Joseph Atainyang

Return seized passport – El-Rufai’s counsel urges DSS, alleges constitutional violations

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesCounsel to former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has condemned what he described as an unlawful attempt to arrest his client by security operatives upon his arrival at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Thursday. In a statement issued in Abuja, Ubong Esop Akpan of The Chambers of Ubong Akpan, alleged…

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Leadership Award: Kalu inspired for more impactful laws

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesDeputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has expressed gratitude for being named LEADERSHIP Newspaper’s Legislator of the Year 2025, saying the honour inspires him to pursue more impactful legislation and effective representation. Speaking after receiving the award in Abuja, Kalu emphasized that nations are built and sustained by good laws,…

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Real-time transmission of election results a disaster – Amokri

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesA former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has described calls for the use of Starlink for real-time transmission of election results in Nigeria as unrealistic and potentially dangerous. Omokri, who is ambassadorial-designate, made the remarks in a post published Wednesday on his verified Facebook page. In the statement, he questioned demands by some political actors…

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Faleke commits to supporting President Tinubu’s re-election bid

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesHon. James Abiodun Faleke has pledged his support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, expressing readiness to work with stakeholders to ensure the President’s continued leadership. Faleke made the commitment while receiving an appointment and award of Grand Patron from the Relax Tinubu Is Fixing Nigeria group. The delegation, led by State…

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Appeal Court judgement and separation of powers: Setting binoculars on Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the NASS Clerk & 3 others

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesBy Rt Hon Eseme Eyiboh mnipr  The judgment of the Court of Appeal delivered on Monday, February 9, 2026, represents a consequential affirmation of the constitutional principles that sustain Nigeria’s democratic order and the orderly functioning of its institutions. By upholding the disciplinary actions of the Senate as lawful and procedurally sound, the Court…

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Oro finding its place as Niger Delta community – Barr Uno

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesUno Umoekeyo Uno Esq., of the Directorate of Legal Services, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has said that the Oro people are gradually taking their rightful place as a recognized oil-bearing community in the Niger Delta region, owing to purposeful leadership and sustained empowerment of youths. Barr. Uno made this assertion recently, while receiving…

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Police raid criminal black spots, arrest 23 suspects, recover drugs in Ibaka

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesBy Emmanuel Ntekim The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recorded a major operational success following a coordinated raid on identified criminal black spots within the Ibaka Fishing Port, leading to the arrest of twenty-three (23) male suspects and the recovery of suspected illicit drugs and other incriminating exhibits. The operation was carried out…

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Nigeria and the meaning of sovereignty

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesBy Ernest Udoh-Robert The world is experiencing new happenings that question the meaning and integrity of international diplomatic postulations on sovereignty. Before now, many were grappling with Francophone countries who claim to be sovereign nations, yet have their financial reserves being managed by France. China on the other side of the divide sees Taiwan…

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World Cup: Can Valentine’s Day offer more than romance for Super Eagles?

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesWhile lovers across the world prepare to celebrate Valentine’s Day, Nigerian football fans may also have a major reason to smile, as reliable sources indicate that FIFA could deliver its verdict on Nigeria’s eligibility petition on February 14, with optimism firmly on the Super Eagles’ side. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed strong…

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