POLITICS

ARREST OSHIOMHOLE NOW-Obaseki_Ehiabhi Femi

The political crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress in Edo State on Monday took a new twist as Governor Godwin Obaseki called for the arrest of the National Chairman of the party, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole. The request for Oshiomhole's arrest was contained in a petition submitted to the Inspector-General of Police and Director-General of the Department of… Continue reading ARREST OSHIOMHOLE NOW-Obaseki_Ehiabhi Femi

POLITICS · WORLD NEWS

EUROPEAN UNION: UK Exit Officially_Ehiabhi Femi

The UK has officially left the European Union after 47 years of membership - and more than three years after it voted to do so in a referendum. The historic moment, which happened at 23:00 GMT, was marked by both celebrations and anti-Brexit protests. Candlelit vigils were held in Scotland, which voted to stay in… Continue reading EUROPEAN UNION: UK Exit Officially_Ehiabhi Femi

Crime

Suswam in Trouble as EFCC Witness Sings_Ada Nkong

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)’s star witness, on Friday, alleged that Gabriel Suswam, former Governor of Benue State, transferred N3.1 billion  into his account. Mr Abubakar Umar,  an Abuja-based Bureau De Change (BDC) Operator, told Justice Okon Abang at the Federal High Court, Abuja, that the money was transferred through a company, Elixir Investment,… Continue reading Suswam in Trouble as EFCC Witness Sings_Ada Nkong

POLITICS

From the Editorial Team: Conquer the Month

Its February already! Another season of celebration and show of love.The town will soon be red for the Valentine.Already, some are in celebration mode.Ighalo has moved to Manchester united becoming the first Nigerian to attain that feat.The world is still mourning the exit of Bryant Kobe.Trump.continues to face impeachment trial and in China and some… Continue reading From the Editorial Team: Conquer the Month

Crime

EFCC Releases Senator Shehu Sani_Ada Nkong

Reports reaching us say the EFCC has released Sen. Shehu Sani after he met his bail conditions. The former senator has been under EFCC custody for alleged name-dropping and extortion of $24,000. He spent four weeks in the EFCC custody before being released on Thursday.

Judiciary

Malabu Oil Scam: Court Orders Arrest of Dan Etete_Ada Nkong

An Abuja High Court has ordered the arrest of former Minister of Petroleum, Dan Etete, in connection with the Malabu Oil scam. The Prosecutor, Bala Sanga, in an exparte application told the court that the arrest of Mr Etete is key to unearthing the truth about the Malabu oil scam.Justice Idris Kutigi, who granted the… Continue reading Malabu Oil Scam: Court Orders Arrest of Dan Etete_Ada Nkong

POLITICS

Presidency Responds to Abaribe’s Call for President Buhari’s Resignation_Ada Nkong

Following the call by Senate minority leader Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe for President Buhari to resign due to his " inability to tackle insecurity" the Presidency has responded, saying it does not reflect the position of the country.A statement signed by Garba Shehu Senior special assistant media and publicity to the president posed a question, "… Continue reading Presidency Responds to Abaribe’s Call for President Buhari’s Resignation_Ada Nkong

POLITICS

Senate Minority Leader Calls for President Buhari’s Resignation_Ada Nkong

The Minority Leader of the Senate, Enyinnanya Abaribe, has asked President Muhammadu Buhari to resign over his administration's inability to effectively tackle the security challenges bedeviling the country. Abaribe stated this Wednesday while contributing to a motion on the urgent need to restructure, review and reorganize the current security architecture sponsored by the Leader of… Continue reading Senate Minority Leader Calls for President Buhari’s Resignation_Ada Nkong

POLITICS

Cross River Local Government Elections: Stakeholder Laments Imposition of Candidates_Ada Nkong

As the build up to local government elections intensifies in Cross River State, a stakeholder and philanthropist has decried the imposition of candidates on the people.In a publication on his Facebook page, Captain Hart Modey urged the leadership of the parties to consult with relevant stake holders before picking candidates. "Local government administration is a… Continue reading Cross River Local Government Elections: Stakeholder Laments Imposition of Candidates_Ada Nkong