latest
Justice Served: Federal Court Corners Army Chiefs Over Stubborn Refusal To Reinstate Buhari-Pardoned Soldiers!
-
Court Ruling and Legal Grounding: The National Industrial Court (NIC) in Lagos, presided over by Justice Sanda Yelwa, ordered the Nigerian Army to immediately reinstate 70 soldiers who were convicted by courts-martial in 2014. The court held that the unconditional presidential pardon granted under section 175 of the 1999 Constitution effectively erased their convictions, sentences, and dismissals, thereby restoring their legal status.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
-
-
Background of the Case: Originally tried and sentenced to death for offences including conspiracy and mutiny in 2014—with sentences later commuted to 10 years’ imprisonment—the soldiers were granted an unconditional presidential pardon via an official gazette dated July 29, 2022. After military authorities failed to act on their subsequent November 2022 request for reinstatement, the claimants filed suit NICN/LA/54/2023 through Falana & Falana Chambers against the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Chief of Army Staff (COAS).
-
Legal Arguments: Represented by Funmi Falana (SAN) and Chukwuma Onwumene, the claimants argued that the pardon nullified all legal consequences of their convictions, including dismissal. While the federal government opposed the suit by arguing that a pardon does not automatically grant a right to reinstatement, the COAS failed to enter an appearance or file a defence.
-
Judicial Findings: Justice Yelwa ruled that the official gazette proved the 70 claimants benefited from the pardon, and because their dismissals were direct consequences of the now-nullified convictions, the constitutional barriers to their employment were removed, granting them an enforceable right to return to service.
-
Financial and Effective Reinstatement Terms: The court declined to award salary arrears covering the period the soldiers were imprisoned between December 2014 and July 2022, noting they performed no official duties and that the pardon instrument did not provide for retrospective pay. However, the court ordered their reinstatement to take effect from July 18, 2022, directing the payment of all salaries, allowances, and emoluments accruing from that date until their actual reintegration.
-
latest
No More Excuses: Nigeria Demands Immediate End To Gruesome Mob Killings Threatening Ties With South Africa!.
-
Firm Condemnation: The Federal Government strongly condemned ongoing “Afrophobic” violence against Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa, urging Pretoria to take immediate steps to halt the attacks.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
-
-
Presidential Directive: Amid diplomatic tensions, President Bola Tinubu did not personally meet with a special envoy sent by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Presidency sources explained that the delegation arrived on Friday without prior notice, leading Tinubu to direct them instead to meet with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye.
-
Strategic Warning and Death Toll: During the meeting in Abuja, Enikanolaiye warned that continued violence threatens the strategic ties between both nations. He revealed that 98 Nigerians have been killed in mob and hate-related attacks in South Africa since 2022 alone, pointing out a recurring pattern of anti-migrant violence spanning over three decades.
-
Rule of Law vs. Mob Justice: While clarifying that Nigeria does not condone criminal acts like drug peddling, Enikanolaiye insisted that any accused citizen must be treated in accordance with South Africa’s constitution and international human rights standards.
-
Targeting of Legal Residents: Enikanolaiye expressed deep concern that attacks have increasingly targeted law-abiding Nigerians legally residing and running businesses, noting worries that South African police have sometimes failed to intervene during mob assaults.
-
latest
Democracy Under Fire: INEC Fires Back Following Violent Osun Raid That Left Electoral Devices In The Hands Of Thugs!.
-
Attack on Collection Centre: Suspected hoodlums raided an INEC Permanent Voter Card (PVC) collection centre at Oyinlola DC School, Ward 2, Okuku, in Osun State, attacking officials and stealing PVCs along with Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) devices.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
-
-
Police Investigation: Dayo Oketola, the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, confirmed that the incident was reported to the police, expressing confidence that law enforcement will apprehend the suspects and recover the stolen equipment.
-
Preparations Unaffected: Oketola stressed that the raid will not distract the commission or disrupt preparations for the August 15 governorship election, noting that INEC has configured 4,427 BVAS devices, including 664 backup machines to handle such incidents.
-
Security of the Vote: Reassuring the public, Oketola stated that stolen PVCs cannot be used for fraudulent voting because the BVAS technology requires mandatory biometric authentication.
-
Protection of Voter Rights: INEC promised to take administrative steps to ensure no registered voter whose PVC was stolen will be disenfranchised on election day, while urging traditional rulers, community leaders, political actors, and security agencies to collaborate in safeguarding electoral facilities.
-
The Federal Government and the Rivers State Government have partnered by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Government House in Port Harcourt to boost tourism, arts, culture, and the creative economy. Signed by the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, for the Federal Government, and Permanent Secretary Tomonialadeokuma Ishmael for the state, the initiative aims to expand economic opportunities and develop Nigeria’s creative industries through collaborative state efforts.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
‘Let’s Build Our Own Dubai’ – Fubara Governor Siminalayi Fubara stated that the agreement aligns with his administration’s goal to diversify the state’s economy beyond traditional infrastructure by investing in hospitality and tourism. Highlighting areas like Andoni, the governor noted that a public-private partnership is currently building a new tourist beach with its first phase targeting a December opening. To unlock these ecotourism potentials—which feature rich biodiversity and local wildlife like elephants—the state is constructing the Oyorokoto road in the Andoni Local Government Area.
Arguing that development should extend beyond physical infrastructure like roads and hospitals, Fubara emphasized the economic power of leisure and entertainment, pointing to global destinations like Dubai, Spain, and Qatar.
-
“If we cannot go to Dubai, let us build our own Dubai in Rivers State,” Fubara stated, expressing that the state would bring tangible results to life within four months and invite the Federal Government back to commission projects.
-
He also thanked the Federal Government for choosing Rivers as a primary implementation hub for the Renewed Hope Cultural Project to support youth and preserve cultural heritage.
Rivers as a Strategic Tourism Hub Minister Hannatu Musawa explained that President Bola Tinubu created her ministry to diversify the national economy, generate jobs, and scale up creative sectors.
-
Musawa noted that true success requires active collaboration with state governments rather than federal isolation.
-
She highlighted Rivers State as a crucial “low-hanging fruit” for tourism due to its strong infrastructure, cultural richness, and international flight accessibility.
-
Praising the state’s vibrant cultural welcome, Musawa voiced strong optimism that the Renewed Hope Cultural Project will successfully cement Rivers as a premier tourism and creative destination in Nigeria.
-
latest11 months ago“Social Media Erupts As Jim Iyke Declares Rita Dominic Nollywood’s Most Beautiful”
-
latest2 years agoEdo Political Showdown: Oshiomhole Appears At Presidential Villa As Tinubu Hands APC Gubernatorial Flag To Okpebholo (Photos & Video)
-
entertainment2 years agoLove Knows No Age American Woman Defends Marriage To Young Nigerian Man “I’m Not 70”
-
latest2 years agoOlumide Akpata Strikes Again: Drops Killer Track, Sends Edo State Into Frenzy!(Video)
-
Politics3 years agoNigerians React As Pastor Adeboye Foresees Passing Away On A Sunday After Enjoying A Satisfying Meal Of Pounded Yam
-
latest2 years agoFG Identifies 31 States At Risk Of Heavy Flooding In 2024: See Full List
-
Politics3 years agoBREAKING: Inspector-General Of Police Summons Top Police Commanders For Crucial-Security Challenges
-
latest2 years ago5 NYSC Corpers Perish In Fatal Road Accident Returning From Camp