The International Federation of Women Lawyers, FIDA Nigeria, Kogi State Branch, has expressed deep concerns and outrage over the recent spate of kidnappings of women in Kogi State, particularly in the state capital, Lokoja. A statement signed by the Kogi State Chairperson of FIDA, Lilian Ajuma Okolo on Monday, observed that in the past few months, there have been numerous reports of women being abducted and held for ransom; causing fear and insecurity among the residents. “This heinous act is not only a violation of the rights and dignity of women but also a clear indication of the deteriorating security…
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The candidates of the various political parties in Kaduna State have asked Governor Uba Sani to compel the Kaduna State Independent Electoral Commission, KADSIECOM to reopen the payment portal for the upcoming council elections in the state. This followed the reported closure of the portal ahead of the polls. KADSIECOM had fixed N2 million as a fee for nomination forms for the local government chairmanship and N500,000 for councillorship nomination forms in the election scheduled for October 19. Bulus Bitrus, the chairmanship candidate of the Labour Party spoke at the commission’s headquarters to express their frustration over the exorbitant fees…
The Chairman of the Edo State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Jeret Tenebe, says the prayer of the party is for the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to continue to conduct elections the way it did in the Edo governorship election held on Saturday. Tenebe said this while speaking to newsmen on Sunday evening in Benin, noting that if INEC continues conducting elections the way it did in Edo, Nigeria would be seeing a good electoral process. According to him, the Edo governorship election was the fairest election he has seen, refuting allegations that the APC rigged it…
Kano Pillars head coach, Usman Abdallah has expressed disappointment with his team’s 2-0 defeat to Remo Stars. The Sai Masu Gida suffered a 2-0 loss to Remo Stars at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, on Sunday. Ismail Sodiq and Franck Mawuena got the goals for the Sky Blue Stars. Abdallah acknowledged that Remo Stars’ early preparation for the new season gave them a competitive edge. “It’s a painful defeat for us, especially at home,” Abdallah stated in a post-match interview. “Remo Stars have been well-prepared because of their continental commitments, while we are still building up. “But I am confident we…
The Nigerian Army says troops of its 6 Division have eliminated two suspected oil thieves and arrested 18 others during different anti-illegal bunkering operations in the Niger Delta. The Spokesman for the division, Lt.-Col. Danjuma Danjuma, who made this known in a statement in Port Harcourt on Monday, said the operations were held in Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers. Danjuma said that soldiers also destroyed 13 illegal refineries, seized 60,000 litres of stolen petroleum products, seven boats, and recovered two AK-47 rifles. According to him, eight illegal connection points installed on wellheads and pipelines were uncovered during the operations,…
Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State, on Monday, swore in the newly elected chairpersons and vice chairpersons of the 16 local government areas of the state. He urged them to ‘be prudent with power and work with the people’ in the interest of all. Speaking shortly after the oath administration at the Government House Ilorin, Governor Abdulrazaq congratulated the new council chiefs, their families, party leaders, community stakeholders, and everyone who played different roles in their emergence. In attendance at the inauguration were the Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Yakubu Danladi-Salihu and other principal officers; Chief Judge…
Barcelona boss, Hansi Flick has insisted that winger, Raphinha is a player that gives everything for the club. Flick spoke after the Brazilian led Barcelona to beat Villarreal 5-1 in the LaLiga on Sunday. Recall that a goal from Pablo Torre and a brace each from Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski gave Barca an away victory over Villarreal. Speaking at his post-match press conference, Flick said he was happy with Raphinha’s contribution. “From the first day I arrived at Barça and I saw Raphinha, I saw a player that gives everything for the club. “I’m very happy with his contribution,” Flick…
Controversial self-proclaimed sex therapist, Hauwa Mohammed, popularly known as Jaruma, has disclosed why she got married. DAILY POST reports that Jaruma got married to Ross Fahad Isabor in 2018 and divorced in 2021. The union was blessed with a child. Speaking in an interview with the ‘Issues and Society’ podcast, Jaruma said she got married because of the intense backlash received from northerners for selling aphrodisiacs as a single lady. “There was massive criticism from the north because I was selling sex products as a single lady. They wondered why people allowed a single lady to teach them what happens…
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, NIHSA, and the Benue State government have raised an alarm over the rising water levels of River Benue which may lead to flooding. Recall that the Benue State government has designated Internally Displaced Persons camps, IDPs, for would-be victims of the impending flood and also asked those living close to the river banks to relocate to safe areas. Reports made available to the public on Sunday by NIHSA indicate a steady increase in water levels that will lead to massive flooding. “Water levels recorded at key gauge stations are alarming, with Wuro Boki at 6.36…
Former Manchester United captain, Gary Neville, has made a u-turn after previously backing Arsenal to win the Premier League title this season. The Gunners were held to a 2-2 draw at Manchester City on Sunday evening. Erling Haaland put the champions ahead before Ricciardo Calafiori and Gabriel Magalhaes turned the game on its end. Despite a staunch defensive effort in the second half with 10 men, Arsenal’s resistance was broken in the 98th minute by John Stones. But John Stones salvaged a point for City with a late goal. Neville has now said that goal may well prove crucial in…