An Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has issued an interim injunction prohibiting Lagos-based lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, from publishing, selling, or distributing any copies—physical, digital, or otherwise—of his book titled Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System. The injunction, delivered by Justice Peter Kekemeke, also extends to Farotimi’s agents, publishers, and several high-profile booksellers, including Amazon, Rovingheights, Jazzhole Lagos, and Glendora Bookshop. The ruling came after an ex-parte application filed by Kehinde Ogunwumiju (SAN), a managing partner at the Afe Babalola law firm, accusing the book of containing defamatory material. Although the specific allegations of libel were not…
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Hon. Valentine Oyemike, the APC candidate for the Delta State House of Assembly, Ndokwa West Constituency, in the 2023 general elections, has officially welcomed Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Hon. Ibori-Suenu, the Honourable Member representing Ethiope Federal Constituency, has been described by Hon. Oyemike as a transformational leader whose decision to join the APC is a monumental boost to the party’s surging strength and influence in Delta State. Hon. Oyemike commended Hon. Ibori-Suenu for her recent uncommon empowerment programs, which have significantly impacted the lives of her constituents. He highlighted her dedication to community development as…
The Delta State Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, and Social Development has urged orphanages across the state to adopt best practices and streamline adoption processes, emphasizing the need to prioritize the welfare of children under their care. This appeal was made during a meeting of the Child Rights Implementation Committee, which brought together Heads of Personnel Management from local government areas, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), and other stakeholders committed to advancing the Child Rights Law in Delta State. Speaking at the event, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Oghenekevwe Agas, raised concerns over irregularities observed in…
The Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriations, chaired by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, held its maiden meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. This meeting marked the official commencement of the committee’s work, which is expected to tackle some of the most pressing historical injustices and systemic grievances in the country. In his opening remarks, Senator Nwoko praised the composition of the committee, describing its members as a group of accomplished individuals whose diverse backgrounds in politics, business, and public service make them well-suited for the task ahead. He expressed confidence that their collective experience would drive the committee to success.…
By Nelson Agbajor Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, Delta State Commissioner for Information, has played a significant role in the media evolution and political landscape in Delta State. Deploying a well tested, strategic, media management approach, which he honed to near perfection in his previous engagements, particularly as State Publicity Secretary of Delta PDP, Dr. Osuoza has steadily and systematically delivered on his defined portfolio mandate, which is fundamentally anchored, on shaping the collective public perception of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration and effectively advancing the MORE Agenda, positively. Operating within the existing ambit of extant statutes and principles, both professionally and administratively,…
The Kano State Police Command has arrested three persons for being in possession of counterfeit currencies amounting to N129,542,826,000. The Command’s Spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, revealed this while addressing journalists at a press briefing on Tuesday. “Counterfeit currencies equivalent to a total sum of N129,542,823,000:00 were recovered,” Kiyawa said. The PPRO gave the breakdown of the fake currencies as $3,366,000, CFA51,970,000 and N1,443,000. He added that the two individuals arrested with the money and the person from who they were stolen stole had been apprehended and are in police custody, helping with investigation on the actual producers of the…
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, is expected to attend the appeal fund lunching ceremony of the Armed Forces Emblem, as part of the activities lined up for the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration. Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, in a statement on Monday, said the emblem launch shall hold on Tuesday 10th December, 2024 at the Unity Hall, Government House Asaba, begining from 10am. He quoted the Permanent Secretary, Directorate of Political and Security Services, Mr Chuks Aguonye, as saying that the Emblem Appeal Fund Launch provides a platform for…
Dean, School of Information and Communication Technology, ICT, Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwuashi-Uku, Dr Emmanuel Akpoveta, will attend the 5th edition of Delta State Communication Workshop, DELCOM 2024 as a Trainer State Workshop Facilitator and Director General, Delta State Bureau of Communications and Orientation, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, in a statement on Wednesday said Akpoveta is a renowned communication scholar, prolific writer, social commentator, and author of many text books on mass communication and Journalism. Dr Akpoveta will join Prof Abigail Ogwezzy-Ndisika of the University of Lagos, and Prof Joyce Ogwezi, of Dennis Osadebey University Asaba, to train 150 participants, including…
Senators from the South-Eastern part of Nigeria have declared their support for the President Bola Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills. This was disclosed via a terse statement shared via the X handle of Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on Monday, December 9. The statement reads: “The Tax Reforms Bills were thoroughly deliberated during the South-East Senate Caucus today which I actively participated in. “While it was agreed that the Bill should be supported, it was agreed that extensive consultations with all major stakeholders.”
Immediate Past Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, Comrade Patrick Ochei has congratulated the immediate past Chairman of the Union, Comrade Michael Ikeogwu over his appointment as Senior Special Assistant (Media) to the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, affirming that it is a well deserved appointment. Ochei commended the Governor for the extension of his benevolence to the NUJ in the State, stating that Ikeogwu has joined the class of a privileged past Union leaders making headlines in the Governor’s media team. He further eulogized Ikeogwu as a strong, focused and eventful…