The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions has advised a six-month suspension for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central. This follows her accusations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. During Thursday’s plenary session, the committee recommended that her salary and security details be withdrawn. Senator Neda Imasuen, the committee’s chairman, stated that Akpoti-Uduaghan was found guilty of all allegations against her, citing her failure to appear before the committee for a review of her conduct. Additionally, she is expected to issue a formal apology to the Senate for what has been described as disrespectful behavior. The…
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The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the fatal shooting of a 24-year-old man, Saheed Jinadu, by gunmen at Osuke Village in Ota. Police spokesperson Omolola Odutola disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, revealing that a report was filed on February 27 at about 2:20 p.m. by Olusoji Jinadu, a resident of Iju Mosque Compound, Osuke, Ota. According to the report, armed hoodlums led by a suspect identified as Elijah arrived at the Osuke Muslim prayer ground around 8:00 a.m. on a motorcycle and began shooting indiscriminately. The attack caused panic among residents and endangered lives. Saheed Jinadu was…
On Thursday, the Federal High Court, Lagos Division, declined the arraignment of Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, a former manager of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. Justice Alexander Owoeye held that the court would not proceed with the case until an ongoing administrative process was concluded. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission charged Mr Onyedikachukwu and his company, Eezee Tee, with money laundering and dishonest conversion of $340,000. During Thursday’s proceedings, prosecutor Bilikisu Buhari appeared for the EFCC, while Chikaosolu Ojukwu and Monday Ubani represented the defence. Ms Buhari informed the court that the matter was set for arraignment, and the defence confirmed their…
Armed personnel from the Air Force Base in Ikeja, Lagos, assaulted PUNCH correspondent Dare Olawin on Thursday after storming the headquarters of the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (Ikeja Electric). The attack took place around 7:40 a.m. at the DisCo’s office opposite MITV, Ikeja. Journalists had gathered there before heading to Adiyan, Ogun State, for the unveiling of a solar project. Upon spotting Olawin, a TVC cameraman, and another reporter inside a coaster bus, the military personnel forcefully removed them, beat them, and made them sit on the floor. The journalist’s Android phone, an Itel phone, and a power bank were…
The price of Bonny Light, Nigeria’s premium crude, has fallen by 20%, dropping to $67 per barrel from $84.02 in January 2025. This decline raises concerns about the Federal Government’s ability to meet its 2025 budget revenue targets. The 2025 budget is based on a crude oil price benchmark of $75 per barrel, with a projected production of 2.06 million barrels per day (bpd). The government expects to generate N36.35 trillion in revenue, with 56% coming from oil sales. However, the price drop represents a 10.7% potential decline in oil revenue, while current production remains at 1.7 million bpd—significantly below…
A dispute over access to water in Ilughagba, Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, escalated into a violent confrontation on Monday, leaving six people injured and several shops damaged. The incident, which occurred around 6 p.m., reportedly began when a local resident fetching water from the only borehole in the community had his bucket removed by an unidentified member of the Hausa community, sparking a heated argument that soon turned into a larger clash. According to an eyewitness, Bolu Dauda, six individuals sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving medical care. The borehole at the center of…
Media personality Kikelomo Atanda-Owo has condemned Senate Deputy Chief Whip Onyekachi Nwaebonyi for his response to Senator Natasha Akpoti’s sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Senator Natasha alleged that Akpabio made inappropriate advances toward her during a visit to his residence in December 2023 to celebrate his birthday. She also claimed a similar incident occurred when she visited his office to discuss her motion on the Ajaokuta Steel Company. In response, Senator Nwaebonyi, who attended the birthday event, dismissed her claims, insisting that Akpabio never acted in such a manner. He accused Natasha of fabricating the allegation because…
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has refuted claims suggesting that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan previously accused him of sexual harassment. The allegation surfaced in a media report on Wednesday, which stated that Senator Cyril Fasuyi (APC, Ekiti North) referenced such claims during a Senate plenary session. In response, Fayemi’s media office, through its head, Ahmad Sajoh, dismissed the report as misleading. The statement clarified that a review of the plenary session’s records showed that Senator Fasuyi never made such an assertion and that the claim was a misrepresentation of his remarks. “Our attention has been drawn to a…
Gospel singer Mercy Chinwo has filed a N1 billion defamation lawsuit against social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The legal action follows alleged defamatory statements made by VeryDarkMan on social media, accusing Chinwo of being involved in a contractual dispute and allegedly diverting $345,000 linked to her former record label boss, Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, also known as EeZee Tee. Chinwo, through her lawyer Pelumi Olajengbesi, is seeking a court order compelling VeryDarkMan to delete all defamatory posts, issue a public retraction, and publish an apology across…
Renowned singer 2Baba Idibia has sparked reactions with his recent performance at an event, despite ongoing controversy surrounding his absence from his family. The music icon recently made headlines after announcing his divorce from Annie Idibia and subsequent engagement to Natasha Osawaru, a member of the Edo State House of Assembly. The situation took a dramatic turn when his family issued a statement declaring him missing, further fueling public speculation. Amid the controversy, a video has surfaced online showing 2Baba performing at what appears to be a birthday celebration. In the clip, the singer is seen entertaining the crowd with…