8 h. ago Group petitions minister over abduction, forced conversion of Christian teenager

A child rights advocacy group, Operation Save Nigerian Children, has petitioned the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, over the alleged abduction and forced conversion of a 16-year-old Christian, Miss Georgia Miracle, in Adamawa State. In the petition signed by the group’s convener, Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho, on Friday, the organisation called for urgent intervention, citing violations Read More

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9 h. ago Umahi Threatens Legal Action Against Businesswoman Who Accused Him Of Unpaid Contracts, Sexual Harassment

The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has dismissed allegations of sexual harassment and non-payment for supply of political campaign materials, made against him by a businesswoman identified as Tracynither Nicolas Ohiri. The Minister has demanded proof of the transaction even as he threatened legal action over the allegations. The Minister disclosed this during his […]

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18 h. ago Protesters Storm Ministry, Demand Suspension Of FUOYE VC Over Alleged Sexual Harassment

Protesters stormed the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja on Thursday, demanding the suspension of Professor Abayomi Fasina as the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE). Carrying placards with various inscriptions such as “Ekiti deserves better”, “Protect our women”, among others, the protesters argued that the VC cannot be in the office while being […]

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19 h. ago Minister denies owing businesswoman N200m, sexual harassment allegations

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has denied owing a businesswoman, Tracynither Ohiri, N200 million for promotional materials she supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign. Umahi denied the allegation on Thursday while fielding questions from journalists during his tour of the Independence Bridge in Lagos. He said, “When I left office and then became a Read More

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5 d. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Reaffirms Support For Matawalle, Condemns Allegations Against Minister

The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, amidst allegations of abuse of office from some quarters. In a statement by Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Deputy President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the group categorically dismissed the claims as not only baseless but […]

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5 d. ago Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears

Tribune Online Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is facing allegations that he plagiarized parts of his 1995 doctoral thesis at Oxford University. As he campaigns for re-election ahead of Canada’s April 28 vote, a National Post report claims he copied sections of his thesis, The Dynamic Advantage of Competition, without proper attribution. The National Post consulted three […] Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears Tribune Online

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1 week ago CUPP Slams AGF Fagbemi Over ‘False’ Pipeline Bombing Allegations Against Fubara

The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), has berated Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, over his allegations that the suspended Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, orchestrated recent militant attacks on pipelines in the state. In a press release jointly signed by High Chief Peter Ameh and Comrade Mark Adebayo, […]

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2 w. ago Fubara failed to restrain militants from vandalising pipelines, says AGF

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, on Wednesday alleged that the now-suspended Governor of Rivers State, Mr Siminalayi Fubara, tele-guided militants to blow up pipelines in the state. Fagbemi made the accusation while defending President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency hours earlier. He said although the Read More

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2 w. ago Anger, rejection follow Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers

Tribune Online Anger, rejection follow Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers The suspended Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, blamed the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, for orchestrating the President’s decision, alleging that Wike frustrated all efforts to peacefully resolve the crisis. Anger, rejection follow Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Alleged fraud: FCT indigenes demand fair hearing for FCDA executive secretary

Tribune Online Alleged fraud: FCT indigenes demand fair hearing for FCDA executive secretary However, a coalition of civil society organizations in the FCT, on Tuesday, claim that the media misrepresented the FCT Minister's utterances at the meeting with stakeholders from Gishiri Village. Alleged fraud: FCT indigenes demand fair hearing for FCDA executive secretary Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Demolition: FCT Minister Berates FCDA Boss Over Alleged Fraud Against Gishiri Residents

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed disapproval towards the Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Engr. Richard Yunana Dauda, for allegedly attempting to defraud persons whose homes were demolished in Gishiri village of Abuja. Approximately 455 individuals, both local residents and others from outside the community, saw […]

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2 w. ago Demolition: Wike slams acting FCDA secretary for allegedly defrauding Gishiri victims

Tribune Online Demolition: Wike slams acting FCDA secretary for allegedly defrauding Gishiri victims The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Monday criticised the acting Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Engr. Yunana Dauda, for an alleged attempt to defraud victims of the demolition at Gishiri village. Demolition: Wike slams acting FCDA secretary for allegedly defrauding Gishiri victims Tribune Online

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2 w. ago We’re addressing concerns on expatriate quota administration— FG

Tribune Online We’re addressing concerns on expatriate quota administration— FG The Federal Government has revealed that it has taken proactive measures to address concerns raised regarding expatriate quota administration in the country. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, stated on Monday in Abuja that the ministry is aware of recent allegations made on national television concerning the administration of expatriate […] We’re addressing concerns on expatriate quota administration— FG Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Ogun govt rescues primary school pupil allegedly sodomised by headmaster

Tribune Online Ogun govt rescues primary school pupil allegedly sodomised by headmaster The Ogun State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has rescued a primary school female pupil who was allegedly sodomized by the school headmaster. Ogun govt rescues primary school pupil allegedly sodomised by headmaster Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Your allegation against me baseless, Malami replies Obasanjo

The immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has denied the allegation of corruption leveled against him by former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Obasanjo, in his newly released book, ‘Nigeria: Past and Future’ alleged that corruption was at its worst under former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, with Malami being Read More

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3 w. ago Christians not targets of insurgency, FG replies US Congress

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has rejected recent reports alleging targeted killings of Christians in Nigeria. The Federal Government described the report as part of a misleading campaign aimed at influencing foreign governments to designate the country as a “Country of Particular Concern” due to violence against Christians. This was contained in a statement signed Read More

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3 w. ago Some people paid money to be appointed Tinubu’s ministers, El

Tribune Online Some people paid money to be appointed Tinubu’s ministers, El-Rufai alleges Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, former Kaduna State governor, has alleged that some people paid money to secure ministerial appointments in the President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Some people paid money to be appointed Tinubu’s ministers, El-Rufai alleges Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Nobody arranged miracle with me, says woman in Zion testimony scandal

A woman at the centre of a controversial false testimony scandal at Zion Prayer Ministry, Loveth Helen, has denied the allegations levelled against her after being taken to court. Helen was arraigned at the Enugu North Magistrate Court on charges of defamation, conspiracy, felony and false pretence. She had claimed that after prayers from Evangelist Read More

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3 w. ago Alleged N138m diversion: Why I honoured EFCC invitation — Uju Kennedy

Tribune Online Alleged N138m diversion: Why I honoured EFCC invitation — Uju Kennedy Former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has broken her silence after being questioned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of diverting ₦138 million during her tenure. In a statement, Kennedy-Ohanenye explained that she willingly honored the EFCC’s invitation on March 6, 2025, and provided comprehensive clarifications on her actions and […] Alleged N138m diversion: Why I honoured EFCC invitation — Uju Kennedy Tribune Online

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4 w. ago APC Chieftain wants Ganduje to sanction minister over alleged anti

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Abia State, Chief William Nwanguma has petitioned the national chairman of the party, Abdullahi Ganduje seeking for the sanctioning of the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon Nkeiruka Onyejeocha over alleged anti party activity. In the petition, Nwanguma said he was […] The post APC Chieftain wants Ganduje to sanction minister over alleged anti-party activities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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