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17May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Teacher placed in custody for suspected defilement of pupil

In Yola, a 37-year-old teacher named Adamu Ayuba has been ordered by a Jimeta Chief Magistrates’ Court to be remanded in a correctional facility for allegedly defiling a seven-year-old pupil. The charge against Ayuba, who resides in Rawani, Jambutu, Yola, is for defilement as per Section 211 of the Penal Code Law of Adamawa State, as brought forward by the Police. Ayuba pleaded not guilty to the accusation, and Chief Magistrate Musa Adamu scheduled the case for further investigation by the police, setting the next hearing for May 29. Chief Magistrate Adamu stated, “The case will reconvene on May 29, allowing ample time for the police to complete their inquiries and submit the case file to the Department of Public Prosecution (DPP) for legal recommendations.” Opening the court proc...

Allegation against PDP and LP on disrupting local government elections

17May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Allegation against PDP and LP on disrupting local government elections

An accusation has been made by the Imo Political Awareness Group, IPAG, claiming that the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and Labour Party, LP, are scheming to disrupt the upcoming local government elections in the state. IPAG represents citizens committed to advancing democracy and good governance in Imo State. In a statement released on Friday by the National convener, Mr. Collins Opurozor expressed concern over recent happenings related to the imminent LG elections and the inflammatory statements coming from certain anti-Imo factions within the opposition PDP and LP. The statement indicated, "The opposition members have been behaving irrationally, moving from one media platform to another, issuing threatening remarks regarding the government's initiative to enhance democra...

Israel Denies Genocide Allegations in Gaza Strip at UN Court

17May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Israel Denies Genocide Allegations in Gaza Strip at UN Court

During proceedings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Israel refuted claims of genocide in the Gaza Strip, asserting that its military actions in Rafah were acts of self-defense. The accusations brought forward by South Africa were dismissed as a distortion of reality by Gilad Noam, the leader of Israel's delegation, at The Hague's Peace Palace. Noam accused South Africa of manipulating international law in a deplorable and deceitful manner. At the conclusion of the session, a disruption occurred when a woman shouted "Liar" at one of Israel’s legal representatives before being escorted out by security personnel. South Africa submitted an urgent plea to the ICJ demanding Israel's withdrawal from the Gaza Strip as part of their genocide claim. The appeal emphasizes the necessit...

Group says opposition parties are aligning to challenge APC in 2027

17May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Group says opposition parties are aligning to challenge APC in 2027

A recent statement from the National Progressive Hub suggests that the reconfiguration of opposition parties and politicians in the nation signals their intention to contest the dominance of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming 2027 elections. Concerns have been raised by the group regarding some individuals within the party who have been critical of the policies and initiatives of the current APC-led administration. Recent interactions have been observed between the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and counterparts from the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, as well as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). According to Bukie Okangbe, the National Coordinator of the group, these meetings among k...

Response from Comedian Sydney Talker regarding Allegations of Being ‘Married’

17May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

Response from Comedian Sydney Talker regarding Allegations of Being ‘Married’

Addressing recent rumors suggesting that he has secretly tied the knot, music executive and content creator, Sydney Talker, has shared his reaction to the speculations.Fans have been sharing images of the comedian alongside a striking woman dressed in suits, claiming that the unidentified individual is his “spouse”. A social media user identified as @Tabeetha_a posted the photos with a caption insinuating, “Sydney Talker and his wife…” In response, Sydney Talker clarified that the reports were false, stating that the woman seen in the images is actually his sister. He expressed, “I am not married. She is my sister.”

Elevation of Judges: Minister’s Wife and CJN’s Daughter-in-Law Among Nominees

17May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Elevation of Judges: Minister’s Wife and CJN’s Daughter-in-Law Among Nominees

Amidst concerns raised by various civil society groups and individuals, Justice Nyesom-Wike Eberechi Suzzette, the wife of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has been recommended by the National Judicial Council (NJC) for elevation to the Court of Appeal. The NJC also nominated Ariwoola Oluwakemi Victoria, the daughter-in-law of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, for a judgeship in the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who is set to retire from the judiciary in August, presided over the NJC meeting where these nominations were made. The NJC, during the meeting, took disciplinary actions against two Judges and issued warnings. Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo was barred from elevation for two years for an abuse of discretionary power, while Justic...

Super Eagles vs Bafana Bafana: Aina prepared for upcoming battle

17May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

Super Eagles vs Bafana Bafana: Aina prepared for upcoming battle

Ola Aina, the Nottingham Forest defender, is eager for Nigeria's upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against South Africa's Bafana Bafana. The Super Eagles will host Hugo Broos' team in a crucial matchday three clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, June 7. This game will mark the debut of the new head coach, Finidi George, as the leader of the Super Eagles. Having drawn their first two games against Lesotho and Zimbabwe, the three-time African champions are still searching for their first win in the qualifiers. Aina emphasized his focus on the upcoming task and expressed his eagerness to welcome the new coach. In his statement reported by News Africa Now, the former Chelsea player said, "My main focus is on winning, pro...

Shehu Sani calls on Federal Government to address minimum wage issue to prevent strikes

17May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Shehu Sani calls on Federal Government to address minimum wage issue to prevent strikes

Addressing the minimum wage matter is crucial in order to avoid labor strikes, former Kaduna lawmaker, Shehu Sani, emphasized in a recent interview with Arise Television monitored by NewsNow. He stressed that increasing the minimum wage is well within the means of the Nigerian federal government. Expressing his concern, Sani questioned how a Nigerian could sustain themselves with less than N100,000, pointing out the impracticality of the government's proposed figures of N45,000-48,000 once various factors are considered. He further stated, “The government must take into consideration the stance of the labor force. It's one thing to agree on raising the minimum wage, but the ability to meet those obligations is equally important. Over the last few years, the government has struggled to...

Doctor and nurses apprehended by police in Kwara for missing placenta

17May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Doctor and nurses apprehended by police in Kwara for missing placenta

Five health workers have been taken into custody by the Kwara State Police Command on suspicion of the mysterious disappearance of the umbilical cord and placenta of a newborn in Oke-Ero local government area. Reports indicate that the incident occurred at the Iloffa cottage hospital last Sunday. According to Daily Trust, the individuals detained in Ilorin for questioning are Dr. Ajibola, along with nurses Rukayat Adeloye, Aishat Awolusi, Peace Alabi, and Toyin Adewunmi, who is a ward attendant. Sources mention that it was the intervention of elders from the Odo-Owa community that prevented angry youths from vandalizing the hospital in response to the incident. Addressing the issue on Friday, the baby's mother, a teacher of English language at Orofa High School, Odo-Owa, identified as ...

APC witnesses defection of Babayemi, Ogunbiyi, and others in Osun

17May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

APC witnesses defection of Babayemi, Ogunbiyi, and others in Osun

In Osun state, notable politicians Dotun Babayemi and Akin Ogunniyi have formally switched allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Babayemi, a former contender for the governorship under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Ogunniyi, who ran for governor on the platform of the Accord Party in the 2022 Osun gubernatorial race, completed their defection to the APC during a public event in Osogbo on Friday. The ceremony took place at the APC secretariat in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, and was attended by a large crowd of supporters and party members who welcomed them to the party. Joining the APC alongside Babayemi and Ogunniyi were former National Deputy Chairman of the PDP, Shuaib Oyedokun, and Faruq Abbas, the Chief of Staff to the Osun House of Assembly Speaker. Pr...