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Tinubu Distorting Democracy, Weaponising Judiciary- AD Chieftain
The founding National Secretary of the Alliance for Democracy, Prof Udenta Udenta, on Thursday, accused the Bola Tinubu Presidency of dismantling democratic values and weaponing the judiciary, and the 1999 Constitution (as amended) against Nigerians. Prof Udenta, a distinguished fellow of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, said the suspension of Governor Siminalayi…
2027: ‘’I Will Frustrate Your Ambition Again’’- Wike Replies Atiku
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday declared that he would ensure that former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, fails in his push for the presidency. Speaking through his media aide, Lere Olayinka, Wike said he has no regret that Atiku refused to pick him as his running mate…
More Troubles Mount On Natasha As Constituents Reignite Recall Process
Thousands of Kogi Central constituents have backed the ongoing recall process for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, saying no amount of falsehood and propaganda can derail the move. The constituents noted that it had become clear that her being in the Senate was an error, stressing that they were determined to correct the mistake. A group of…
Kano Emirship Sets For Final Verdict As Appeal Court Returns Case To Apex Court
The Court of Appeal, Abuja, has directed all interested parties in the Kano Emirship tussle, to exercise caution pending the hearing of their appeals at the Supreme Court. The appellate court also stayed actions previously delivered against the reinstatement of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano. In a unanimous ruling delivered by…
Bill To Remove Immunity Enjoyed By VP, Govs Scales Second Reading
Forty-two constitutional amendment bills on Wednesday scaled second reading in the House of Representatives. Among the bills was the one to remove the immunity conferred on the vice president, governors, and their deputies to curb corruption, eradicate impunity, and enhance accountability in public office. This followed 39 constitutional amendment bills that scaled second reading in…
BREAKING: Judge Recuses Self from Natasha’s Case, Cites Akpabio’s Petition
Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja recused himself on Tuesday from hearing the case filed by suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. His decision followed a petition from Senate President Godswill Akpabio, challenging his impartiality in the matter. Although the suit was scheduled for hearing, Justice Egwuatu announced his withdrawal in…
After 65 Years of Independence, Bishop Kukah Says Nigeria’s Democracy is Work in Progress
After 65 years of independence, Bishop Matthew Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto described Nigeria’s democracy as a “work in progress” amid strong criticisms from former President Olusegun Obasanjo and ex-Governor Peter Obi over the state of democratic governance in the country. Speaking on Monday in Abuja at a colloquium marking the 60th birthday…
Fubara: Nigerian Democracy Has Been Knocked Down – Peter Obi
Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has expressed concerns that Nigeria’s democracy is deteriorating. Obi’s remarks follow the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Speaking on Monday at the 60th birthday colloquium of former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha, Obi recalled how the presidency…
Natasha Denies Apology Report, Insists On Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio
Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has insisted on sexual harassment allegation against Senate President, Godswill Obot Akpabio. She said pressure is being mounted on her from various quarters to tender an apology but said she will never succumb as she looks forward to expose and prove her claims. In a statement she…
12 Inmates Escape In Kogi Jailbreak
Twelve inmates have escaped in a jail break in the early hours of Monday in Kogi State. Kogi State Government confirmed this in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Femi Fanwo. He commended the swift response of security agencies to the jailbreak at the Federal Correctional Center in Kotonkarfe, where…