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Our Reporter, Abuja Professor Chidi Odinkalu has raised the alarm over the Supreme Court of Nigeria’s prolonged inaction on a critical case concerning the Emergency Rule in Rivers State, stating that the delay amounts to a decision in itself. Odinkalu, a respected legal scholar and human rights advocate, took to social media on Friday to highlight what he described as a troubling stance by the Supreme Court. He noted that the refusal to even schedule a hearing is not a mere oversight but a significant ruling in its own right. The case, designated as Suit No. SC/CV/329/2025, has been pending…
By Azu Ishiekwene In the incredibly sad courtroom drama of Tali Shani v Chief Mike Agbedor Abu Ozekhome (2025) UKFTT 1090 (PC), two ordinary Nigerians from unlikely quarters, each doing what would appear to be their daily work, made the difference. The first was Ibrahim Sani, a superintendent of police at the Force Intelligence Department of the Nigeria Police Force in Abuja, a notoriously corrupt department under retired DIG Mike Ogbizi. Sani had received a request and complaint from Chief Ozekhome (the Respondent in this case) to investigate alleged forged documents, including a “9 mobile” number, stated to be that…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu The Enugu State Government has signed a ₦100 billion joint venture agreement with Songhai Sustainable Initiative in Nigeria and Tribu Limited to overhaul the moribund Heneke Integrated Farm in Ezeagu Local Government Area of the state. The agreement establishes Enugu Tribu Songhai Farms Ltd, a Special Purpose Vehicle that will manage the full-scale redevelopment of the 10,000-hectare site into a dynamic agro-industrial hub. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, signed the agreement on behalf of the government. Onyia described the MoU as a bold step toward industrialising agriculture and ensuring food security in…
Our Reporter, Abuja African Centre for Media & Information Literacy (AFRICMIL); the Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Dr. Anthony Ojukwu, SAN; and stakeholders in the fight against corruption have called on the judiciary to play a stronger role in safeguarding whistleblowers in Nigeria, describing them as defenders of democracy and human rights. Dr. Ojukwu, who was represented by Harry Ogwuche, Director of Economic and Social Rights at the Commission, spoke on the theme, “The Judiciary and Whistleblower Protection in Nigeria — Challenges and Responsibilities,” made the call in Abuja on Thursday at the First National Interactive…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia A 53-year-old farmer, Mrs. Felicia Nwokonte, from Umuana Ndume in Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State, is counting her losses after cows completely destroyed her farmland and every crop on it. The farmland, according to the mother of four, is located near Obioma Quarters behind Timber Shed Market, Umuahia. Narrating her ordeal to our correspondent in Umuahia, the peasant farmer said she almost missed her way to the farm as her fenced plot now looks like a playground. She said the cows forcefully gained entry into the premises, probably after the herders broke the padlock…
Lawrence Ndubeze, Awka The OBIdient Movement has declared its full support for Dr. George Moghalu, endorsing him as the Labour Party’s candidate for the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State. National Coordinator, Yunusa Tanko, said the endorsement, made in an official statement, followed a series of meetings between Moghalu and the 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, signaling Moghalu’s full backing of the movement’s leader. According to him, Moghalu is a “relentless warrior for the voiceless masses,” and his candidacy aligns with the core values of the movement. “We declare, without reservation or equivocation, our absolute and thunderous endorsement of…
Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki Five men were on Wednesday arraigned before an Abakaliki Magistrates’ Court over the alleged murder of one Udu Nnachi-Orji. The suspects were also accused of armed robbery for allegedly stealing a truck valued at ₦39 million, property of Mr. Eni Uduma-Chima. Uduma-Chima is the current Chairman of the Ebonyi State Fertilizer and Chemical Company Limited Board and a former Chairman of Edda Local Government Area. The suspects include: Amarachi Irem, 27: Oledi Philip-Nsi, 26; Ogbu Nkama, 22; Chibueze Nnachi, 36; and Okoro Stanley Onuu, 39. Charges The suspects are facing a four-count charge of conspiracy, murder, armed…
Lawrence Ndubeze, Awka Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, has called for strong action against purveyors of fake news and hate speech in the state. Mefor made the call at a 2-day workshop on countering disinformation, misinformation, fake news, and hate speech organized by the Social and Integral Development Centre (SIDEC) in collaboration with the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room. Speaking at the workshop, Mefor stressed the importance of verifying information before sharing, stating that spreading false information is a form of criminality that pollutes cyberspace. He highlighted the potential consequences of fake news, likening lies to a…
Our Reporter, Abuja The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Abia State University (ABSU), Uturu, Rt. Hon. Agwu U. Agwu, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Ndukwe Okeudo, and students of the institution have commended Governor Alex Otti for delivering on his promise to renovate the university’s hostels. During an inspection of one of the completed hostels, the Pro-Chancellor described the intervention as “life-changing,” noting that it would positively impact students spiritually, physically, and academically. He lauded the provision of water, electricity, and other essential amenities, describing the effort as proof of the governor’s genuine commitment to the welfare of students and the…
Our Reporter, Abuja Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has pledged his administration’s support for the football talent hunt initiative being championed by Super Eagles captain, Kenneth Omeruo. According to a press statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, Otti gave the assurance on Tuesday, September 16, when he received the Abia-born international footballer in his office at the Government House, Umuahia. Omeruo, who was accompanied by the General Manager of Rangers International Football Club of Enugu, Barr. Amobi Ezeaku, told the governor he had come to commend him for restoring the dignity of…