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Protesters on Wednesday flooded the premises of the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja, throwing their support for the Acting National Chairman of the Party, Umar Damagun; and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The protesters, who displayed placards with various inscriptions, pledged support for Wike and Damagun, alleging that some people within the PDP are trying to cause disaffection among the leadership. The protest occurred barely an hour before the meeting of the PDP Governors Forum, and 24 hours before the PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the party, where…
The Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, has paid a solidarity visit to his predecessor, Yahaya Bello, at his Abuja residence despite the heavy presence of armed operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at the ex-governor’s residence. Ododo, who was at Bello’s residence located at Wuse Zone 4 in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), cheered loyalists of the former governor who were present to give support to their embattled principal. Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo arrives at the residence of the former governor of the state Yahaya Bello to the cheer of supporters Eyewitnesses said EFCC officials barricaded the…
Popular Instagram celebrity Pascal Okechukwu also known as Cubana Chief Priest has pleaded not guilty for alleged naira abuse. He pleaded not guilty to the three-count charge filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The socialite was arraigned at the Federal High Court, Lagos before Justice Kehinde Ogundare on Wednesday. The anti-graft commission filed a three-count charge against Cubana Chief Priest accused of abusing the naira at a social event, an act said to be contrary to the provisions of the Central Bank Act of 2007. After he pleaded not guilty, the court granted him bail in…
Playing his dual roles as Akwa Ibom State Governor and a reconciliation Pastor, Governor Umo Eno, this morning, hosted Paramount Rulers drawn from 29 out of the 31 local government areas of the State, to find lasting solutions to the lingering issue arising from the amended Akwa Ibom State Traditional Rulers’ Law, at the State Executive Council Chambers. The Paramount Rulers of Ibeno and Ini Local Government Areas respectively were absent on health grounds. In an athmosphere of peace and unity, the Governor thanked the Paramount Rulers and assured them of his government’s readiness to work with them to find…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a three-count charge against popular Instagram celebrity Pascal Okechukwu also known as Cubana Chief Priest for allegedly spraying and tampering with the naira at a social event contrary to the provisions of the Central Bank Act of 2007. Cubana Chief Priest will be arraigned on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 before Justice Kehinde Ogundare of the Federal High Court, Lagos. Channels Television obtained a copy of the charge which was filed on April 4th by EFFC’s prosecutor Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN) alongside seven other lawyers representing the chairman of the Commission. In Count…
Ifim Ibom Ibibio, the highest traditional institution in Ibibio land has given its backing for the amendment of the Akwa Ibom State Traditional Rulers Law 2023. In a statement, Ifim Ibom Ibibio says its decision to have the law amended without distorting its intended purpose to enhance the prestige of the state traditional institution, is to further strengthen certain areas that will engender goodwill among all traditional rulers. Accordingly, Ifim Ibom Ibibio has raised a memorandum to the State government regarding some areas of the law which attracted contentions – with its views, interests and positions clearly stipulated, including the…
Stakeholders of Oro ethnic nationality of Akwa Ibom State have reaffirmed their support for Pastor Umo Eno. The stakeholders, drawn from the political class, the traditional institution, the academia, youth and women’s organizations, made the declaration, Thursday, at the residence of a former deputy Governor of the State, Sir Etim Okpoyo,in Oron, during a “Thank You “ Visit to the Federal Constituency. While moving a motion for the Vote of Confidence on the Governor, the Chairman, Akwa Ibom State Traditional Rulers Council and Paramount Ruler of Udung Uko Local Government Area, Odidem Bassey Etim Edet said the Governor has demonstrated…
The Edo State government has pulled down security posts around former deputy governor, Philip Shaibu’s house along Aideyan Street, G.R.A, Benin, the Edo State capital. The state commissioner for communication and orientation, Chris Nehikhare who spoke to Newsday on Monday, explained that the security post was not part of Shaibu’s residence. He noted the state government had given the former deputy governor the privilege to enjoy extra security presence around his house before now, however, that has since been withdrawn following his impeachment from office. Nehikhare said the state government had recently embarked on a series of demolition exercises, to…
Organised Labour has demanded N615,000 as the new minimum wage for workers to cope with the many economic realities and high cost of living in Nigeria. The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) confirmed the development to Newsday on Sunday. The new wage of N615,000 monthly was reached after consultations between the NLC and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). The labour unions said the current minimum wage of N30,000 can no longer cater for the wellbeing of an average Nigerian worker, lamenting that not all governors are paying the current wage award which will expire by April, five years after…
Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes suffered a massive blow as Aston Villa struck twice in the closing stages to boost their top four bid with a dramatic 2-0 win at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Mikel Arteta’s side would have gone back to the top of the table with a victory, but instead they surrendered the initiative to Manchester City after conceding two goals in the last six minutes. Leon Bailey put the visitors ahead and Ollie Watkins doubled their lead as Villa boss Unai Emery enjoyed a second sweet win this season over the club that sacked him in…