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Forgery: Kwara Gov Commends FG for Withdrawing Charges Against Saraki

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Kwara State Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed has commended the Federal Government for withdrawing the forgery charges against the Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki and the Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweramadu.

Governor Ahmed in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Alhaji Abdulwahab Oba, says the withdrawal of the charges was proper, necessary and timely.

According to him, “the withdrawal provides a vista of opportunity for national cohesion and a platform for synergy between the executive and the legislative arms of government”.

Gov Ahmed expressed the hope that the federal government will take other appropriate similar actions so that all hands will be on deck in the task of moving Nigeria forward.

The Governor emphasised effective legislative and executive arms cordial relationship as a precursor to the delivery of good governance to the citizenry.

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Davido, Wizkid’s Songs Aren’t Selling Again, They Are Using Controversy To Stay Relevant’ – Portable

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Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has reacted to the ongoing feud between his colleagues Davido and Wizkid.

We reported that Wizkid reignited the long-standing beef with Davido on his X page, marking their second major online spat in 2024.

Wizkid, who labelled Davido ‘wack with no talent,’ also threw tantrums at the singer’s family, including his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke.

In a series of Instagram posts on Wednesday evening, Portable criticized both artistes, claiming their songs no longer sell and are using controversy for music promotion.

The ‘Zazzu Zeh’ hitmaker also said he is now more relevant and celebrated than Davido and Wizkid. However, the claims starkly contrast with the current happenings in the music scene.

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Breaking: CJN Kekere-Ekun Issues First Warning after Swearing-in

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The newly-inaugurated Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Motomori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun, vowed on Monday in Abuja that obedience to court orders will not be negotiable under her watch.

She said that no individual or institution, irrespective of their standing, would be permitted to treat judgments of the court with levity or disregard.

The CJN spoke on the occasion of the commencement of the 2024/2025 legal year and the inauguration of the 87 new Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) held at the Supreme Court.

Justice Kekere-Ekun stated that the judiciary stands resolute in ensuring that the sanctity of legal decisions is upheld in line with the rule of law.

To achieve this new narrative, the CJN canvassed that all hands must be on deck in fostering an unwavering commitment to the full enthronement of the rule of law.

“Disobedience to court orders or non-compliance with judicial directives is a direct affront to democracy and an invitation to anarchy.

“As such, it is critical that we respect and observe all the features of an enduring democracy, for in doing so, we maintain the delicate balance that sustains our society.”

“Let us, therefore, work together collectively and tirelessly to ensure that Nigeria continues to abide by the rule of law, upholds the best democratic practices, and remains vigilant in the protection of citizens’ rights.

“The rights of every Nigerian must be valiantly safeguarded against oppression and impunity, utilizing the full array of legal instruments at our disposal.”

Maintaining that a new dawn and a new era in the Nigerian judiciary has come with her appointment, Justice Kekere-Ekun assured Nigerians of her commitment to work diligently to improve public perception of the judiciary.

According to her, “Over the years, various factors have contributed to the negative image of the judiciary. However, we are determined to change the narrative and make the judiciary a source of pride for all Nigerians.”

“When the legal compass of a nation falters, everything suffers, including public and international perception.”

“The attitude of some of us in the justice sector is sometimes less than salutary, and that has contributed to the current image deficit of the country’s legal system.”

The CJN condemned the forum shopping by some lawyers, which she claimed has led to the emergence of conflicting orders by courts of coordinated jurisdiction.

To address this ugly trend, the CJN vowed that there will be consequences for any act of indiscretion that could bring the judiciary to disrepute

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I Won’t Tolerate Bribery, Corruption — New CJN Kekere-Ekun

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The newly appointed Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has declared a zero-tolerance policy for corruption during her tenure.

“All pre-election matters will terminate at the Court of Appeal. I have zero tolerance for corruption,” she said.

She also assured that the judiciary would maintain its independence from external influences.

Justice Kekere-Ekun is now Nigeria’s 23rd substantive Chief Justice and the second woman to hold this position in the nation’s history.

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