The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the closure of its national secretariat in Abuja, known as Buhari House, following the death of its Director of Administration, AbdulRauf Adekunle Adeniji. In a memo titled “Secretariat Closure for the Mourning of the Director of Administration,” the party confirmed the tragic development on Thursday. It revealed that Adeniji, who had been kidnapped several weeks ago, was killed last month. The secretariat will remain closed until Monday, April 14, 2025, to allow staff and party members time for reflection and prayer. “The National Secretary has approved the closure of the National Secretariat from…
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The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a N50 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Federal Government. Justice Inyang Ekwo struck out the case on Thursday due to lack of diligent prosecution, noting that neither Kanu nor the Federal Government was represented by legal counsel when the matter was called. He further observed that the suit had experienced three adjournments without proper representation, prompting the court’s decision to discontinue the case. Kanu had sued the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Attorney-General of the Federation,…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed by 161 individuals, including four Chinese nationals and several Nigerians, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged violations of their fundamental rights during an internet fraud investigation. In his ruling on Thursday, Justice James Omotosho said the suit lacked merit. The case, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/80/2025, was thrown out after the judge found that the EFCC followed due legal process in arresting and detaining the suspects. According to the judgment, the EFCC obtained two separate remand orders allowing it to hold the suspects between January 9 and January…
A 44-year-old man, Taiwo Adeyemi, was on Thursday brought before an Ikorodu Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for allegedly assaulting another man and causing severe injury to his eye. Adeyemi, whose residential address was not disclosed, is facing two charges: assault and causing grievous harm. He pleaded not guilty. According to the Prosecutor, Inspector Adegeshin Famuyiwa, the incident occurred on February 22 around 9 p.m. at the Energy Bus Stop in the Parafa area of Ikorodu. Famuyiwa said Adeyemi allegedly beat the complainant, Kazeem Abdullah, over an undisclosed issue, injuring his left eye and leaving him blind. The prosecutor stated that…
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has issued a stern warning to native doctors in the state, urging them to stop polluting streams and rivers with ritual materials. Speaking on Thursday in Awka during a gathering of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) supporters, Governor Soludo emphasized the importance of preserving water sources used by many residents for drinking, cooking, and other daily needs. “Stop contaminating our rivers and streams with ritual practices in the name of Odinani (tradition),” he said. “If you must carry out such practices, use a container—like a bucket—and avoid polluting public water sources. Contaminated water can…
A Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, on Thursday granted an order for substituted service of hearing notices on two individuals involved in the ongoing suit concerning the attempted recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Justice Isa Dashen issued the order after approving an ex parte application filed by the plaintiffs’ counsel, Dr. Ehiogie West-Idahosa, SAN, represented in court by Smart Nwachimere. The plaintiffs—Anebe Jacob-Ogirima, John Adebisi, Musa Siyaka-Adeiza, Ahmed Usman, and Maleek Yahaya—had earlier obtained an interim injunction on March 20, preventing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from accepting any recall petition against Akpoti-Uduaghan. However, that order was…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has apprehended a suspect involved in illegal oil bunkering activities. According to the NSCDC, the arrest followed the interception of a large boat transporting stolen crude oil. Officials of the corps also seized and destroyed the vessel, along with a massive container filled with an unquantified volume of illegally acquired crude oil. A statement released by the NSCDC on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, confirmed the operation, stating: “Arrest of one suspect, confiscation and destruction of a large boat containing illegally acquired crude oil and a large pour-put reservoir filled with unquantifiable volume…
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of Justice Ibitola Adebisi Sotuminu, a former Chief Judge of Lagos State, who died at the age of 86. In a statement released on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the late jurist. He also commiserated with the Body of Benchers, the Nigerian Bar Association, the National Council of Women’s Societies, and the International Federation of Women Lawyers. Describing Justice Sotuminu as a woman of integrity, honour, and diligence, Tinubu reflected on their time working together…
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has declared the start of a statewide campaign for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 reelection. He made the announcement on Wednesday in Benin City while receiving Kaycee Osamwonyi, a member of the Edo State House of Assembly, who defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Osamwonyi, who represents the Uhunmwonde constituency and sits on the House committee on budget and appropriation, was first welcomed by APC state chairman Jarrett Tenebe before being formally presented to the governor. Welcoming the defector, Okpebholo praised Osamwonyi and four others who recently…
The House of Representatives Committee on Army has condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Uromi, Edo State, describing the incident as a disturbing example of rising jungle justice and the urgent need for reform in Nigeria’s internal security system. Chairman of the Committee, Babajimi Benson, who represents Ikorodu Federal Constituency, spoke exclusively to The PUNCH in Abuja on Wednesday. He emphasized the importance of professional training and regulation of vigilante groups across the country to prevent lawlessness in communities. “The killing of 16 hunters in Edo is tragic and deeply concerning,” Benson said. “It highlights the need for a…