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The Chairman of Ini Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom, Israel Idaisin, was docked over an alleged falsification of age that qualified him for public office. Idaisin was arraigned by the Nigeria Police Force at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday. The defendant, who was docked before trial Justice Emeka Nwite, pleaded not guilty to a two-count charge bordering on forgery and perjury. The Prosecution, in the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/31/2022, alleged that the defendant forged his date of birth through a sworn affidavit, contrary to the one sworn to by his late father, which he used to contest…

Vitali and Klitschko, the former heavyweight champions, have solicited ‘United we are strong, support Ukraine’ amid the ongoing Russian aggression. Vitali now the mayor of Kiev sent out an emotional plea to end the ‘senseless war’ as their country continues to be attacked by Russian President Vladimir Putin, vowingto fight for Ukraine. As mayor of the Ukraine capital, Vitali has already declared an emergency for the Ukrainian capital, which is now under martial law. Read also: Russia launches military onslaught for full-scale Ukraine invasion Speaking in a joint video, Wladimir Klitschko said: ”I’m calling to all international partners to observe…

At last, President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill into law passed recently by the National Assembly. The President assented to the bill at past midday on Friday at a brief ceremony held at the Council Chamber of the Aso Villa in Abuja. Buhari had withheld his assent to the bill in November 2021, citing the cost of conducting direct primary elections, security challenges, and possible manipulation of electoral processes by political players as part of the reasons for his decision. The President of the Senate, Ahmed Lawan, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila,…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have confirmed arrest of Marlian singers Zinoleesky and Mohbad after a midnight raid on their residence in Lagos. NDLEA Spokesman, Femi Babafemi, who confirmed this to journalists, said Cannabis and Molly were recovered by the operatives. “Our men raided an area in Idado estate where Bịara Market boys stay. Some quantities of Cannabis sativa and Molly were recovered from their apartment and car,” he told The Cable Lifestyle. “Six persons were arrested in all. Two females and four males.” This is coming weeks after the Agency arrested fast-rising skit maker, De General,…

Kim Kardashian, the US television reality star, is still clinging to her estranged husband, Kanye West, new report has claimed. Sources close to Kim say that she is still clinging on to the billionaire rapper and is using boyfriend, Pete Davidson as her ‘rebound’ guy. According to Closer magazine, Kim is ‘confused’ in between Kanye and Pete amid the rapper’s constant efforts to get her back. Read also: Valentine Day: Kanye West woos ex-wife Kim Kardashian with flowers Kanye West vows to ‘restore family’ with Kim Kardashian Birthday Message: Kanye West Renews Love For Wife, Kim Kardashian “Kim and Kanye…

Russia has begun full-scale military onslaught in Ukrainian major cities, launching attacks from Belarus and Crimea, as a ploy to finally invade the country. This was as President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, February 24, announced a military operation in Ukraine, warning other countries that any attempt to interfere with the Russian action would lead to “consequences they have never seen.” Putin who accused the U.S. and its allies of ignoring Russia’s demand to prevent Ukraine from joining NATO and offer Moscow security guarantees, claimed that Russia’s goal was not to occupy Ukraine. The Russian President also said the attack was needed to…

Fear-stricken Ukraine is in dilemma as Russia evacuated diplomatic staff from its missions in the war-prone country, TASS news agency reported on Wednesday. In the latest ominous signs for Ukrainians who fear an all-out Russian military onslaught, Ukraine declared a state of emergency on Wednesday and told its citizens in Russia to immediately return home. The embassy as well as the consulate general in Odessa was seen on Wednesday with Russian flags taken down, a representative of the Russian Embassy in Kyiv told the news agency. Read also: Ukraine crisis: Russian troops move into Two separatist Regions US warns its…

A 36-year-old native of Ikot Andem Itam in Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State has been sentenced to death for robbery. Destiny James Okon was condemned Tuesday by an Uyo High Court presided by Justice Archibong Archibong, having been found guilty of robbing Ubotex warehouse in Ifa Ikot Okpon, Uyo, 15th December, 2015. In a two-hour judgment delivered this morning, Justice Archibong, however, discharged and acquitted two other accused persons, the 40-year-old Ikechukwu Eme from Anambra State and Nwaigbo Kelechi, 36, from Ebonyi State, of the charges. Read also: Murderer-Turned Pastor Failed To Dissuade Judge From Giving Him…

 Akwa Ibom Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel, has sympathised with the family of the late Pastor Ezekiel Atang, a renowned preacher in the state. Atang, until his death, was the General Overseer of the God’s House of Refuge, Udobio Street, Uyo . He died Monday morning after a three-day programme of Wordspring Gospel and Worship Centre, Onitsha, Anambra State. Emmanuel, who was accompanied by the Deputy Governor, Mr. Moses Ekpo and members of the State Executive Council on the condolence visit, Tuesday at the late clergy’s residence in Uyo, expressed shock and grief over the loss of the Pastor. Read also:…

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has zoned the 2023 presidency to the Southern region, Governor Nasir El-rufai of Kaduna State announced. El-rufai stated this Tuesday in an interview with State House correspondents after a meeting between President Muhammadu Buhari and the 22 APC governors. According to the governor, the ruling party has also zoned its party National Chairmanship to the North, adding that the decisions were approved by the President. Read also: APC Defers national convention, fixes date for Zonal Congress Despite Legitimacy Controversy, APC Ready to Conduct Ward Congresses Crisis Rocks Akwa Ibom APC, National Scribe Gets Vote Of…