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  • Rivers Assembly Begins Impeachment Process Against Gov Fubara

    Rivers Assembly Begins Impeachment Process Against Gov Fubara

    Contrary to public expectations of renewed presidential intervention, the Rivers State House of Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to commence an investigation into allegations leveled against Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

    Twenty-five of the state assembly’s 32 lawmakers voted in favor of initiating the impeachment process. The decision came after efforts to resolve the political impasse through behind-the-scenes negotiations proved futile.

    Lawmakers announced the decision on Friday at the temporary Assembly complex, addressing the press on why the impeachment process had reached what they described as a point of no return. During the briefing, a member read a written statement outlining the Assembly’s position.

    The House said the decision followed the presentation of formal allegations against the governor and the subsequent resolution to proceed with an investigation.

    Some lawmakers who had previously distanced themselves from the impeachment threat have now reversed their positions. Hon. Emelia Amadi, speaking at the Assembly premises, said she had decided to close ranks with her colleagues, citing what she described as Governor Fubara’s continued unconstitutional actions.

    Other members reiterated their resolve to continue with the process, emphasizing that their actions were guided by constitutional responsibility and the need to uphold the rule of law.

    The impeachment of a state governor in Nigeria is governed by Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended).

    Under the Constitution, impeachment may be initiated on grounds of gross misconduct, defined as grave violations of the Constitution or serious misconduct in the performance of official duties.

    The process begins with a notice of allegation signed by at least one-third of the members of the State House of Assembly and served on the governor. Within 14 days, the Assembly must decide whether to investigate the allegations. Such a decision must be supported by not less than two-thirds of all members.

    If approved, the Speaker requests the Chief Judge of the State to constitute a seven-member investigative panel of persons of unquestionable integrity. The panel is required to investigate the allegations and allow the governor to respond.

    The panel must submit its report within three months. If the allegations are not proven, the matter ends. If they are proven, the House may proceed to adopt the report.

    A governor is removed from office only if the panel’s report is adopted by a resolution supported by not less than two-thirds of the Assembly members, after which the removal takes immediate effect.

    While the Constitution limits court interference in impeachment proceedings, the process must strictly comply with constitutional provisions to be valid.

  • Tinubu Nominates Gen. Christopher Musa as New Minister of Defence

    Tinubu Nominates Gen. Christopher Musa as New Minister of Defence

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence.

    In a letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu announced the appointment of General Musa as the successor to Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, who resigned from the position on Monday.

    General Musa, 58, who was born on December 25, 1967, is a distinguished military officer who served as Chief of Defence Staff from 2023 until October 2025.

    He is a recipient of the prestigious Colin Powell Award for Soldiering (2012).

    Born in Sokoto, General Musa attended primary and secondary schools in the state before proceeding to the College of Advanced Studies, Zaria.

    He graduated in 1986 and enrolled at the Nigerian Defence Academy the same year, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 1991.

    Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in 1991, Musa has held several key positions in the Nigerian Army, including:

    • General Staff Officer 1, Training/Operations, HQ 81 Division
    • Commanding Officer, 73 Battalion
    • Assistant Director, Operational Requirements, Department of Army Policy and Plans
    • Infantry Representative and Member, Training Team, HQ Nigerian Army Armour Corps

    He later served as Deputy Chief of Staff (Training/Operations) at the Infantry Centre and Corps Headquarters, and as Commander of Sector 3, Operation Lafiya Dole, and the Multinational Joint Task Force in the Lake Chad Region.

    In 2021, Musa was appointed Theatre Commander, Operation Hadin Kai, and later became Commander of the Nigerian Army Infantry Corps before being elevated to Chief of Defence Staff by President Tinubu in 2023.

    In his letter to the Senate, President Tinubu expressed confidence in General Musa’s capacity to lead the Ministry of Defence and strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture.

  • Veteran Journalist and Newswatch Co-Founder Dan Agbese Passes Away at 81

    Veteran Journalist and Newswatch Co-Founder Dan Agbese Passes Away at 81

    By Dahiru Ali, Abuja, Nigeria | November 17, 2025

    Nigeria’s media industry is mourning the loss of one of its most iconic figures, Mr. Dan Agbese, a respected journalist, columnist, and co-founder of the defunct Newswatch Magazine. He passed away on Monday morning in Lagos at the age of 81.

    Family sources confirmed that Agbese died peacefully after a brief illness. His passing marks the end of an era in Nigerian journalism, particularly for those who followed Newswatch during its influential years in the 1980s and 1990s.

    Agbese, together with Dele Giwa, Ray Ekpu, and Yakubu Mohammed, co-founded Newswatch in 1984. The magazine broke new ground with its fearless investigative reporting and bold political commentary, setting new standards for press freedom in Nigeria.

    A graduate of the University of Lagos and Indiana State University in the United States, Agbese was widely admired for his clarity of thought, professionalism, and deep insight into national issues. Throughout his long career, he championed ethical journalism and mentored many young reporters who would later become media leaders.

    Tributes have poured in from journalists, politicians, and civil society figures across the country. Many have described his death as “a monumental loss to the Nigerian press.”

    In a statement, the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) commended Agbese for his “unwavering commitment to the pursuit of truth and the defense of press freedom,” calling him “a beacon of integrity and inspiration.”

    Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family in due course.


  • Breaking: Council of State Approves Professor Joash Amupitan as New INEC Chairman

    Breaking: Council of State Approves Professor Joash Amupitan as New INEC Chairman

    The National Council of State has unanimously approved the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu presented Professor Amupitan’s nomination during the Council meeting held on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

    Prof Amupitan is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) from Kogi state. He replaces Professor Mahmood Yakubu, whose tenure ended in October 2025 after seving since 2015.

    This development was disclosed in a statement signed by Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in Abuja.

    President Tinubu described Professor Amupitan as “a man of integrity and impeccable character who is not politically aligned,” noting that he is the first person from Kogi State and the North-Central region to be nominated for the position of INEC Chairman.

    Members of the Council unanimously endorsed the nomination. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State lauded Amupitan’s competence and reputation, describing him as “a man of honour, discipline, and deep commitment to national service.”

    In line with constitutional provisions, President Tinubu is expected to forward Professor Amupitan’s name to the Senate for screening and confirmation.

    Born on April 25, 1967, in Ayetoro Gbede, Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Professor Amupitan, 58, is currently a Professor of Law and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) at the University of Jos, Plateau State. He also serves as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Joseph Ayo Babalola University in Osun State.

    A renowned legal scholar, Amupitan specializes in Company Law, Law of Evidence, Corporate Governance, and Privatization Law. He was conferred with the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in September 2014.

    He began his academic journey at Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin (1982–1984), before proceeding to the University of Jos, where he earned his Bachelor of Laws degree (1984–1987). He was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1988 and later obtained an LLM in 1993 and a PhD in 2007, both from the University of Jos.

    Following his National Youth Service at the Bauchi State Publishing Corporation (1988–1989), Amupitan joined the University of Jos as a lecturer in 1989. He rose steadily through the ranks to become one of the institution’s leading academic administrators.

    He has held several strategic academic positions, including Chairman, Committee of Deans and Directors (2012–2014); Dean, Faculty of Law (2008–2014); and Head, Department of Public Law (2006–2008).

    Outside academia, Professor Amupitan has contributed his expertise to national development through service on various boards and councils. These include the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, the Council of Legal Education (2008–2014), and Integrated Dairies Limited, Vom. He also served as a board member of Riss Oil Limited, Abuja (1996–2004).

    A prolific legal author, his notable publications include Corporate Governance: Models and Principles (2008), Documentary Evidence in Nigeria (2008), Evidence Law: Theory and Practice in Nigeria (2013), Principles of Company Law (2013), and An Introduction to the Law of Trust in Nigeria (2014).

    Professor Amupitan is married and blessed with four children.

  • Israeli war on Gaza: Trump announces peace deal

    Israeli war on Gaza: Trump announces peace deal

    Hamas and Israel have signed on to the first phase of a peace deal, paving the way for the end of the Israeli war on Gaza.

    The breakthrough was announced by the US President, Mr. Donald J.Trump.

    Making the announcement around twelve midnight Nigerian time on his confirmed social media handle, @realDonaldTrump, the President of the United States (POTUS) said, “I am very proud to announce that Israel and Hamas have both signed of on the first phase of our Peace Plan.”

    He went further to state, “ This means that ALL of the Hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their Troops to an agreed upon line as the first steps toward a Strong, Durable and Everlasting Peace.”

    Mr. Trump who had earlier promised to visit the Egyptian venue of the peace negotiation this weekend assured that “All Parties will be treated fairly!”

    “This is a GREAT day for the Arab and Muslim world, Israel,all surrounding Nations, and the United States of America.”

    Further, the President expressed his gratitude to the mediating countries, namely; Qatar, Egypt and Turkey,” who he said worked with the United States “to make this Historic and Unprecedented Event happen.”

    Mr. Ended the message with the biblical phrase, “blessed are the peacemaker.”

    The current Israel-Hamas war, now in its third year, began on October 7, 2023.

    A report by Reuters states that Palestinian health authorities say Israel’s two-year-old ground and air campaign against Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip has killed more than 67,000 people, with nearly a third of the dead under the age of 18.

  • Tinubu mourns Jibril Aminu

    Tinubu mourns Jibril Aminu

    President Bola Tinubu on Thursday paid tribute to Prof. Jibril Aminu, a respected academic and political leader, who died at the age of 85.

    Tinubu extended his condolences to the government and the people of Adamawa, and described Aminu’s death as a profound loss to the nation.

    In the tribute, Tinubu stated that the late professor left remarkable imprints in the sands of time.

    “May he find eternal rest in Aljana Firdaus. And may Allah forgive his sins,” the President prayed.

    Tinubu said Aminu, a professor of cardiology, was one of Nigeria’s most decorated medical professionals who straddled his profession and politics exceptionally.

    The President said Professor Aminu brought erudition and brilliance to statecraft.

    “In his professional life, he earned many laurels for his grit, hard work, and expertise.

    He said Aminu was a fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Science, a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London, a fellow of the West African College of Physicians, and a fellow of the Nigerian Postgraduate Medical College.

    He was also a Consultant in medicine, Senior Lecturer and Sub-Dean of clinical Studies at the University of Ibadan Medical School (1973–1975).

    Aminu was Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (1975–1979), visiting Professor of Medicine at Howard University College of Medicine in Washington DC (1979–1980), and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Maiduguri (1980–1985).

    He served meritoriously in public service as Nigeria’s ambassador to the United States from 1999 to 2003 and as senator representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District from 2003 to 2011.

    He also served as Minister of Education and then Petroleum and Mineral Resources (1989–1992).

    “He epitomised statesmanship and was committed to building a greater Nigeria,” Tinubu wrote. 

  • Breaking News: First American Pope Emerges

    Breaking News: First American Pope Emerges

    The First American, Robert Prevost has been elected as Pope.

    Robert Prevost has been elected as successor to Pope Francis.

    A short while earlier, the white smoke billowed from the chimney on the Sistine Chapel, indicating that the voting process has concluded and the cardinals have chosen a successor to Pope Francis.

    A moderate who was close to Pope Francis and spent years as a missionary in Peru, he becomes the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff, taking the papal name Leo XIV.

  • Breaking News: Pope Francis is dead

    Breaking News: Pope Francis is dead

    The Vatican has announced the death of Pope Francis

    Pope Francis died this Monday aged 88 years.

    More details to follow.

  • Breaking News: Fire guts Ladipo market, Lagos

    Breaking News: Fire guts Ladipo market, Lagos

    Destroys goods worth millions of Naira

    Fire on Tuesday gutted some shops in the Ladipo market destroying goods worth millions of Naira.

    The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday.

    He said that the agency received distress calls through its 767 and 112 emergency toll-free lines at about 00.09hrs concerning the fire outbreak.

    ”LASEMA immediately activated the state’s emergency response plans and response team from its Cappa Base.

    ”Upon arrival at 00.16hrs at the scene of the incident, it was discovered that a warehouse surrounded by shops was gutted by the fire.

    ”Investigations revealed that the inferno was caused by an electric power surge after public electricity power supply was restored to the area,” he said.

    Oke-Osanyintolu said that there was no record of injury or loss of life during the incident.

    ”Valuable goods worth a fortune were however, destroyed by the inferno,” he said.

    He said that the goods destroyed include electronics, generating sets, bicycles, auto spare parts, phones, and home appliances.

    The permanent secretary said that occupants of the warehouse have been sensitised on the appropriate safety measures to take to prevent a re-occurrence in the future. 

  • Breaking: Obasa stages comeback bid, says I remain Lagos Assembly Speaker

    Breaking: Obasa stages comeback bid, says I remain Lagos Assembly Speaker

    Trouble is brewing in President Tinubu’s Lagos as impeached speaker, Mudashiru Obasa told a mammoth crowd at his Ikeja residence on Saturday that he remains the Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly.

    Mr. Obasa says his impeachment did not follow due process, neither did the election of Mrs Mojisola Meranda as his replacement follow the law.

    He told the gathering of  APC members from the Mandate Group at his official residence in Ikeja on Saturday, that he remained the speaker until  the House impeaches him through due process.

    He  alleged that a  fake mace was used to install Meranda as speaker and that hundreds of policemen invaded the House on the day of his removal in order to  intimidate his loyalists.

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    Obasa also alleged  that some policemen invaded his official residence on the same day and prevented members of his family and every other person in the house from coming out.

    Obasa described all the alleged actions as illegalities,vowing to challenge his removal in court.

    He  also vowed to go back to the House and resume as speaker.

    ” The speakership is not Obasa’s title, it is like a general when you go to war, you may come out or you may not come back. So, I am not disturbed, perturbed or worried about the purported removal.

    “However, things must be done properly.The Lagos State Commissioner of Police led police officers to invade the State Assembly on the day of the removal, while over 200 policemen also invaded my private residence in Agege.

    “They also blocked the gate to my official residence, while they prevented members of my family from going out of the house.

    “I am not afraid of being removed, I have been  a member of the House for almost 22 years and  speaker for almost 10 years and I think i have contributed my quota.

    “But why did they have to break  the chamber and  use a fake mace to carry out  the removal?

    “If they say they don’t want me again it is fine , but let them follow due procedure.

    “My status in the House is that I believe strongly that I remain the speaker of the Assembly until the right procedure to remove  me is followed.”, he said.

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    He debunked the allegation that spent N16 billion to  construct a gate at the Assembly complex ,describing the allegation as  ridiculous.

    According to him ,it is  not possible to construct any  gate with N16 billion.

    Obasa also debunked the allegation that he bought  40 Hilux vans  for N40 billion as speaker .

    The former speaker said he had not done anything wrong to warrant his removal ,adding he had lived up to expectations serving as lawmaker for over two decades.

    Obasa said he believed so much in the House Assembly and would never partake in its destruction.

    He appreciated members of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) and Gov. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu for the love for the party and the state.

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    Obasa also thanked the First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu for her support  , and President Bola  Tinubu, who he said would always be his father.

    32 out of the 40 members on Jan. 13 removed Obasa at a plenary over allegation of gross misconduct and financial impropriety.

    The House immediately replaced him with Meranda .