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Aniefiok Christopher The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced plans by a special military court-martial to try 16 officers of the Armed Forces accused of acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations 2following the conclusion of investigations into their conduct. The Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, stated this in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja. Recall that the DHQ had in October 2025 announced the arrest of the officers. The Armed Forces Act of 2004 spells out death as punishment for a coup d’état—referred to as treason, mutiny, or conspiracy to overthrow the government.  Also read:…

by Akakan Umoh The alleged financial sleaze of the former Director General of Nigeria’s National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Mr. Ayodele Oke, has clouded his Ambassadorial appointment, stirring serious concerns in policy and diplomatic circles. A citizen of Oyo State, Oke was appointed by Ex-President Goodluck Jonathan as the NIA Director on 7 November, 2013. In April 2017, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) uncovered $43.4 million USD, £27,800, and 23 million Naira (totaling roughly $43 million+ USD) in a 4-bedroom apartment at 7B Osborne Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. The massive cash haul was found hidden in wardrobes and cabinets following a tip-off,…

By Akakan Umoh Akwa Ibom State Police Command has nabbed three for their alleged involvement in violent and disorderly conduct in masquerade activities in Etinan Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom. A press release signed by DSP Timfon John, Police Public Relations Officer, Akwa Ibom State Command on Saturday, said ‘‘On Friday, January 23, 2026, at about 1645 hours, the Command received a distress call from an anonymous source reporting a serious breach of public peace and violent activities by masquerades at Mbioto II Village, Etinan LGA. ‘‘Upon receipt of the information, Police operatives were promptly mobilised to the scene and…

Israel Umoh There is renewed hope among the residents and indigenes following donation of 25 transformers to 24 electoral wards in the two electricity-starved Ukanafun and Oruk Anam Local Government Areas of Akwa Ibom State, ending years of prolonged darkness and lack of electricity supply.  The intervention widely held by residents is singlehandedly sponsored by the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, sparking hope of reviving small businesses, improving security, checking rural-urban drift and enhancing quality of life among the affected rural communities. The electrification  project  estimated at more than one N1 billion will…

By Aniefiok Christopher Senate President Godswill Akpabio has hailed Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Eno for his peaceful and unifying leadership disposition in the state. Addressing a mammoth crowd of party faithful at Utu Etim Ekpo Township Stadium, Etim Ekpo Local Government Area on Friday, January 23, Senator Akpabio, who is a former Governor of the State described Governor Eno as an exceptional bridge builder and unifier. “My Governor, you are indeed a practical man of peace and reconciliation. Your visionary and impactful leadership is truly phenomenal, and I am very proud of you,” he said. He commended Governor Eno…

By Akakan Umoh The member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, has floated a roadmap for the implementation of an electronic procurement system in Nigeria to curb fraud, deepen transparency, and strengthen legislative oversight. Idem who is the Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement described digital transformation as a critical catalyst for transparency and accountability in public spending. He made this presentation during a workshop in Abuja, for National Assembly members and committee staff, aimed at strengthening the adoption and oversight of e-procurement tools. The initiative marks a significant shift…

By Akakan Umoh The National Power Grid recorded its first collapse in 2026 on Friday, barely weeks after a similar incident on December 29, 2025, which had caused widespread power outages across the country. Grid collapses have been attributed to a combination of technical faults, inadequate maintenance of transmission lines, and fluctuations in generation capacity. Electricity generation dropped sharply from over 4,500 megawatts to as low as 24 megawatts as of 1:30 pm. Checks showed that all 23 power generation plants connected to the grid reportedly lost output during the incident, resulting in zero power allocation to each of the…

By Aniefiok Christopher The Presidency is backing Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State in a move aimed at dousing political tension. Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, Daniel Bwala, who stated this, said this aligns with the position of Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, the National Chairman of the APC, on the leadership hierarchy in Rivers state, emphasising that former governor Nyesom Wike is not part of the ruling party. Bwala spoke on Channels Television’s Hard Copy on Thursday amid a political standoff in the state, which has seen the…

By Anietie Umana One recurring question in family and customary law discourse in Nigeria is whether a lady can claim compensation when a man reneges on a promise to marry her. While popular opinion often assumes that a broken engagement automatically gives rise to damages, Nigerian law takes a far more cautious and structured approach. There is a trending video on social media where a lady called out a certain pastor, claiming compensation that the pastor allegedly promised and failed to marry her. This brief article looks at the law and the issue of promise to marry. Historically, Nigerian courts inherited…

Press Release  The Center for Human Rights and Accountability Network (CHRAN) has described the construction of official residential quarters for the local government Chairmen in Akwa Ibom as a misplaced priority. Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Eno had, on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 flagged off the construction of official residence for Local Government Chairmen across the 31 local government areas of Akwa Ibom State. Information from the Ministry of Information of and the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs says that the features of each of the project include Meeting Hall, Boys Quarters, Security Post, and Generator House. Also…