As the Nigerian space is filled with different versions of the national anthem, while some even make a caricature of a national symbol of such magnitude, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) through a press release, signed by its Deputy Director, Press. Paul Odenyi boldly refute media reports insinuating that the Agency must give permission for use of the National Anthem. The correct interpretation of what the Director General said at Radio Kwara during an interview is that the agency as custodian of the National symbols, will issue correct and official…
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Court to hear APC’s suit seeking Ighodalo’s disqualification Sept. 19
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday, fixed Sept. 19 to hear a suit filed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) seeking the disqualification of Asue Ighodalo, the PDP candidate for the Sept. 21 governorship election in Edo.Justice Peter Lifu fixed the hearing of all pending applications after lawyers to the parties in the suit reached an agreement for the adjournment to allow PDP’s Counsel, Oyetola Atoyebi, SAN, respond to the plaintiff’s amended originating summons.The APC, in the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/1001/2024, had sued INEC, Ighodalo and PDP as 1st…
Read MoreDr. Obinna Okpara Takes the Helm as Chairman for the Iwaji Akokwa 2023 New Yam Festival
On this auspicious day of August 25, 2023, the Akokwa community indulges in the consumption of new yam, marking a significant moment in their illustrious history. The anticipation for the annual festival, which encompasses culture, tradition, style, and glamour, is met with a sense of nostalgia. However, the 2023 edition stands out as a truly exceptional affair, with Dr. (Ambassador) Obinna Okpara (Nmirioma) assuming the role of chairman. Dr. Okpara’s appointment as the overseer of the new year festival, known as Ozo ji 2023, was bestowed upon him by the…
Read MoreMy father’s disciplinary approach contributed tremendously to my success, says Afe-Babalola
A legal practitioner, Mr Tunde Afe-Babalola, SAN, says his father’s disciplinary approach contributed tremendously to his success in his endeavour.Tunde, son of the legal luminary, Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, made this known in an interviewThe lawyer, who recalled that his father would be celebrating his 60th anniversary of his call to Bar on July 9, said the legal giant’s attributes had helped him to grow in the profession.“My father’s attributes include hard work, dedication, generosity, sacrifice, resilience, trust, fear of God, love for mankind, etc.“These same attributes which he has,…
Read MoreSTRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY AND GOOD GOVERNANCE THROUGH OBEDIENCE TO THE LAWS OF THE FEDERATION OF NIGERIA
By Dr. Oluwole Daini As much as majority of Nigeria citizens, just like many other nationalities across the world, desire democracy and good governance, it is important to always take cognizance of the fact that effective democratic government can only survive through obedience to the extant laws of the land. This is the hallmark of rule of law, which is the restriction of the arbitrary exercise of power by subordinating it to well-defined and established laws, or the political ideal that all citizens and institution within the country are accountable…
Read MoreFegge Police Division, Onitsha Receives Facelift, Officers, Men Elated
Alphonsus Nweze The Nigerian Police have always come under stringent and consistent criticism for poor performance, engaging in extortion, intimidation, abuse of people’s rights, bribery and corruption. But most of these criticisms failed to take into cognisance the adverse and poor working conditions of Police personnel in Nigeria.Apart from relative poor remuneration and allowances, those incentives and facilities that would help them to at least put up modest performance such as operational vehicles, office and residential accomodation and generally conducive working environment among others are grossly lacking in most Police…
Read MoreElectoral (Amendment) Act, 2022: The Big Hurdle Before Federal High Court Judges
By Taiye Agbaje The Chief Judge (CJ) of the Federal High Court (FHC), Justice John Tsoho, recently, said no fewer than 556 pre-election matters were pending before the court as the country prepared for the 2023 general elections.According to Justice Tsoho, a total of 1,838 pre-election cases were filed in the court, out of which 1,285 cases have been disposed of, leaving a total of 556 cases pending.It is a common knowledge that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had scheduled the Presidential and National Assembly elections for Feb. 25…
Read More2023 Senatorial Race in Anambra: Umeh, Ekwunife, Oduah, Ubah, Azubogu, Others in a Race of Their Lives
Alphonsus Nweze The Anambra State political gladiators like their counterparts in other parts of the country have filed out for the 2023 legislative contests.Since the Governorship slot will not be in contention in the state in 2023, the key contest in the State will revolve around National Assembly election on February and State Assembly election on March 2023 respectively.Key political figures in the State who have indicated their interest in the race and satisfied the conditions set out by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the poll have been…
Read MoreWe are committed to retooling governance and offering a secure and united Nigeria – Peter Obi
FELLOW Nigerians, as our dear country marks her 62nd Independence anniversary, I bring you fraternal greetings. Even as we remain thankful, prayerful and hopeful for a brighter future; we are mindful that many Nigerians are resigned, frustrated and tired of the many years of leadership failure. Many of our compatriots remain in captivity held by bandits; millions are living in IDP camps as their homes are now part of ungoverned spaces. Many Nigerian children go to bed hungry. Such people can hardly fathom the concept of independence and freedom; let…
Read MoreIs plea bargain fair practice in Nigeria’s criminal justice system?
By Taiye Agbaje,News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) The judiciary is the arm of government that protects the rule of law and ensures the supremacy of the law; it interprets the law and safeguards rights of the individual or group of individuals and entities. And in doing so, the court also exercises judicial powers to try criminal offences taking into consideration the provisions of the law. One of such provisions is the plea bargain under the Nigerian criminal justice system. Lawyers are divided on the effectiveness of plea bargain as an…
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