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PDP Govs File Suit At Supreme Court, Insist Suspension Of Fubara Declared Unlawful  By Editor  Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court challenging President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The president on March 18 declared the emergency rule, citing Section 305(5) of the Nigerian Constitution, 1999 and suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and all members of the state House of Assembly for six months while announcing Retired Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas as the sole administrator of the state. The PDP governors, comprising leaders from Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara states, argue that the president lacks the constitutional power to suspend a democratically elected governor and deputy governor, adding that they also contend that the appointment of a sole administrator is unconstitutional. According to the court documents sighted by ou...

Pastor Azemhe Azena Celebrates His Spiritual Father, Mentor By Austen Akhagbeme  The Regional Pastor of the South-South Region 3 of the Omega Fire Ministries ( OFM) Worldwide, Pastor Azemhe Azena, has sent salutations and congratulatory messages to his Spiritual Father and Mentor, Apostle Johnson Suleiman, on the occasion of his birthday celebration on Monday, the 24th of March. In a message from his media team, signed by the esteemed Clergyman in Benin-city on Monday, Pastor Azemhe extolled the virtues and Godly Character of his Mentor, Apostle Suleiman, while calling on sons and daughters of the revered Man of God to thank God for the gift of a Prophet such as their mentor. "His love for the expansion of God's Kingdom through soul winning as exemplified in his massive crusades across the world is a huge encouragement and inspiration to us all", he said. The Okpekpe-born preacher and Pastor of OFM Benin 1 branch added that Apostle Johnson Suleiman is a Father...

An Open Letter To o The President Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria  Subject: An Earnest Appeal for the Reconsideration of the Suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Reinforcement of Democratic Principles Your Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. March 20, 2025 Dear Mr. President, I write to you today as a devoted and patriotic citizen of this great nation, Nigeria. I deeply appreciate the remarkable commitment you have demonstrated in your efforts to secure the peace, unity, and progress of our country, especially in the face of pressing security challenges that threaten the lives and livelihoods of our people. Your courage to take decisive actions when required speaks to your dedication to preserving the very fabric of our society. It is from this place of deep respect for your leadership and a shared desire for a stronger Nigeria that I humbly present this heartfelt plea. The recent decla...

Monday Lines  Nigeria's Triangle Of Incest  By Lasisi Olagunju  (Published in the Nigerian Tribune on Monday, 24 March, 2025) "No man's life, liberty, or property is safe while the legislature is in session." - Gideon J. Tucker A Governor Bola Tinubu of Lagos would not vacate his seat for anyone appointed illegally from Abuja - or from anywhere. If the heavens wanted to fall, he would ask them to fall. He would not go hide somewhere in his wife's handbag, and from the safety of his ghetto be issuing gutless press releases. If Abuja insisted on his suspension, he would mobilise the law and lawyers for eruptions of seismic proportions. He would ask the Supreme Court to determine whether the president could sack or suspend elected governors, appoint caretaker governors and take over the role of state Houses of Assembly. He would ask the apex court to reconcile this case with its earlier verdict which outlawed caretaker governments for one of our tiers of ...

NPFL25: Enabulele Greets Bendel Insurance After 1-0 Victory Over  Sunshine Stars By Editor  The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has congratulated Bendel Insurance FC on their 1-0 win against Sunshine Stars FC of Akure. The Edo state Sports Commission boss  praised the team for their impressive performance in the Saturday match at the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium, Benin  The Benin Arsenals defeated the Owens Wales of Akure Courtesy of Kayode Oke's 20th minute  shot from about 22 meters to give Bendel Insurance the deserved victory. Enabulele said, "This victory shows the hard work and commitment of our players and coaches. Bendel Insurance has proven their competitiveness. And I am happy we a going up every week." Enabulele urged the team to sustain the momentum as the season continues. He stressed the importance of teamwork and determination in achieving success. More so, Insurance  head coach, G...

Edo Govt Remain Committed To Supporting  CMC, CRD--Hon Osagie's  ...Says They Have Attended To 634 Civil Matters  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Attorney General of Edo state and Commissioner for Justice, Hon.  Samson Osagie Esq, said since inception the citizens meditation centre, has received and attended to 634 civil matters, covering a range of disputes, including inheritance conflicts, matrimonial cases, employer-employee disagreements, landlord-tenant issues, property disputes, inter-communal clashes, and matters involving government entities. Hon. Samson Osagie Esq, made the statements in a press briefing on the activities and achievements of the Citizens' Meditation Centre (CMC) and the Citizens' Rights Department (CRD), Benin city, Edo state, said  70% of these cases have been resolved amicably, preventing unnecessary litigation. He asserted,"The CMC has engaged in consistent sensitization campaigns through radio, television, social media...

CMD Edo Specialist Hospital Debunks Fake Rumour  Of Her Appointment  ...Says They Inherited 500 Million  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Chief Medical Director of Edo Specialist Hospital (ESH), Dr. Antonia Njoku has asserted that one thing they discovered when they came is that the  contractual arrangements that they met on ground were not favorable to the government and the good people of Edo state.  She gave the hints when refuting some  statements concerning the hospital in a press conference,  Benin city, Edo state said contractual arrangements make it difficult for government to receive more revenue. Dr Antonia Njoku debunked the allegation in a video been circulated in social media by one Albert Osazee that she was hand-pick by the governor to manage the hospital. She said, she is competent and has the requirements to become the CMD of the hospital haven passed through  the normal process. " Now, the governor has the prerogativ...