PORT HARCOURT – Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has acknowledged the Supreme Court ruling affirming Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule and 26 others as valid members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, signaling a significant shift in the state’s ongoing political crisis. In a statement released by Joe Johnson, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Fubara said he has taken note of the Supreme Court judgment regarding state funds and the administration of local governments in Rivers. “At this time, we are awaiting a detailed briefing on the implications of the…
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P-Square’s Brother Jude Okoye Remanded After Pleading “Not Guilty” In Alleged N1.3bn Fraud Case
Rich Nigerian, Jude Okoye has been remanded in Ikoyi Correctional Centre following his arrangement by the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) on charges of laundering laundering to the tune of N1.38billion, $ 1 million and £34, 537.59 .Jude is the elder brother and former manager of Paul and Peter Okoye of the defunct music group, P-Square. He was arraigned alongside his company, Northside Music Ltd, before Justice Alexander Owoeye of the Federal High Court, Lagos, on a seven-count charge. One of charges against him read: “That you, Jude Okoye…
Read MoreEducational Philanthropy: Nworisa Sponsors 130 Students For JAMB Registration In Owerre Nkwoji Community In Nkwerre LGA.
The Owerre Nkwoji Community has witnessed a significant boost in educational development, thanks to the tireless efforts of Barr. Uchenna Alaoma, President General of Owerre Nkwoji Town Union. In line with this vision, Nze Reginald Nworisa, Nze Di oha nma 1 of Owerre Nkwoji Autonomous Community, has generously sponsored the JAMB registration fees of 130 students from Owerre Nkwoji Community. This philanthropic gesture was announced by the Education Committee of Owerre Nkwoji Town Union, established by Barr. Uchenna Alaoma to promote educational excellence in the community. A According to Dr.…
Read MoreCourt Grants Bail To Former NHIS Boss, Usman Yusuf
Yusuf was arraigned on five counts of corruption, including embezzlement, abuse of office, and the unlawful award of contracts. Professor Usman Yusuf, the former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), has been granted bail by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja. Yusuf is facing multiple corruption charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The ruling was delivered by Justice Chinyere Nwecheonwu on Thursday morning, though details of the bail conditions remain undisclosed. Yusuf was arraigned on five counts of corruption, including…
Read MoreFamily Accuses Ecobank staff In Owerri Of Allegedly Aiding, Abetting Fraudulent Withdrawal of Over N4m From Deceased’s Bank Account.
…Seeks legal redress The family of late Ezeoti Nnamdi Benjamin, who hails from Ibollo Oraifite in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State has accused the management and staff of Ecobank Nigeria Plc of complicity in the alleged withdrawal of N4million from the deceased’s account less than twenty four hours after his demise on August 20, 2017. The family made the revelation in a letter written by their lawyers, Awuka Okafor and company, dated August, 31, 2017 and addressed to the Branch Manager, Ecobank PLC, Douglas Road, Owerri. The…
Read MoreImo Under 25 Athletes To Compete In Niger Delta Maiden Sports Festival.
By Onyinyechi Nwankwo. Not less than 600 under-25 athletes drawn from the 27 Local Government Areas of Imo State will be representing the State at the Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF), billed to hold on 1st to 8th April 2025, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The festival being organized by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in partnership with Dunanis Icon Limited, as consultant, will be bringing together over 3,000 athletes, 600 coaches and 300 media practitioners from the nine NDDC mandate states, which are Imo, Abia, Rivers, Edo,…
Read MoreSubsidy Removal: I Can Beat My Chest, States Now Receive Huge Allocations,Gov’s Must Do More Effective Projects, Developments–Tinubu.
President Bola Tinubu says allocations to states have tripled since following his removal of petrol subsidy. The president also assured Nigerians that his administration remains steadfast in its commitment to national progress, despite ongoing criticism from opposition voices. Tinubu stated this while addressing members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Caucus at the State House Conference Center in Abuja on Tuesday night. The President emphasised that his government iwas focused on delivering tangible results rather than engaging in political distractions. He acknowledged that the implementation of certain economic…
Read MoreOkigwe Senate: Ndubueze’s SA Media Resign , Says He Owes Me Arrears
The Senator Representing Imo North. Suite 2.24 National Assembly Complex Three Arms Zone, Abuja. LETTER OF RESIGNATION In reference to the above referenced subject matter I write to tender my resignation as your Special Adviser on Media and Publicity. It has been an immense pleasure working with you in furtherance to your mandate of providing outstanding representation to the people of Imo North. However, in view of prevailing circumstances, in addition to my personal reservations, some of which include • My outstanding salary of seven months dating from June 2023-December…
Read MoreI Executed the Soldiers Who Came to Kîll Me: How IBB Escaped Death in a Deadly Coup
According to the report from the Sun. Former military president General Ibrahim Babangida has finally opened up about the terrifying 1990 Gideon Orkar coup attempt in his newly released memoir, A Journey in Service. Launched on February 20, 2025, in Abuja, the book details the dramatic events of April 22, 1990, when a group of rebellious soldiers tried to overthrow his government and remove five northern states from Nigeria. Babangida described the attack as a “rude surprise,” revealing that his wife was the first to notice unusual military movements at…
Read MoreHuman Rights’ Activist, Sam Amadi Advises South East Governors On Good Governance .
A human Rights Activist and former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission ,NERC , Dr. Sam Amadi, has advised South-East governors to always upgrade the standard of their leadership towards ensuring a good governance. Amadi, who made this case while addressing journalists, in Owerri, Monday, February 25, also enjoined Abia, Anambra, Enugu, Ebonyi and Imo state governors to think of a better transition after their administrations. He advised Imo state Governor,Sen. Hope Uzodinma to produce a good successor that would continue with his legacy., saying he has…
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