Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Rivers Political Crisis Deepens As APC Calls For Governor Fubara’s Resignation. The political crisis in Rivers State has escalated, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state issuing a 48-hour ultimatum to Governor Siminalayi Fubara to resign or face impeachment. Meanwhile, the Rivers State House of Assembly, during its 133rd Legislative Sitting, has issued a warrant of arrest for the Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), Justice Adolphus Enebeli (rtd), and his commissioners. The lawmakers cited Section 129(1)(d) of the Constitution as the basis for their action. Growing Resignations Amidst Political Uncertainty The ongoing…

Court Fixes March 25 For Hearing On Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Suit Against Senate. Justice Obiora Egwatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has scheduled March 25, 2025, for the hearing of a lawsuit filed by Kogi Central senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, against the Senate. The senator approached the court seeking an order to restrain the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges from investigating her. However, despite a restraining order granted by the court, the Senate proceeded to suspend her for six months last Thursday after considering the committee’s report. Legal Battle Over Suspension At the hearing, counsel representing the first, second,…

Fayemi Denies Defection, Reaffirms Commitment To APC. Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has dismissed rumours of his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC), reaffirming that he remains a committed member of the ruling party. Speculation about Fayemi’s departure gained traction following reports that former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, had left the APC for the Social Democratic Party (SDP). However, in a brief statement, Fayemi debunked the claims, clarifying that he has not left the party. “As I have had cause to state in the past, I am a card-carrying foundation member of the…

US Sees ‘Promise’ In Ukraine’s Ceasefire Proposal Ahead Of Talks In Saudi Arabia. The United States has expressed optimism over Ukraine’s proposal for a partial ceasefire with Russia, ahead of crucial diplomatic talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described Kyiv’s plan as a promising step towards ending the war, though he noted that further concessions would be required to reach a final resolution. “I’m not saying that alone is enough, but it’s the kind of concession you would need to see in order to end the conflict,” Rubio stated on Monday. Ukraine’s Proposal…

President Tinubu Mourns Passing Of Legal Luminary Professor Kharisu Chukkol. President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences following the death of esteemed legal scholar, Professor Kharisu Sufiyanu Chukkol, who passed away on Sunday evening in Abuja at the age of 79. A native of Mayo Belwa in Adamawa State, Professor Chukkol dedicated his career to the advancement of law at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, where he served in various capacities, including Dean of the Faculty of Law and Director of the Institute of Administration. His influence shaped the careers of numerous legal professionals, including serving justices of the…

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested On ICC Warrant. Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested in Manila following an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) over alleged crimes against humanity linked to his controversial “war on drugs.” Duterte, 79, was taken into custody at Manila airport upon his return from Hong Kong, where he had been campaigning for his senatorial slate ahead of the May 12 mid-term elections. He had previously stated that he was prepared to go to prison in response to speculation about his possible arrest. His anti-drugs crackdown, which took place…

Gunmen Attack Ondo Communities, Kill Over 20 Farmers. Gunmen suspected to be armed herders have attacked four communities in Ondo State, killing over 20 farmers in a violent raid on villages within the Akure North Local Government Area. The attack, which occurred at midnight over the weekend, targeted Aba Pastor, Aba Sunday, Ademekun Camp, and Aba Alajido Camp within Ala Elefosan. Sources in the affected communities confirmed that many residents fled into the bush as the assailants unleashed gunfire. A community source, speaking anonymously, reported that 14 bodies had been recovered, while a search party continued looking for…

NNPC Clarifies Naira Crude Contract With Dangote Refinery. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has addressed recent reports circulating on social media regarding the alleged unilateral termination of its crude oil sales agreement in Naira with Dangote Refinery. In a statement released on Monday, NNPC clarified that the contract was structured as a six-month agreement, subject to crude oil availability, and is set to expire at the end of March 2025. The company confirmed that discussions are currently ongoing to establish a new contract. Since October 2024, NNPC has supplied Dangote Refinery with over 48 million barrels of…

Over 2 Million Candidates Register As JAMB Closes 2025 UTME Registration. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially closed registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), recording a total of 2,030,627 candidates. This year’s registration figures have surpassed the 1,989,668 candidates who applied in 2024, marking an increase in the number of prospective university entrants. The registration process, which commenced on 3 February 2025, will see these candidates sit for the UTME scheduled for 25 April 2025. Additionally, 200,115 candidates have registered for the optional mock UTME, set to take place on 5 April…

JUST-IN: NNPC Suspends Naira-for-Crude Deal With Domestic Refiners Including Dangote. In a surprising turn of events, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced the suspension of its naira-for-crude oil swap deal with domestic refiners, including the prominent Dangote Refinery and other private operators. The decision, reported by Businessday, marks a significant shift in Nigeria’s oil industry policy, raising questions about its implications for local refining and fuel prices. The naira-for-crude initiative, launched on 1 October 2024, was hailed as a groundbreaking move to bolster Nigeria’s domestic refining capacity. Under the scheme, local refineries were permitted to purchase…

FRSC Confirms Four Dead, Nine Injured In Lone Crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun has confirmed that four people lost their lives, while nine others sustained injuries in a lone accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Sunday. Mrs Florence Okpe, the spokesperson for the FRSC in Ogun, disclosed the details in a statement on Monday, attributing the crash to speeding and a tyre burst, which resulted in a loss of control. “The suspected causes of the lone crash were speed violation and a tyre burst, which led to loss of control. The…

Governor Soludo Bans Open-Air Preaching To Curb Noise Pollution. Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has imposed a ban on open gospel preaching, citing noise pollution as the main reason behind the decision. The announcement follows the recent arrest and release of a pastor who was caught preaching in a marketplace. A viral video captured the moment Governor Soludo personally confronted the preacher in Onitsha, warning that public preaching violated state regulations. While reaffirming the protection of religious freedom, the governor stressed that such rights should not infringe on the peace and comfort of others. “If you want…