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Death At The Minister’s Home! Fresh Revelations Shake Probe Into Mary Habila’s Tragic Passing!.
The Ebonyi State Ministry of Justice has issued legal advice recommending a post-mortem examination to ascertain the cause of death for 26-year-old Mary Habila, who died at the Uburu residence of Minister of Works David Umahi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Legal Advice: In a document dated July 15, 2026, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) advised the Ebonyi State Police Command’s Criminal Investigation Department that current evidence is insufficient to explain the cause of her June 27 death.
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Health Background: The ministry noted there was no indication that Habila was ill or medically unstable prior to her sudden death, as she appeared “full of life” when she arrived at the residence with her team.
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Need for Science: Because the circumstances at the scene remain unresolved, the ministry stated that a post-mortem examination is the necessary legal and scientific step to provide investigators with a clear direction.
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Discretionary Power: The Ministry of Justice informed the police that they possess the statutory power to either honor the family’s reported request to bypass an autopsy or to mandate the examination themselves.
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Family and Minister’s Stance: While the deceased’s father reportedly visited the morgue for the body and the family has indicated they do not wish to request an autopsy, the body has not yet been released. Minister Umahi, who confirmed Habila was a physiotherapist seconded to his ministry, has stated he encouraged the family to consent to an autopsy.
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Ongoing Inquiries: Although the case was transferred to the state Criminal Investigation Department, reports indicate that police are investigating various aspects of the situation, including the circumstances of her employment and her relationship with the university and ministry.
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Hands Off Our Police! Senate Leader Issues Explosive Warning To Shield State Force From Governors And Cabals!.
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has emphasized that any proposed state police services must possess guaranteed financial independence to protect them from potential manipulation by governors, political actors, criminal elements, and other powerful interests. Bamidele, who is also the Vice-Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, proposed that funding for these services should be placed on a first-line charge as part of the ongoing constitutional amendment process.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key aspects of Bamidele’s proposal and the National Assembly’s approach include:
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Addressing Stakeholder Concerns: Bamidele acknowledged that fears regarding the potential abuse of state police by influential individuals are legitimate and well-founded, noting that these concerns are partially rooted in Nigeria’s experience with regional police control during the First Republic.
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Multi-layered Safeguards: The National Assembly is working to develop a system of checks and safeguards designed to ensure professional discipline, institutional independence, and financial autonomy.
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Judiciary-Style Funding: To prevent police chiefs from being subject to the “whims and caprices” of state governors, Bamidele suggested a funding model similar to that of the judiciary, which is protected under the Constitution and does not require routine executive approval.
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Constitutional Guarantees: Bamidele stated that the 1999 Constitution should provide guaranteed funding sources for both State Commissioners of Police and State Police Service Commissions.
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Continued Engagement: The National Assembly intends to maintain stakeholder engagement throughout the constitutional amendment process required to establish state police services across the country.
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Forever Remembered: Oyo State Celebrates The Gallantry Of Civilians And Security Agents Lost In Rescue Horror!.
The Oyo State Government has formally honored the civilians and security personnel who died while responding to the abduction of pupils and teachers in the Oriire Local Government Area. The government recognized these individuals as heroes, pledging its commitment to support the grieving families throughout their mourning period.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Official Tribute: In a statement released on , the government expressed its condolences and reaffirmed its dedication to supporting the affected families, despite the relief felt regarding the safe return of the kidnapped victims.
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The Fallen Heroes: The government released an “In Memoriam” list identifying those who perished during the Ahoro-Esinle and Yawota incident.
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Civilians: Michael Oyedokun, John Olaleye, Joel Adesiyan, and Oluwasegun Akanni.
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Security Personnel: Lieutenant F. A. Isaac, Adigun Saibu, Isa Saliu, Rafiu Ayuba, and one unidentified soldier.
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Rescue Context: The victims, who were abducted on May 15, spent approximately 57 days in captivity before being freed by security forces.
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Teacher Casualties: Among the reported deaths were two teachers, Michael Oyedokun and Esiyan Adegboye. While Adegboye’s body was recovered and buried, the remains of Michael Oyedokun have not yet been located, prompting his family to call for further assistance from security agencies and President Bola Tinubu.
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Corruption Case Twist! El-Rufai Abruptly Drops Three Key Applications In Explosive Courtroom Move!.
Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has withdrawn three applications previously submitted in his ongoing corruption trial at the Kaduna State High Court.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key developments from the Wednesday proceedings before Justice Darius Khobo include:
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New Counsel’s Intervention: El-Rufai’s new lead counsel, Paul Erokoro (SAN), moved to withdraw the three motions, characterizing the language used in them by the prior defense team as “combative” and unnecessarily confrontational.
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Apology and Replacement: Erokoro apologized to the court for the tone of the previous filings and indicated that a fresh application has been submitted in their place.
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Request for Time: The court granted the defense additional time to finalize the new processes, adjourning the case until July 22, 2026, for a hearing.
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Prosecution’s Criticism: Prosecution counsel, Ibrahim Muktar, condemned the frequent filing of motions as a “delay method” designed to hinder the commencement of the substantive trial.
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Procedural Obstacles: Muktar revealed that the defense has submitted multiple applications, including two recent requests for the judge to recuse himself, which the prosecution argues have obstructed progress in the case.
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