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Normalcy returns to Abuja after Free Nnamdi Kanu protest
100 memoranda were submitted in Calabar on Tuesday as critical stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-South zone held the first public hearing on the amendment of the party’s national constitution. The session, hosted in Cross River State, drew representatives of APC governors, state chairmen, and legal advisers from all five South-South
Normalcy returns to Abuja after Free Nnamdi Kanu protest
100 memoranda were submitted in Calabar on Tuesday as critical stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-South zone held the first public hearing on the amendment of the party’s national constitution.
The session, hosted in Cross River State, drew representatives of APC governors, state chairmen, and legal advisers from all five South-South states except Rivers, which is yet to be fully integrated into the ruling party’s structure.
Non-executive stakeholders and party loyalists also participated, pushing for reforms to strengthen internal democracy and ensure inclusiveness within the APC.
Chairman of the Cross River State APC, Barr. Alphonsus Ogar Eba, who presided over the hearing and represents the zone on the constitution amendment committee, said President Bola Tinubu had directed the review to accommodate the party’s expanding membership base.
Eba disclosed that similar zonal hearings will hold across the country, with the next session scheduled for Katsina in the North-West.
“President Tinubu called for this review to create more room for women, youths, and persons with disabilities,” he said.
“The aim is to build a constitution that will serve the party effectively for many years to come.”
He noted that 10 of the 100 memoranda originated from Cross River State and would be harmonised with inputs from other geopolitical zones before a final draft is presented to the national leadership.
APC National Vice Chairman for the South-South, Chief Victor Giadom, described the constitution as the “cornerstone of the party’s internal democracy,” stressing that it defines the rights, powers, and limitations of members and leaders.
“It is not just a framework,” he said, “but a living testament to our collective values, justice, and commitment to the rule of law.”
Representing Governor Bassey Otu at the event, Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Elvert Ayambem, said the exercise was crucial to safeguard individual liberties and strengthen the APC’s democratic foundations.
“For us to build a stronger APC that will endure for the next 50 years and beyond,” Ayambem said, “members must continue to make meaningful contributions to its constitution and growth.”
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Transcorp Hotels records N10.1 billion pre-tax profit in Q3 2025, up 71%
Transcorp Hotels Plc has released its financial results for the third quarter of 2025, reporting a pre-tax profit of N10.1 billion, up from N5.9 billion in the same period of 2024. The post Transcorp Hotels records N10.1 billion pre-tax profit in Q3 2025, up 71% appeared first on Nairametrics.
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Lagos Govt seals church, others over noise, air pollution
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, has sealed several establishments in the Ifako-Ijaiye and Igando areas over repeated cases of noise and air pollution. This was in a post on the agency’s verified X on Tuesday, after an enforcement operation carried out on Monday. DAILY POST reports that among the sealed premises were the
Lagos Govt seals church, others over noise, air pollution
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, has sealed several establishments in the Ifako-Ijaiye and Igando areas over repeated cases of noise and air pollution.
This was in a post on the agency’s verified X on Tuesday, after an enforcement operation carried out on Monday.
DAILY POST reports that among the sealed premises were the Cherubim and Seraphim (King of Kings) Church in Georgius Cole Estate, Ifako-Ijaiye; a fufu-making shop for heat and air pollution; and Tyonex Nigeria Limited, LASU–Isheri Road, Igando, for environmental nuisance.
According to the agency’s General Manager, Babatunde Ajayi, the enforcement was aimed at protecting public health and restoring environmental sanity across Lagos.
Ajayi explained that the agency had received multiple complaints from residents about the church’s activities despite previous warnings.
He specifically frowned at the Cherubim and Seraphim Church operating illegally within a residential Georgius Cole Estate, Ifako Ijaye, with several complaints of unabated noise infractions brought against the Church by the residents.
LASEPA boss also warned that while freedom of worship is guaranteed, it must not violate the rights of others.
“As much as there is freedom of worship in the State, no individual or association is allowed to infringe on the fundamental rights of others or impact negatively on the health of other neighbours in the name of religious activities,”Ajayi added.
DAILY POST had earlier reported that the Lagos State Government sealed the sewage and wastewater treatment facility of Yaba College of Technology for allegedly discharging raw sewage into the environment.
The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office, under the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, carried out the enforcement after several warning letters sent to the institution were ignored.
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‘Painful, devastating’ – Gov Alia condoles Moro over deaths of children
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has condoled the Senate Minority Leader/Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, Abba Moro, over the death of his son, Peter Moro, and his grandson, Divine Abba Moro Jnr. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday in Makurdi by Mr Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to the governor. Alia described
‘Painful, devastating’ – Gov Alia condoles Moro over deaths of children
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has condoled the Senate Minority Leader/Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, Abba Moro, over the death of his son, Peter Moro, and his grandson, Divine Abba Moro Jnr.
This was contained in a statement on Tuesday in Makurdi by Mr Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to the governor.
Alia described the deaths of the lawmaker’s sons within 24 hours of each other, as painful and devastating, saying “anyone who believes in humanity will be touched by the double tragedy”.
He urged the lawmaker, his family, the people of Benue South, and the entire state to accept what had happened as the will of God, who gives and takes away life.
The governor prayed to God to grant the departed sons eternal rest.
Peter, who had recently completed his studies in Turkey, reportedly returned to Nigeria to begin his National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, programme.
Sadly, he died in a fatal motor accident along the Mararaba axis in Nasarawa state, just 24 hours after the burial of his father’s grandson.
‘Painful, devastating’ – Gov Alia condoles Moro over deaths of children
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Nasarawa: Family releases burial programme for late senator Solomon Ewuga
The family of the late Senator Solomon Akku Ewuga, former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State and Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has announced the schedule for his funeral rites. According to a statement released by the family, the ceremonies will begin with a Night of Songs and Tributes on Thursday, October
Nasarawa: Family releases burial programme for late senator Solomon Ewuga
The family of the late Senator Solomon Akku Ewuga, former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State and Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has announced the schedule for his funeral rites.
According to a statement released by the family, the ceremonies will begin with a Night of Songs and Tributes on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at De Rainbow Marque Events Centre, Garki, Abuja, starting at 4:00 p.m.
A wake keep is slated for Friday, October 31, at the late senator’s residence in Alushi, Nassarawa Eggon Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, also beginning at 4:00 p.m.
The final burial service will hold on Saturday, November 1, at the Evangelical Reformed Church of Christ (ERCC), Alushi, by 10:00 a.m., after which Senator Ewuga will be laid to rest.
Senator Ewuga, who represented Nasarawa North Senatorial District in the 7th National Assembly, passed away on September 23, 2025, in Cairo, Egypt, where he had travelled for medical treatment. He was 70 years old.
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Imo granted license for fourth state university by NUC
The Imo State government has been granted a fresh license to operate its fourth state university by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Prof. Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, the NUC Executive Secretary, handed the operational license for the University of Innovation, Science and Technology, Omuma, Imo State, to Governor Hope Uzodimma in Abuja on Monday. In a
Imo granted license for fourth state university by NUC
The Imo State government has been granted a fresh license to operate its fourth state university by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Prof. Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, the NUC Executive Secretary, handed the operational license for the University of Innovation, Science and Technology, Omuma, Imo State, to Governor Hope Uzodimma in Abuja on Monday.
In a brief ceremony at the Commission’s headquarters, the NUC boss said the new license was a testament to Imo State government’s commitment to education, noting that it is a reflection of the collective resolve to expand access to quality university education for all Nigerians.
He said, “The National Universities Commission remains dedicated to ensuring that our higher education sector meets the highest standards of academic excellence and the approval of this university shall be in line with our mandate to regulate and maintain quality assurance in the Nigerian university system.
“Imo State has a rich and evolving higher education landscape, with institutions that drive academic excellence, research and community development. The state is home to seven notable universities currently, two federal, three state and two private, along with several other tertiary institutions.”
He noted that it was a shared responsibility to ensure that the new university, the 301st in the Nigerian University System, becomes not just another addition to the list of universities, but a true centre of learning, character building and societal transformation.
In his response, Governor Uzodimma, claimed that Imo State has a teeming population of young people who desire to be properly educated to support the growth of the state economy and the politics itself.
“So, this recognition today is, for me, a prayer answered, that our young men and women who have been struggling hard to have access to admission into a commendable and reputable university or tertiary institution have also won this prize.
“This University of Innovation, Science and Technology, in partnership with Imo Digital City, already has a mentoring agreement with the University of Berkeley in California. The whole idea is to broaden the digital curriculum to create startups, young entrepreneurs who will not only go to school to be employed, but who will graduate and as they graduate, they will also create jobs and become employers of labour. So it is also a business school.
“I am very grateful to the Executive Secretary and his team, and the NUC for granting this formal recognition to all of us, including members of my cabinet who worked hard to see it come true, I am indeed very grateful,” he said.
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Army Recovers 290,000 Litres of Stolen Crude Products, Arrests 28 in N’Delta
Army Recovers 290,000 Litres of Stolen Crude Products, Arrests 28 in N’Delta
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt
Troops of 6 Division of the Nigerian Army has deactivated four illegal refining sites, and seized over 290,000 litres of stolen products from across Niger Delta region.
The troops, in conjunction with other security agencies, consolidating their efforts in the ongoing anti-crude oil theft operations, said they also arrested 28 suspects in connection to oil theft in the region.
This was disclosed in a statement signed by the acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army Public Relations, Lt Col Danjuma Jonah, and made available to journalists in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, yesterday.
Danjuma revealed that following a tip-off on illegal oil bunkering activities around a pipeline at Elele Alimini in Emohua LGA, troops swung into action and impounded a tanker with registration number Rivers JJN 287 ZU coming out of the pipeline right of way.He said the vehicle was suspected to have loaded about 90,000 litres of stolen products from the site, adding that two suspects, the driver and his motor boy, were arrested in the operation.
Also, at Okolomade in Abua/Odual LGA, over 2,600 litres of illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil were said to be recovered by the troops.
In a related development, at Okrika, Okrika LGA, two wooden boats were intercepted by the security agencies while loading petrol from a vessel offloading the product at a jetty.
Danjuma, who noted this in his statement, said: “Two boats were intercepted at Okrika, with one loaded with over 33,000 litres of stolen products at a jetty in Okrika. Relatedly, another wooden boat loaded with over 5,000 litres of stolen products was also intercepted in the area.”
Along Imo River, the troops deactivated two illegal refining sites and seized three drum pots, three receivers, and over 2,500 litres of stolen crude around Obuzor, Asa Asa in Ukwa West LGA of Abia State.
At Orashi River waterside, two wooden boats were intercepted with over 700 litres of Dual Purpose Kerosene recovered, while six suspects were arrested in connection with the seizures.
Meanwhile, in Delta State, troops acted on credible intelligence on the activities of oil thieves along the PAN Ocean Pipeline right of way in Ethiope East LGA. On sighting the troops, the criminals fled. However, one suspect was arrested and various items recovered.
These included vandalised pipes, hoses, a large quantity of Bagco sacks, and leather materials. Others included one Peugeot 406 car, a Camry car, one Toyota SUV, as well as a van loaded with over 1,650 litres of stolen products.
The statement further revealed that troops on pipeline surveillance along the Midwestern Oil and Gas Pipeline Right of Way at Umusan-Obodogwa in Ndokwa West LGA intercepted a Mercedes-Benz truck with registration number Enugu VE 174 ENU conveying 24 pieces of 14-inch pipes and three gas cylinders, two persons were arrested.
Furthermore, around Eruemukohwarien in Ughelli North LGA, a Toyota Hiace bus with registration number Delta PTN 926 XA was intercepted, loaded with 10 drums filled with 2,500 litres of condensates, with the driver arrested.
Danjuma stated that in Bayelsa and Akwa Ibom States, troops have scaled up both kinetic and non-kinetic operations, effectively dominating the operational landscape and thereby denying criminal elements the freedom of action.
However, the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Emmanuel Emekah, has commended the troops for the exploits recorded.
The GOC further charged them to sustain the operational tempo in clamping down on economic saboteurs and other associated crimes in the region.
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MNK protest: Nigerian govt has no respect for human rights – Amnesty Country Director, Sanusi
Security in Abuja blocked major roads on Monday as protesters demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), took to the streets. The blockage and deployment of security personnel caused heavy traffic across parts of the city. Witnesses said the protest, which was peaceful, turned tense after
MNK protest: Nigerian govt has no respect for human rights – Amnesty Country Director, Sanusi
Security in Abuja blocked major roads on Monday as protesters demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), took to the streets.
The blockage and deployment of security personnel caused heavy traffic across parts of the city.
Witnesses said the protest, which was peaceful, turned tense after security operatives allegedly fired tear gas to disperse the crowd.
Some protesters accused the police of assaulting them and confiscating their personal belongings. Others were taking forcefully to different police stations in the Nigerian capital forcing the convener of the protest Omoyele Sowore to storm police stations with his supporters to secure the release of the protesters.
Earlier, a video had emerged when Sowore and others took to their heels when policemen mobilized to the scene of the protest open fire at protesters.
An FCT media aide, Lere Olayinka had mocked Sowore in a video he posted with a caption, “ Why Cashtivist Sowore come pick race like this bayi?”
Report also has it that Kanu’s lawyer and his younger brother have been arrested and currently detained in Abuja.
His post has since elicited serious response from the activist supporters and supporters of Nnamdi Kanu.
Reacting to the incident, Amnesty International condemned the actions of the security forces, describing them as a violation of fundamental human rights.
In an exclusive interview with DAILY POST on Tuesday, Amnesty International’s Country Director in Nigeria, Isa Sanusi, said the events of the previous day were “deeply regrettable” and exposed the government’s lack of commitment to protecting citizens’ rights to peaceful protest and freedom of expression.
“What happened yesterday is unfortunate and shows that the Nigerian government is not sincere about respecting the rights of citizens to peaceful protest,” Sanusi said.
“We observed how journalists were assaulted, some were arrested and had their equipment seized. Even lawyers were detained. This clearly demonstrates that nothing has changed in how authorities respond to peaceful demonstrations.”
Sanusi also condemned the use of tear gas by security personnel, stressing that it violates established human rights standards. “We saw security operatives using tear gas to disperse peaceful protesters. This is unlawful,” he said.
“The government should be setting an example in respecting the law and protecting human rights. If such actions continue, it will pose a serious threat to human rights protection in Nigeria.”
This is not the first time Amnesty had accused Nigerian security agencies of using excessive force against demonstrators. A 34-page report released by the organization in 2024 accused police of unlawful arrests and killings during protests against the high cost of living on October 1, 2024 — allegations the police have since denied.
Monday’s protest marked the first major demonstration in Abuja demanding Kanu’s release since his arrest in 2021.
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Listen to masses, release Nnamdi Kanu – Igbo community tells Tinubu
The Igbo Community Association in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to order the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, in response to growing public agitation. The President General of the association, Engr Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, made the appeal in a statement, urging
Listen to masses, release Nnamdi Kanu – Igbo community tells Tinubu
The Igbo Community Association in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to order the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, in response to growing public agitation.
The President General of the association, Engr Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, made the appeal in a statement, urging President Tinubu to heed the voice of the people and address the issue democratically.
He warned that the continued detention of Kanu, who has been in custody for over four years, could become a major distraction to the administration if not handled swiftly.
Ellis-Ezenekwe noted that many Nigerians view Kanu’s prolonged detention without conviction as an act of injustice, recalling that he was abducted from Kenya and returned to Nigeria by government agents.
He urged the President to use his executive powers to resolve the matter peacefully, describing Tinubu as a “clever and wise politician” who must also demonstrate wisdom as a democratic leader.
“The people want Nnamdi Kanu to be freed. He deserves justice. It is not illegal for a people to agitate for their rights,” he added.
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Nigeria fears accountability, not armed groups – Farotimi
Civil rights activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, says the Nigerian state fears accountability and the rule of law more than it fears armed groups terrorizing citizens. Farotimi stated this on Tuesday while responding to questions in an interview on The Morning Brief, a programme on Channels Television monitored by DAILY POST. He said that the
Nigeria fears accountability, not armed groups – Farotimi
Civil rights activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, says the Nigerian state fears accountability and the rule of law more than it fears armed groups terrorizing citizens.
Farotimi stated this on Tuesday while responding to questions in an interview on The Morning Brief, a programme on Channels Television monitored by DAILY POST.
He said that the Nigerian state has consistently demonstrated hostility towards citizens who peacefully demand their rights while showing tolerance to violent actors like bandits and terrorists.
His stance comes after a protest for the release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, from detention.
DAILY POST reports that the protest, led by activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, was held in Abuja on Monday.
“I think it is easy to elicit the truth when you look at the objective realities. On October 20, 2020, Nigerians were protesting peacefully, waving flags and singing the national anthem. They were murdered in cold blood. That is the response of the Nigerian state to those demanding to be treated as citizens,” he said.
Farotimi noted that the #EndSARS protest was a response to years of brutality by the now-defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), which he described as the “brutal arm” of the Nigerian government in enforcing impunity. He said rather than address citizens’ grievances, the state resorted to violence.
He added that every time activists like Omoyele Sowore and others organize protests, the Nigerian Police respond with “full force, always ready to murder and maim,” but remain silent in the face of atrocities committed by bandits, terrorists and armed militias.
“When you look at the way the same Nigerian state treats bandits, terrorists, and Fulani militia murdering Nigerians in the full glare of everyone, you see complicit silence by the state. The Nigerian state is scared of being subjected to the rule of law and being accountable to its victims,” he added.