14 March 2025
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Tears, Sorrow as Three Murdered Siblings Are Laid to Rest In Anambra

Wendy R.

The three siblings brutally murdered and found stuffed inside a deep freezer in Nnewichi, Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State last month were laid to rest on Saturday, March 8, in Uga, Aguata Local Government Area. The funeral mass, held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Umueze Uga, was marked by overwhelming grief. Mourners, dressed in black, wept openly as they struggled to comprehend the tragic loss. Their devastated parents, Mr. and Mrs. Udochukwu Ejezie, described the deaths of their children as an unimaginable nightmare and the greatest shock of their lives. Authorities have yet to identify the perpetrators…

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President Tinubu Appoints Six Chief Medical Directors to Lead Federal Hospitals

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President Bola Tinubu has appointed six Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) to lead federal government-owned hospitals in Akure, Gombe, Azare, Lafiya, Maiduguri, and Kafanchan. The appointments, which span newly established and existing healthcare institutions, reflect the administration’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system. List of Newly Appointed CMDs: Professor Olusegun Sylvester Ojo – Federal Teaching Hospital, Akure, Ondo State. Previously served as the pioneer CMD of Ondo State Specialist Hospital. Professor Yusuf Mohammed Abdullahi – Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe. Reappointed for a second term due to outstanding leadership and contributions to hospital growth. Dr. Dauda Abubakar Katagum – Federal Teaching Hospital,…

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Governor Lawal Establishes Donor Coordination Office to Strengthen Development Partnerships

Wendy R.

Governor Dauda Lawal has officially sworn in Yakubu Sani Haidara as the new Head of the Civil Service of Zamfara State, alongside 12 newly appointed permanent secretaries. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the old chamber of the Government House in Gusau, where Governor Lawal emphasized that Haidara’s appointment was based on merit, competence, and a track record of dedication to public service. “You are entrusted with supervising the Permanent Secretaries and the entire civil service to ensure that government policies and programs are effectively formulated and implemented,” the governor stated. He urged the new appointees to leverage their expertise…

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Condemns Suspension, Calls it an Attack on Justice

Wendy R.

Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has condemned her suspension from the Nigerian Senate, describing it as unjust and politically motivated. Despite the decision, she remains resolute in her commitment to serving her constituents. The Senate suspended Akpoti-Uduaghan for “gross misconduct” after a heated dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over seating arrangements on February 20. The situation escalated when she later accused Akpabio of sexual harassment—an allegation he strongly denied. Her petition against Akpabio was dismissed by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions on procedural grounds. In a defiant response, Akpoti-Uduaghan took to social media, criticizing the…

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Court Reserves Judgment in High-Profile BRT Murder Case

Wendy R.

A Lagos High Court in Tafawa Balewa Square, Igbosere, has reserved judgment in the high-profile trial of Andrew Nice, a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) driver accused of the rape and murder of 22-year-old Oluwabamise Ayanwola in 2022. Justice Sherifat Sonaike set May 2, 2025, for the verdict after both the defense and prosecution presented their final arguments. Defense lawyer Abayomi Omotubora contended that the prosecution failed to provide conclusive evidence linking Nice to Ayanwola’s death. He challenged the admissibility of a voice note reportedly sent by the victim to a friend, arguing it constituted hearsay. He also questioned the credibility…

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Senate Suspends Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for Six Months

Wendy R.

The Nigerian Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months following her dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The decision, announced on Thursday, was based on recommendations from the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct, which found her guilty of violating Senate Standing Rules (2023, as amended). Akpoti-Uduaghan was accused of bringing the Senate and its presiding officer to public disrepute. Despite attempts by some lawmakers to reduce the suspension to three months, a majority vote upheld the six-month sanction. However, the Senate ruled that the suspension could be lifted or shortened if she submits a…

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Senate Mulls Six-Month Suspension for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

Wendy R.

The Nigerian Senate is considering a six-month suspension for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over alleged violations of Senate rules. The recommendation, put forward by the Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct, was presented by its Chairman, Senator Neda Imasuen. If approved, the suspension will take effect from March 6, 2025. As part of the proposed sanctions, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s office will be sealed, and she will be barred from entering the National Assembly premises. Additionally, both her salary and those of her legislative aides will be withheld during the suspension period. The committee also advised that she should not represent…

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Federal High Court Orders INEC to Recognise NRM Leadership

Wendy R.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has mandated that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) immediately recognise the leadership of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) emerging from its emergency national convention held on January 17. The convention, organized to fill vacancies and correct imbalances within the party’s National Executive Committee, culminated in the election of Chief Edozie Njoku as NRM’s National Chairman. Justice Obiora Egwuatu, delivering the judgment, faulted INEC for its refusal to monitor the convention despite the NRM providing proper notice that complied with the mandatory 21-day requirement. The judge stressed that INEC is constitutionally bound to accept…

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President Tinubu Presides Over 2025 FEC Meeting Marked by Solemn Tribute

Wendy R.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently presiding over the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the State House, Abuja. The session, which commenced at approximately 2 p.m., began with a minute of silence in honor of two late former government officials. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) announced the passing of Mrs. Adenike Ebunoluwa Oyagbola, Nigeria’s first female minister, who served as Minister of National Planning from 1979 to 1983. She passed away on Friday, February 28, at the age of 93. The council also paid tribute to elder statesman Chief Edwin Clark, a former Federal Commissioner…

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Akpabio Breaks Silence on Harassment Allegations, Urges Nigerians to Await Court Verdict

Wendy R.

Nigerian Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has denied allegations of sexual harassment leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Speaking publicly on the matter for the first time, Akpabio addressed the allegations during the Senate’s plenary session on Wednesday, following a week-long recess. “At no time did I ever harass any woman. I was raised very well by my late single mother, and I have always upheld respect for women. I was even awarded the most gender-friendly governor in Nigeria,” he stated. Akpabio acknowledged the widespread discussions on social media since February 25 and urged Nigerians, the media, and social media…