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Crisis Deepens In Rivers As Court Mulls Halt To Sole Administrator’s Powers

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has slated July 18, 2025, to deliver a ruling on a motion seeking to halt the National Assembly from approving budgets and making appointments for Rivers State under the current Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to NIVONEWS, Justice James Omotosho fixed the date on Wednesday following arguments presented by both the plaintiffs and defence counsel during proceedings on the motion for an interlocutory injunction.

President Bola Tinubu had earlier appointed Ibas as Sole Administrator after Governor Siminalayi Fubara was suspended for six months.

The suit, filed under case number FHC/ABJ/CS/1190/2025, was brought by a group of Rivers indigenes alongside the Registered Trustees of Hope Africa Foundation. Among the plaintiffs are King Oziwe Amba, Chief Julius Bulous, Chief George Ikeme, Chief Amachelu Orlu, and Prince Odioha Wembe.

They are urging the court to restrain the National Assembly and its Clerk—listed as the first and second defendants—from engaging in any legislative activity concerning budgetary approvals or appointments initiated by the Ibas-led interim government.

The plaintiffs argue that the budget forwarded by Ibas and subsequently passed by the National Assembly emerged from an “unconstitutional voice vote”, which they claim violates provisions of the 1999 Constitution.

Lead counsel to the applicants, Ambrose Owuru, pleaded with the court to suspend any legislative endorsement for the Sole Administrator until the substantive matter is determined.

He contended that the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State failed to meet the constitutional requirement of a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly and thus lacked legal standing.

In a sworn affidavit, the plaintiffs accused the emergency administration of proceeding to form committees and disburse public funds amid rising protests and public unease. They maintained that such actions undermine democratic governance and the rights of the people to be governed by an elected leader.

According to NIVONEWS, the defence, represented by counsel Mohammed Galadima, dismissed the motion as baseless and insisted the legislature acted within constitutional bounds.

In a counter affidavit, the defence described the plaintiffs’ claims as “a deliberate falsehood” and warned that suspending the National Assembly’s role in the state’s governance could plunge Rivers into deeper chaos.

Galadima argued, “The grant of this motion would not serve the interest of justice and may invite pandemonium.”

Nevertheless, despite the judicial contest, the Senate on June 25 proceeded with the passage of the ₦1.485 trillion Rivers State 2025 budget after completing the third reading of the appropriation bill.

According to NIVONEWS, this legal battle could set a significant precedent in defining the limits of federal legislative authority during periods of state-level constitutional disruptions.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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