Okpebholo Claims Obaseki Withheld Tinubu’s Donated Books From Edo Students
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State recently accused the former Governor, Godwin Obaseki, of withholding books donated by President Bola Tinubu from the students of Edo State. According to Okpebholo, the books, which featured the President’s image, were kept out of circulation by the previous administration for political reasons. He described this action as an […]
Farotimi Seeks Court to Dismiss Alleged Defamation Case, Cites 5 Reasons
Dele Farotimi, a well-known Lagos lawyer and human rights activist, is challenging the defamation charges filed against him. On Monday, ahead of a court hearing set for Tuesday, Farotimi submitted a request asking the Ado Ekiti Magistrate Court to throw out the case. Farotimi was granted bail of N50 million earlier this week, and his […]
German President to Visit Nigeria on Tuesday for State Visit
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier of Germany is visiting Nigeria for two days to deepen the partnership between the two nations. His visit begins on Tuesday and highlights the growing collaboration in politics, business, and culture. During his time in Abuja, President Steinmeier will meet with Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the President of ECOWAS, Alieu […]
Drama in Umuahia as Police Attempt to Arrest Journalist Over Alleged Defamation
Over the weekend, Umuahia witnessed a tense situation as police officers from the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Abuja attempted to arrest journalist Promise Uzoma Okoro. Okoro, who is the current Chairman of the Online Media Practitioners Association of Nigeria (OMPAN) in Abia State, faced allegations of publishing defamatory material about an individual. The […]
VP Shettima Criticizes UK’s Badenoch for ‘Disparaging Nigeria’
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has spoken out against Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK Conservative Party, for comments he believes disrespect Nigeria. Speaking during the 10th Annual Migration Dialogue held at the State House in Abuja, Shettima expressed pride in Nigeria’s role on the global stage despite Badenoch’s criticisms. He acknowledged her right […]