Author: Aminu Imam

Rivers: S’Court dismisses Fubara’s appeal against Amaewhule-led Assembly

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S’Court dismisses Fubara

An appeal filed by Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, challenging the leadership of the Rivers State House of Assembly has been dismissed by the Supreme Court in Abuja. Fubara was also ordered to pay ₦2m to the Assembly and the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, by a five-member panel led by Justice Uwani Abba-Aji on Monday. The case was dismissed after Fubara’s lawyer, Yusuf Ali, withdrew the suit. Recall that on October 10, 2024, the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, admonished Fubara for failing to…

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‘Economic hardship fuels drug abuse in Nigeria’, as NDLEA vows crackdown

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NDLEA vows crackdown

The worsening economic situation in Nigeria is driving more youths into drug abuse, prompting a renewed crackdown by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA). According to a published report,  in Enugu State, many young people, unable to sustain themselves in urban areas, have returned to their villages, only to find life equally challenging. Frustration has led many to seek solace in drugs and alcohol, worsening an already growing crisis. The Enugu State government has announced plans to establish NDLEA operational bases in all 17 local government areas to combat…

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Concerns mount over alleged favoritism towards unlicensed Arewa24 TV channel

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…Urges  President Tinubu to intervene Aminu Imam A Coalition of concerned Northern Nigerian media stakeholders has made a pressing call to President Bola Tinubu to address the alleged unlicensed operations of a foreign-owned broadcast outfit, Arewa24TV, accused of undermining the region’s indigenous private TV channels.  The Coalition, the Northern Peoples United to Save the Region, (NPUSR), raised the alarm over what it describes as ‘a glaring regulatory failure’ by allowing the unlicensed foreign-owned television station, Arewa24TV , to operate freely while indigenous private broadcasters struggle under strict government regulations. The…

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Terry Waya’s closest aide, Kenneth Terso Gyado 

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Kenneth Terso Gyado

The death has been announced of Kenneth Terso Gyado, the closest aide and special assistant to High Chief Terry Waya.  According to a short press statement issued by Chief Terry Waya yesterday, stated there will be a wake-keeping in Chief Terry Waya’s House on Sunday 16th while  burial date will be announced as soon as the body arrives from Paris. Terry Waya is a London-based billionaire Nigerian businessman and socialite. He is an investor who has been involved in various business ventures, including agro-allied industries and asset management. He also…

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S’Arabia Govt limits visas for travelers from Nigeria, 13 other countries 

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S'Arabia limits visas

Saudi Arabia has implemented a new visa policy that restricts visitors from Nigeria and 13 other countries to single-entry visas. The change, already in effect this February, is directed at curbing unauthorised Hajj pilgrimages and ensuring the safety of those attending the religious event. Travelers from these nations will no longer have access to the one-year multiple-entry visa for tourism, business, and family visits. According to TravelBiz, Saudi Arabia has suspended the one-year multiple-entry visa for travelers from Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sudan,…

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‘Northern Ministers mobilised to defend Tinubu, amid growing opposition’

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Northern Ministers mobilised

Northern ministers in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet have intensified efforts to counter growing criticism from opposition figures, following directives from the Presidency to defend the administration.   According to a published report at the weekend, ministers and senior officeholders are now vocal in defending the administration following directives from the Presidency. The Tinubu administration faces mounting attacks from political figures, including ex-governors and opposition leaders. Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, condemned former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi’s remarks against Tinubu, calling them reckless. He also dismissed the Northern Elders…

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Ex-Senate President, Saraki slams FG over Custom’s 4% FOB import levy 

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Saraki slams FG2

Former President of the Senate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has criticised the Federal Government over its newly introduced 4% Customs administration charge on the Free-On-Board (FOB) value of imports, warning that it will worsen economic hardship for Nigerians. In a statement posted on his official X handle yesterday, Saraki expressed strong opposition to the policy, highlighting the financial burden it would place on businesses and households. “With our annual imports estimated at ₦71 trillion, the new 4% Customs administration charge on Free On-Board (FOB) value will come to ₦2.84 trillion.…

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Rahamaniyya Oil boss, AbdulRahman Bashar, jailed in Dubai for financial fraud

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Rahamaniya Bashir

A Dubai court has sentenced AbdulRahman Bashar, owner of Rahamaniyya Group and Ultimate Oil & Gas, to one year in prison for financial fraud involving a compny, CI Energy Company. Court documents reveal that on January 30, 2025, Bashar, 48, was convicted for issuing seven dishonored cheques worth 126.45 million dirhams ($34.4 million) to CI Energy Company, drawn from an Emirates Islamic Bank account, were returned unpaid due to signature discrepancies. Prosecutors accused him of deliberately issuing the cheques in a manner that prevented cashing. Bashar did not appear for…

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Alleged ₦167bn MDAs fraud: SERAP sues Tinubu over failure to prosecute contractors

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SERAP Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, (SERAP), has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu over “the failure to direct the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, to name and ensure the prosecution of the contractors who collected over ₦167 billion from 31 ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) but failed to execute any projects”. Joined in the suit as Respondent is the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, (SAN). In the suit, filed last Friday at the Federal High Court, Lagos,…

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2027: New political realignment redefine roles of Atiku, Obi, el-Rufa’i, Kwankwaso

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With the 2027 general elections just two years away, political realignments aimed at dislodging the All-Progressives Congress (APC) from power are intensifying.  As various opposition forces are strategising to build a formidable alternative to challenge the ruling party at the federal level, former Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate, Adewole Adebayo, recently revealed that his party is making significant inroads into northern Nigeria in search of strategic alliances. Speaking in a published interview at the weekend, Adebayo hinted at discussions with prominent northern politicians, including former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir…

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