https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lO3OUyoqWA?si=MXJP3hKd2WRIO9-3 Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, criticises Governor Fubara over the state of public schools, says the former Rivers State Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, left over N600 billion when leaving and wonders why the funds are not being utilised in the education sector
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IgPAu-ZKiQ?si=Trpho0ez0T4cXp-5 Laughter at the All Nigeria Judges Conference in Abuja as President Tinubu avoids calling out the full names of dignitaries due to a mistake by a previous speaker who called the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Jakande instead of Lateef Fagbemi.
Tinubu retorted with 'All protocols observed' and jokingly added that he doesn't want to resurrect Lateef Jakande.
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Sani, has revealed why the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, did not attend the party’s national convention held in Oyo State at the weekend.
Fubara was one of the governors elected under the platform of the PDP who were conspicuously absent from the ongoing party’s convention in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Also absent were the governors of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, and Agbu Kefas of Taraba State. The latter has announced he would be leaving the PDP soon.
However, governors Ahmadu Fintri of Adamawa State, Caleb Muftwang of Plateau State, Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, and the host, Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, attended the event.
It was gathered that Fubara also boycotted the convention over his ties with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike-led faction of the party.
DAILY POST reports that despite conflicting court orders aiming to stop the exercise, the convention has already kicked off.
Sani claimed that Fubara is in a cage and is neither here nor there when it comes to participation in the party’s activities.
“Fubara has been caged. And you know it. You know that all the landmines that were placed before him to make him not be interested in participating in politics are there,” he said on Arise TV.
“Fubara is neither here nor there. He has not come out publicly to say he’s no longer a member of the PDP, and that is why, in our program of activities at the convention, his picture was there, because he’s still a member of the PDP, unless he says otherwise.
“Now you just told me that the governor of Taraba is completing his medical [treatment] and going on transfer to APC; that makes him, you know, an outgoing member of the PDP. He has already made a declaration. But as far as we are concerned, Fubara has not made any declaration. He’s still a member of the PDP.
“And there’s nothing we can say other than to say he’s still a member.
“I don’t think there was that need for us to [call Fubara to attend the convention] because it is an invitation that is extended to every member of the party; you are invited to come or at liberty not to come.
“So we don’t have to call him on the phone or do anything other than to invite him.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mE5VgwlUS44?si=CZExmcyfO3S9nsI7 Naval Officer, Lieutenant Yerima who had an altercation with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike some days ago, was stopped by the Police for a driving a car with a concealed number plate and fully tinted windows
I am asking the Nigerian government to do the right thing and partner with the United States to protect Christians and end to the slaughter of our brothers and sisters in Christ - Rep Riley Moore
IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu Arrives Court As Session Begins
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has arrived at the Federal High Court in Abuja for the continuation of his ongoing trial.
"The matter of FRN versus Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has convened, #MNK has arrived, the Judge is in seating. Onyendu’s braves-in-council are assembled," Aloy Ejimakor, special counsel to Kanu, posted on X.
SaharaReporters understand that there is heavy security in the court premises.
Earlier, SaharaReporters reported that the Federal High Court in Abuja had given the detained IPOB leader until November 7 to open his defence in the ongoing terrorism trial.
The court again warned that failure to do so would lead to the closure of his case.
Justice James Omotosho, presiding over the matter, described the adjournment as Kanu’s last opportunity to defend himself.
"We had adjourned till today for the defendant to put in his defence or be deemed closed. But, I am bound to give him another opportunity to put in his defence,” the judge said.
“If he does not, I will deem him closed. I know that he is an economist and not a lawyer. I will give the last opportunity to the defendant to put in his defence, failure which he would be deemed closed,” Justice Omotosho added before adjourning till November 7.
Earlier, prosecuting counsel Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN) had urged the court to foreclose Kanu’s defence, noting that he had already used up five of the six days allotted for his defence without presenting any witnesses or evidence.
Awomolo reminded the court that “the court, on Tuesday, adjourned till Wednesday for Kanu to enter a defence in his trial or be deemed to have waived his right to do so.” He added that the defendant again refused to open his defence when proceedings resumed.
According to the prosecution, Kanu maintained that there was no valid charge against him and therefore declined to proceed. Awomolo then prayed the court to foreclose the defendant and adjourn the matter for judgment.
From the dock, Kanu reiterated his position, insisting there was “no valid charge” against him to warrant entering any defence.
Meanwhile, Justice Omotosho cautioned Kanu’s former lawyers — P. A. N. Ejiofor, Aloy Ejimakor, Dr. Maxwell Opara, and Prince Mandela Umegburu — who now act as his consultants, to conduct themselves within professional ethics.
This followed complaints by Awomolo, who accused the lawyers of granting media interviews and making social media posts about the ongoing trial.
The court then adjourned proceedings till November 7, when Kanu is expected to finally open his defence or have the case declared closed.
Amid national conversation over the detention of Nnamdi Kanu's lawyer, Fresh update has emerge as Arisetv Rufai Oseni has drop vital question over the queries dump on the professional insensitivity of Aloy Ejimakor over constitutional provision on... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtVHEOFkbII?si=3A1HMAxYFXKN_IsN
Omoyele Sowore, a dedicated advocate, has provided an update on the detention of Aloy Ejimakor, a key attorney for Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, along with other demonstrators in Abuja. With compassion, Sowore invites Nigerians to join in solidarity, fostering hope and collective action to support Kanu’s cause and seek justice in a challenging time.
Witness the compelling moment when Omoyele Sowore, a prominent activist and advocate for justice, met with the detained lawyer of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu (MNK), alongside other individuals held in custody, prior to their transfer.
This poignant encounter, charged with emotion and solidarity, underscores Sowore’s unwavering commitment to championing the cause of those facing incarceration.
The meeting took place in a highly charged atmosphere, as Sowore engaged with the detainees, offering support and shedding light on their plight.
This significant moment captures the essence of resilience and the ongoing struggle for justice, highlighting the challenges faced by those in detention and the broader fight for human rights.