Author: Tunde Akingbondere
Renowned public interest lawyer and human rights activist, Professor Mike Ozekhome, SAN, has recounted his harrowing experience with kidnappers in 2013. He spoke about the traumatic ordeal during an interview with Channels Television’s Hard Copy yesterday, aiming to shed light on Nigeria’s security situation. In his words: “The irony is that I was not targeted; they operated randomly in the hot afternoon around past 2 PM on the 23rd of August, 2013.” “I was released on the 12th of September, three weeks later. It is shocking that such an event could occur on a government highway near a police post…
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has made a shocking revelation that God once warned him against leaving the denomination, as the punishment for such action is the death of his firstborn. He made the disclosure during the June edition of the Holy Ghost Service, titled “Destined for Greatness (Part 2),” held in the early hours of Saturday at the Redemption City of God in Ogun State. While speaking on the theme of divine direction and spiritual steadfastness, Adeboye referred to a message earlier delivered by his son, Pastor Leke Adeboye. He…
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has dismissed reports of an alleged rift between himself and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. Oba Owoade’s recent visit to the Oluwo of Iwo generated widespread speculations on social media, with many interpreting the gesture as a snub to the Ooni of Ife. The rumours gained traction after the Oluwo openly declared that the Alaafin holds superiority over all traditional rulers in Yorubaland, a statement that further fuelled talk of tension between the two prominent monarchs. However, in a viral video making the rounds, the Alaafin addressed the controversy, stating…
Renowned human rights lawyer and activist, Professor Mike Ozekhome, SAN, has assured that the incumbent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be running against himself in 2027 unless Nigerians prove him wrong about them. Ozekhome, while appearing on Channels Television’s Hard Copy, expressed a strong opinion that Nigerians are resilient and happy despite the hardship in the country. He described them as fearful of confronting authorities over the difficulties that have engulfed the nation. Their silence according to him has allowed the president plant his men everywhere in the country. In his words: “Our resilience is simply incredible, unbelievable. You push…
A lawyer, Femi Emodamori Esq., has lambasted the move by Governor Lucky Ayedatiwa to appoint only 2 Commissioners after spending 100 days in office, describing it as a ploy to not only run the government as a sole administrator but also profligately spend the resources standing to the credit of the State. While insisting that his working with only two Commissioners in his 100 days in office clearly violates section 192 (2) and (6) (a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria which mandates the governor to appoint his Commissioners (who are expected to come from different parts…
Renowned Highlife legend and maestro, Mike Ejeagha, renowned for blending Igbo folklore and proverbs into captivating music, has given up the ghost at the ripe age of 95. Ejeagha died on Friday night at about 8 p.m. at the 32 Garrison Hospital in Enugu, following a prolonged illness. His eldest son, Emma Ejeagha, confirmed the sad news to journalists in a telephone conversation. Mike Ejeagha was a dominant voice on Nigerian airwaves in the 1980s with his unique style of Igbo folk music that resonated across generations.
Akwa Ibom Commissioner for Special Duties and Ibom Deep seaport, Comrade Ini Ememobong, has formally resigned in reaction to the defection of Governor Umo Eno to the All Progressives Congress (APC). There is also an unconfirmed report that the commissioner for works and fire service, Professor Eno Ibanga has resigned. The Commissioners who have so far resigned their appointments, our correspondent gathered, are strong loyalists of the immediate past Governor Udom Emmanuel. Ememobong, who served two years as commissioner for information in the Eno administration before his deployment to the Ministry of Special Duties and Ibom Deep seaport, said he…
The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). He disclosed this during an official announcement on Friday at the Government House in Uyo, the state capital. The governor said the decision followed “three months of wide consultation” with critical stakeholders across the state. Eno expressed his gratitude to the PDP for their support during his tenure, stating that it was time for him to make a progressive move. The governor said he decided to join the APC, citing his admiration for President Bola Tinubu and…
A former Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Mohammed Uwais, has passed on at the age of 89. A family source confirmed that the retired jurist departed the world in the early hours of Friday, June 6, 2025, in Abuja. Preparations are underway for his funeral prayer and burial today 6 June 2025. Born on June 12, 1936, Justice Uwais served as the Chief Justice of Nigeria from 1995 until his retirement in 2006. After retiring from the Supreme Court, he was appointed by the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua to lead the Electoral Reform Committee, where he played a key…
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has criticised in strong terms the United States for slamming four of its judges with harsh sanctions, calling it a “clear attempt to undermine the independence of an international judicial institution”. The sanctions, announced by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday, target judges Solomy Balungi Bossa of Uganda, Luz del Carmen Ibáñez Carranza of Peru, Reine Adelaide Sophie Alapini-Gansou of Benin, and Beti Hohler of Slovenia. A statement written in reaction to the imposed sanctions, says the ICC said the measures “only embolden those who believe they can act with impunity” and will…