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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike expressed his dissatisfaction with the state of Nigeria’s judiciary, accusing it of failing to assert its independence. Nyesom Wike, a former governor of Rivers State, noted that while many speak about judicial independence, the judiciary itself has yet to fully embrace and defend this principle. His frustration stems from what he…

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Governor of Rivers State, addressed the ongoing tensions in Rivers State. In a recent interview on Channels Television, the interview focused on various political and legal matters, particularly Simi Fubara’s statement that he would “do anything” to ensure peace in the state. Nyesom…

A Federal High Court in Abuja has declared the Labour Party’s 2024 national convention, held in Nnewi in March, valid and constitutional. The ruling, delivered by Justice Emeka Nwite on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, affirmed that the convention followed all legal protocols and was in line with Nigeria’s laws. This decision brings a significant victory…

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed confidence that it remains unthreatened by the potential alliance between Peter Obi of the Labour Party and Rabiu Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) ahead of the 2027 presidential election. According to Bala Ibrahim, the APC National Publicity Director, the proposed alliance will likely fail,…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made an appeal for peace and order in Rivers State after the last Local council elections held in Rivers State. Rising political tensions have been reported in the region, sparking concerns about the potential for widespread violence. The President’s call comes as reports emerge of arson and explosions, raising fears…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) apprehended a 41-year-old Canadian woman, Adrienne Munju, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos, for attempting to smuggle a significant quantity of synthetic cannabis into Nigeria. Munju, who arrived on a KLM airline flight from Canada, was arrested during the inward clearance process on Thursday, 3rd October…

In a new twist to the ongoing saga involving popular Nigerian crossdresser Bobrisky, social media influencer VeryDarkMan has released a controversial voice recording. The audio clip, which has quickly gone viral, allegedly features Bobrisky in conversation with another man, discussing his issues with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The recording has stirred a…