Politics

Tinubu Appoints Kekere-Ekun as Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria

Tinubu Appoints Kekere-Ekun as Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), following the retirement of Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. The ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja, on Friday. Kekere-Ekun's appointment is subject to Senate confirmation, which would make her the 23rd CJN and the second female to hold the position. She succeeds Justice Ariwoola, who retired after reaching the mandatory age of 70 years, having assumed office on June 27, 2022. President Tinubu had earlier thanked Justice Ariwoola for his dedicated public service. The appointment of Kekere-Ekun marks…
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“Don’t Distract Otti with Talks of APC, 2027” – “Ikenga Gburugburu” Cautions Deputy Speaker, Ben. Kalu

“Don’t Distract Otti with Talks of APC, 2027” – “Ikenga Gburugburu” Cautions Deputy Speaker, Ben. Kalu

The Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom and President of United Abia Artists and Patriots (UAAP) feels compelled to address the recent utterances of Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, which threaten the fabric of our democracy. We urge him to desist from making undemocratic statements, as Nigeria is not a one-party state. We reject the notion that every governor must come from the APC simply because the party holds power at the center. This idea contradicts democratic principles and the rule of law. There is no law in Nigeria mandating governors to come from a particular party. The APC's…
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Re: Zero Protest in Southeast Not Due to Political Maneuvering; Don’t Take Credit

Re: Zero Protest in Southeast Not Due to Political Maneuvering; Don’t Take Credit

PRESS STATEMENT - July 4, 2024 The Southeast Zone of the National Youth Alliance (NYA) is compelled to respond to the recent press briefing by Governor Hope Uzodimma, Chairman of the Southeast Governors Forum, regarding the Southeast region's indifference to the ongoing nationwide protests. We categorically state that the absence of protests in the Southeast is not a result of political influence or maneuvering, but rather a manifestation of the people's detachment from the Nigerian state. Any politician or group claiming credit for this development is either being dishonest or insensitive to the region's challenges. The NYA emphasizes that this…
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#EndBadGovernance Protesters Take to the Streets, Block Major Abuja Highway

#EndBadGovernance Protesters Take to the Streets, Block Major Abuja Highway

In a bold move, protesters affiliated with the #EndBadGovernance movement have blocked Kaduna Road, a critical highway connecting Kaduna to Abuja, according to Premium Times. This demonstration comes just three days before the scheduled 10-day nationwide protest, which aims to address Nigeria's economic challenges. The protesters, armed with placards bearing powerful messages such as "We Are Not Slaves," "Enough is Enough," and "Hardship Is Unbearable," expressed their discontent with the current state of affairs. They chanted anti-government slogans, indicating their unwillingness to wait for the planned protest on Thursday. The organizers of the nationwide protests are demanding improvements in the…
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Karamagi Alex “Dog City” Released from CMI Detention, Recounts Harrowing Experience

Karamagi Alex “Dog City” Released from CMI Detention, Recounts Harrowing Experience

Kampala, Uganda - After nearly a week in detention at the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI), Karamagi Alex, popularly known as "Dog City," has been released alongside comrades Wambi Peter from Luuka and Mwanje Ashraf from Kyadondo. According to sources, the trio was subjected to severe torture during their detention, leaving them in need of urgent medical attention. Dog City before incarceration In a disturbing display of humiliation, Dog City's signature dreadlocked hair was shaved off by his captors. The release of the three comrades has sparked a mix of emotions, with many expressing relief and solidarity. The incident has…
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