The Anambra State Police Command has initiated a manhunt for two suspects linked to the murder of Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, who managed to escape from police custody. Confirming the development in a statement on Tuesday night, the command’s spokesperson, Superintendent Tochukwu Ikenga, acknowledged growing concerns over security lapses in the state. Prompt News reports that Justice Azuka was abducted by gunmen on December 24, 2024. After weeks of search efforts, a joint security team discovered his decomposed body on February 6 near the Second Niger Bridge in Onitsha. Subsequent investigations led to…
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A 53-year-old lawyer, Wale Odusola, has been arraigned before an Akure Magistrate’s Court in Ondo State for allegedly using social media to verbally and psychologically harass Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. According to the charge sheet, Odusola was accused of posting critical statements about the governor on Facebook, claiming that he had neglected his constituency and failed to act in a fair manner. He also alleged that the governor was involved in an extramarital affair with the state’s Finance Commissioner, Mrs. Wunmi Isaac. Police prosecutor Ayodeji Aderintoye argued that Odusola’s actions could incite public unrest and damage the governor’s reputation. The charges…
The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its delay in conducting by-elections to fill vacant legislative seats. This decision followed a motion presented by Rep. Jafaru Leko (APC-Bauchi) during plenary on Tuesday. Leko highlighted that since the conclusion of the 2023 general elections, several legislative seats had become vacant due to resignations, deaths, and appointments of former lawmakers into executive positions. He referenced Section 68 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which outlines the conditions under which legislative seats are declared vacant. Additionally, he cited Section 76(2), which mandates INEC to conduct…
Apostle Ezekiel Oyediran Oyedele, the spiritual leader of Christ Gospel Apostolic Church (CGAC) Worldwide, has called for a nationwide three-day fasting and prayer session, citing a divine revelation about an impending crisis. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos on Tuesday, the cleric urged Nigerians, regardless of religious affiliation, to seek divine intervention from February 24 to 26, 2025. He emphasized that the nation must repent and turn to God for mercy, referencing 2 Chronicles 7:14 as the foundation of his message. While he did not specify the nature of the crisis, Prophet Oyedele stressed that the call to prayer…
Resident doctors at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, have suspended the indefinite strike they commenced a day earlier. Dr. Uthman Adedeji, General Secretary of the UCH Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), confirmed the suspension in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday. The strike was triggered by the failure to fully restore electricity to all residential quarters, despite the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) reconnecting the hospital on February 12 after a prolonged power outage lasting over 100 days. The doctors insisted that power supply be extended to all affected quarters before resuming work. Adedeji…
Mudashiru Obasa, the impeached Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, made a public appearance on the streets of Lagos on Tuesday, drawing a significant crowd of supporters. This development follows the controversial security takeover of the Assembly complex just a day earlier. Obasa, who was removed from office on January 13 due to allegations of financial mismanagement, appeared unfazed by his impeachment. In a video shared by journalist Oseni Rufai on X via @ruffydfire , Obasa is seen confidently walking and acknowledging the cheers of his supporters. On Monday, security operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS)…
The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the death of six individuals in the political violence that erupted in the state on Monday. In a statement issued on Tuesday, spokesperson Yemisi Opalola expressed condolences for the victims and their families. She conveyed the sympathy of the police force to those who lost loved ones or property during the unrest. Opalola further stated that the state’s Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Abba, has vowed to ensure a thorough investigation into the incident, with the perpetrators to be brought to justice. “The tragic events of yesterday resulted in six fatalities and numerous others…
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested five individuals suspected of involvement in the recent arson attack on the Divisional Police Station in Ifon, the administrative headquarters of Ose Local Government Area. Police Commissioner Wilfred Afolabi confirmed the arrests on Tuesday, stating that the suspects are currently being held at the police headquarters. The police station was set ablaze by enraged youths over the weekend, following the reported torture and death of a teenage boy, Tolu Bobade, while in police custody. On Monday, the deceased’s family submitted a formal petition to Ondo’s Chief Judge, Olusegun Olusola, calling for justice over…
The Catholic Diocese of Awka, Anambra, has pledged to investigate the alleged assault of a female teacher by a Reverend Father at one of its schools. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Awka, Reverend Father Charles Ndubuisi, Chancellor of the Diocese, confirmed the incident and promised to thoroughly look into the matter. The accused, Rev. Fr. Jude Muokwe, serves as the Manager of Angel Primary School in Ifitedunu, a mission school located in Dunukofia Local Government Area. According to Ndubuisi, the alleged assault involved Mrs. Ikeorah Maureen, a 50-year-old widow who works as a teacher at the school. The…
The House of Representatives has urged relevant Federal Government agencies to implement stringent measures to combat homicidal and femicidal acts in Nigeria. The call followed the adoption of a motion during Tuesday’s plenary, introduced by Rivers lawmaker Awaji-Inombek Abiante and supported by three other members. Abiante, while advocating for the motion, emphasized that the right to life is a fundamental human right protected by the Constitution. He pointed out the increasing incidents of homicide, including murder, manslaughter, and other violent crimes leading to loss of life, which have sparked public outcry for justice. He further stated, “Femicide, the deliberate killing…