Author: Olumide Akinrinlola
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INEC Fails to Present Witnesses at Edo Election Tribunal
The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has adjourned proceedings to Monday, February 10, allowing the Edo State Governor, Monday Okphebholo, to open his case. This decision came after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) failed to present its witnesses, who were scheduled to testify starting Thursday, February 6. During the proceedings on Thursday, INEC’s…
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Triumph Over Cancer: Betty Akeredolu Anyanwu’s Inspiring Journey of Survival
In a heartfelt post shared on her verified X account, Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, the widow of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, opened up about her profound journey with cancer, intertwining her personal experiences of survival and loss. As the world observed Cancer Day 2025 under the theme “United by Unique,” Betty’s story served as a beacon…
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BREAKING: Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order Nationwide in Landmark Ruling
According to ABC News, a federal judge in Maryland has issued a nationwide preliminary injunction against President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship. U.S. District Judge Deborah Boardman delivered her ruling on Wednesday after hearing arguments from five pregnant undocumented women seeking to block the administration’s Day-1 executive order, which sought to…
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Senate moves to Curb ‘Japa’ Trend as Nigerians Seek Greener Pastures Abroad
The Senate Committee on Diaspora and Non-Governmental Organisations expressed deep concern on Wednesday over the mass migration of Nigerians, popularly known as ‘Japa,’ in search of better opportunities abroad. The committee emphasized the urgent need to address this trend at its inaugural meeting held in the Senate wing of the National Assembly Complex in Abuja.…
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Governor Okpebholo Flags Off Free Malaria Testing, Treatment In Edo
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday, launched a free malaria testing and treatment program, along with the distribution of malaria medications, to combat the disease in the state. The governor was accompanied by his Deputy, Dennis Idahosa; the Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, Edesili Anani Okpebholo; Secretary to the Edo State…
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SOS: House of Reps Urges Action for Ondo’s Vulnerable Coastal Communities
According to Vanguard Newspaper, the House of Representatives has urged the federal government to declare oil-producing coastal communities in Ondo State as disaster zones requiring national emergency intervention. Donald Ojogo, the representative for Ilaje/Ese-Odo Federal Constituency, raised a motion of urgent public importance, emphasizing the need to protect these communities from extinction due to severe…
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Senate reshuffles committees, appoints new chairmen, see list
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, commended lawmakers for their dedication during the 2025 budget defense sessions, highlighting their crucial role in crafting a viable financial plan for the upcoming year. Akpabio made these remarks as the Senate resumed on Tuesday after a two-week recess. In line with President Bola Tinubu’s approval of bills…
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FG Allocates N3.09tn for Major Road Projects, Including Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved funding of at least N3.09 trillion for several road projects across the country, prominently featuring sections of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway and initiatives within the Federal Capital Territory. Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, disclosed this information to State House Correspondents following the first FEC meeting of the year…
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Governor Abiodun Dismisses Claims of Sharia Court Establishment in Ogun
By: Bayero Ade Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has denied allegations that his administration plans to establish a Sharia Court in the state, emphasizing that no such court has been authorized. According to Vanguard, in a statement issued on Tuesday, the Ogun State Government clarified that Sharia courts, which are common in Northern Nigeria, have…
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Nigeria Faces Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania in AFCON 2025 Group C
South Africa is set to face Egypt, led by the iconic Mohamed Salah, while Nigeria, inspired by Ademola Lookman, will take on Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania following the group stage draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held in Rabat on Monday. The tournament, featuring 24 teams, will kick off with hosts Morocco…
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Heartbreak and Healing: Annie Idibia Enters Rehab Amid Separation from 2Baba
Actress Annie Idibia is reportedly seeking treatment at a rehabilitation center following her separation from her husband, the legendary musician 2Baba. Controversial Nigerian journalist Stella Dimoko Korkus broke the news, revealing that Annie is in a “very bad state” and receiving support from close friends, including singer Tiwa Savage and media personality Toke Makinwa. In…
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Again, Bandits Strike in Abuja, Kidnap Family from Their Home
Armed assailants, believed to be kidnappers, have invaded the Chikakore area of Kubwa in the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, abducting a man, his wife, son, and two others from their residence. A local resident reported to our correspondent that approximately 30 kidnappers, armed with AK-47 rifles, stormed the community around midnight…