The House of Representatives has instructed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to block access to pornographic websites nationwide. The decision followed a motion presented by Dalhatu Tafaki, a lawmaker from Katsina State, who argued that unrestricted access to explicit content is eroding societal and moral values. Tafaki highlighted concerns raised by psychologists and sociologists, noting that many young Nigerians have become addicted to such content, which could have serious psychological and social consequences. He also referenced countries in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia where similar restrictions have been enforced. “Experts have warned about the mental, psychological, and social impact…
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The Supreme Court has affirmed Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the duly elected governor of Ondo State, dismissing an appeal filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Agboola Ajayi. In the lead judgment delivered by Justice Garba Lawal on Tuesday, the apex court upheld the decisions of the Federal High Court and the Court of Appeal, both of which had earlier dismissed Ajayi’s case. Ajayi had challenged Aiyedatiwa’s victory, citing discrepancies in the name change of his running mate, Olayide Adelami. He alleged that Adelami had changed his middle name from “Jackson” to…
The Labour Party leadership has inaugurated a three-member committee aimed at resolving the strained relationship between some of its National Assembly lawmakers and the party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure. This development was disclosed on Tuesday through a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, in Abuja. The reconciliation committee comprises lawmakers Ben Etanabene, who will serve as chairman, along with Mathew Nworgu and Chinedu Obika. The rift between Abure and several Labour Party lawmakers has lingered since last year, following the controversial Anambra convention, which reaffirmed Abure’s leadership. The disagreement has been further intensified by an internal…
The Niger State Police Command has begun an investigation to identify and apprehend a police officer who allegedly shot and killed a resident while under the influence of alcohol. According to reports, the incident occurred in the early hours of Monday in the Angwan-Kaje area of Chanchaga Local Government Area. The officer, attached to the Maitumbi Police Station, was said to have consumed a large quantity of alcohol before picking up his rifle and firing indiscriminately. One of the bullets fatally struck a resident identified simply as Sani, who was reportedly asleep at the time. Eyewitnesses also claimed that the…
The Kebbi State Government has confirmed the death of 26 individuals following a suspected outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis in Aliero, Gwandu, and Jega local government areas. Cerebrospinal meningitis is a life-threatening condition that causes inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is typically caused by bacterial or viral infections and can be transmitted from person to person. Common symptoms include high fever, intense headache, neck stiffness, nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light. Without prompt medical attention, the disease can lead to severe complications or death. Further updates are expected as investigations continue. (Prompt news)
A violent altercation between two communities in Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State has led to the destruction of at least 26 thatched houses and 16 granaries, according to the police. In a statement issued on Monday, the state’s police spokesperson, SP Lawan Shiisu, disclosed that the conflict broke out when a group from Zangon Maje stormed the Gidan Na Ruwa Fulani settlement late on Sunday night, carrying torches and shouting war chants. “The approaching group caused panic among the residents, prompting them to flee for safety,” Mr. Shiisu said. Following a distress call, the divisional police officer in…
Federal University Lokoja (FUL) has reopened after a three-week shutdown caused by student protests. In a statement issued on Monday in Lokoja, the university’s registrar and secretary to the council, Rebecca Okojie, announced that the institution would resume operations on Tuesday, March 11, with lectures scheduled to begin on Monday, March 17. She explained that the decision was made following an emergency Senate meeting held on March 10, during which the reopening was approved. “The Senate has approved the reopening of the university starting from Tuesday, March 11. This decision follows ongoing discussions and efforts to resolve the issues that…
Unidentified gunmen have killed Oluwatosin Onamade, a chairmanship aspirant for Ijede Local Council Development Area under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State. The attack occurred on Saturday night in Ijede, Ikorodu. His brother, Oluwafemi Onamade, revealed that the assailants had been monitoring him for a while before executing the attack. Oluwafemi explained that the attackers, who were dressed in black and concealed their faces, initially shot at Onamade. However, when the bullets did not seem to have an immediate effect, they used a machete on his head and face. “The incident happened around 9 p.m. on Saturday. Two…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reported that eight individuals lost their lives in a fatal accident at Agbede, along the Benin-Auchi road in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State. Cyril Mathew, the FRSC Sector Commander in Edo, disclosed this on Monday in Benin City. He explained that the accident happened on Sunday when a truck, while descending Ewu Hill toward Auchi, experienced brake failure and collided with multiple vehicles caught in traffic. Eyewitness accounts indicated that the impact caused a fire, which engulfed several vehicles, leading to multiple casualties. The accident involved four vehicles, including two…
The Lagos State Police Command has sealed a church following the suspected murder of a 28-year-old Lagos State University (LASU) graduate, Adedamola Ogunbode. Command spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development during a press briefing on Monday at the command headquarters in Ikeja. He said the church was sealed to prevent a possible mob attack, following intelligence reports that some individuals were planning to set it on fire in retaliation. “We had to seal the church to preserve it as a crime scene and to avoid any destruction. Investigators may need to revisit the location multiple times to gather evidence,”…