47 m. ago Senator Natasha condemns brutal killing of 16 travellers in Edo

…calls for apprehension of perpetrators Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central, PDP) has condemned the brutal killing of 16 innocent travellers from Northern Nigeria in Edo, describing it as a “devastating act” that warrants swift condemnation and action. “The brutal killing of 16 hunters in Edo state is not only inhumane but a grave violation of […] The post Senator Natasha condemns brutal killing of 16 travellers in Edo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago CSOs unveil situation room to monitor Natasha’s recall process

A coalition of Civil Society Organisations has established a situation room to oversee the ongoing recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District. On Wednesday, INEC notified Akpoti-Uduaghan that the deficiencies in the petitioners’ contact details—initially rejected a day earlier for lacking addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses—had been rectified. This Read More

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2 h. ago Kaduna Central Senator Cautions Against Reprisal Over Edo Killings

The lawmaker representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Lawal Usman has cautioned against reprisal while strongly condemning the unwarranted killing of some travellers from the Northern part of the country in Uromi, Edo State. Senator Usman called on the Federal Government, the Edo State Government and security agencies “to conduct a […]

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3 h. ago My Husband Missing, Making Wrong Accusations Againt Fubara Under Duress – Ex

Florence Nwaeke, wife of Rivers State’s former Head of Service, George Nwaeke, is frantically searching for her husband after his mysterious disappearance following his resignation. She’s worried for his safety and claims he made serious allegations against Governor Siminalayi Fubara under duress. Emotional and concerned, Mrs. Nwaeke appealed to Nigerians and others for help in […] The post My Husband Missing, Making Wrong Accusations Againt Fubara Under Duress – Ex-Rivers HoS’s Wife appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Kano govt condemns killing of 16 Kano bound travellers in Edo State

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano    The Kano State government expresses its deepest sympathy for the families and friends of the victims involved in the tragic incident in Uromi, Edo State.   A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya said , “The brutal killing, which claimed the lives […] The post Kano govt condemns killing of 16 Kano bound travellers in Edo State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago My knight in shinning amour, Remi Tinubu hails husband at 73

Tribune Online My knight in shinning amour, Remi Tinubu hails husband at 73 Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, has shared a heartfelt message to celebrate her husband, President Bola Tinubu, on his 73rd birthday. My knight in shinning amour, Remi Tinubu hails husband at 73 Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Fubara: I’m not kidnapped; my wife misled, reading script— Ex

Tribune Online Fubara: I’m not kidnapped; my wife misled, reading script— Ex-Rivers HoS, Nwaeke “When I was Head of Service, my wife was not involved in my official duties. That script she read is null and void. I am safe and sound. I will report myself to the appropriate security agencies because Abuja houses their headquarters, and I feel safer making my report here.” Fubara: I’m not kidnapped; my wife misled, reading script— Ex-Rivers HoS, Nwaeke Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Kaduna lawmaker condemns Edo travellers’ killing, demands justice  

The lawmaker representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Lawal Usman, has strongly condemned the killing of some travellers from the Northern part of the country in Uromi, Edo State. Feeling distraught by the gruesome incident, the lawmaker called on the Federal Government, the Edo State Government and security agencies “to conduct Read More

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4 h. ago Edo South constituents begin recall of Senator Imasuen, allege corruption

The constituents of Edo South Senatorial District and the Human Rights Community, on Friday, said they have lost confidence in the Senator representing the Area, Senator Neda Imasuen, over alleged failure, corruption, abuse of office and betrayal of public trust. The constituents said it has formally initiated the recall of the Labour Party Senator and Read More

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5 h. ago Natasha’s recall: CSOs open situation room to monitor exercise, commend INEC

Tribune Online Natasha’s recall: CSOs open situation room to monitor exercise, commend INEC A coalition of fifteen Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has set up a situation room to monitor the ongoing process to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, as initiated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Natasha’s recall: CSOs open situation room to monitor exercise, commend INEC Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Senator Natasha’s recall: CSOs commend INEC, open situation room

A coalition of fifteen Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has set up a situation room to monitor the ongoing process to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, as initiated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a press statement signed by Mike Femi, the Convener and Lead Partner of the Civil Monitoring […] The post Senator Natasha’s recall: CSOs commend INEC, open situation room appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Soludo congratulates Tinubu at 73, praises his leadership style

The Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his 73rd birthday. In his message, Soludo described Tinubu’s birthday as a time to celebrate a life dedicated to service, vision and national progress. He noted that Tinubu’s leadership, built on political experience, strategic thinking and patriotism, continues to inspire hope Read More

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6 h. ago Anambra Police Arrest 10 Suspects, Rescue Four Kidnapped Victims

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects for various crimes and rescued four kidnapped victims. Ikioye Orutugu, the state Commissioner of Police, made the statement while briefing journalists at the command’s headquarters in Awka on Friday. He stated that the rescued victims included a Catholic reverend father, Stephen Echezona, who was kidnapped at […] The post Anambra Police Arrest 10 Suspects, Rescue Four Kidnapped Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Atiku’s Claims On EFCC, Lagos Dealings Unfounded – Presidency

The Presidency has described as baseless and misleading, recent claims by former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, alleging that he was under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over financial transactions linked to Lagos State. In a statement issued yesterday by the special adviser to the president on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, […]

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7 h. ago Tinubu, Northern Govs, Barau Condemn Killing Of Travellers In Edo

President Bola Tinubu, the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and deputy Senate president Barau I. Jibril have condemned the killing of some travellers of northern extraction at Udune Efandion community of Uromi in Edo State y. The president who expressed shock at the act in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga directed the police […]

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8 h. ago Recall: Natasha’s Lawyers Rewrite INEC, Demand Proper Service

The counsel to the lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has for the second time written the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), demanding that his client be served through the J.S Okutepa SAN &Co. with the petition, seeking her recall and all supporting documents. In a letter dated March 28, 2025, addressed to […]

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8 h. ago Emergency Rule: Tinubu Saved Rivers From Anarchy – Fubara’s Ex

Former head of service in Rivers State, Dr. George Nweke, has revealed that the decision of President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in the state saved it from anarchy. Addressing journalists in Port Harcourt yesterday, Nweke stated that he was neither sacked nor pressured to resign. He thanked Tinubu for his swift […]

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8 h. ago Bandits Kill 17 Customs, Police Personnel, Mourners In Kebbi, Zamfara, Plateau

Suspected bandits have killed about 17 persons including Customs, Police personnel and mourners in Kebbi, Zamfara and Plateau states. In the Kebbi incident, the bandits suspected to be members of Lakurawa group, killed two officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and a local at Bachaka border in Argungu local government area of Kebbi State. […]

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9 h. ago Chris Anyanwu sues Ohakim, Vintage Press over alleged defamation

…Demands over N550m damages Senior journalist, publisher, author, and politician, Senator Chris Anyanwu, who represented Imo East senatorial district in the National Assembly from 2007 to 2015, has dragged a former governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, to the Federal High Court, sitting in Abuja, over an alleged defamation of her character. Anyanwu, who is […] The post Chris Anyanwu sues Ohakim, Vintage Press over alleged defamation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Natasha recall: Senator petitions IG, Kogi CP as kinsmen tackle INEC

The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, over alleged forgery of signatures. Saturday PUNCH gathered that the petitions were submitted to the IG and the police commissioner on Friday afternoon. Some members of Akpoti-Uduaghan’s constituents, led by one Read More

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