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Extortion Rampant Amid Soludo’s Security Plans for Anambra State

An investigative journey by THISDAY reporter, David-Chyddy Eleke, revealed widespread extortion along the Awka-Enugu highway, as security operatives ramp up activities ahead of Governor Charles Soludo’s planned military operation, Operation Udo Ga Achi, set to commence in January 2025. The 70-kilometer journey, which should take under an hour, stretched to over three hours due to […]

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Anambra Governor Soludo Prioritizes Security and Development in 2025

Governor Charles Soludo has pledged to focus on enhanced security and accelerated development for Anambra State in 2025. In his New Year message on Wednesday, the governor expressed optimism about the opportunities the year brings, especially with the recent signing of the N607 billion 2025 appropriation bill into law. “This budget marks a significant milestone

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Military Raid on ECTDA Chairman’s Residence Sparks Controversy

Chief Uche Anya, Chairman of the Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority (ECTDA), has clarified reports surrounding a recent incident involving military personnel from the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, Enugu. According to him, the officers attacked his residence but did not physically assault him or harm his police aide, as earlier speculated on social

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Cross River Magistrates Embark on Indefinite Strike Over Welfare and Promotions

Magistrates in Cross River State have commenced an indefinite strike today, following the state government’s failure to address their demands related to welfare, promotions, and improved working conditions. The decision was announced by the Magistrates Association of Nigeria, Cross River State Chapter, in a bulletin issued on Sunday. The bulletin, signed by the association’s chairman,

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Appeal Court Declares NUC’s Closure of Abia Private University Illegal

The Court of Appeal, Enugu Division, has upheld the decision of the Federal High Court, Enugu, which nullified the 2006 closure of Richmond Open University, Arochukwu, Abia State, by the National Universities Commission (NUC). In a judgment delivered on December 6, the three-member appellate panel dismissed the appeal filed by the NUC and its former

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BIOGRAPHY OF EMEKA EMEKESIRI

EMEKA JOHN CHIGOZIE EMEKESIRI, ESQ, PhD B.Sc (Hons) Est. Man (Nig), B.Th., LL.B., B.L., LL.M., PhD, ANIVS, RSV, AMNIM Barrister & Solicitor, Estate Surveyor & Valuer, Management Consultant, Theologian, Minister of God. INTRODUCTION AND EDUCATION: (1) Emeka Emekesiri is from Amucha in Njaba Local Government Area of Imo State. He was trained in both secular

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Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan released from Nigerian detention after eight months

Tigran Gambaryan, Binance’s Head of Financial Crime Compliance, has been released from detention in Nigeria after eight months. The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange confirmed his release, stating that Gambaryan was allowed to leave Kuje prison due to his deteriorating health condition. A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed the money laundering charges against him, citing

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Supreme Court To Rule On EFCC’s Legality Amid Corruption Fight

Nigeria’s Supreme Court is set to deliver a verdict on the legality of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), following a suit filed by 16 state governments. The states argue that the EFCC’s establishment act violates the Nigerian Constitution, specifically Section 12, which requires majority approval from state houses of assembly to enact international

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NDLEA fires back at Senator Ashiru over corruption allegations

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has responded to Senator Yisa Ashiru’s claims that the agency is the most corrupt in Nigeria. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, stated that Ashiru’s comments were motivated by vendetta, citing a recent raid on the senator’s residence in Kwara, where drugs and illicit substances were found, and two of

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Nigerian Army Refutes Reports of Chief of Army Staff’s Death

The Nigerian Army has denied rumors circulating on social media that Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has passed away. Sources from Army Headquarters confirmed that Lagbaja is critically ill, but not deceased. A social media post had claimed Lagbaja died from cancer 48 hours prior, sparking widespread speculation. However, an Army source

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