The Supreme Court has barred governors from dissolving democratically elected Local Government (LG) councils in the country. The apex court, in a landmark judgement on Thursday, said doing so, would amount to a breach of the 1999 Constitution. In the suit filed by the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), the Federal Government sought an…
Nollywood actress, Joke Silva, has celebrated her husband, actor Olu Jacobs, who turned 82 today. Taking to her Instagram page to celebrate the legendary movie star, Silva, wished him “an amazing year ahead.” She wrote, “82 just like that… Agba ko ni nira l’agbara Jesu… Sir J of life @_olujacobs.” When translated in English it…
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the release of skit maker and prankster, Zion Ubani, popularly known as Zfancy. This follows his arrest by the NPF-National Cybercrime Centre on July 4, in Abuja over prank videos that falsely accused him of serious crimes, including rape. In an update on Wednesday, Force Public Relations Officer, ACP…
The Supreme Court, on Thursday, has granted financial autonomy to Local Government ruling that it is unconstitutional for state governors to hold onto funds meant for Local Government (LG) administrations. In its lead judgement read by Justice Emmanuel Agim, the apex court observed that the state governments’ refusal of financial autonomy for local governments has…
The Delta State Police Command has warned against meting out jungle justice to suspected criminals. The command’s spokesperson, SP Edafe Bright, disclosed this in a post on X.om on Wednesday. Edafe stated that the police will not accept brutalised suspects, and those responsible for such acts will face murder charges if the victim dies. He…
German club Bayern Munich have signed Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha on a four-year-year contract until June 2028 for £42.3m, plus £4.2m in add-ons. The 28-year-old Portugal international joins the Bundesliga club a year after their initial deal to sign him collapsed. “This is one of the happiest days of my life,” Palhinha told the club’s…
The Transition Committee Chairman Of Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Hon Stanley Nkwoka has called for collective efforts towards friendly environment and progressive society. Nkwoka while assuming office at the council headquarters in Ogidi said his focus would be towards reclaiming the environment through robust advocacy for residents to maintain clean environment…
Ohaozara, Ebonyi State – The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ohaozara LGA has reaffirmed its commitment to the party, demonstrating uncommon solidarity amidst supporters during The State APC Rally held in Ohaozara. The event, which took place yesterday, saw party leaders and stakeholders gathered to show support for the APC and its candidates in the…
A former federal lawmaker Hon. Benjamin Obidigwe has called for the establishment of at least thirty (30) Internally Displaced People’s camp in the state ahead of the looming flood disaster in Anambra state. This is coming as The National Metrological Agency had announced the impending flood disaster across major states in the federation that are…
The Magistrate Court 4 Holding At Atani, Ogbaru Magistrate District has issued a Warrant of Arrest for the arrest of an Anglican priest, Rev Ossy Molokwu Rtd who was accused of Double selling four plots of Land but absconded from the court premises to evade being incarcerated after the Magistrate court delivered his judgement and…
