The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has issued a clarion call for sweeping reforms within the judiciary, lamenting persistent allegations of corruption, judicial delays, and bias that continue to undermine the integrity of the nation’s legal system.Speaking in Abuja on Monday at the opening of the 2025 Hybrid Refresher Course for JudgesContinue reading "CJN Kekere-Ekun Decries Corruption, Bias in Judiciary, Calls for Urgent Reforms to Restore Public Trust"
NAHCON Assures: No Nigerian Pilgrim Will Miss 2025 Hajj Despite Allegations
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all intending Nigerian pilgrims will successfully perform the 2025 Hajj, dispelling allegations of disruptions in the preparation process.Taking to its official X handle, Vanguard Newspaper reported NAHCON’s assurance, with its National Chairman, Prof. Abdullahi Usman, strongly dismissing claims that he wasContinue reading "NAHCON Assures: No Nigerian Pilgrim Will Miss 2025 Hajj Despite Allegations"
Outrage in Anambra: Agunechemba Security Outfit Accused of Killing Three Innocent Workers, Labelling Them Unknown Gunmen
The community of Owerre-Ezukala in Orumba South Local Government Area, Anambra State, has been thrown into mourning and anger following the alleged extrajudicial killing of three innocent workers by the Agunechemba Security Outfit—a government-backed security squad.The slain victims, identified as Malachy Chimaobi Iwuanyanwu and Odinkalu Chinonso from Umueze 1, Ehime Mbano, Imo State, and KosisochukwuContinue reading "Outrage in Anambra: Agunechemba Security Outfit Accused of Killing Three Innocent Workers, Labelling Them Unknown Gunmen"
TERROR ON THE FARM: GUNMEN KIDNAP THREE STUDENTS IN ONDO, DEMAND N15 MILLION RANSOM
In a chilling display of lawlessness, gunmen have abducted three students of the Federal College of Agriculture, Akure, while they were working on a farm near the Akure Airport in Ondo State. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the academic community, occurred at a farm settlement in Oke Oge, Oba-Ile, Akure North Local GovernmentContinue reading "TERROR ON THE FARM: GUNMEN KIDNAP THREE STUDENTS IN ONDO, DEMAND N15 MILLION RANSOM"
Exposed: Edo Lawmaker Accuses Police of Deception, Confirms Ransom Payment for Monarch’s Release
A lawmaker in Edo State has publicly debunked claims by security agencies that they rescued the abducted traditional ruler of Udo-Eguare Kingdom, HRH Friday Ehizojie, revealing instead that a ransom was paid for his release.Hon. Inegbeboh Eugene, representing Igueben Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly, made this shocking revelation on Monday while addressingContinue reading "Exposed: Edo Lawmaker Accuses Police of Deception, Confirms Ransom Payment for Monarch’s Release"
Fury in Court: Nnamdi Kanu Declares Justice Binta Nyako Recused, Blasts Judiciary Over Bias
In a fiery courtroom drama, Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), launched a scathing attack on Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja, accusing her of bias and insisting she had been legally recused from presiding over his trial.Kanu, visibly enraged, condemned the judge’s decision to continueContinue reading "Fury in Court: Nnamdi Kanu Declares Justice Binta Nyako Recused, Blasts Judiciary Over Bias"
IGP Egbetokun Bans Policemen in Mufti from Carrying Guns, Issues Stern Human Rights Warning
In a decisive move to reinforce discipline and professionalism within the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has banned police officers in civilian attire (mufti) from carrying firearms, particularly assault rifles.Announcing the directive, the IGP emphasized that no officer should be seen wielding assault weapons while dressed in anything otherContinue reading "IGP Egbetokun Bans Policemen in Mufti from Carrying Guns, Issues Stern Human Rights Warning"
Kebbi State to Sponsor Grand Mass Wedding for 300 Couples, Offers ₦180,000 Dowry Per Bride
In a bold social intervention move, the Kebbi State Government has announced plans to sponsor a mass wedding ceremony for 300 couples across the state, offering ₦180,000 as bride price for each bride. The event, scheduled for February 27, is aimed at alleviating financial burdens for underprivileged couples and fostering family stability.The initiative, organized inContinue reading "Kebbi State to Sponsor Grand Mass Wedding for 300 Couples, Offers ₦180,000 Dowry Per Bride"
Edo Election Tribunal: Gov. Okpebholo Closes Case After Lone Witness Admits Overvoting
In a dramatic turn at the Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) opted for an unusual legal strategy—calling only one witness before abruptly closing his defence.Okpebholo’s legal team, led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Onyechi Ikpeazu, opened and closed its case on Monday with the testimonyContinue reading "Edo Election Tribunal: Gov. Okpebholo Closes Case After Lone Witness Admits Overvoting"
Terror in the Capital: Gunmen Abduct APC National Secretariat Director, Demand N350 Million Ransom
In a chilling display of lawlessness, gunmen have abducted Dr. Adekunle Raif Adeniji, the Director of Administration at the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Secretariat in Abuja. The high-ranking party official has been held captive for two weeks, with his abductors demanding a staggering N350 million ransom for his release.According to Sahara Reporters, which brokeContinue reading "Terror in the Capital: Gunmen Abduct APC National Secretariat Director, Demand N350 Million Ransom"
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