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The Abia State Government has announced that land documents—both for developed and undeveloped properties—will be revoked if owners fail to submit them for recertification. Abia State Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Chaka Ikenna Chukwumerije, made this known on Thursday in Umuahia while declaring the commencement of enforcement for title recertification and ground rent demand notices. He stated that despite multiple deadline extensions since May 2024, many landowners have yet to comply with the directive. The government had previously instructed property owners to provide proof of submission of their title documents for recertification, evidence of up-to-date ground rent payments, and other…

The Forward Operating Base (FOB) Escravos of the Nigerian Navy has deactivated three illegal refining sites in Delta State. Navy Captain Ikenna Okoloagu, Commanding Officer of FOB Escravos, disclosed this to journalists on Thursday in Warri, Delta State. He stated that the sites were dismantled on Monday following credible intelligence. According to Okoloagu, the illegal refining operations were located in the coastal community of Oteghele, within the Obodo Omadino area of Warri South-West Local Government Area. The sites contained approximately 2,700 liters of stolen crude oil and 2,200 liters of illegally refined Automotive Gasoline Oil (AGO). The products were stored…

Laolu Akande, former spokesman to ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, has criticized Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara for failing to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in court. Speaking on Channels Television, Akande argued that Fubara should not have waited for seven Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors to take the matter to the Supreme Court but should have taken legal action himself. He described the move as unconstitutional, emphasizing that an elected president cannot unilaterally suspend an elected governor. “It’s commendable that PDP governors have stepped in, but I’m surprised Governor Fubara is just sitting back. If…

Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has revealed why he is determined to dismantle the Labour Party’s Obidient Movement. Speaking in an interview with News Central on Thursday, Omokri stated that his decision stemmed from his role in Peter Obi’s political journey. According to him, he was instrumental in Obi becoming the running mate to Atiku Abubakar in the 2019 presidential election. “I took a vow to destroy that movement because Peter Obi was a project of mine,” Omokri declared. “I was responsible for him becoming the running mate to Waziri Atiku Abubakar in 2019. I’ve said this publicly, and I…

The Igbo Community Association (FCT) has called on Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi, representing Ebonyi North, to issue a public apology to former Minister of Education, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, for verbally attacking her during a National Assembly session. In a statement released on Thursday, the association’s President-General, Engr. Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, condemned the senator’s remarks and warned that the group would stage a protest if he failed to apologize. “It is deeply embarrassing to witness Senator Nwebonyi publicly disparage a woman who is widely respected as an Amazon by Nigerians, particularly in the Igbo-speaking regions,” the statement read. The group further criticized the…

-Emecheta, I. B Godfatherism has long been a defining feature of Nigerian politics, where influential figures play the role of kingmakers by installing protégés in public office. However, these relationships often turn sour when the godson seeks independence, leading to political crises, power struggles, and governance disruptions. A recent and significant example of this is the conflict between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Their struggle highlights the dangers of political godfatherism and its impact on governance and democracy in Nigeria. Nyesom Wike, a dominant figure in Rivers State and a former governor, played a pivotal…

-Emecheta, I. B Godfatherism has long been a defining feature of Nigerian politics, where influential figures play the role of kingmakers by installing protégés in public office. However, these relationships often turn sour when the godson seeks independence, leading to political crises, power struggles, and governance disruptions. A recent and significant example of this is the conflict between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Their struggle highlights the dangers of political godfatherism and its impact on governance and democracy in Nigeria. Nyesom Wike, a dominant figure in Rivers State and a former governor, played a pivotal…

Senator Ali Ndume has expressed grave concern over the escalating Boko Haram attacks in Borno State, which have resulted in casualties among civilians and security personnel. According to Ndume, recent attacks on military bases in Northern and Southern Borno claimed the lives of two soldiers. He lamented the persistent violence affecting communities such as Gwoza, Askira-Uba, Chibok, Damboa, Biu, and Hawul, where residents continue to suffer from killings, destruction, and looting. The senator also highlighted the security challenges hindering the reopening of the Maiduguri-Damboa-Biu Road, a crucial route now deemed unsafe due to insurgent activities. As a result, travelers are…

A group of senior members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State, under the banner of Concerned Elders for Peace, has demanded the expulsion of Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji, a serving House of Representatives member, over alleged anti-party activities. In a statement released on Wednesday in Sokoto, Aliyu Mammani Kaura, the APC North-West Zonal Coordinator, accused Jaji of fostering divisions within the party, supporting media attacks on key APC figures, and allegedly working with the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara State. The elders expressed concerns that Jaji’s alleged ties with the PDP-led state government are weakening…

The abductors of Rev. Fr. John Ubaechu, the Parish Priest of Holy Family Catholic Church, Izombe, Imo State, have demanded a ransom of N20 million for his release. Fr. Ubaechu was kidnapped on Sunday evening in Ejemekwuru while traveling to attend the annual retreat of priests of the Owerri Catholic Archdiocese. His abduction was confirmed in a statement on Monday by the Owerri Catholic Archdiocesan Chancellor and Secretary, Rev. Fr. Patrick Mbarah. A church source, speaking anonymously to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, revealed that the kidnappers initially demanded N50 million before reducing their demand. However, there…