The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure, Ondo State capital has upheld the death sentence of Ramon Adedoyin, a prominent businessman and hotelier, and founder of Oduduwa University for his involvement in the murder of one Timothy Adegoke, a former postgraduate student of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State. Delivering the judgment on Thursday, the court affirmed the earlier verdict of the Osun State High Court, which had sentenced Adedoyin to death by hanging. “The judgment of the High Court of Osun State stands. Adedoyin’s appeal is dismissed…
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Hamas Demands, ‘Most Dangerous’ Terrorist- Ibrahim Hamed, Serving 54 Life Sentences
HAMAS is reportedly demanding Israel release notorious terrorist Ibrahim Hamed who was given an eye-watering 54 life terms. Hamed is a terror commander who ordered a slew of suicide bombing attacks against Israel and was accused of killing at least 96 civilians. There are currently some 10,400 Palestinians being held in Israeli prisons with Hamed potentially making the list of those to be let go in the coming weeks, Reuters reports. And according to reports in Ynet News , Hamas chiefs are demanding his release as part of ongoing negotiations.…
Read More‘Corper’ dies, others injured while going to NYSC orientation camp
A corps member has died in a road crash while going to the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, orientation camp in Ebonyi. The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Sector Commander in the state, Mr Henry Igwe, confirmed the incident in Abakaliki on Thursday. Igwe said that the crash occurred on Wednesday at about 2 p.m. on Amasiri-Okigwe Road, Amenu Village in Okposi, Ohaozara local government area of the state. “It involved two vehicles – a 14-seater Toyota commercial bus, grey colour and a commercial Mercedes Benz tipper. “From our preliminary…
Read MoreIPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu Asks for His Terrorism Trial to Be Moved to the South-East
Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has called for the transfer of his terrorism-related case from Abuja to a court in the South-east region of Nigeria. According to a report by Premium Times on Thursday, this request comes after his legal team raised concerns about the continued involvement of Justice Binta Nyako in the proceedings. Kanu, who has been in detention since his controversial repatriation from Kenya in June 2021, faces charges of terrorism, among other accusations, and his trial has been marred by…
Read MoreAbia’s Quest for Sanity: Ending Street Trading Menace
By Ebere Uzoukwa Street trading has been a longstanding issue in Abia State, particularly in Aba and Umuahia. This menace poses significant dangers and hazards to both traders and the general public. The presence of traders on the streets can lead to traffic congestion, accidents, and even loss of lives. Moreover, street trading contributes to environmental degradation, as traders often dispose of waste improperly, leading to clogged drains and dirty streets. In addition to the inherent dangers, street trading also has destructive effects on the roads. The presence of traders…
Read MoreDuru Pledges To Enhance Development In Owerri West LG As Supervisory Councilor
By Nkechi Ojukwu As stated in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria that Local Government is regarded as the the third tier of government, the Executive Chairman of Owerri West LGA, Hon. Victor Orisakwe has sworn in the Secretary to the LGA (Sec log) , Supervisory Councilors and Senior Adviser . The inauguration ceremony was held at the Owerri West LGA Headquarters on Tuesday, January21, by the Executive Chairman . Speaking to Journalists after the swearing in rituals, Hon. Ngozi Duru , reiterated her commitment to discharge the…
Read MorePolice Order Personnel, Stop Wearing Dark Glasses With Uniform, Violators To Face Sanctions
Kayode Egbetokun, the Inspector General of Police, has given an order to police personnel to immediately refrain from wearing dark glasses while in uniform. The directive which is with immediate effect is contained in a wireless message dated Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and addressed to all zonal and state commands in the police force. The police wireless message titled CB:4001/IGP.SEC/ABJ/VOL.121/104 was obtained by SaharaReporters on Thursday. The police authorities said violation of the direction will attract severe sanctions. It reads:INGENPOL has observed with concern x prevalent practice of personnel wearing…
Read MoreImo Library Board Hails Nigeria Newspoint Over Partnership,Hails Editor In Chief
By Williams Odunze The staff and Management of Imo State Library Board yesterday, paid a familiarization visit to Nigeria Newspoint where they sought to establish media partnership with the newspaper. The Director General of the board, Dr Pauline Iwuagwu who led the visit, said that they came to identify with the media outfit with the purpose of collaboration in the area of publicity. Dr Iwuagwu explained that most of the activities of the establishment are not well known to the public which she regreted, have led to low patronage from…
Read MoreFubara: You,’ve Fought many Battles, You’re Entering Your Season Of Rest- Ibiyeomie
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, marked the first day of the annual Glory Reign 2025 event, a major power encounter organized by Salvation Ministries. The event, which kicked off on Monday at the church’s headquarters in Port Harcourt, focuses on praise, worship, and healing, with the theme for this year’s gathering being “A New Dawn.” Governor Fubara was accompanied by several dignitaries, including Deputy Governor Prof. Ngozi Odu, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Victor Oko-Jumbo, Chief of Staff to the Governor Dr. Edison Ehie,…
Read MoreObasanjo fingered In Beatrice Ekweremadu’s early freedom from UK prison
Controversial Nigerian journalist, Kemi Olunloyohas alleged that former Nigerian president, Olusegun Obasanjo played a crucial role in securing the release of Beatrice Ekweremadu, wife of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, from a UK prison. TheNewsGuru reported that Beatrice arrived in the country on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and is currently in Abuja. Recall that, a UK court had in May 2023, convicted Beatrice and her husband on charges related to organ harvesting and trafficking. While Ike Ekweremadu received a 10-year sentence, Beatrice was sentenced to six years, despite citing…
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