52 h. ago Appointments followed federal character principle, FG denies bias

The Federal Government, on Friday, dismissed allegations of bias in the composition of federal appointments. PUNCH Online reports that the government stated this to counter the narrative about Tinubu’s alleged lopsided appointments, which was brought to the public by the Senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume. In a recent interview with Arise Television, Ndume, an Read More

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62 h. ago Ijaw protesters storm INEC over Warri constituency delineation

Hundreds of Ijaw protesters on Thursday marched to the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Abuja over the recent ward delineation in the Warri Federal Constituency of Delta State. The protesters, made up of elders and youths from the Gbaramatu, Egbema, Diebiri, and Isaba communities, said they were in Abuja to register their Read More

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3 d. ago Ward delineation: Itsekiri leader accuses INEC of bias, alleges pro

The Secretary of the Itsekiri Leaders of Thought, Sunny Amorighoye, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission of abandoning its constitutional responsibilities and aligning with what he described as an “Ijaw script.” Amorighoye made the allegation during a live appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, on Thursday. He claimed INEC’s recent actions were not guided Read More

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3 d. ago No final decision yet – INEC addresses Warri ward delineation crisis

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has responded to protests over its recent field report on ward and polling unit delineation in Warri Federal Constituency. In a statement on Thursday, National Commissioner Sam Olumekun said people have misunderstood the process. INEC’s report follows a Supreme Court ruling on 2 December […] The post No final decision yet – INEC addresses Warri ward delineation crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Itsekiris Stop Shell Operations Over INEC’s Ward Delineation

The Itsekiri people of Ugborodo have shut down operations at the Ogidigben Flow Station, a major Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) facility, in protest against over-ward delineation in Delta state. They described it as a “blatant and unlawful” attempt by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to disenfranchise their ethnic group. The protest, which unfolded […]

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3 d. ago Warri: Shell operations disrupted as Itsekiri protests INEC ward delineation

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Protests over the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) recent ward and polling unit delineation have rocked Warri, Delta State. The unrest began on Tuesday in Ogidigben and led to the shutdown of a Shell Petroleum Development Company flow station near Ugborodo. Itsekiri protesters, including community leaders and youths from across […] The post Warri: Shell operations disrupted as Itsekiri protests INEC ward delineation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago “Avoid Being Used As Sacrifice To North, Boycott Army Recruitment” – IPOB Tells South East Youths

Indigenous People of Biafra has warned South-East youths against joining Nigerian Army in fighting terrorists in the northern part of the country. The group alleged that Nigerian military has historically exhibited ethnic bias, often sending recruits from the South to dangerous zones dominated by terrorist groups such as Boko Haram and bandits. In a statement […] The post “Avoid Being Used As Sacrifice To North, Boycott Army Recruitment” – IPOB Tells South East Youths appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Itsekiri group rejects INEC’s ward delineation, threatens legal action

The Itsekiri Nation has rejected the proposed ward delineation report released by the Independent National Electoral Commission in Delta State, warning that it will challenge the exercise in court if implemented. Secretary of the Itsekiri Leaders of Thought, Mr Amorighoye Mene, made this known during a press conference on Sunday in Asaba, alongside other members Read More

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7 d. ago Itsekiri Leaders Reject INEC Wards Delineation In Warri Constituency

A group, Itsekiri Leaders of Thought in Warri, Delta State has kicked against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) proposed ward delineation report in the state. Sir Amorighoye Mene, the group’s secretary, who addressed newsmen yesterday in Asaba, said they would challenge INEC on the delineation in the Warri Federal Constituency. The News Agency of […]

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2 w. ago Judge recuses self from Natasha’s suit against Akpabio, others

Justice Obiora Egwuatu of a Federal High Court in Abuja has recused himself from the suit filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and others, to stop her investigation over alleged misconduct. Justice Egwuatu announced his withdrawal over allegations of bias levelled against the court by the 3rd defendant (Akpabio) in […] The post Judge recuses self from Natasha’s suit against Akpabio, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Alleged Sexual Harassment: Justice Egwuatu Withdraws From Natasha’s Case Against Senator Akpabio

Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court Abuja has stepped down from the case filed by Senator Representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that at the proceedings on Tuesday, Justice Egwuatu announced his decision to withdraw from the matter after the usual court appearances. He cited the allegation of bias from […] The post Alleged Sexual Harassment: Justice Egwuatu Withdraws From Natasha’s Case Against Senator Akpabio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago BREAKING: Judge Withdraws From Natasha’s Case Over Allegation Of Bias By Akpabio

Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has recused himself from the case filed by the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. During proceedings on Tuesday, Justice Egwuatu, after Counsels in the matter announced their appearances, announced his decision to withdraw from the matter. The presiding Judge cited the […]

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2 w. ago Warring Osun communities allege soldiers’ bias, seek IDP camps

As the violent clash between Ilobu and Ifon communities of Osun State continued into Sunday, spilling over into Erin Osun, the state government has been urged to open an Internally Displaced Persons camps for victims. This was as the Erin Osun Progressive Union accused the soldiers deployed on peace mission of taking sides. What initially Read More

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