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Victor Giwa, one of the lawyers representing Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has claimed that the Kogi State Government is responsible for sponsoring the recall of the suspended female lawmaker. Giwa, while speaking during an appearance on Channels Television on Tuesday claimed that Charity Omole, one of the aides of Governor Usman Ododo, has been championing the recall of Akpoti-Uduaghan. Giwa said the recall process was politically motivated by the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration in the state against the suspended senator, who is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). “…

Shamsuddeen, son of Bala Mohammed, the Bauchi State Governor has urged Seyi Tinubu not to venture into sharing food items in the Northwest state. The President’s son has been sharing food items for Iftar(breaking of fast) during the ongoing Muslims’ Ramadan in northern part of the country. The gesture is being met with divided opinions, one of which is allegation that the exercise embarked upon by him is a reflection of the economic hardship his father’s administration imposed on the citizenry. Some top northerners have also villified it. Weighing in…

The Da-Amakiri Tubo and Amanyanabo of the Elem Kalabari Kingdom, Asari Dokubo, has made fresh allegations against the Minister of the Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, following alleged plans by the Rivers State sole administrator, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, to announce new Local Government Area (LGA) administrators. Naija News reports that Ibas is planning to announce new council administrators despite the clear constitutional provisions and the recent court ruling, which upheld the autonomy of local governments. The alleged plan to appoint new administrators has raised serious concerns about the erosion of…

The Rivers State Government has announced the resignation of Dr. George Nwaeke as the Head of Service, effective immediately. Dr. Nwaeke’s resignation was accepted by Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd), the Administrator of Rivers State, who appreciated his contributions to the administration during his tenure. Concurrently, the government announced the appointment of Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika as the new Secretary to the Rivers State Government (SSG). Professor Worika’s appointment follows a rigorous selection process that considered his impressive credentials and extensive experience in academia, international legal practice, and high-level…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has reaffirmed his claim that some Nigerian lawmakers received ₦200 million, despite denials from certain members of the National Assembly. Speaking at a public engagement, Obasanjo maintained that some legislators personally admitted to receiving the funds, dismissing any attempts to dispute his statement. He emphasized that his assertion was based on firsthand accounts from lawmakers themselves. “I heard it from their mouths; they told me they got it. If you didn’t get it, then maybe your case is different,” he stated, suggesting that not all beneficiaries…

    By Williams Odunze  The Imo State House Of Assembly has urged the State Governor, Hope Uzodinma to direct the Ministry of Agriculture to source and procure improved and highly yield seedlings for farmers in the State in order to tackle food insecurity. The House reached the resolution following the adoption of the motion moved by the member representing Obowo State Constituency, Kennedy Ibeh , who hinted on the importance of the motion. Presenting the motion on the floor of the House, he said that food insecurity worsens the…