35 h. ago Zamfara PDP Threatens Legal Action Against Gov. Matawalle Over Alleged Defamation

The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced its intention to sue the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, over alleged defamatory remarks made against Governor Dauda Lawal. In a statement released on Friday, June 13, 2025, by its spokesperson Halliru Andi, the PDP said it could no longer tolerate […] The post Zamfara PDP Threatens Legal Action Against Gov. Matawalle Over Alleged Defamation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Zamfara PDP to sue Matawalle over alleged defamation against Gov Lawal

Tribune Online Zamfara PDP to sue Matawalle over alleged defamation against Gov Lawal The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara has resolved to sue the Minister of state for Defence, Hon. Bello Mattawalle for allegedly defaming the character of Governor Dauda Lawal in the state. Zamfara PDP to sue Matawalle over alleged defamation against Gov Lawal Tribune Online

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49 h. ago WINHOMES CEO Seeks Presidential Inquiry Over N250m Investment Demolition

The chief executive officer of WINHOMES Global Services Limited, Engr Stella Okengwu, has called for a presidential inquiry over the demolition of his N250 million investment. Okengwu publicly challenged Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, over what she describes as “false, defamatory and reckless” allegations against her company amid the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway crisis. […]

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52 h. ago ADC Threatens Lawsuit Against Soludo’s N50m Campaign Permit Fee For Governorship Candidates

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has threatened legal action against the Anambra State Government over the imposition of a N50 million campaign permit fee for the upcoming November 8 governorship election. The Anambra State Signage and Advertising Agency (ANSAA) had announced that all governorship candidates must pay the amount to obtain a campaign permit, which […] The post ADC Threatens Lawsuit Against Soludo’s N50m Campaign Permit Fee For Governorship Candidates appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Outbreak of Diphtheria in Edo going beyond expected scope, govt cries out

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State Government, yesterday, expressed worry that the outbreak of Diphtheria in the state is going beyond expected scope as people that have been fully vaccinated have been found to be infected including people beyond age five who are not expected to be infected. This as the Government announced that […] The post Outbreak of Diphtheria in Edo going beyond expected scope, govt cries out appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Court begins hearing of NBM suit against Edo govt over property demolition

From Ben Dunno, Warri The Federal High Court, Benin, has commenced hearing into the case filed by a philanthropic group, Neo-Black Movement (NBM) of Africa, against Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, over alleged unlawful trespass and illegal demolition of its national secretariat, situated at Oba Ewuare II Cultural Centre 7, Arena Way, Amagba, Benin […] The post Court begins hearing of NBM suit against Edo govt over property demolition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Edo Gov’t Threatens Lawsuit Over Alleged Defamation Against Okpebholo, Others

The Edo State Ministry of Justice has sternly warned one Mr. Ogbeide Ifaluyi-Isibor over a social media publication allegedly described as malicious and defamatory against Governor Monday Okpebholo and members of the state executive council. In an official letter dated June 8, 2025, and signed by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Samson […]

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1 week ago Edo Gov’t To Crack Down On Lounges, Clubs Others Without Valid Permits

The Edo State Government has announced clampdown plans on all lounge, club, and outdoor bar owners operating in the state without valid building or development permits. Managing Director of the Edo State Development and Building Control Agency (ESDBCA), Imoisili Darlington Igabali, who made this known on Wednesday, said the exercise has become necessary due to […]

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1 week ago Edo govt assures traditional medicine practitioners of effective collaboration

Tribune Online Edo govt assures traditional medicine practitioners of effective collaboration "In order to work together, we are going to register and accredit Traditional Medicine Practitioners in Edo for easy identification and better working relationships with the state government. Edo govt assures traditional medicine practitioners of effective collaboration Tribune Online

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2 w. ago PDP zonal election: Ajiya threatens lawsuit against party, calls process without INEC a sham

From Idu Jude, Abuja A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Stephen Abraham Ajiya, has threatened to sue the party over what he described as a shambolic North Central Zonal Congress held in Jos, Plateau State, on Saturday, May 24. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, May 27, Ajiya noted […] The post PDP zonal election: Ajiya threatens lawsuit against party, calls process without INEC a sham appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Edo community protests destruction of farm crops, seeks Oba, govt interventions

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin As the nation grapples with acute food shortage, the inhabitants of Ekole Community in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State have raised concerns over the alleged destruction of their farmlands by one Monday Igbinoba. The inhabitants of the community, in their numbers, protested at the premises of the […] The post Edo community protests destruction of farm crops, seeks Oba, govt interventions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Natasha Vows To Defend Self In Court Over Alleged Defamatory Comments Against Akpabio

Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has declared her readiness to confront legal proceedings in the charges filed against her by Senate President Godswill Akpabio before a Federal High Court with due diligence and respect for the rule of law. This followed a formal notice from the Federal High Court in Abuja, informing the Senator […]

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3 w. ago Akpabio, Yahaya Bello To Testify As FG Sues Senator Natasha Over Alleged Defamation

The Federal Government has filed a lawsuit against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central over alleged defamatory remarks made during a live television appearance on Wednesday. The suit, marked CR/297/25, was filed on May 16, 2025, at the Federal Capital Territory High Court. According to court documents, Akpoti-Uduaghan is accused of violating Section 391 of […] The post Akpabio, Yahaya Bello To Testify As FG Sues Senator Natasha Over Alleged Defamation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Natasha faces criminal defamation for Akpabio/Bello assassination claim

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The federal government has charged Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan with criminal defamation for alleging on national television that Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello plotted to assassinate her. The case, marked CR/297/2025, was filed on May 16, 2025, before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, […] The post Natasha faces criminal defamation for Akpabio/Bello assassination claim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago FG files criminal charges against Senator Natasha over alleged defamation

Tribune Online FG files criminal charges against Senator Natasha over alleged defamation One of the charges is linked to the allegations Akpoti-Uduaghan made during a live broadcast on Channels Television FG files criminal charges against Senator Natasha over alleged defamation Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Edo govt assures of Justice, equity in fight against cultism

Tribune Online Edo govt assures of Justice, equity in fight against cultism Edo State Government on Tuesday assured that it would ensure justice, equity, and fairness in its war against cultism and other violent crimes in the state. Edo govt assures of Justice, equity in fight against cultism Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Idahosa assures Red Cross of govt’s collaboration, support in Edo

Tribune Online Idahosa assures Red Cross of govt’s collaboration, support in Edo The Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on Tuesday assured the Red Cross Society of the Edo State Government's support and collaboration to enhance their sustainability and outreach efforts. Idahosa assures Red Cross of govt’s collaboration, support in Edo Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Natasha Petitions IGP To Probe Akpabio, Duru Over Alleged Defamation, Blackmail

The suspended Senator for Kogi Central District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has submitted a petition to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, requesting an investigation of the Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Facebook influencer Sandra Duru, who is commonly referred to as ‘Prof. Mgbeke’, over what her lawyers described as serial blackmail and defamation. The […]

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last month Edo govt approves renovation of burnt Oba Market after years of abandonment

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Government has approved the renovation of the burnt Oba market in fulfilment of campaign promises made by Governor Monday Okpebholo. Commissioner for Information and Communications, Paul Ohonbamu, who announced this shortly after the State Executive Council meeting presided over by the governor explained that during the electioneering, Okpebholo promised […] The post Edo govt approves renovation of burnt Oba Market after years of abandonment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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