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The suit filed by the Ondo State Government and Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu regarding the compilation of the record of appeal has been dismissed by the High Court in Akure, Ondo State. The suit was filed against four registrars of the High Court, the Deputy Governor, the House of Assembly, the Speaker of the House, and the Chief Judge of Ondo State. It claimed that the procedure for settling and compiling the record of appeal for the Deputy Governor's appeal would infringe on their rights. The matter was heard on Monday, 6th November 2023, before Justice D. I. Kolawole. During the hearing, the claimants' counsel orally applied to withdraw the suit, stating that it had become irrelevant due to subsequent events. In his response, counsel for the Deputy Governor opposed the oral application to withdraw the suit, contending that that parties had joined issues by filing a defence and a counterclaim to the suit. click on this app to get easy data - app....

join our Whatsapp Link find other interesting articles via this click. In a recent development, the Court of Appeal in Lagos has affirmed the victory of Senator Tony Nwoye of the Labour Party in the Anambra North Senatorial District election held on February 25, 2023. The appeal filed by Stella Oduah, a former aviation minister and member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), challenging Nwoye's win, was dismissed by the court. Background: The National Assembly Election Petition Tribunal in Awka, Anambra State, had previously dismissed Oduah and the PDP's petitions, citing a lack of merit. Not satisfied with the tribunal's ruling, Oduah and the PDP filed appeals with the Court of Appeal, marked CA/AW/EP/SEN/AN/03/2023 and CA/AW/EP/SEN/AN/04/2023. Court's Ruling: The Court of Appeal, in its judgment, resolved the issue of nomination against Oduah. It emphasized that the nomination of candidates is a domestic affair of a political party and not justiciable. T...

President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria is set to enhance economic and political relations between Nigeria and the Arab world during the upcoming Saudi-Africa and Arab-Africa summits in Saudi Arabia. The Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, announced this during a press briefing at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Sunday. Tinubu's participation in the Saudi-Africa summit and Arab-African Summit, scheduled for November 10 and 11, 2023, in Riyadh, aims to attract increased foreign direct investment (FDI) and foster business partnerships between Arab nations, Nigeria, and Africa as a whole. During the summits, Tinubu will engage in discussions with Saudi and other Arab leaders, focusing on mutual interests in trade, counterterrorism, agriculture, infrastructure, and environmental issues. The aim is to explore opportunities for collaboration and cooperation in these areas. One of the key areas of discussion will be the acceleration of trade and investment between the Kingdom o...

In a recent statement issued by Rt. Hon. Barr Sunday Cyriacus Umeha, the Member representing Ezeagu/Udi Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, he expressed his joy and gratitude following a resounding victory at the Court of Appeal. This victory comes after a challenging legal battle that threatened to nullify the mandate given to him by the people during the February 2023 elections. In his statement, Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha extends his appreciation to his constituents, legal team, and party members while emphasizing his commitment to improving the socioeconomic circumstances of the people he represents. The Court of Appeal, sitting in Lagos, upheld Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha's appeal against the decision of the National and State House of Assembly Tribunal. The unanimous judgment of the three-man panel led by Hon. Mr. Justice S.T. Hussein JCA not only resolved all the issues in favor of Hon. Umeha but also dismissed the Cross Appeal filed by his opponents. T...

The National Association of Anti Corruption Crusaders (NAACC) has recently lodged a petition with the National Judicial Council (NJC), urging an investigation into the actions of the Anambra State Chief Judge, Justice Onochie Anyachebelu. The NAACC alleges that the Chief Judge entertained court cases regarding a land dispute that had already been conclusively settled by the Supreme Court. In their petition, the NAACC asserts that the Chief Judge's actions indirectly support the abuse of the judicial process, and they demand his suspension pending the investigation. Background: The dispute in question revolves around a land dispute among the Ukpo, Abba, and Abagana communities in Anambra State. The Supreme Court had previously ruled in favor of the Ukpo community in Dunukofia Local Government Area, decisively resolving the matter over four and a half years ago. However, the NAACC claims that certain litigants from Abagana and Abba communities have continued to bring up t...

Jealousy can be described as a complex emotion that arises from feelings of insecurity, fear, or anxiety about losing someone or something to a perceived rival. It often occurs in relationships or marriages when there is a perceived threat to the bond or connection between partners. Examples of jealousy in a relationship or marriage may include: 1.  Possessiveness Feeling threatened or insecure when your partner interacts with others, such as being jealous of their friendships or feeling uneasy when they spend time with someone of the opposite sex. 2. Suspicion, Constantly doubting your partner's actions or intentions, assuming they are being unfaithful or hiding something without any evidence. 3. Monitoring: Engaging in excessive checking or monitoring of your partner's activities, such as constantly checking their phone, social media accounts, or tracking their whereabouts. 4. Accusations : Making unfounded accusations of infidelity or betrayal without any solid e...

find other interesting articles via this click. The Nigerian Federal Government has recently unveiled plans to tap into the potential of water transportation as a means to contribute to the nation's GDP and alleviate the burden on its congested roads. With 28 out of 36 states in Nigeria boasting navigable waterways, the country's authorities are keen on maximizing this untapped resource. This move comes at a crucial time when Nigerians are grappling with high transportation costs. Bola Oyebamiji, the Managing Director/CEO of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), emphasized the importance of efficiently managing and adding value to Nigerian waterways to achieve these goals. Harnessing the Potential of Water Transportation: Water transportation has long been recognized as a cost-effective and efficient mode of transport, offering numerous advantages over road transport. By utilizing Nigeria's extensive network of navigable waterwa...