Akpabio Makes Public Appearance Following Rumours of Hospital Stay in London Senate President Godswill Akpabio was visibly present at a high-profile birthday event in London on Thursday night, defying swirling speculations about his health. The celebration was for Nela Duke Ekpenyong, spouse of Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong. And Akpabio’s attendance triggered a wave of questions given recent reports claiming he was hospitalized in London under urgent medical care. Rumors of Hospitalization and Emergency Treatment The controversy ignited when former presidential spokesman Jackson Ude tweeted that, Akpabio was admitted to a London hospital due to an undisclosed medical emergency. The reports alleged…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is actively working to grant voting rights to prison inmates across Nigeria. Signaling a potentially transformative step in the country’s electoral landscape. INEC’s Commitment to Enfranchising Inmates At a recent meeting in Abuja, INEC Chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu confirmed the commission’s efforts to extend voting privileges to inmates. This move aligns Nigeria with several African countries like Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa, where prisoners are already allowed to vote. Yakubu emphasized the need for legal clarity and backing from the National Assembly to ensure smooth implementation. “The ongoing electoral reforms must include clear provisions…
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) recently announced a six-month ban on renowned Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as Kwam 1, following an alleged unruly incident at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The decision was disclosed by the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs, Michael Achimugu, amid intense controversy surrounding the events of August 5, 2025. Incident Sparks Safety Concerns and Legal Action Kwam 1 was accused of attempting to board a ValueJet flight carrying an unidentified liquid that was later confirmed to be alcohol, a prohibited item on Nigerian flights. Aviation security officials and the flight…
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has withdrawn the recently released 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results. The withdrawal follows an internal post-release review that uncovered technical glitches affecting the accuracy of scores in key subjects. Candidates are urged to recheck their results after a 24-hour suspension period. Technical Glitches Trigger Urgent Review WAEC’s Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, confirmed the decision in a statement released on Thursday from WAEC’s Lagos headquarters. The council discovered technical bugs linked to a new anti-malpractice innovation called paper serialization, applied to Mathematics, English Language, Biology, and Economics. The…
Former National Treasurer of the Labour Party, Oluchi Oparah, has forcefully dismissed recent allegations that former Anambra State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, misappropriated party funds during his election campaign. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday, Oparah labeled these accusations as baseless and misleading, stressing that Obi funded his campaign entirely from his personal resources. Allegations of Misuse Stir Controversy Labour Party chieftain Abayomi Arabambi had publicly claimed that Obi tapped into the party’s treasury to bankroll his presidential bid. However, Oparah responded emphatically, “There was nothing of such. Mr. Obi never spent any money…
In a recent explosive interview on Arise News, Farouk Aliyu, former Minority Leader of Nigeria’s House of Representatives and staunch All Progressives Congress (APC) insider, made chilling remarks about his party’s approach to political opposition. His unapologetic admission that the APC intends to suffocate all opposition forces has ignited controversy, raising deep concerns about Nigeria’s democratic future. An Unvarnished Threat Against Opposition Parties Aliyu did not mince words. He candidly revealed that the APC, which currently holds power under President Bola Tinubu, is bent on ensuring that opposition parties “do not see the light of day.” According to him, the…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken the drastic step of dismissing 15 personnel from the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), while demoting 59 others for various acts of misconduct and breaches of discipline on August 7, 2025. These actions expose the continuing rot within the correctional system, raising urgent questions about leadership and accountability. Shocking Scale of Indiscipline Uncovered According to Umar Abubakar, the Public Relations Officer of NCoS. The dismissals and demotions followed a comprehensive review overseen by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) under the Ministry of Interior. The Board’s Disciplinary and General Purpose…
A simmering conflict has erupted between the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigeria Police Force, centering on the custody and treatment of two suspects linked to an alleged microfinance bank glitch. The dispute spotlights troubling overlaps in jurisdiction and raises serious questions about the coordination and legality of law enforcement actions in high-profile financial crimes. Suspects Caught in Legal Crossfire The suspects, Illesanmi Olaniyi and Ishola Maruf, were first arrested on March 17, 2024, by operatives of the Police Force Intelligence Department (FID) in Abuja. After initial detainment, they were granted administrative bail by the police. A…
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has unveiled a new initiative to develop ten new schools in Abuja’s rural communities. During his media chat on Monday in the nation’s capital, Wike announced that this education project would begin immediately. The plan, he stated, will be coordinated by the Mandate Secretary of Education to address widespread disparities in educational access outside Abuja’s urban core. “I promise ten schools; as I leave here, I will tell the mandate secretary to set up the scheme. It will be in the rural areas,” Wike declared. Wike’s assurance is drawing intense controversy, with skeptics suggesting…
In a significant and somewhat contentious development, the Olubadan-in-Council nominated former Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The decision was taken on Monday at the Oke-Aremo palace, marking a pivotal moment in Ibadan’s traditional hierarchy. The nomination was proposed by Balogun Olubadan, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, and seconded by Osi Olubadan, Oba Eddy Oyewole. Both are influential figures within the Olubadan-in-Council, the ruling chamber responsible for selecting new monarchs. The council members reportedly signed off unanimously on Ladoja’s nomination before forwarding it to the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for official ratification. Governor Makinde’s Role:…