The political crisis in Rivers State took another turn on Sunday as Gov. Siminalayi Fubara invited the faction of the House of Assembly led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule for a meeting. The invitation was contained in a letter issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Tammy Danagogo, and made available to journalists inContinueContinue reading “Just In: Fubara invites 27 pro-Wike lawmakers to crucial meeting”
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Ondo: New LG boss reaffirms commitment to workers welfare
By Aderemi Bamgbose Mr Andrew Ogunsakin, Executive Chairman, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to staff welfare and improved working conditions.Ogunsakin reaffirmed his commitment during a crucial meeting held on Thursday with the staff of the local government at the secretariat in Okitiipupa.“A labourer is entitled to his wages”ContinueContinue reading “Ondo: New LG boss reaffirms commitment to workers welfare”
Just In: Former Presidential aide, Okupe is dead
A prominent Nigerian politician and a former presidential aide, Dr. Doyin Okupe has died at the age of 72It was gathered that Okupe died on Friday morning after battling a protracted illness suspected to be cancer.Okupe was in 2022 appointed as the Director-General of the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Campaign for the 2023 election.He was,ContinueContinue reading “Just In: Former Presidential aide, Okupe is dead”
Tinubu’s wife break silence over Natasha, Akpabio’s feud
Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, wife of President Bola Tinubu, has reacted to the sexual harassment allegations made by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.Speaking in anticipation of International Women’s Day, Tinubu stressed that the Senate is a respected institution that should be treated with maturity.She expressed confidence that lawmakers are addressing the issue appropriately,ContinueContinue reading “Tinubu’s wife break silence over Natasha, Akpabio’s feud”
Breaking: Senate committee recommends six-month suspension for senator Natasha
The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions has recommended a six-month suspension for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, following her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. This decision comes in the wake of a tumultuous ongoing plenary session on Thursday, during which the committee advised that Akpoti-Uduaghan’s salaryContinueContinue reading “Breaking: Senate committee recommends six-month suspension for senator Natasha”
Senate rejects Natasha’s sexual harassment petition against Akpabio
The Senate has rejected a sexual harassment petition filed by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. At the beginning of Wednesday’s plenary, Sen. Natasha submitted the petition against Akpabio. She stood up, stated that she had a petition, read it aloud, and submitted it, which Akpabio accepted. However, a heated session ensued whenContinueContinue reading “Senate rejects Natasha’s sexual harassment petition against Akpabio”
Natasha submits sexual harassment petition against Akpabio to Senate
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senator representing Kogi Central, on Wednesday submitted a sexual harassment petition against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio. The petition was submitted on the floor of the Senate after it resumed plenary. The Senate had earlier said it was not investigating the allegations because there was no formal petition against AkpabioContinueContinue reading “Natasha submits sexual harassment petition against Akpabio to Senate”
Breaking: Meranda resigns as Lagos Speaker, Obasa reinstated
Impeached Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has been reinstated as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly following the resignation of Mojisola Meranda.Meranda, who stepped down from the speakership on Monday, was subsequently elected as the Deputy Speaker Expressing her commitment to the role, Meranda assured that she would continue to serve the stateContinueContinue reading “Breaking: Meranda resigns as Lagos Speaker, Obasa reinstated”
Just In: Supreme court nullifies Rivers LG election
The Supreme Court has nullified the election of all 23 Local Government chairmen in Rivers State, declaring the exercise conducted by Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) on October 5, 2024, as invalid.Delivering the judgment, Justice Jamilu Tukur ruled that the election grossly violated the Electoral Act, rendering its outcome null and void.Justice Tukur statedContinueContinue reading “Just In: Supreme court nullifies Rivers LG election”
Natasha accuses Akpabio of sexual harassment
Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment, adding a new dimension to their ongoing political feud. The Kogi Central lawmaker made the allegation on Friday, stating that her issues with Akpabio go beyond legislative disagreements and include acts of gender-based intimidation and harassment. This comes amid a long-standing dispute betweenContinueContinue reading “Natasha accuses Akpabio of sexual harassment”