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    Fed. High Court Grants Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Bail  By Editor       The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail on self-recognisance to suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District, following her arraignment on a six-count charge related to alleged cybercrime. Appearing before Justice Mohammed Umar on Monday, 30 June, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan pleaded not guilty to all the charges levelled against her by the Federal Government. The charges stem from statements allegedly made by the senator against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello. According to court documents, Akpoti-Uduaghan was accused of alleging that Senator Akpabio urged Bello to ensure her elimination was carried out in Kogi State to make it appear as a local attack, rather than a politically motivated one from the Federal Capital Terrqitory. In a subsequent appeara...

Oba Ewuare II Advises Journalists To Cross Check Their reports Before They Publish  ...Faults Past Obaseki Regime Of Starving Palace Of Statutory Funds Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has blamed the past administration in Edo State of deliberately starving the palace of its statutory funds. Oba Ewuare II, made the allegation during a parley with the Journalists in his palace in Benin City, when Edo state chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), paid him a courtesy visit in his premises. He  alleged that at first, the government slashed the funds to the palace before eventually putting a stop to it, an act which lasted for seven months. Oba also advised journalists to cross check and balance their reports before they publish to avoid libel and defamation. The Benin  monarch said, during that period, the palace has to take responsibility of paying the palace staff and clearing the weeds around its surroundings. He said slashi...

Seplat Energy Commissions Three New STEAM Labs in Benin City Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  As part of its continuous investment in the education sector, the NEPL/Seplat Energy Joint Venture has commissioned three new state-of-the-art Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) laboratories in Benin City, Edo State. The three laboratories commissioned and handed over to the Edo State Ministry of Education on Thursday, June 26, 2025, are located at Niger College, Army Day Secondary School, and Oba Akenzua Secondary School.  These are in addition to the three existing STEAM Labs earlier commissioned at Ihogbe College, New Era College and Edo Boys High School, all in Benin City, to deepen the JV’s investment in education across its host communities. The Director, External Affairs & Social Performance, Seplat Energy, Chioma Afe, thanked the government of Edo State, under His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo, for providing the enabling environment ...

High Court Declares Nnamdi Kanu’s Transfer To Nigeria Illegal ...Awards Damages Against Kenyan  By Editor  A High Court of Kenya, sitting in Nairobi has declared the abduction and detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu from Kenya to Nigeria in June 2021 unlawful and illegal. The court also awarded compensatory damages of 10 million Kenyan shillings against the Kenyan Government for gross violations of Mazi Kanu’s fundamental human rights. The presiding judge Justice E.C. Mwita in his judgement faulted both the Nigeria and Kenya governments for rendition of Nnamdi Kanu in gross violations of his rights as guaranteed by the constitutions, reports Nigerian Tribune. According to Justice E.C. Mwita “having considered the pleadings and arguments by parties, the decisions relied on, the Constitution and the law, I come to the following conclusions; “First, the government of Kenya violated the Constitution and Mr. Nnamdi Kanu’s rights and fundamental freedoms. Having entered Kenya ...

Edo NLA Boss Seeks For Financial Support From NUJ ...Extols The Union For His Great Achievements Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Edo state Chapter Chairman of the Nigerian Library Association (NLA), Dr.Tony Ikponmwosa Obaseki, has called for partnership and collaboration with the Edo state chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists to enable them get more publicity. Dr.Tony  Obaseki made the statements during a courtesy visit to the NUJ Secretariat in Benin city, congratulated the Union for the achievements under Dr. Festus Alenkhe leadership.   He said,"On behalf of our delegation, and the entire members of the Nigerian Library Association, Edo State Chapter, | express our sincere gratitude to you, for taking the time to receive us despite your demanding schedule.  "Your warm reception reflects not only your high regard for Librarianship but also your deep understanding of the critical role Libraries plays in advancing education, research, and knowledge di...

Kano High Court Sentences Six Child Traffickers To 120 Years Imprisonment  By Editor  Wonder shall never cease, as six members of a notorious child abduction syndicate has been sentenced by a Kano State High Court to a combined 120 years in prison for their roles in abducting and trafficking children under the age of 10. The syndicate was arrested in 2019, and the final judgment has brought to a close a six-year-long trial that shocked the public and drew attention to child trafficking in Nigeria.  The children were abducted from Kano in 2014 and sold in Onitsha, Anambra State. The convicts-Mercy Paul, Ebere Ogbono, Emmanuel Igwe, Loise Duru, Monica Oracha, and Chinelo Ifedigwe-were found guilty of concealment, abetment, kidnapping, and trafficking of minors.  The syndicate leader, Mr. Paul Onwe, was previously sentenced to 104 years in July 2021 after pleading guilty to 38 counts. The six co-defendants, however, pleaded not guilty and were subsequently t...

Benue Village Names Cemetery After President Tinubu For Helping Killers’ Herders In Protest  By Editor  YELWATA community in Benue State has erected a signpost reading “Tinubu Cemetery” in protest against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s insensitivity for slumbering the community during his visit to the state capital, Makurdi. It would be recalled over 200 people were killed in the midnight attacks on the 14th of this month, which lasted for several hours without intervention from the nation’s docile security agencies. The signpost is a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, with residents demanding action and accountability for the government’s failure to protect its citizens. The protesters are citing Section 14(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution, which states that “the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government.” They are calling for the government to prioritize the safety and well-being of its citizens and bring...

Nigeria Patriots Call For A New Constitution For True Federalism Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Edo state representative of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) Committee, South South position on true federalism, Prof. Yinka Omorogbe, SAN, said what they are trying to do is to see how they can come out with a new federal constitution that would address the current Nigeria challenges. Prof. Omorogbe made the statements at PANDEF Edo stakeholders workshop/meeting on the South South position on true Federalism, Benin city, Edo state, said they decided to call for a new constitution because the old constitution is outdated and is no longer working. She asserted," What we are trying to do is to field into a process that has being spearheaded by the patriots. Patriots are distinguished eminents Nigerians, who believe in a better Nigeria. " They have called for a new constitution because it's obvious that this old constitution has nothing to declare. Is a turn down milit...

Senator Owie Builds Grotto Edifice For St. Stephen Church In Honour Of His Late Wife  ...As Archbishop Akubeze Hails His Generosity  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  Former Senator representing Edo South Senatorial District, Senator Roland Owie has built and donated a grotto edifice to St. Stephen Catholic church in Egbeta community, in Ovia North East of Edo state, in honour of his late wife, Lady Helen Owie NoYo. Extolling Senator Owie for his generosity, the Archbishop of Benin Diocese, Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze, said, " for the parishioners you have this grotto now. You will come here always to present your petitions to Our Lady. " And you heard the long prayers that you said. Our Lady will hear your prayers and grant your requests. But, you have to confess before she will do that. So, if you have any difficulties and challenges. There is blessed sacrament in the church and grotto to tell our lady what you have told the Lord. Then your proble...

TUESDAY FLAT OUT Recommending Oba Erediauwa To President Tinubu By Suyi Ayodele (Published in the Nigerian Tribune on Tuesday, June 24, 2025) https://tribuneonlineng.com/recommending-oba-erediauwa-to-president-tinubu/ Everyone has someone he adores. I have many such people; men and women who made or are making meaningful impacts. One of such men was Omo N'Oba N'Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Erediauwa, Oba of Benin (22 June 1923 – April 2016). May his soul continue to rest peacefully in the midst of his ancestors. Isee! The Oba was an epitome of what a good leader should be. Diplomatic, humane with a deep milk of kindness running in his veins, Oba Erediauwa was the people's Oba. He was close to his subjects and drew strangers to himself, too.  People, from time immemorial, do funny things to get closer to their leaders. In some extreme cases, some do weird things to get noticed by their rulers or leaders alike. A woman and a man did something weird and funny to get th...

Family Sets Up Sabaka Foundation To Remember Late Father Legacy  ... Inaugurates e_Library, Commissions Borehole for Community  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The family of late Pa Solomon Ilawagbon Ogbemudia, alias Sabaka, has set up a foundation, known as; Sabaka Foundation to remember the good legacy that their dad had left behind in the area of education. Speaking at the inauguration of the event, the Secretary of the foundation, Olusola Adeoti, said the idea reflect late Solomon Ilawagbon Ogbemudia alias Sabaka, deep commitment to ensuring that every child has access to quality education. He said this is to make sure children in the community are equipped to fulfill their full potential, and added that education is the most powerful instrument for breaking the circle of poverty and inequality, that Sabaka Foundation remains dedicated to the cause. " Today's event features the official donation of an e-library, modern learning materials, books, proje...

Edo property owner seeks Okpebholo, CP, Oba's intervention over house demolition  By Elvis Omoregie, Benin  A property owner in Okhenmwenre Community in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, Mr. Benjamin Iwhotu, yesterday, called on the state government, the Commissioner of Police and the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, to come to his aid over the demolition of his house. Mr. Iwhotu who was visibly in tears, said he bought the land from the traditional ruler of the community and that he has meant all the requirements. He made the appeal when he took Journalists round the demolished property in the community. Iwhotu said he doesn't live in the property but his elder brother does. He said he was so surprised to have gotten a phone call from his brother that some men in military uniforms allegedly came to the house, asked him to sit on the ground while they carry out the demolition of the parts of the building including the perimeter fence. He said the reasons ...

NADECO Asks Trump, Calls For Visa Ban On Senator Akpabio Over Rivers Emergency Rule By Editor  President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, has been asked for a visa ban on the Nigerian President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, and the appointed Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd). This request was contained in a letter formally written to President Trump by the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO USA) and was signed by the Executive Director of NADECO-USA, Lloyd Ukwu, reports Daily Independent. The letter, which was directly addressed to President Trump in the White House, was made available to newsmen in Abuja today. According to Lloyd Ukwu, the visa ban would be a proportionate response to the serious involvement of Senator Akpabio, Mr. Abas, and Mr. Ibas in this undemocratic act. The letter reads in part: “The National Democratic Coalition (NADECO USA) wishes t...

Enabulele Praises Edo Kickboxing, Para-Athletics Athletes On International Duties For Nigeria ...AsTeam Nigeria Finished 2nd At 2025 WPA Grand Prix In Tunisia By Kehinde Osagiede The Executive chairman, Edo state Sports Commission Hon Amadin Desmond Enabulele has congratulated all Edo athletes on international duties for Nigeria, describing them as worthy ambassadors. The Edo State sports Commission boss said that he was thrilled to see about seven Edo kickboxing athletes in team Nigeria at the Africa Union Kickboxing championship in Cameroon just as  Flora Ugwunwa(female) and Christopher Michael won Gold respectively in F54 female Shot Put and T11 100m men for Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Grand Prix  in Tunisia. Flora won her second Gold in discus among others in the Team Nigeria Para-Athletes who won 19 medals to finish second at the just concluded WPA Grand Prix for Athletics in Tunis, Tunisia. The team picked 10 golds, 6 silvers and 3 bronze medals to place secon...

Go for Glory – NRFF President Urges Stallions As Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens Kicks Off ...Extols Them For Their Steady Rise Over The Past Three Years By Editor  As the Nigerian national men’s rugby team, the Stallions, gears up for their campaign at the Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens tournament in Mauritius this Saturday, the President of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), Dr. Ademola Are, has urged the team to give their all and aim for glory. Dr. Are commended the Stallions for their steady rise over the past three years, noting their consistent participation in international competitions and improved performances that have elevated their ranking both on the African continent and globally. Speaking to the NRFF media team ahead of the tournament, he described the competition as a valuable opportunity to assess the team’s development. “This tournament offers us another chance to measure our progress and evaluate how far we’ve come in the last three years,” Dr. Are s...

Senior Lawyer, SAN Calls On Gov. Okpebholo To Cancel The Selection Process Of Okuokpellagbe  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and respected indigene of Ukhomuyio Community in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, Chief Charles Adogah, has called on Governor Monday Okpebholo to review the appointment of Mr. Michael Sado as the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella, citing irregularities in the selection process. Adogah, a prominent legal figure, alleged that the Governor was misinformed by those who briefed him on the matter, stressing that the information provided did not reflect the true nature of events surrounding the selection. Speaking to journalists in Benin city, Chief Charles Adogah (SAN), and  traditional holder of the title of Obodeanokpella of Okpella urged the Governor to cancel the process that led to the selection and further appealed for the suspension of Mr. Sado’s planned coronation and allow a selection proces...

Don’t Defend Yourself Against Herdsmen – Governor Hyacinth Alia Sends Strong Warning To Residents By Editor  Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has cautioned citizens against resorting to self-defence in the face of increasing attacks, stressing that untrained individuals confronting armed assailants will only worsen the crisis. He advocated for community policing as a more strategic and sustainable solution to insecurity. Speaking on Focus Nigeria, a programme on African Independent Television (AIT), on Tuesday, Alia said: “Let me begin with my concerns. You need to be trained to understand the dynamics of fighting guerrilla warfare. The Constitution permits all of us to defend ourselves, but to what extent?” He urged residents not to take up arms hastily, warning: “I cautiously advise my citizenry that it is not advisable to simply pick up knives, machetes, and sticks to fight. There are ongoing conversations around community policing; I am one of the governors who ...

TUESDAY FLAT OUT The Genocide In Benue By Suyi Ayodele (Published in the Nigerian Tribune on Tuesday, June 17, 2025) https://tribuneonlineng.com/the-genocide-in-benue/  I am naturally hemophobic; I run from blood. But I had to encourage myself to watch the videos of the killings in Yelwata town in Benue State on Friday night. The killings, which the locals said started around 10.45pm on Friday, lasted till 2.00 am on Saturday without any help coming the way of the helpless dwellers who were killed in their hundreds! Benue is on the path to ‘genocidal annihilation’. You may have to pardon the specious tautology in this sentence. It is deliberate, and at the same time, the best way to convey the issues in today’s piece. This is necessary so that no one will be left in doubt about what we are talking about. When a man feels the full impact of the percussion at the dance arena, he shows it by the folding of the two fists. My fists are folded today because in our very eyes, ...