Day: May 8, 2025

American Cardinal Robert Francis becomes First Elected American Pope

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American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Elected as Pope Leo XIV, the First U.S. Pontiff Vatican City — In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Robert Francis Prevost, a U.S.-born cardinal, was elected as the 267th pope on Thursday, becoming the first leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics from the United States. Taking the papal name Leo XIV, Prevost succeeds the reform-minded Pope Francis of Argentina and addressed jubilant crowds from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in his first public appearance as pontiff. Tens of thousands of faithful…

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NANS Leader retracts his allegations against Seyi Tinubu, says he is Sorry

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Factional President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Atiku Isah, has withdrawn his earlier accusations against Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, describing them as false, misleading, and instigated by internal rivalry. The retraction comes after Isah previously alleged that Seyi Tinubu and the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, attempted to offer him a ₦100 million bribe in Lagos to support the president’s image. He also claimed he was abducted, assaulted, and coerced into denouncing his leadership position on national television. However, in a statement published…

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The Minister of Power has warned the NAEC against building Four Nuclear plants.

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Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has cautioned the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) against its proposed plan to build four nuclear power plants, each with a generation capacity of 1,200 megawatts, citing concerns about feasibility and resource constraints. The Minister made his position known during a meeting with the commission’s leadership on Tuesday in Abuja, according to a statement issued by his media aide, Bolaji Tunji, on Wednesday. During the meeting, the Acting Chairman of the Commission, Anthony Ekedewa, provided updates on the agency’s activities, noting that NAEC was established…

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Military Reaffirms Commitment to Tinubu’s Security Directive, Urges Media Support

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The Nigerian military has reaffirmed its full commitment to carrying out President Bola Tinubu’s directive to enhance national security and tackle threats to peace and stability across the country. This assurance was given by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, during a media briefing held in Abuja on Thursday. Addressing journalists, Major General Kangye emphasized the strategic role of the media in shaping public confidence in the military’s efforts. “When we tell the story ourselves, it sometimes lacks impact. But when journalists like you tell it,…

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Governor Otti dismisses his Suspension, calls it a Baseless Move

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Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has dismissed his purported suspension by the Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party (LP), calling it a baseless move lacking legal standing. Governor Otti was among several top party figures, including Senator Ireti Kingibe, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, Victor Afam Ogene, Amobi Ogah, and Seyi Sowunmi, who were suspended indefinitely on Wednesday over alleged anti-party activities, according to a report issued by a panel set up by the Abure-led leadership. Reacting to the development, Otti, through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma,…

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Rivers Sole Administrator Vows to Tackle Land-Grabbing, Herdsmen Attacks, Insecurity

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The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd), has assured residents of the state’s commitment to addressing land-grabbing, herdsmen-related violence, and general insecurity in rural communities. Ibas gave the assurance on Wednesday during a stakeholders’ engagement held in Okehi, the headquarters of Etche Local Government Area. He was represented at the event by the State Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju. According to Ibas, the visit was part of an ongoing tour of local government areas aimed at gathering feedback and developing practical, community-driven security solutions. “We…

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Kano Government Bans Live Political Broadcasts, Restricts Media Interviews

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The Kano State Government has banned live political programmes across all media outlets in the state and placed strict restrictions on journalists, including a prohibition on asking provocative questions during interviews. The announcement followed a media stakeholders’ meeting chaired by Ibrahim Waiya, spokesperson to the state governor, and was conveyed in a statement issued on Wednesday by Sani Yola, Director of Special Duties at the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs. According to the statement, individuals appearing on any media platform for interviews must now sign an undertaking to avoid…

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More Senior Lawyers Join Nnamdi Kanu’s Legal Team.

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Nnamdi Kanu’s defence team continues to grow as his trial proceeds at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The IPOB leader faces terrorism charges brought by the Federal Government. His legal team now includes more senior advocates and respected legal scholars. On Thursday, SAN Paul Esokoro and Dr. P.K. Obi joined the defence team.Aloy Ejimakor, Kanu’s Special Counsel, shared the update before the day’s hearing.He also noted that the prosecution would continue its case during the session. Ejimakor mentioned that cross-examination might face delays due to time limits. He warned…

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Appeal Court Dismisses NNPP Candidate’s Case Against Governor Aiyedatiwa’s Election Victory

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The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure, Ondo State, has dismissed an appeal filed by Olugbenga Edema, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) candidate in the November 16, 2024 governorship election, challenging the candidacy of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and his deputy, Dr. Olayide Adelami. Edema had initially approached the Federal High Court, seeking an order to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to disqualify Aiyedatiwa and Adelami from the race. He also asked the court to interpret Section 15 of the Third Schedule of the 1999 Constitution (as amended)…

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Suspicious Man Arrested in Epe, 27 SIM Cards Found

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A man identified as Godwin has been arrested in Epe, Lagos State, following the discovery of 27 registered SIM cards concealed in an abandoned security post where he was residing. The arrest, made on Monday by operatives of the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSC), came after over a month of surveillance on a government area in Delta State and subsequent reports from concerned Epe residents regarding Godwin’s suspicious behavior. Residents reported Godwin’s unusual routine, including changing clothes discreetly each morning and engaging in frequent late-night phone conversations. He was…

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Mercy Chinwo’s Former Manager Charged to Court for Fraud by EFCC.

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Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Lagos Federal High Court has postponed ruling on the bail application of Mr. Ezekiel. The decision is now set for May 9, 2025. Ezekiel faces charges of illegal foreign exchange transactions and money laundering. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) filed the case. Prosecutor Mrs. Buhari-Bala said Ezekiel broke the law in June 2023. According to her, he conducted a $52,895 forex deal with Mr. Oladotun Olaobaju Mureke. He allegedly acted without approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The EFCC claims this…

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EFCC Arrests Former Lawmaker on grounds of taking Bribe

Tolu Adebayo

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained former Nigerian lawmaker Danjuma Kazaure. He is accused of receiving N70 million in bribes from former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele. An EFCC source, speaking anonymously, said Emefiele sent N20 million to Kazaure in two separate payments. The money was reportedly delivered by Emefiele’s associate, a man identified only as Mr. Eric. The funds were allegedly meant for buying “Salla rams,” likely for a religious festival. The source also claimed Kazaure received another N50 million from Emefiele. This sum was described…

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