In an outrageous turn of events today, an NTA correspondent covering the live broadcast of the budget presentation was arrested after defying a security directive to halt the stream. The incident unfolded when the Governor’s security aides, accompanied by his hype men, demanded that all media outlets shut down their coverage and surrender their cameras. But, in what can only be described as a last-ditch effort to maintain transparency, the NTA correspondent continued the live broadcast, which was later seized upon by PDP loyalists. Truth Live News gathered that the…
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Kanu’s Release Won’t Jeopardize Your 2027 Vice Presidential Ambition, AVID Tells S’East Govs
…Calls for pressure on Tinubu By Steve Oko American Military Veterans of Igbo Descent, AVID, has urged South East Governors to get serious with efforts to secure the release of the detained Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, assuring them that contrary to their fears, Kanu’s release would not jeopardize their vice presidential ambition in 2027. AVID in an open letter signed by its President, Dr Sylvester Onyia; and Secretary, Dr Godson Obiagwu, said urged South East leaders to quickly engage President Bola Ahmed Tinubu…
Read MoreMan who got $4m payout after he was ‘wrongly’ jailed of murder to be sent back to jail after admitting another killing
A Philadelphia man who received a $4.1million settlement from city officials after he served 24 years behind bars for a murder he did not commit is sent back to jail. Shaurn Thomas, now 50, pleaded guilty in court on Thursday to killing 38-year-old Akeem Edwards on January 3, 2023, over a $1,200 drug debt, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports. The judge at the plea hearing appeared shocked that a man who received millions in settlement money after spending nearly half his life in prison would risk being sent back over a…
Read MoreCourt Sends Yahaya Bello To Kuje Prison
The Federal Capital Territory High Court, on Tuesday, remanded the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, in Kuje Correctional Centre, pending hearing of his bail application. Justice Maryann Anenih also adjourned hearing in the N110 billion money laundering case brought against Bello by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to January 29 and 30 and February 25 and 27, 2027, for hearing. The judge had earlier refused to grant a bail application filed by the former governor, saying it was filed prematurely. Justice Anenih, while delivering the…
Read MorePeter Obi: I’m Not An Obidient Anymore He Disappointed – Donu Kogbara
In an interview with Arise News From 4:30, Donu Kogbara expressed her disenchantment with the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, whom she once supported. She admitted to no longer aligning with the “Obidient” movement, citing Obi’s lack of visible political aggression and a failure to act as a formidable opposition voice. For Kogbara, this shortfall is particularly disappointing given the mounting challenges in Nigeria, including inflation, hunger, and economic instability, which she feels deserve strong and relentless criticism from opposition figures like Obi. Kogbara acknowledged one positive aspect of President Bola…
Read MoreBiafra: Nnamdi Kanu won’t compromise, can’t be used for 2027 – Kanunta
Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu will not shift from his earlier push against the marginalization of the South-East region even if he is released from detention, his brother, Kanunta told DAILY POST. This is also as he advised the Federal Government against using Kanu’s release for the 2027 presidential election campaign. Kanunta, who spoke exclusively to our correspondent, also commented on the arrest of the self-acclaimed Prime Minister of Biafra Government in Exile, Simon Ekpa. He emphasized that Nnamdi Kanu will continue to press…
Read MoreCBN Releases Telephone Numbers For Reporting Cash Scarcity At ATMs
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced dedicated phone numbers and email addresses for Nigerians to report issues with accessing cash at bank branches or ATMs. This measure is part of ongoing efforts to improve cash availability across the country. The CBN recently instructed banks to ensure cash is easily accessible through ATMs and over-the-counter transactions. Banks that fail to comply with this directive risk facing penalties. To help monitor and address these issues, the apex bank has set up reporting channels for customers to share their experiences. Customers…
Read MoreDSM Holds Convention DEC 5
The annual four day convention of the Divine Solution Mission DSM started, Thursday December 5, 2024 to end December 8. The Obinze branch of the church at Umuoshigo Umuanunu Obinze in Owerri west Local Government Area ,Imo State hosts this years convention. ln a release from the General Overseer of the church, Apostle Emmanuel Iwu, the Thursday event which marks the beginning of the convention would be ushered in by night of praise at 8 p:m, The Friday and Saturday programs will start by 5pm respectively while the grand…
Read MoreBianca Ojukwu Rejects APC Membership, Stays Committed to APGA Despite Ministerial Role
Bianca Ojukwu has reiterated her commitment to the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), confirming that she remains a member of the party despite her recent appointment as a minister by President Bola Tinubu. This affirmation was made by APGA National Chairman, Sly Ezeokenwa, in an interview on Channels Television on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Ezeokenwa expressed gratitude for the ministerial appointment, saying, “I commend the president for that appointment. Bianca Ojukwu remains a loyal member of APGA. She is still part of the party’s Board of Trustees and has not…
Read MoreDimkpasaa Goes Home Dec, 7
The remains of Chief Sir Ejike Uche, popularly called Dimkpasaa, 72, a former Deputy National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and later, the Deputy National Chairman of the United Progressive Party (UPP) will be laid to rest in his Ndimoko, Arondizuogu country home by 1pm on December 6, 2024. A burial arrangement released by his family indicates that there will be a wakekeep at his residence, Plot 846, Uratta Housing Estate, Owerri, the Imo state capital on December, 5, 2024. His body will leave the mortuary by…
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