. Our plan is to defeat Tinubu. If it’s not a case where people have kidnapped his image and brand, Jonathan is coming out to run, I would welcome that because it means that at least he would bring a…
Following the spread of Daba-related violence in Kano city, the Kano State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has apprehended 149 armed thugs accused of attacking homes across the metropolitan area, creating fear and uncertainty among residents. The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, disclosed this on Wednesday while displaying dangerous weapons and illicit drugs recovered from suspects. He said the command had observed a rise in social crimes and violent incidents in parts of the metropolis, notably Fagge, IBB Road and Hotoro Quarters. Security concerns were also noted along the Kano–Katsina border. He noted that, in response, the command, working with…
Laide Olabanji, Ace Nollywood actor and CEO of LAIBAN Films International, has faulted the administration of President Bola Tinubu over its inability to protect the lives and properties of citizens. The producer who was reacting to the worsening insecurity across the country, particularly the recent killing of a teacher who was beheaded in Oyo State, as well as daily killings by bandits in Plateau State, criticised Tinubu for failing to govern in the interest of Nigerians. Olabanji questioned the government’s humanity. He lamented the non-stop bloodshed in Nigeria and the government’s nonchalant behavior and lack of responsiveness. Speaking in pidgin,…
Arsenal legend David Seaman is backing the current squad to add the Champions League title to the Premier League title they just won. The Gunners were confirmed champions on Tuesday night, after Bournemouth held Manchester City to a 1-1 draw at the Vitality Stadium. Erling Haaland’s late equaliser was not enough to keep City in the title race until the final day. Arsenal will lift the trophy at Crystal Palace on Sunday, before preparations begin to play Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final next week. When asked for his prediction ahead of the game in Budapest, Seaman replied: “It’s all about winning,…
Award-winning Nollywood actress Kehinde Bankole has issued a direct demand to the Federal Government, the Office of the National Security Advisor, and the country’s intelligence agencies to immediately deploy “full wrath and force” to end the escalating wave of kidnappings in the country. In a social media post on Wednesday, the actress voiced the growing exhaustion of everyday Nigerians, declaring that the public is tired of “condolence speeches” and demands immediate, tactical results to save the lives of citizens. “It is no longer about why it is happening; it is now simply about lives! Lives are being lost! This should…
Four persons have been confirmed dead after a Golf Wagon vehicle plunged into Tomas Dam in Danbatta Local Government Area of Kano State on Tuesday evening. The Kano State Fire Service disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Public Relations Officer of the agency, ACFO Saminu Abdullahi. According to the statement, the incident occurred at about 7:10 p.m. when the Danbatta Fire Service Division received a distress call from a resident identified as Suleman. Abdullahi said the vehicle, with an unknown registration number, was travelling from Kano to Roni in Jigawa State when it crashed into the…
