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Edo APC Primaries Impasse: Court Orders Parties To Maintain Status Quo

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4 years ago

June 11, 2020

The Federal High Court sitting in Benin, presided over by Mohammed Umar Garba, yesterday, said his ruling on the 8th of June that no action on the party primaries subsists pending on the outcome of the court of Appeal.

The judge, having listened to both parties in the arguments, said the decision earlier reached by the court remains standing pending on the outcome of the court of Appeal.

“Having listened to both parties in this matter, I hereby ordered that the case be transmitted to the court of Appeal and the ruling earlier made subsists.

“The case has been adjourned to on Wednesday 17th, 2020 for hearings to know what the court of Appeal has to say”, the judge said.

Barr. H. O. Ogbodu counsel to the 1st defendant had briefed the court that he was not satisfied with what transpired at the court on the 8th of June and had approached the Appeal Court and the suit no CA/B/128/2020 has been slated to be held on the 16 June, 2020.

On his arguments, Counsel to the 2nd defendant, Barr. Roland Otaru said the Court lacks the jurisdiction to have given the order of stale of executions on the 8th of June and thus decided to appeal on the matter.

He said the issue of jurisdiction is like a “traffic light” that should be obeyed and that going ahead with the case will amount to judicial recklessness.

He prayed the court to hands off on the matter as it has already been appealed at the higher court and that if the higher court decided otherwise, they have no option than to come back to the same court.

Also for Ken Mozia, Counsel to the plantiff, he argued that he has not been served with the various papers and that the subject matter being argued has not been ruled upon by the court therefore, there is no case of issues of jurisdiction or not coming.

He argued that time is of the essence and that the court should be given the time to do its job rather than flooding the court with various papers from the court of Appeal.

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‘Some Humans Are So Wicked They Make Satan Look Like A Child’ – Nigerians React To Woman Who Brutalised Delta Child

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2 hours ago

April 24, 2024

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A woman identified as Gift Azubuike has been apprehended and is currently in custody at the Kwale Divisional Police Headquarters, Delta State, for alleged mistreatment of a child under her care.

Her maltreatment of the helpless child has already sparked outrage, just as concerned citizens and advocacy groups have called for justice.

Reports suggest that Azubuike had been subjecting the child (names withheld) to daily abuse, as confirmed by testimonies from neighbours who witnessed the situation.

Harrison Gwamnishu, a human rights advocate, representing the Human Rights Office in Asaba, disclosed this on his X account on Wednesday.

According to Gwamnishu, the woman reportedly boasted that she held complete authority over the child and remained beyond the reach of any governing body.

“Well, she has been arrested and is currently detained at Kwale Divisional Police Headquarters (Delta State),” he said.

He urged authorities to facilitate the transfer of the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Asaba, the state capital.

The incident has sparked outrage among online users, with many expressing their shock and disgust.

One user, Benkingsley Nwashara, wrote, “I’m speechless. Devils really exist physically.”

Chee wrote, “I can never give my child out to anyone, why are women so cruel.”

IT King said, “Genetic bitterness and wickedness are perilous pandemic.”

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JUST IN: Renowned Journalist, Ray Ekpu Loses Wife

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2 hours ago

April 24, 2024

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Renowned journalist and columnist, Ray Ekpu, has announced the news of the death of his wife, Uyai Ekpu.

The announcement was contained in a statement personally signed by Ekpu and made available to The PUNCH on Wednesday.

Mrs. Ekpu, aged 73, died on April 21, following a brief illness.

The statement read, “Uyai was a distinguished staff member of the Centre for Management Development (CMD), where she served until her retirement in 2011 as an Acting Director in the Management Education and Training Department.

“Uyai was a scholar of remarkable achievements, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, a Master’s degree in Library Science from the University of Ibadan, Oyo State, and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Enugu State University of Technology, Enugu State.

“Additionally, she earned diplomas from the Maastricht School of Management and the Ghana Institute of Management and Personnel Administration, Ghana.

“Uyai epitomised the virtues of family, community service, and inclusivity. Her life was characterised by a deep-rooted compassion and devotion to God.”

“Uyai is survived by her husband, Ray Ekpu, and three children: Elu Ray Mbakwe, Mfoniso Ray Ekpu, and Edikan Ray Osho.

“She leaves behind six grandchildren, as well as her elder sister, Eneanwan Inyang, a retired educator, and a multitude of other relatives.”

Ekpu, who previously served as Editor-in-chief and Chief Executive Officer of Newswatch Magazine, said details regarding the funeral arrangements for his wife would be communicated in due course.

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Drama! Supporters Of Yahaya Bello Perform Rituals to Prevent His Arrest By EFCC [Video]

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3 hours ago

April 24, 2024

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Supporters of embattled former governor Yahaya Bello have performed rituals to stop his arrest by EFCC operatives.

A video of the incident was shared by an X user, Imran Muhammad.

‘’ Supporters of Yahaya Bello are performing rituals to prevent him from being arrested by the EFCC”

In the video, the supporters could be heard making chants in Igbira language.

Bello who left office as governor on 27 January, is facing 19 counts of money laundering at the Federal High Court in Abuja. In the charges, EFCC accused Bello, his nephew, Ali Bello; Dauda Suleiman and Abdulsalam Hudu (said to still be at large) of conspiring to misappropriate N80 billion (N80, 246,470, 088.88).

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