The Federal High Court of Nigeria has clarified that no judge on its bench stepped down from the trial of Biafra nation agitator Nnamdi Kanu on terrorism charges. The court also denied the claim attributed to its Chief Judge, John Tsoho, that Kanu’s arrest and detention were illegal. In a statement on Tuesday in Abuja,…
The wife of the Abia State governor, Mrs Priscilla Otti, and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intervened in the case of Miss Glory Benjamin, who is suffering from a drug-induced mental health crisis. A press statement from the office of the Governor’s wife on Tuesday stated that Mrs Otti reached out to…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka In furtherance of its ongoing strides and efforts to strengthen security across government institutions, the Anambra State Government, under the leadership of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has taken proactive measures to secure the Jerome Udoji Secretariat Complex, Awka, through the installation of advanced security infrastructure. The interventions, which include…
A Socio-Political Group known as Orlu Progressive Initiative, has advocated for harmonious co-existence among citizens of the South-East geo-political zone, geared towards curtailing the menace of insecurity. The Executive Director of the Group Mr Ikechukwu Nwabueze, made the appeal in Abakaliki the Ebonyi State capital during a South-East peace and stability summit. Nwabueze who is…
Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, Ilorin has convicted and sentenced two Chinese, Yang Chao and Wu Shan Chuan, to prison for illegal mining of solid minerals in Kwara State. They were convicted along with their company, Crius Chemical Nigeria Limited. They were prosecuted on a one-count charge, bordering on dealing with illegal…
The Chairman of the Technical Sub-Committee on Naira-for-Crude Policy, Zacch A. Adedeji, PhD, has reaffirmed that the Naira-based crude sales framework remains intact. Policy Continuity: The initiative ensures crude supply stability for domestic refining and supports the economy. There are no plans to discontinue it. Local Refinery Access: All local refineries remain eligible for crude…
The Honorable Member representing Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. Uchenna Harris Okonkwo, has joined his family, friends, and well-wishers in congratulating his aunt, ACP Onyinye Onwuamaegbu, on her recent and well-deserved promotion to the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police. In his congratulatory remarks, Hon. Okonkwo described ACP Onyinye Onwuamaegbu as a dedicated…
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Tincan Island Port Command on Monday handed over some illicit drugs falsely declared as used vehicles and spare parts worth over N8 billion to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the Port. The Area Controller of the command, Comptroller Frank Onyeka, who handed over the items to the Commander…
President Bola Tinubu has urged heads of sub-nationals and other leaders to continue to strive for a greater Nigeria desired by the citizens. President Tinubu made the plea when he hosted state Governors, members of the Federal Executive Council, Service Chiefs and selected heads of agencies to Iftar, the breaking of Ramadan fast. Vice President…
The Anambra State First Lady, Dr. Mrs Nonye Soludo has been honoured with “Ugodiya” award by Soludo Women’s Movement, Idemili North chapter. The award was presented in recognition of her significant contributions to the development of the state, including her support for vulnerable children, empowerment programs for women and girls, efforts in the fight against…
