By: Joy Musa In a landmark ruling that has sent ripples across Nigeria’s political landscape, the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has ruled in favor of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ordering the immediate removal of the Sole Administrator appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the Government House. The court’s decision, delivered on Tuesday morning, gives the Tinubu-backed appointee 48 hours to vacate the premises, reaffirming Governor Fubara’s constitutional mandate as the duly elected leader of Rivers State. The ruling follows months of escalating political tensions between Governor Fubara and his...
Situation Room: Osun Leadership Forum.
Osogbo. 17th April, 2025. Osun Leadership Forum Hails Emergence of PDP South-West Zonal Executives, Urges Unity and Grassroots Reconnection The Osun Leadership Forum has congratulated the newly elected South-West Zonal Executives of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing their emergence as a new dawn for the party, praising the smooth conduct of the congress held in Ibadan and commended the spirit and unity among Delegates and Stakeholders, including Governors Ademola Adeleke and Seyi Makinde. The Forum emphasized that the PDP in the South-West must now reposition itself by deepening unity, reconnecting with grassroots structures, and fostering trust within the party....
Governor Sanwo-Olu Commissions Newly Constructed Lagos State Commercial Court At Tapa
“This building embodies our commitment to fostering a judicial environment that delivers timely, efficient, and specialized adjudication of commercial disputes. “The commercial court has ten fully furnished courtrooms, complemented by libraries on each floor and well-equipped conference rooms. These facilities will not only enhance the judicial experience but will also serve as a refuge for those seeking justice in their commercial dealings. “Our goal is to create a legal framework that supports economic growth, encourages investment, promotes entrepreneurship, and ultimately simplifies the process of doing business in Lagos State. “I remain committed to driving forward initiatives that not only stimulate...
Obi Urges ‘Retreating President’ Tinubu To Suspend Whatever He Is Doing In France To Address The Insecurity Challenges That Intensify In Nigeria
The 2023 Labour Party Presidential candidate and former governor of Anambra State Peter Obi called the attention of President Bola Tinubu to incessant attacks and killing in the northern part of the country Obi urged the president to suspend his retreat and come back home to address the insecurity that bedeviled the country. President Tinubu had on April 2, departed for France on a two-week “working visit”. During Tinubu’s stay in France, there has been a surge in killings and abductions by gunmen in several parts of the country, notably in Plateau and Benue states. The former governor had posted a statement on X on...
Serhou Guirassy hat-trick wasn’t enough as Borussia Dortmund were knocked out of the Champions League
Borussia Dortmund’s 3-1 win over Barcelona in the second leg wasn’t enough to see them through into the semi-final, as they lost to the Spanish side 5-3 on aggregate. Serhou Guirassy’s hat-trick in the match—and his performance generally in the Champions League—didn’t go unnoticed, and if that was an audition to get signed by the European powerhouses, he already passed it. Borussia Dortmund were awarded a penalty in the 11th minute after Pascal Gross was brought down in the box by Wojciech Szczesny. Guirassy stepped up and scored through a well-chipped Panenka. Guirassy made it two for Dortmund four minutes...
Nigeria to Battle in Group B Alongside Two African Football Giants
The TotalEnergies CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations draw has been concluded. Nigeria has been placed in Group B alongside Morocco, Tunisia, and Kenya. There are two other groups, Group A and Group C. Group A features the host nation Egypt, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, and Zambia. Group C comprises the Central African Republic, DR Congo, Ghana, and the holders, Senegal. The Flying Eagles will hope to have a successful outing as they aim to end a decade-long wait for the AFCON U-20 crown.
Aston Villa’s 3-2 Win at Villa Park Not Enough as They Bow Out Proudly in the Champions League Quarter-Finals
Aston Villa’s 3-2 win at Villa Park wasn’t enough as their Champions League journey came to an end after a 5-4 aggregate loss to Paris Saint-Germain. Villa came into the game hoping to overturn a 3-1 first-leg deficit, but things didn’t go according to the script Unai Emery had prepared, as they went behind in the 11th minute. Achraf Hakimi capitalised on an error from Emiliano Martinez to put the French side ahead. Nuno Mendes doubled PSG’s advantage in the 27th minute, but Aston Villa refused to back down and pulled one back seven minutes later through Youri Tielemans. The...
