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 Two Zimbos Arrested with Dagga Worth Over R79,000 Near Beitbridge In a major drug bust, Limpopo police arrested two Zimbabwean nationals and seized dagga worth over R79,000 during an early morning operation on Friday, 7 March 2025. The arrests took place along the N1 road near MOJ Petroleum, close to the Beitbridge Port of Entry. At around 03:20, officers stopped and searched two sedans traveling in the area. In the first vehicle, a white sedan with Gauteng registration, they found 11 bags of dagga weighing 157.8 kg, valued at R66,276. The 45-year-old driver was immediately taken into custody. The second vehicle, a grey Ford Focus with Limpopo registration, was driven by a 47-year-old suspect. A search uncovered 14 bags of dagga and four suitcases filled with the drug, totaling 187.8 kg and valued at R794,394. Both suspects were arrested and charged with dealing in and possession of dagga. Their vehicles were confiscated for further investigation. They are set to appear before the...

 PRESS RELEASE Saraki to Akpabio: Don't Politicise, Trivialise Call for Due Process in Senate Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki has described as "cheap politics and trivialising of a serious issue" the claim by incumbent Senate President, Godswill Akpabio that the call on him to ensure that transparent and open process is instituted to investigate the accusation levelled against him by one of his colleagues, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is an attempt to remove a Niger Delta person from office. Saraki, in a statement signed by Yusuph Olaniyonu, the head of his media office in Abuja, urged Akpabio to read his press statement dated March 1st, 2025 very well to understand that there was nowhere he suggested the resignation of the Senate President. “Rather, he advised that Akpabio should act in the best interest of the legislative institution by ensuring that no reasonable person is left with any doubt about the fact that the allegations raised by the Senator were...

 Clashes continue in eastern Congo days after attack on civilians left many dead Fighting between M23 rebels and pro-Congo militias was underway on Sunday in Nyabiondo, about 100 km north of Goma in eastern Congo, residents said, days after a nearby attack left a heavy civilian death toll, according to the United Nations and an NGO. The Rwanda-backed rebel group M23 has seized swathes of mineral-rich eastern Congo since the start of the year. "M23 has taken Nyabiondo since 11 am (0900 GMT), following clashes," Kipanda Biiri, an official from the local administrative authority who was fleeing the area, told Reuters. "The enemy opened a large-scale assault on Nyabiondo this morning," said Telesphore Mitondeke, a civil society rapporteur in Masisi, the area where Nyabiondo is located, referring to M23 rebels. "For the moment there is shooting from every direction in the centre of Nyabiondo, where the clashes are taking place." The fighting follows clashes las...

 Imo First Lady, Dr. Mrs. Chioma Uzodimma , has been conferred with a Doctoral Degree (Honoris Causa) in Public Administration by Hezekiah University for her outstanding service in women empowerment & girl-child advocacy. A well-deserved honor!  INITIAL REPORT: IMO FIRST LADY CONFERRED WITH A DOCTORAL DEGREE (HONORIS CAUSA) FROM HEZEKIAH UNIVERSITY, UMUDI. Her Excellency, Chief Barr. Chioma Uzodimma, the First Lady of Imo State, is set to be conferred with a Distinguished Doctoral Degree in Public Administration (Honoris Causa) today, Saturday, March 8, 2025. The prestigious event will take place at the Hezekiah University Auditorium in Umudi, Nkwerre, Imo State. This recognition underscores her relentless commitment to public service and community development, making it a significant moment not just for her, but for the entire state of Imo. As the First Lady, Chief Barr. Chioma Uzodimma (Akaraugo) has been a passionate advocate for various initiatives aimed at uplifting w...

 SERAP Warns Senate President Akpabio To Reverse Natasha’s Suspension Or Face Legal Action  The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to immediately reverse the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing it as "patently unlawful." In a statement on Sunday, SERAP argued that the suspension was based solely on Akpoti-Uduaghan’s peaceful exercise of her constitutionally and internationally recognized right to freedom of expression. "The Senate should immediately reinstate Mrs. Akpoti-Uduaghan and revise parliamentary procedures that unduly restrict senators' human rights," SERAP stated.

SUPREME COURT UPHOLDS DEATH SENTENCE FOR FARMER WHO KILLED FULANI ATTACKER IN SELF-DEFENSE The Supreme Court of Nigeria has upheld the death penalty imposed on Sunday Jackson, a farmer convicted of killing a Fulani herdsman in a purported act of self-defense. The ruling has sparked intense debate, with numerous Nigerians questioning the fairness of the decision and the efficacy of self-defense laws in the country. Sunday Jackson was allegedly working on his farm when he was attacked by a group of Fulani herdsmen. In an attempt to defend himself, he retaliated, resulting in the death of one of his assailants. Despite his claim of self-defense, he was apprehended, prosecuted, and sentenced to death for murder. Following an appeal, the Supreme Court upheld the lower court's verdict, ruling that his actions were not justified under the law. ACCORDING TO ANOTHER SOURCE: A Cry for Justice: Sunday Jackson Sentenced to Death for Defending Himself Against Fulani Herdsman Sunday Jackson, a f...

 "Don't Waste Time Abroad": Nigerian Man Suffering Overseas Hits Jackpot after Returning To Nigeria With Wife A Nigerian man has shared his experience years after relocating abroad in search of greener pastures. According to the young man, he lived abroad for years with his wife, but they had nothing to show for it. However, they decided to come back to Nigeria, and years after their return, they were able to make it big. A Nigerian man identified as @shamseddinGiwa on Twitter has shared his story of the struggles and challenges after relocating.  He moved abroad with his wife several years ago in search of a better life. However, they soon realised that the reality was different from their dreams.  The couple started their life in a single room within a shared flat where they were told when to use the washing machine or turn on the heater, even in winter.   They found the jobs demeaning and tiring, and despite earning what they thought was good money, the exchange r...

 Gunmen KILL Chairman Of Miyetti Allah Herders' Union In Kwara Idrissu Abubakar, Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Kwara State, was shot dead on Saturday by unidentified gunmen. A statement from MACBAN revealed that armed men with sophisticated weapons stormed Abubakar's residence at around 10:00 pm and fatally shot him. The incident occurred at his Oke Ose, Oke-Oyi residence in Kwara State, as reported by the group's National Secretary-General, Bello Aliyu Gotomo. Gotomo noted that Abubakar's murder comes two months after his Katsina State counterpart, Sirajo Ahmad Mairana, was killed in similar circumstances. "In the past two years, we lost seven leaders comprising state and local government chairmen to gunmen," Gotomo stated. He emphasised that 'Miyetti Allah' was concerned about the targeted killings of its key members. The Kwara State Police Command confirmed the murder in a statement, noting that the...

 Ogun Govt Hails Tinubu as FG Adopts TASUED as Federal University The Ogun State Government has praised the Federal Government for adopting Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) as a federal institution, a move expected to enhance its growth and sustainability. Governor Dapo Abiodun, through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, described the transition as a positive transformation for Nigeria’s first specialized university of education. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to educational advancement, ensuring TASUED remains a center of excellence in teacher education. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the transition following an invitation from the Ogun State Government, acknowledging TASUED’s crucial role in teacher education and honoring the legacies of Chief Obafemi Awolowo and Dr. Tai Solarin. He also recognized the intervention of the Awujale of Ijebuland, who played a key role in preventing the university’s closure in 2012....

  Adamawa police arrest Church member for kidnapping two Reverend Fathers March 9, 2025 ...says victims rescued unhurt, recovered locally fabricated Gun In a bid to ensure protection of lives and property, a safe and secured environment in the state, Adamawa police command carried out a coordinated rescue operation at a particular criminal hideout situated at a remote side of Gwaida Malam village connecting part of Numan and Demsa LGAs. A statement signed by the Command public relations officer,SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, ANIPR said the rescue operations, commenced from 21st February, 2025, in various criminal hideouts within the state and it yielded positive results as one Tahamado Jonathan Demian 34years old a member of the same Church, with the Victims was arrested for kidnapping of two Reverend fathers. According to the statement Jonathan kidnapped Abraham Samman and Matthew David Dusami of Yola Catholic Dioceses and Jalingo respectively. Nguroje said the Command’s Planned oper...

 Portable slams VDM over Mercy Chinwo alleged diss track collab request Controversial singer Portable has publicly denounced social media critic Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), for asking him to collaborate on a diss track targeting gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. The drama unfolded after Chinwo filed a N1.1 billion defamation lawsuit against VDM, who had accused her of misappropriating funds from her shows without paying her former record label. On his Instagram, Portable expressed his displeasure with VDM’s request, warning him to stop mentioning his name. He questioned VDM’s credibility, asking if he had N100 million to collaborate with him. Portable said: “You are already overstepping your boundaries, VDM or whatever you are called, you are overstepping. Stop talking about me, do not mention my name. “You just come from nowhere… You said that we should sing, do you have N100 million in your account to feature me?”

 No going back on Natasha's Suspension-Akpabio. President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has said the suspension of the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, is a settled case and would not be reversed, despite criticisms from chieftains of the opposition parties. Akpabio made the remarks at the weekend while addressing a delegation of the Niger Delta Ethnic Nationalities Youth Leaders Forum which paid him a solidarity visit in Abuja. Recall that Senator Natasha  Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for six months on Thursday by the Senate,  sequel to the adoption of recommendations of its Committee on Ethics, Privileges,    Code of Conduct and Public Petitions. Akpabio expressed disappointment over comments attributed to certain chieftains of the opposition parties whom he claimed were ignorant of the rules of the upper legislative chamber. The President of the Senate, who argued that there was no dissenting voice on the floor of the Senate, mai...

 DRC Authorities Offer $5 Million Reward for Help in Capturing Rebel Leaders The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has offered a $5 million reward to anyone who can help authorities arrest three leaders of rebel groups operating in the east of the country, according to Sputnik. "Anyone who ensures the arrest of convicted individuals Corneille Nangaa, Bertrand Bisimwa, and Sultani Makenga will receive a $5 million reward. Additionally, a reward of $4 million will be given for information leading to the arrest of their fugitive accomplices: Perrot Luwara, Irenge Baelenge, and other criminals wanted by justice," a communique from the DRC Ministry of Justice read. Nangaa is the leader of the Congo River Alliance (AFC) rebel coalition. Last summer, a DRC tribunal sentenced him in absentia to death for treason and war crimes. Along with him, there were 25 other people involved in the case, who also received the highest measure of punishment for treason and war cr...

 ATM Bombing Syndicate That Terrorized Limpopo Finally Arrested Limpopo police have arrested nine suspects believed to be behind a series of ATM bombings that rocked the province between 2023 and 2025. The breakthrough came after an intelligence-driven operation involving the Provincial Tracking Team, Investigations Unit, Capricorn Flying Squad, and a private security company. The syndicate’s reign of terror came to an end after their latest attacks on two ATMs, one in Morudji Village, Bolobedu, and another in Giyani. While fleeing from the second attack, they engaged in a shootout with police, abandoning a silver sedan before escaping on foot. Acting on intelligence, officers tracked the suspects as they attempted to flee to Gauteng. They intercepted two vehicles on the R81 highway near Mall of the North, arresting all nine occupants. A search of the vehicles led to the recovery of explosives, two illegal firearms with 33 rounds of ammunition, and dye-stained cash. The suspects, a...

 PRESS RELEASE CELEBRATING FEMALE EMPOWERMENT AND UNITY: FCT POWA MARKS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY. The Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), FCT Chapter, marked International Women’s Day on March 8, 2025, with a remarkable event celebrating the achievements and contributions of women to society. The gathering, held at the POWA Secretariat in Jabi, brought together Police officers’ wives, senior female Police officers, and students from various POWA schools across the FCT. The event was chaired by the FCT POWA Chairperson, Mrs. Disu Mutiat Olufunmilola, who was represented by Mrs. Veronica Iwodi, wife of the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Finance and Administration, FCT Police Command. The speech of the Chairperson, Mrs Disu Mutiat Olufunmilola, was read by Mrs. Veronica Iwodi conveying words of encouragement to all women, particularly those in challenging and demanding professions such as security and law enforcement. She stated: To every woman breaking barriers, j...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ADOPTS TASUED OGUN STATE AS FEDERAL UNIVERSITY The Federal Government has adopted the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ijagun, Ogun State as a Federal University.   Established by the Ogun State Government in 2005, TASUED holds the distinguished position as Nigeria's first specialised university of education. It was named after Dr Tai Solarin, a revered activist and the founder of Mayflower School in Ikenne.   As a federal institution, TASUED will be the first federally owned tertiary school in Ogun East senatorial district. With a well-developed infrastructure and academic programme, the transition requires minimal federal investment.   President Tinubu approved the adoption on Friday and thanked the Ogun State Government for inviting the Federal Government to take over the school, one of the state's best educational assets.   "It is an opportunity for the Federal Government to honour Chief Obafemi Awo...

 10,000 electric vehicles for Nigeria's North-East The Tinubu administration will soon begin mass electric vehicle transportation in northeast Nigeria, with the Federal Executive Council clearing the last obstacle to implementing the plan. Last week, the Council approved contracts worth almost $100 million, or N151.9 billion, to supply buses and tricycles and establish charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. The council approved the contract for the supply of ten 17-seater electric buses. Bluecrest Integrated Concept Limited, the beneficiary, will supply the buses within six months for N2.9 billion. Messrs Mutual Commitment Company Limited will supply 4000 e-tricycles for N49.6 billion within nine months, while Shanghai Integrated Infrastructure Development will supply 3,000 tricycles for N37.2 billion.  Sinoma Investment International Limited will supply another 3000 e-tricycles.  All the tricycles can carry nine passengers and the driver at a go. For a contract s...

 LAGOS MINISTRY SETS PACE IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.  In a significant display of commitment to human capital development, the Lagos State Ministry of Establishments and Training has, within the first two months of 2025, successfully conducted five high-impact training programmes for officers in the State Civil Service between Grade Levels 13 and 17. This unprecedented pace of capacity-building indicates the Ministry’s dedication to equipping public servants with the necessary skills to perform optimally in service delivery. Amongst the training programmes rolled out so far are “Leading in a Digital Age”, which focuses on preparing civil servants for leadership roles in an increasingly technology-driven world; “Effective Communication Skills and Emotional Intelligence”, designed to enhance interpersonal relationships and workplace efficiency, and “Enhancing Productivity and Integrity in a Smart City”, which emphasises the principles of efficiency, accountability and ethical gov...

 LASG DISTRIBUTES FOOD ITEMS TO VULNERABLE, PREGNANT WOMEN IN HEALTH DISTRICT IV As part of measures to cushion the effect of the current food inflation in the economy, the Lagos State Government has distributed various food items to vulnerable Pregnant women in Health District IV.  The distribution, which is courtesy of the Lagos State government, through the Office of Political Legislative and Civic Engagement and in conjunction with Health District IV, took place recently at the Akerele Primary Health Care Centre, during a Mother, Infant and Child Development (MICHD) programme. Speaking at the event, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Legislative and Political Affairs, Dr. Tajudeen Afolabi stated that Sanwo-Olu cares not just in words, but that the programme bears eloquent testimony to that Statement. The Special Adviser, who was represented by Dr. Omotayo Babatunde, a Director in the Office, reiterated that the Lagos State Government remains committed to the welfare of...

 An armed man believed to be traveling from Indiana was shot by U.S. Secret Service agents near the White House after a confrontation early Sunday, according to authorities.  No one else was injured in the shooting that happened around midnight about a block from the White House, according to a Secret Service statement. President Donald Trump was in Florida at the time of the shooting.  The Secret Service received information from local police about an alleged "suicidal individual" who was traveling from Indiana and found the man's car and a person matching his description nearby.  "As officers approached, the individual brandished a firearm and an armed confrontation ensued, during which shots were fired by our personnel," the Secret Service said in a statement.  The man was hospitalized. The Secret Service said his condition was "unknown." 

 Ogun State Approves Reconstruction of 11 Additional Roads The Ogun State Government has approved the reconstruction of 11 roads across its three senatorial districts. The approval was granted at the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Dapo Abiodun. Among the key projects is the Akute Bridge to Agbado (Lateef Jakande) Train Terminal/Pass/Agbado Bridge, spanning 9.2 km. Other notable roads include:  • Iperu Junction to Ilishan Roundabout (Gateway International Airport Road) – 5.5 km  • Imasayi-Igan Okoto-Ayetoro Road Phase 2B – 4 km  • Imasayi (end of phase 1) to Igan Okoto, Phase 2A – 3 km  • Gao Junction to Ibiade Road – 3.8 km  • Abeokuta Obalende-Ijebu Ode – 2.75 km  • Osinubi New Road (Araromi Street), Ijebu Ode – 1.1 km  • Tam Balogun, Ijebu Ode – 0.85 km  • Federal College Road, Odogbolu – 2.93 km  • General Hospital - Aferiku, Ipokia – 2.8 km  • Oke Erinja to Erinja to Ilobi Road, Phase 2 – 1.7 km Govern...

   Governor Sim Fubara invites Rivers State House of Assembly for meeting, set to accede to their demands.  GOVERNMENT OF RIVERS STATE OF NIGERIA Office Of The Secretary To The State Government oUR REF: GO/SSG/ADM/125/72 7th March, 2025 Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewhule, DSSRS The Rt. Honourable Speaker Rivers State House of Assembly Port Harcourt Rt. Honourable Sir,  MEETING BETWEEN THE GOVERNOR OF RIVERS STATE AND THE HONOURABLE MEMBERS RIVERS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY  I hereby write in furtherance of His Excellency's promise stated in my letter dated 5h March, 2025 to notify you that His Excellency has received the Supreme Court Judgment, and has therefore directed me to invite you and your colleagues - the Honourable members of Rivers State House of Assembly, to a meeting to discuss:- (Ö) Provision of a befitting space for the Assembly's sittings; (ü) Payment of all outstanding remuneration or allowances of the Honourable members; (i Presentation of Budget and sundr...