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 Tinubu saved Fubara from impeachment – Obidike Suspended Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara should be grateful to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for saving him from impeachment, and All Progressives Chieftain, Hon Obidike Chukwuebuka, has stated.  He said Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State saved Fubara from the shame. Reacting to the development on Wednesday, Obidike said: “While details of the alleged impeachment threat are scarce, President Tinubu’s involvement has significantly shaped Rivers State’s political landscape.  “His commitment to promoting peace and stability was evident in a recent meeting with Governor Fubara and stakeholders, emphasizing unity and cooperation. “As the situation unfolds, Governor Fubara’s fate remains closely tied to President Tinubu’s influence, with potential far-reaching implications for the state’s politics.”

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE WE WILL COLLABORATE WITH YOU ON BUILDING REGULATIONS, CHIEF OF STAFF ASSURES NIGERIA INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS The Chief of Staff to the President, Rt Hon Femi Gbajabiamila has assured the Nigerian Institute of Architects, (NIA) that the Federal Government will collaborate with the institute to ensure proper regulation in order to curtail the incessant building collapse witnessed in different parts of the country. Hon Gbajabiamila spoke at the State House on Wednesday when he received on a courtesy visit, a delegation of the Nigerian Institute of Architects, led by its National President, Arc. Mobolaji Adeniyi.   He noted that every profession had its challenges, and that quackery remained a major challenge in the industry, declaring that it was imperative for the institute to intensify its efforts towards sanitizing the building space.   According to the Chief of Staff, “I think it is important for proper regulation in the industry; You must addre...

 Court reverses order which nullified Senate action during Natasha’s suit against Akpabio  The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, set aside its earlier order which nullified any action taken during  Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s pending suit which challenges her suspension by the Senate over allegations of misconduct. Justice Obiora Egwuatu gave the order in a ruling on Wednesday. Recall  that Akpoti-Uduaghan had filed a motion ex parte marked FHC/ABJ/CS/384/2025, suing the Clerk of the National Assembly (NASS), the Senate, the Senate President, and Senator Neda Imasuem, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct. On March 4, 2025, Justice Egwuatu granted Akpoti-Uduaghan’s motion, barring the parties from taking further action against her while the suit was pending( Order 4). In subsequent proceedings, Justice Egwuatu ordered the defendants to file their defense in the case. At Wednesday’s proceedings, counsel for t...

 A Merchant Navy officer from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, was brutally murdered, chopped into pieces, and sealed in a drum with cement. His wife, Muskaan Rastogi, and her lover, Sahil Shukla, carried out the crime after an extramarital affair. Police uncovered a shocking story of betrayal and murder. Saurabh Rajput and Muskaan had a love marriage in 2016, but tensions arose after he quit his job. In 2019, they had a daughter, but their marriage suffered when Saurabh discovered Muskaan’s affair. Hoping to save his family, he rejoined the Merchant Navy in 2023. He returned home on February 24 for his daughter’s birthday, unaware that his murder had already been planned. On March 4, Muskaan drugged Saurabh, and once he was unconscious, she and Sahil killed him with a knife. They chopped up his body, placed it in a drum, and sealed it with cement. To cover their tracks, they traveled to Manali with Saurabh’s phone, posting updates on his social media to mislead others. When Saurabh’s family...

 SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS BLOCKS OF CLASSROOMS IN KOSOFE, IKORODU •Charges students on academic excellence   In line with his administration's commitment to provide quality education for students in Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, inaugurated the ultra-modern block of classrooms with a mini football pitch and a multi-purpose sports court at Keme Balogun Junior/Senior College, Ibeshe, Ikorodu. Governor Sanwo-Olu also commissioned a modern block of classrooms and other facilities at Ajegunle Junior High School, Owode-Onirin in Kosofe and Odogunyan Junior Grammar School in Ikorodu. The inauguration heralded the commissioning of 16 ultra-modern blocks of classrooms of secondary schools facilitated by the Special Committee on Rehabilitation of Public Schools (SCRPS) across the six education districts in Lagos State. Other school projects are located in Awori Junior College, Ojo; Euba Junior High School, Mushin; Ipara Junior College, Majiyagbe; Mainland Junior S...

  PRESS RELEASE 19/03/2025 Abia Police Command Upholds Discipline: Dismisses an Officer for unethical conduct 1. The public is hereby notified that AP/NO 338736 Inspector Kufere Moses, formerly serving at Mopol 55 PMF Aba and attached to UBA Bank Guard in Aba, Abia State has been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force, effective 21st February 2025. He has also been de-kitted, and all police accouterments have been retrieved from him. 2. This action follows administrative disciplinary measures taken against him by the command for Discreditable Conduct and offenses against discipline. 3. The Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, reaffirms the Command’s zero tolerance for unprofessional conduct. He assures the public that the Command will not condone the activities of bad elements within the force. Under his leadership, the Command remains committed to the Inspector General of Police’s vision of ensuring a professionally competent, service-driven, rule-of-law-co...

 Attorney General of the Federation and Justice Minister Prince Lateef Fagbemi clarifies the declaration by President Bola Tinubu of the state of emergency in Rivers State.   Transcript of the Press Conference on Wednesday 19 March, 2025  at the State House, Abuja  Opening Remarks by Prince Fagbemi: It’s no longer news that the president of the nation, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, yesterday, took the bull by the horns to do what was required of a statesman, a patriot and a head of State and commander in chief of the armed forces.  The events in Rivers State started long ago, and he tried to intervene many times. Apart from that, well-meaning Nigerians, leaders of thought, and concerned citizens have also attempted to settle the matter without any result. The president came out boldly yesterday to say the situation cannot be allowed to continue, a situation in which the critical economic life of the nation, what is giving lifeline to the nation to be, y...

 EFCC Arraigns Works Ministry Director, Surveyor for N1.9bn Fraud The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, arraigned a former Deputy Director , Highways,   Federal Ministry of Works and Housing,  Augustine Ojo Olowoniyan, alongside a surveyor, Sulaiman Abdulkadir Muhammed of the Department of Highways and Planning before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT,  High Court, Apo, Abuja. They were arraigned on a three-count charge bordering on alleged diversion and misappropriation of public funds amounting to N1,936,961,649.00 (One Billion, Nine Hundred and Thirty-Six Million, Nine Hundred and Sixty-One Thousand, Six Hundred and Forty-Nine Naira ). The alleged offence is contrary to Section 19 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, 2000. The funds were reportedly earmarked for the acquisition of titles for  federal roads nationwide between March 4, 2019, and July 17, 2020, but ...

 We'll make Olumo Rock tourism destination of choice - Abiodun The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said his government will make Olumo Rock the best tourism destination in the country. He also stated that his administration will now shift its focus to tourism as a deliberate policy to benefit from the potential inherent in that sector of the economy. According to the Governor, a plan would be developed to ensure that the Olumo Rock Tourist Center receives the befitting presentation it deserves. Governor Abiodun spoke on Wednesday while inspecting the Olumo Rock Tourist Center, which he said represents the deep culture, history, and tradition of Egbaland and the state as a whole, with over 20,000 visitors in 2024. "Now, the tables have finally turned to tourism, and we are going to be very deliberate about pushing the frontier in our tourist development. "Tourism with the potential it offers is not only a source of income or revenue for any state or nation. W...

 Ijoba Lande slams Portable for singing about wife’s infidelity Popular content creator, Ganiyu Kehinde Morufu aka Ijoba Lande has lashed out at singer Portable for composing a song that appears to mock his family dynamics. Lande’s outrage stems from Portable’s decision to capitalise on his highly publicised infidelity scandal involving his estranged wife, Dara. The comedian has been embroiled in a bitter feud with his wife, with both parties trading accusations of infidelity. In a video message shared on his social media page, Lande vowed to take action against Portable, stating, “Portable, I see all the nonsense you are doing. You are using my life story to sing. You will pay for it.” Lande also referenced a past incident where Portable’s wife was allegedly unfaithful, saying, “When they slept with one of your wives the other time, you were crying all over the Internet. Don’t worry, you will pay for your crimes someday.”

 Rivers: Tinubu has committed impeachable offence – Abati Dr. Reuben Abati, a veteran journalist and former Senior Adviser on Media and Publicity to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, on Wednesday, said that President Bola Tinubu has committed impeachable offence. Abati argued that a governor cannot be removed from office by the proclamation of the president of Nigeria. He made the assertion on Wednesday during the Arise Television’s Morning Show programme. The statement comes after Tinubu on Tuesday night declared a state of emergency in Rivers State. The President made the pronouncement in a nationwide broadcast to the nation. Tinubu claimed that he was “greatly disturbed about the political crisis” in the state and accused Governor Siminilayi Fubara of demolishing the State House of Assembly building. He said having made an evaluation of the situation, he has decided to “declare a state of emergency from March 18”. However, Abati said that President Tinubu violated the Constitution...

  The Nigerian Senate suspended its plenary session on Wednesday, announcing that the debate on President Bola Tinubu's declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State will now take place on Thursday. The postponement came after a two-hour delay in the commencement of the plenary, as many senators had not taken their seats. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, who sponsored the motion, moved to step it down until Thursday, citing Order 1(b) of the Senate Standing Orders 2023 (as amended). The motion was seconded by Minority Leader Abba Moro. The motion expresses concerns over the deteriorating security situation in Rivers State, citing threats from militants and incidents of oil pipeline vandalism. To approve the declaration, the Senate requires a two-thirds majority (73 out of 109 senators). However, there are fears that the Senate may not meet this requirement on Thursday. The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, put the postponement to a voice vote, which was approved by ma...

 In a shocking case of animal cruelty, Bengaluru police have arrested a man for allegedly sexually assaulting and mutilating a stray dog. The horrifying incident came to light when Vidya, a local animal lover who regularly feeds strays, found the injured dog and rushed it to safety.   The distressing condition of the dog prompted immediate intervention, with animal welfare activists and concerned citizens demanding strict action. Police launched an investigation based on Vidya’s report, leading to the suspect’s arrest. Authorities are now examining the full extent of the abuse and considering stringent legal action.   The case has sparked outrage across social media, with calls for harsher punishment for crimes against animals. Activists argue that such cruelty highlights the urgent need for stronger animal protection laws and stricter enforcement.   Meanwhile, the rescued dog is receiving medical care and is on the path to recovery. Animal rights grou...

  Reps In Heated Argument On Rivers Emergency Rule As House Begins Plenary Reps in shouting match ahead of Rivers emergency rule debate Members of the House of Representatives engaged in a heated exchange as the green chamber prepares to debate the emergency rule in Rivers State. The shouting match began as the legislators entered the chamber ahead of Wednesday’s plenary. As of the time of filing this report, the House had entered into session. Recall that President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday declared a state of emergency in Rivers following the prolonged political crisis in the South-South state. The president also suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and members of the state assembly for six months. Tinubu also nominated a former Chief Of Naval Staff, Vice-admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, to administer the state. Reacting, the spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Akin Rotimi, said Tinubu informed the national assembly through a letter before the emergency procl...

 "Our governor is peaceful and we love him. Leave us in peace" - Actress Ibinabo Fiberesima cries bitterly over Rivers State crisis.  Watch video below. 

  Tinubu swears-in Ibas as Rivers sole administrator President Bola Tinubu has sworn- in the sole administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Étè Ibas (retd.), into office. Tinubu swore Ibas into office at about 03:00 pm at the State House, Abuja. The brief ceremony was witnessed by the President’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, the Attorney General of the Federation, Mr Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, and the Principal Secretary to the President, Mr Hakeem Muri-Okunola. Ibas arrived at the Presidential Villa at about 12:48 pm (local time). ACCORDING TO ANOTHER SOURCE: Rivers State Administrator Sworn In President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in former Chief of Naval Staff, Rear Admiral Ibok-Étè Ibas (Rtd.), as the Sole Administrator of Rivers State. The brief swearing-in ceremony took place on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, with key government officials, including State Chief of Protocol Ambassador Adekunle Adeleke, in attendance. Ibas' appointment follows the state...

 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE VP SHETTIMA TO HARVARD ALUMNI President Tinubu Has Proved His Leadership Mettle * *Says we're exploring alternative energy sources, investing in green technology to transform lives of Nigerians The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has proved his mettle as a courageous and decisive leader through bold and hard policies, including the removal of subsidy on petroleum products, which are gradually transforming Nigeria into one of the largest economies in the world. He assured, however, that measures being put in place to address the challenges caused by the subsidy removal such as alternative energy sources, and investment in green technology will soon improve the living standard of Nigerians. The Vice President stated this on Tuesday when he received a delegation from the Harvard Kennedy School Alumni on a Nigeria-Ghana Trek at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Fielding questions from the Harvard students alongside t...

 PRESS RELEASE MATAWALLE BACKS PRESIDENT TINUBU’S DECLARATION OF STATE OF EMERGENCY IN RIVERS STATE …Urges all parties to respect the declaration and warns against attacks on government facilities The Honourable Minister of State for Defence H.E. Dr. Bello Mohammad Matawalle MON,has expressed his strong support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, emphasizing that this decisive action is vital for restoring stability to the state’s turbulent political landscape. Matawalle stated that the declaration is a necessary measure to address the ongoing political crisis, which has hindered the delivery of democratic governance and the welfare of the people of Rivers State. He called  on all political actors involved in the crisis to adhere to the President’s declaration and work collaboratively towards a peaceful resolution. In light of the current situation, the Minister reiterated that the Nigerian Military is on high alert to safegua...

 NASA Astronauts Return to Earth After Nine-Month Space Stranding NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who were stranded in space for months due to technical issues, have finally returned to Earth. Their journey concluded on Wednesday as SpaceX’s Dragon Freedom capsule safely splashed down off the Florida coast, ending a mission that was initially set to last just eight days but extended to nine months. NASA confirmed their arrival in a post on X, stating, “Home sweet home. NASA’s SpaceX #Crew9 touched down at Johnson Space Center’s Ellington Field in Houston at 11:19 pm CDT, March 18, after their @Space_Station mission and successful splashdown earlier this afternoon.” Williams and Wilmore had traveled to the International Space Station in June 2024 aboard Boeing’s Starliner for its first crewed test flight. However, the capsule suffered multiple technical failures and was deemed unsafe for their return. NASA later sent the Starliner back to Earth empty in September,...