SETTING THE RECORDS STRAIGHT ON CITIZEN ASAR MICHAEL SESUGH'S DEATH. (PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.

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 Setting the Records Straight on  Citizen Asar Michael Sesugh's  Death The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  EFCC,  considered it imperative to clear the air on some recent incidents at its Makurdi Zonal Directorate,  Benue State.   Operatives of the Directorate arrested 26 suspected cyber fraudsters on April 28,  2026.  They were profiled and kept in custody for further investigations after obtaining a Remand Order at a Magistrate Court.  Shortly after their arrest,  specifically on May 4,  2026,  three of the suspects sought permission to use the lavatory at the Directorate's  Holding Facility and were permitted.   They cashed in on the opportunity,  broke the toilet's roof and escaped from detention.  Several efforts were made to re- arrest them to no avail. However,  fresh intelligence came on Thursday,  May 21,  2026 that one of the escaped suspects,   As...

BILL SEEKING AGE LIMIT FOR PRESIDENTIAL, GUBERNATORIAL CANDIDATES PASSES SECOND READING IN REPS. (PHOTO).


 Bill Seeking Age Limit for Presidential, Gubernatorial Candidates Passes Second Reading in Reps


The House of Representatives has advanced a bill that seeks to bar individuals above 60 years from contesting for the offices of President and Governor in Nigeria.


Sponsored by Rep. Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, the bill proposes amendments to the 1999 Constitution, setting a maximum age limit of 60 years for candidates and requiring them to hold at least a Bachelor's degree. It amends Section 131 for the presidency and Section 177 for governorship eligibility.


Alongside this bill, several others passed second reading, including:

--Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Bill, upgrading Alvan Ikoku College of Education to a federal university.

--Creation of Ideato West Local Government Area Bill, proposing a new LGA in Imo State.

I--nclusion of Youths & Persons with Disabilities in Political Appointments Bill, ensuring reserved positions in governance.

--Trade and Commerce Bill, allowing both federal and state governments to regulate trade.

--Reserved Seats for Women Bill, increasing female representation in legislative bodies.

--Judicial Reform Bills, including proposals to expedite justice and increase Supreme Court and Court of Appeal justices.

--Creation of New States Bills, proposing Wan State (North Central) and Gobir State (Northwest).


These legislative efforts aim to reshape governance, promote inclusivity, and enhance economic and judicial efficiency in Nigeria.

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