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it is unacceptable – Tinubu warns son Seyi, others to stay away from FEC meetings
On Monday, President Bola Tinubu cautioned his son, Seyi, and others to refrain from attending the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meetings. Tinubu emphasized that only authorized individuals are allowed to participate in the weekly cabinet sessions. “Last week, I noticed the undue access of people sneaking in and out of this council. “I saw the photograph of my son, Seyi, sitting behind. That is not acceptable. “I will announce to you those people who are supposed to be here,” he said. President Tinubu went on to name his Special Advisers on Policy Coordination, Hadiza Usman; Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga;…
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Impeachment: Wike, Fubara meet in Aso Rock, shake hands
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and his predecessor, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, are presently at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Both figures were drawn to the Villa for the National Police Council meeting, overseen by President Bola Tinubu. The meeting, which includes several governors, raises speculation about the possibility of reconciling the strained relationship between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Wike. Other governors spotted heading to the closed-door gathering include Yahaya Bello (Kogi), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), ABDULLAHI Abba (Kano), and Bassey Ottu (Cross River). Wike was observed exchanging pleasantries…
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Court of Appeal confirms Natasha Akpoti as winner of Kogi Central Senatorial Seat
The Court of Appeal has confirmed Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the victor of the Kogi Central Senatorial election that took place in February. In a ruling by a three-member panel of the appeal court, an appeal lodged by Sen. Abubakar Ohere of the All Progressives Congress (APC) was dismissed. The court, concurring with the arguments presented by Akpoti’s counsel, Mr. Joshua Usman (SAN), deemed them substantial and additionally imposed a fine of N500,000 against Ohere.
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Fubara: Wike wants to destroy APC to enable him contest for presidency in 2027 using the platform of the PDP – Timi Frank claims, urges Tinubu to sack him
Timi Frank, a former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has urged President Bola Tinubu to sack FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. This is in response to allegations that Wike is orchestrating a plan to impeach Rivers State Governor Siminilaye Fubara. Frank, in a statement released on Tuesday, strongly criticized the police’s actions of using tear gas and water on Fubara. Consequently, he urged the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to immediately reassign the Commissioner of Police in Rivers. This call was made due to the perceived biased behavior of the police against the duly elected Governor…
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Young man dies in auto crash days after announcing his admission into UNIPORT
A 28-year-old man named Abacha Wezume passed away in a car accident merely four days after receiving admission to the University of Port Harcourt. The fatal motor accident occurred on Friday, October 27, 2023, in Rivers State, claiming Wezume’s life. He hailed from Aluu in Ikwerre Local Government area of Rivers State and had joyously shared news of his admission to UNIPORT on Facebook on Monday, October 23. The deceased had been trying to further his education for years. “Congratulations to me. Unique uniport thank you. Have just been offered admission,” he wrote. Hours before he died, he wrote on…
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Indian police arrest Two Nigerian women with drugs worth N63 million
In Rajasthan, India, two Nigerian women, Adaeze Jaye, aged 43, and Success Chamika, aged 23, were apprehended in possession of drugs valued at over N63 million. On Friday, October 27, 2023, Pushkar police arrested both women, confiscating a total of 65 grams of Mephedrone (MD) and Rs 65,000 in cash. According to a statement released by the police on Saturday, they also seized a digital weighing machine along with the cash amount of Rs 65,000 from the accused. The estimated worth of the seized drugs is approximately Rs 6 lakh, as reported by the police.
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I committed no offense, can’t be impeached – Gov Fubara
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has dismissed any speculation about a potential impeachment against him. Fubara maintained that he hasn’t engaged in any wrongdoing that would justify impeachment proceedings by the Rivers State House of Assembly. Addressing his supporters at the Assembly Complex in Port Harcourt, the governor pledged to ensure the people of the state receive the benefits promised by democracy. “Let them come out and tell Rivers people the offence I have committed to warrant any impeachment. “Let me assure the people of Rivers that I will continue to ensure that you get the dividends of democracy.…
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Treat Gunshot victims without any hesitation – Acting IGP, Egbetokun tells hospitals
The Acting Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun, has issued a directive for medical personnel nationwide to provide treatment to gunshot victims without requiring a police report. Egbetokun emphasized the necessity of this directive based on the Compulsory Treatment and Care for Victims of Gunshot Act of 2017. In an internal memo dated October 25, 2023, addressed to Deputy Inspectors-General of Police, Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, Commissioners of Police, and Commandants of Police Colleges in Ikeja, Kaduna, Oji-River, Maiduguri, and Enugu, the IGP requested wide circulation of the directive to ensure public awareness and compliance with the national law.…
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There should be a penalty for INEC reneging on its promises – Adegboruwa
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa has emphasized the need for accountability if the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) fails to uphold its commitment of ensuring trustworthy elections for the Nigerian populace. During an appearance on a Channels Television show, the legal expert highlighted the commission’s alleged failure to meet the expectations of Nigerians. He pointed out that INEC actively engaged in the electoral process, handling the election petition from the Court of Appeal to the Supreme Court, and opposed the appellants’ perspectives. Adegboruwa also stressed that recognizing the potential consequences of their failure in delivering on their mandate could…
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I do not owe any explanation about my visit to the president – Duoye Diri
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State defended his visit to President Bola Tinubu after the Supreme Court’s ruling, asserting that he doesn’t owe an explanation for the visit. He dismissed opposition claims of ulterior motives and lies surrounding his congratulatory visit to Tinubu, insisting it was not unusual. Diri, speaking during the PDP’s governorship campaign, clarified that his visit was to extend congratulations following the court’s verdict. He emphasized being entitled to offer felicitations and disclosed discussing state matters with the President during his visit to the presidential villa, where he found a receptive response. He said: “Thursday, I was…
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Mohbad’s father aggrieved because late singer bought property in son, Liam’s name – Iyabo Ojo claims
Actress Iyabo Ojo has claimed that Mr. James Aloba, the father of deceased Nigerian rapper Mohbad (Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba), is upset because his late son had reportedly purchased a property in the name of his six-month-old son, Liam. According to the actress, Mohbad’s family is facing turmoil regarding the inheritance of the late musician’s assets. She made these statements during an interview with media personality Daddy Freeze on Friday. She said, “I’ve spoken to Mohbad’s wife. I’ve spoken to Mohbad’s mum. And Mohbad’s dad also called me and told me some things. From what Mohbad’s dad said I know that…
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Femi Otedola donates N1m to 750 students of Augustine University after he was made chancellor (Photos)
Businessman and Philanthropist, Femi Otedola has been conferred chancellor of Augustine University. In view of this, he donated N1,000,000 to 750 students of the university. He made this known in a post on Instagram. He wrote; “Today, I was officially inaugurated as the Chancellor of Augustine University. I strongly believe in transforming establishments that I am associated with. Therefore, to commemorate my appointment and in recognition of the harsh economic situation in our country, I gave a gift of One Million to each of the Seven Hundred and Fifty Students. I hope this donation of Seven Hundred and Fifty Million Naira…
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