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Supreme Court’s decision on Rivers’ emergency rule plus for nation’s democracy– Fagbemi

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The Nigerian Supreme Court has decisively affirmed the President’s constitutional authority to declare a state of emergency, dismissing a legal challenge from opposition states. This landmark ruling strengthens executive power and central governance, reinforcing the legal framework for federal intervention in state affairs. Crucially, the court’s decision hinged on procedural grounds, finding the states lacked standing, thereby setting a significant jurisdictional precedent. The government hails this as a vital consolidation of democracy and the rule of law, effectively settling a major constitutional dispute.

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Adamawa Crisis: Gov. Fintiri to set up judicial panel

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In response to a tragic shooting that killed 10 women and a girl during a protest, Adamawa State Governor Fintiri is establishing a judicial panel to ensure a transparent investigation and deliver justice. The government’s strategy combines this legal accountability with immediate humanitarian aid and sustained peacebuilding efforts through community engagement. A critical insight is that the crisis is rooted in a deep-seated inter-communal conflict, requiring reconciliation beyond just a security response. The ultimate goal is to rebuild trust through a blend of judicial

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Wike hails Tinubu for appointing Prof. Orluwene UPTH Chief Medical Director

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Minister Nyesom Wike praised President Tinubu’s appointment of Prof. Chituru Orluwene as CMD of UPTH, framing it as both a strategic fit for the role and a political gesture affirming support for the Rivers State community. The endorsement underscores the administration’s intent to leverage experienced local professionals to advance national healthcare objectives under the “Renewed Hope Agenda.” Wike explicitly linked continued political backing to such recognitions, highlighting the interplay between federal appointments and regional allegiance. The

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Anambra stakeholders unite against domestic servitude, child marriage

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A coalition of stakeholders in Anambra State is urgently mobilizing to eradicate the twin scourges of domestic child servitude and forced early marriage, which trap children in cycles of exploitation, poverty, and severe psychological harm. The initiative, led by faith-based and justice organizations, emphasizes that combating these entrenched practices requires a unified front: challenging harmful cultural norms, enforcing existing laws, and fostering community-wide accountability beyond just police action. The core conclusion is that societal silence is the greatest enabler, and protecting

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Sule launches new public service rule, announce bonus for workers 

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Nasarawa State is strategically modernizing its civil service through a new digital governance framework aimed at creating a paperless, data-driven administration. While announcing an end-of-year bonus, Governor Sule highlighted fiscal prudence by linking a potential 13th-month salary to the financial capacity of local governments, ensuring sustainability. The initiative underscores a commitment to transforming the workforce into a future-ready institution, rewarding exemplary staff to incentivize integrity and productivity. This holistic approach balances immediate worker incentives with long-term structural reforms

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Nasarawa health insurance agency enrols 308,000 residents

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Nasarawa State’s health insurance scheme has achieved rapid scale, enrolling over 308,000 residents from zero in 2019, demonstrating a viable model for sub-national universal health coverage in Nigeria. Its success hinges on a multi-package strategy covering formal, informal, and vulnerable groups, supported by full digitalization and a network of 260 facilities. Critical to its sustainability is the ongoing feedback loop with providers and communities, which addresses service delivery challenges directly. This proactive, government-backed approach builds public

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Sokoto Assembly summons Commissioner, orders formal apology, issues warning 

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The Sokoto State Assembly has demonstrated robust legislative oversight by formally censuring the State Commissioner for Energy for disregarding committee invitations, mandating a written apology and warning to enforce accountability. Concurrently, it approved a significant upward revision of the state’s Medium-Term Expenditure Framework, increasing projected revenue by over N62 billion due to new fiscal inflows, reflecting adaptive fiscal management. The assembly also prioritized education infrastructure, unanimously directing the renovation of Gomara Primary School to address critical learning environment deficiencies. These actions collectively

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Court remands man over alleged threat to life, phone damage

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A 26-year-old man has been remanded in custody on charges of threatening a woman’s life with a knife and maliciously destroying her high-value iPhone. While granted bail set at N500,000, he remains detained pending the fulfillment of strict surety conditions, with the case adjourned for a hearing in February 2026. This incident underscores the serious legal consequences for violent threats and property damage, with the court treating the destruction of an asset valued at N2.3 million as a

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Taraba Judiciary to adopt non- custodial conviction of some offenders

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The Taraba State Judiciary is implementing non-custodial sentences, such as community service, to directly address prison overcrowding and align with existing legal provisions. This reform highlights systemic inefficiencies, including prolonged pre-trial detentions and bureaucratic delays between police investigations and prosecutions. The initiative underscores a strategic shift toward rehabilitation and societal reintegration, positioning the correctional service as a key partner in justice administration. Ultimately, this represents a critical step in modernizing criminal justice by prioritizing decong

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