An Islamic scholar and lecturer at the University of Ilorin, Prof. Imam Abubakr Ali-Agan, has raised concerns over alarming cases of fraud allegedly being committed by some Nigerian pilgrims in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Prof. Ali-Agan, who is currently performing the pilgrimage, made the disclosure in a video obtained by SaharaReporters over the weekend. He revealed that despite the spiritual significance of the Hajj, certain individuals are taking advantage of fellow pilgrims under the pretense of assisting them with currency exchange. “It’s unfortunate. The Nigerian government gives each pilgrim money to…
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Group Moves For Recall Of Ikpamezie.
Extremely worried by what it described as complete absence of constituency engagements, Legislative incompetence,overreach and abuse of oversight functions, complicity in community conflicts,promotion of internal wrangling within the leadership of the APC in Mbaitoli LGA, among others,a group under the aegis of ‘Concerned Mbaitoli LGA Stakeholders’,has called for immediate recall of the member representing Mbaitoli state-constituency in the Imo State House of Assembly,Hon.Innocent Ikpamezie. This was contained in a statement issued to newsmen in Owerri,signed by Chief Stanley Iheanacho (Convener) with phone number;,Hon.Jude Onyeanu (Secretary,Mr.Celestine Ejiogu, and Hon.Chidi Ibezimako, the…
Read MoreGroup Demands Justice For 20 Year – Old Man killed For Allegedly Stealing Power Bank.
A Human Rights organization, Stand For Humanity Foundation has called on the Commissioner of Police in Imo state, Aboki Danjuma, to ensure that all those who administered jungle justice on 20 year-old old Chinonso Amadi, did not escape justice. Some persons reportedly mobbed the young man to death on May 21 at Owaelu Uratta in the Owerri North Local Government Area of the state. They had accused him of stealing a power Bank and consequently killed him while torturing him at a place called “torture centre” in the community.…
Read MoreWhen Voting Can’t Be Mandatory
By Emeka Omeihe A bill for mandatory voting for all eligible Nigerians passed the second reading at the House of Representatives penultimate week. Jointly sponsored by the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas and a lawmaker from Plateau state, Daniel Asama, the bill seeks to amend the Electoral Act 2022 to make voting compulsory for all Nigerians of voting age in national and state elections. The proposed piece of legislation prescribes a fine of N100,000 or six months imprisonment or both for eligible voters who fail to exercise that civic duty without valid…
Read MoreABA YOUTHS STORM STREETS IN MASSIVE ENYIMBA CITY SOLIDARITY ,FITNESS WALK TO CELEBRATE GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI’S ACHIEVEMENTS
…A Celebration of Promise Kept and Transformation Delivered Aba, May 24, 2025 — In a vibrant display of unity, gratitude, and celebration, the bustling commercial city of Aba came alive today as thousands of jubilant residents participated in the Enyimba City Solidarity and Fitness Walk, themed “Appreciating the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, for Promise Kept!” The solidarity event, which took off from the iconic Azikiwe Road by Asa, witnessed an electrifying atmosphere as youths, market women, traders, community leaders, children, and supporters of good governance flooded…
Read MoreJ Virus Attack: Imo JSC Scandal Deepens with Attorney-General’s Sack after a Scathing Virus Speech
A storm of controversy continues to engulf the Imo State Judicial Service Commission, with fresh allegations and speculations intensifying following the abrupt removal of the state’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr C.O.C. Akaolisa, on Monday, May 26, 2025. The dismissal, announced by the Commissioner for Information, Public Orientation, and Strategy, Hon Declan Emelumba, comes on the heels of Akaolisa’s provocative statement at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Owerri Law Week opening ceremony on May 21, 2025, where he likened a “virus” (Judiciary Virus – “J Virus” for short) to…
Read MoreAkwaIbom: Sani To Gov Eno, Your Excuse For Defection Is Baseless
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Sani, has slammed Governor Umo Eno over his defection reasons. Naijaonpoint reported that Akwa Ibom State Governor said he had made up his mind to leav PDP. While reiterating his love for the party, he stated that PDP may not guarantee his electoral victory. “I love the PDP; I want to stay in the PDP, but clearly, I don’t have a roadmap to guarantee that I’ll be able to have a smooth sail in the elections, not because we won’t win…
Read MorePoor Attention To Imo Public Schools: The Case Of Amauzari Central School
Amauzari Central School in Isiala Mbano LGA. In 1976/77,this primary school played a central role in Amauzari community by hosting the students of a newly built college, then Amauzari comprehensive secondary school ,immediately after the creation of Imo state. The students of Comprehensive Secondary school were camped in this primary school with full compliments of facilities. The Central primary school Amauzari school hall was converted into a boarding hostel where all year one students lived for one year. There were enough class rooms that accommodated classes -A to D.…
Read MoreSit-At-Home Order Wanes in Southeast Nigeria, Says Ribadu
The influence of the sit-at-home order in Southeast Nigeria is significantly declining, according to National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu. According to a report from Daily Trust, Speaking at a recent security conference in Abuja, Ribadu highlighted the diminishing control of non-state actors enforcing the order, attributing the progress to collaborative efforts between security agencies, local leaders, and communities. The sit-at-home directive, initially introduced by separatist groups like the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), was intended to protest perceived marginalization and demand self-determination. However, it has disrupted daily life, crippled…
Read MoreDangote To Politicians, Remember You Are Not Taking Money To Grave
Dangote said, since nobody would take money to the grave, it would be wise for political leaders to make good use of it for the people. The President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote has sent a message to Nigerian politicians. He warned them that they wouldn’t be taking money to the grave. Dangote also called on politicians to prioritize job creation for the citizens. The billionaire businessman stated this on Wednesday at the Taraba International Investment Summit 2025. He urged leaders to give attention to job creation for the benefit…
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