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DSS brought 8 out of 12 detained Igboho’s aides to court

Aug 2, 2021 topnews

The Department of State Services (DSS), on Monday, brought eight but failed to produce four others, out of the 12 detained associates of Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho, before a Federal High Court, Abuja. However, the DSS brought eight of the detainees before Justice Obiora Egwuatu, following the ex-parte motion moved by Counsel to the applicants, Pelumi Olajengbesi, on July 23. The four detainees, who were not in court, include Abdullateef Ademola Onaolapo, Uthman Opeyemi Adelabu, Oluwafemi Olakunle and Opeyemi Tajudeen. Those in court were…

Inclusive foundation mourns veteran actress, Rachael Oniga

Aug 1, 2021Aug 1, 2021 topnews

Inclusive Social Welfare and Empowerment Foundation, a non-governmental organisation has expressed its heartfelt sympathy to family, friends and the entire movie industry over the loss of the veteran actress, Rachael Oniga who died at age 64. The CEO of the foundation, Chief (Mrs.) Pat Eleto, in a condolence visit to the family, on Saturday, July 31st, said the news came as a rude shock to many, but she believes that the late actress has created a great impact with her career, and her legacy should never be forgotten. In her…

Retired officer, wife allegedly batter 15- year orphan in Abuja

Jul 28, 2021 topnews

A 15 year-old orphan, Chidalu Ugwueke, male, allegedly battered by his masters, Air Commodore Bernard Ugwueke (rtd) and his wife, Mrs. Mary Ugwueke has elicited pity, as a lawmaker, Hon. Okwu Chinedu, representing Aninri constituency in the Enugu State House of Assembly, has petitioned the National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), over the matter. Chidalu, a minor, was taken to Abuja to serve as a househelp to the retired air force officer and his family. However, it was alleged that he was constantly receiving dehumanising treatment from…

Senate halts probe of CCT chairman’s assault against security man

Jul 28, 2021 topnews

The celebrated case of alleged assault brought against Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Danladi Umar, by an Abuja-based security guard, Clement Sargwat, and his lawyers, suffered a big blow, as Senator Ayo Akinyelure-led Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petition, halted further investigation on the matter. The CCT chair had approached court to determine if the lawmakers were not usurping the powers of the police and judiciary in initiating the probe. In the notice dated July 13, 2021, the President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, Akinyelure, Attorney…

Governor El-Rufai suspends schools’ resumption indefinitely

Jul 27, 2021Jul 27, 2021 topnews

Governor el-Rufai of Kaduna State government has suspended the resumption of schools across the state indefinitely. The governor said this, while playing host to officials of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) and Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) and other community-based associations at Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House on Monday. According to him, the government took the decision because of the ongoing aggressive military operations in most parts of the state. He noted that the ongoing operation was aimed at flushing out the bandits in their different hideouts, saying, we are…

Sowore released after arrest at Nnamdi Kanu’s trial

Jul 27, 2021 topnews

Sahara Reporters’ publisher, Omoyele Sowore has been released after he was arrested at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday. Sowore and other supporters of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), were in court for the trial of the separatist. He was sighted earlier in the day around the court premises probably to attend the scheduled court session on the fundamental rights abuse case involving five activists arrested at Dunamis Church, Abuja. The Sahara Reporters publisher was, however, accosted as he continued to lifestream activities…

Sowore arrested at Abuja High Court during Nnamdi Kanu’s trial

Jul 26, 2021Jul 26, 2021 topnews

Activist and founder of Sahara Reporters online news agency, Omoyele Sowore has been arrested. The convener of #RevolutionNow came to witness the trial of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu at the Abuja High Court. As at the time of filling this report, the journalist could not ascertain the reason behind his arrest. Kanu is being charged with treasonable felony. The IPOB leader was accused of inciting violence for his agitation for an independent Republic of Biafra. Other members of the group were also arrested…

Politicians join APC to escape EFCC or partake in looting —Senator Nwaka

Jul 26, 2021 topnews

Former Senator who represented Abia North at the National Assembly, Senator Emma Nwaka, in a media briefing said that those defecting to the ruling All Progressive Congress APC are either doing so to escape prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), or to “partake in the ongoing massive looting of the country”. The former Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Abia State, also accused APC of plundering and setting Nigeria backwards. Nwaka who also dispelled the rumour of Gov. Ikpeazu’s possible defection to APC, said ” there…

Sunday Igoho: Olubadan sends delegation to Cotonou

Jul 26, 2021 topnews

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has sent a delegation to Cotonou, Republic of Benin, to observe court proceedings in the case involving an activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho. Mr Adeola Oloko, Personal Assistant/Director of Media and Publicity to the Olubadan, made this known in a statement issued on Sunday in Ibadan. Oloko quoted the royal father as stating this in his palace while exchanging views with leaders of Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), led by the President-General, Mr Yemisi Adeaga. The Oba, who…

Ooni, other dignitaries to attend Onalaja’s installation as Rotary Club President

Jul 26, 2021 topnews

The Ooni of Ile Ife, His Imperial Majesty Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, will lead dignitaries from all walks of life including the business class and society big wigs to the installation of Rtn. Bamidele Onalaja as the 20th President of Rotary Club of Maryland, Ikeja, Lagos, Saturday, July 31, 2021. The installation programme is slated for high octane event centre; the Glitz Event Centre, Lekki, Lagos and will be chaired by acclaimed ICT entrepreneur, Mr. Nnamdi Ezeigbo MD/CEO, Slots System with frontline philanthropist and God’s handmaiden, Reverend Mother Esther Abimbola Ajayi…