Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, has condemned the recent actions of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, describing them as an “embarrassing display” following the disruption at the Assembly complex on Thursday. Reports indicate that Obasa, accompanied by his security personnel, entered the Speaker’s office without authorization and later held a session with only four lawmakers, despite an ongoing legal battle over his removal. Speaking after a court hearing at the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja on Friday, Meranda emphasized that the matter was now in court and urged all parties to allow their legal teams to handle…
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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment, adding a new dimension to their ongoing political feud. The Kogi Central lawmaker made the allegation on Friday, stating that her issues with Akpabio go beyond legislative disagreements and include acts of gender-based intimidation and harassment. This comes amid a long-standing dispute between the two senators, which initially stemmed from a controversy over her seat in the Senate chamber. Earlier, Akpoti-Uduaghan had filed a ₦100 billion defamation lawsuit against Akpabio and one of his aides over alleged derogatory remarks made about her. The latest claim has intensified concerns…
Kaduna State’s Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Sadiq Mamman Lagos, has stated that former Governor Nasir El-Rufai has no control over the political direction of the state in 2027, emphasizing that only God determines leadership. In an interview with journalists, Mamman Lagos condemned El-Rufai’s criticisms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani. He advised the former governor to stay out of Kaduna’s political affairs, asserting that the outcome of the 2027 elections will be decided by God and the people, not any individual. His remarks coincided with a declaration of support for President…
The Naira continued its decline in the parallel market on Thursday, trading at N1,495 per dollar, down from N1,490 per dollar recorded on Wednesday. Similarly, in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the currency depreciated further, reaching N1,496 per dollar. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) indicated that the indicative exchange rate climbed to N1,496 per dollar, compared to N1,495 per dollar the previous day, marking a slight drop in value. As a result, the exchange rate difference between the parallel market and the NFEM narrowed to N1 per dollar, compared to the N9.8 per dollar gap observed…
The individuals responsible for the abduction of female students from Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JoSTUM), have reportedly requested a ransom of N40 million for their release. A friend of one of the victims, who wished to remain anonymous, disclosed that the kidnappers had begun contacting the families of the students, demanding payment. “I was informed that they are asking for N40 million before setting them free, and they have also issued threats against the girls if the ransom is not paid quickly,” the source revealed. Concerned about the situation, the source urged the authorities to intervene, stressing that the…
Justice Abdur-Raheem Ahmad Sayi, Qadi of the Kwara State Shariah Court, has advocated for the adoption of Shariah law in family and commercial matters across Southwest Nigeria. Speaking at the 30th Pre-Ramadan Lecture organized by the University of Lagos Muslim Alumni (UMA), themed Transformative Power of Ramadan, Justice Sayi emphasized that the existing legal framework does not sufficiently address the needs of Muslims in these areas. He stated, “Family law is a crucial aspect of private law that requires legal protection. Governments in the Southwest should consider implementing Shariah to ensure fairness and justice for all.” At the same event,…
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has relocated to his Kaduna residence after spending close to two years in Daura, Katsina State, following the conclusion of his tenure in May 2023. Since leaving office, Buhari has maintained a low profile, staying away from political activities. His move to Kaduna was accompanied by several notable figures, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, and Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani. Also present were Mamman Daura, former and current deputy governors of Katsina State, a former Inspector General of Police, ex-ministers, and some of his longtime aides. During his time in Daura,…
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has disclosed that he rejected financial gifts totaling nearly N500 million from senior government officials during his mother’s burial in 2019. Speaking at the 38th Anti-Corruption Situation Room in Abuja, Olukoyede recounted how ministers, directors, and agency heads attempted to offer him cheques and drafts as condolence gifts. However, he refused them, recognizing the ethical implications. “When I got home, my gatekeeper handed me a box, and inside, I found numerous cheques and drafts from ministers, permanent secretaries, directors, and heads of agencies,” he said. “When we calculated…
Former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has asserted that Mojisola Meranda stepped down from her position as Speaker during a peace meeting. Obasa made this claim during an interview on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, on Thursday. According to him, Meranda voluntarily resigned at a reconciliation meeting held last weekend at the Lagos House in Marina. “At the meeting in Marina, which was attended by all party leaders, Meranda clearly stated her resignation. She made it known that she was stepping down,” Obasa said. He further argued that once someone resigns, they forfeit…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has raised an alarm over the activities of fraudsters who conducted a live session on TikTok on Thursday, February 27, 2025, using the Commission’s logo to deceive and defraud unsuspecting individuals. According to the EFCC, the scammers managed six fake TikTok accounts, all falsely displaying the Commission’s logo and claiming affiliation with non-existent directorates. Some of the fraudulent accounts were named “EFCC of Nigeria,” “EFCC Lagos,” “EFCC Delta,” “EFCC of Benin,” “EFCC of Jos,” and “EFCC Saga.” The Commission has emphasized that it does not have an official presence on TikTok and has…