Author: Candid Reporters

The senate committee on ethics and privileges, headed by Neda Imaseun has dismissed the petition submitted by Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, lawmaker representing Kogi central, against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. On Wednesday, Akpoti-Uduaghan tendered a sexual harassment petition against Akpabio on the floor of the upper legislative chamber. The committee rejected the petition, citing breaches of due process and legal limitations. Imaseun, chairman of the committee, said Akpoti-Uduaghan personally signed the petition instead of securing another person’s endorsement, making the document legally defective and invalid. Imasuen, a Labour Party (LP) lawmaker, said the petition was “dead on arrival” because it violates “order…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has summoned the Chairman of the State Independent Electoral Commission, RSIEC, Justice Adolphus Enebeli (retd.), to appear before it within 48 hours regarding the conduct of the 2024 local government elections. During Wednesday’s plenary, presided over by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, the House warned that failure to comply with the summons would result in the issuance of an arrest warrant against the RSIEC Chairman. The Assembly also resolved to formally request Governor Siminalayi Fubara to submit the names of all commissioners who were not screened by the Amaewhule-led Assembly. RSIEC, on Wednesday, scheduled August 9,…

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly Mudashiru Obasa has expressed gratitude over his return as the State’s number three man. He made this known on Monday while speaking on the floor of the Assembly. Mudashiru Obasa, Monday, returned as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly following Mojisola Meranda’s resignation from the position. Obasa who was earlier removed made the dramatic comeback that also saw Meranda return to her former position as Deputy Speaker. Obasa commended former Osun State Governor, Bisi Akande; and former Ogun State governor Olusegun Osoba. He also praised the leaders of the Governance Advisory…

Mojisola Meranda has stepped down as the Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly Meranda resigned after a meeting with Mudashiru Obasa, the embattled former speaker, Cornelius Ojelabi, chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Lawal Pedro, the attorney-general of Lagos state. Meranda said she resigned to protect the state assembly, adding that she is not a quitter. She added that she remained committed to serving her constituency, Apapa 1, and described her brief tenure as historic, having been the first female speaker of the Lagos assembly. “I will never stray from the well-established path of honor and dignity…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Governor Siminalayi Fubara to present the 2025 budget. The lawmakers made the demand during Monday’s plenary session. Security was heightened at the Rivers House of Assembly Quarters as the House held its sitting. Speaker of the House, Martin Amaewhule announced the notice for the session earlier on Monday morning. Meanwhile, Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dismissed concerns over a potential impeachment following Friday’s Supreme Court ruling, which recognized the 27 lawmakers loyal to former Governor Nyesom Wike. CANDID REPORTERS recalls that the apex court’s verdict significantly altered the political…

Chief Taiwo Ugboaja Esq, the Akajiugo 1 of Etiti Nkpa has commended Governor Alex Otti of Abia State for prioritizing the purchase of made in Nigeria vehicles for government officials in the state. Governor Otti had recently purchased and handed over 24 brand new Roxettes Utility Pick-Up Vans to the 24-House of Assembly Members to aide their oversight functions. The governor had during the inception of his administration purchased locally made Innoson Vehicles for other government officials to aide their movement in running their various ministries. Governor Otti had presented the keys of the vans to the Speaker of the…

The Abia State Liaison Officer to the National Assembly, Hon. Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe on the occasion of his 70th birthday. Speaking after the Birthday banquet organised for the Senator, Hon. Chinasa described Senator Abaribe as a steadfast and dedicated representative of Abia State and the Igbo people. He commended the senator for his exemplary leadership in legislation and his continued contributions to state and national affairs. Recognizing his unwavering commitment to governance and advocacy, Hon. Chinasa celebrated Senator Abaribe’s impact on the political landscape and wished him many more years of success…

The National Union of Electricity Employees, NUEE, have faulted and expressed mixed feelings over the planned hike in electricity tariffs as made public by the Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu. CANDID REPORTERS recalls that the honourable Minister of Power in recent statement on the electricity tariff review has made NUEE raised eyebrows with many questioning if the Minister is taking over the work of National Electricity Regulatory Commission(NERC) which is statutorily saddled with the responsibility of Regulation. The acting General Secretary of the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE), Comrade Dominic Igwebike in a statement made public to newsmen expressed…

Barr. Taiwo Ugboaja, Akajiugo 1 of Etiti Nkpa has joined other well meaning Abians and Nigerians to celebrate Senator Enyinnaya Harcourt Abaribe on his 70th birthday celebration. In a press statement made available to newsmen on Saturday, Barr. Taiwo applauded the conscious leadership style of Senator Abaribe. The statement reads; “I heartily join other Abians and Nigerians to celebrate this exemplary leader. “I really appreciate Senator Abaribe for his good representation at the National Assembly. “Senator Abaribe is a man of truth, he steadily speaks truth to power. At times when I remember his prowess, tenacity, courage and fearlessness, it…

The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, wishes to felicitate with the Senator Representing Abia South Senatorial District in the Senate, His Excellency, Senator Enyi Harcourt Abaribe on the occasion of his 70th birthday. Governor Otti is highly elated that Senator Abaribe is alive, strong and in good health to attain this milestone which is only possible through the Grace of God. According to the Governor “You have been a strong voice, doing it with courage and fearlessness; with unwavering commitment and candour, and above all, with conviction and consistency. I’m elated and convinced that this…