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Fubara’s decision: Falana asserts legislative autonomy

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Fubara’s decision: Falana asserts legislative autonomy. Human rights advocate, Femi Falana, SAN, has asserted that Governor Siminalayi Fubara lacks the authority to relocate the sitting venue of the Rivers State House of Assembly. Falana emphasized that the executive branch cannot dictate the assembly’s meeting location, as the legislature operates independently. “I would […]

Record breaker: Nigerian American woman achieves PhD milestone in Robotics

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Record breaker: Nigerian American woman achieves PhD milestone in Robotics Oluwami (Wami) Dosunmu-Ogunbi has etched her name in history as the first black woman to attain a Doctorate in Robotics from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, in the United States. Wami, hailing from Nigerian immigrant parents, has earned her doctorate in […]

Intruders attack Okuama-Ewu: 1 dead, 3 injured as soldiers withdraw

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Intruders attack Okuama-Ewu: 1 dead, 3 injured as soldiers withdraw Just 24 hours after the Nigerian Army withdrew from Okuama-Ewu Community in Delta State, suspected intruders attacked the area, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to three others. The assailants allegedly encroached on the community to loot zinc, iron, […]

EFCC apprehends 21 suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi EFCC apprehends 21 suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo Operatives from the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have detained 21 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The agency’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, revealed that the suspected cybercriminals were apprehended at various locations […]

Youths rally behind Rivers Governor amid impeachment calls

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Youths rally behind Rivers Governor amid impeachment calls Rivers State youths have dismissed allegations against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, refuting claims that he owes council chairmen outstanding payments. They reaffirmed their steadfast support for Governor Fubara amidst calls for his impeachment by the State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC).   Amb. […]

Internet fraudsters apprehended in Akwa Ibom by EFCC

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Internet fraudsters apprehended in Akwa Ibom by EFCC Operatives from the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested eight individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in Akwa Ibom state. The arrests took place on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Osongama Extension, following actionable intelligence received […]