Day: March 5, 2025

NITDA, NSUK strengthen partnership on AI-Driven Research, Digital Innovation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) to promote research, digital literacy, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions aimed at addressing national challenges.   The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa CCOE, made this known during a courtesy visit by NSUK management team led by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, to NITDA’s corporate headquarters in Abuja. Inuwa highlighted the importance of forging stronger ties between academics, technology experts, and entrepreneurs to address critical issues such as…

NHRC Releases February 2025 Human Rights Situation Dashboard …Records 5% Increase in Complaints Nationwide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has unveiled its February 2025 Human Rights Situation Dashboard, documenting human rights violations across Nigeria. The report was presented by Mr. Hillary Ogbona, Special Advisor on Human Rights to the NHRC Executive Secretary, during a media briefing at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.   The event had in attendance representatives from the US Embassy Delegation and the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), underscoring the importance of collaboration between the Commission and international partners.   Earlier, the NHRC Executive Secretary welcomed guests, including the…

Court halts Senate disciplinary action against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an interim injunction restraining the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions from proceeding with disciplinary actions against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District.   The ruling, delivered by Justice Obiora Egwuatu on Tuesday, followed an ex parte application filed by Akpoti-Uduaghan’s legal team. The court directed the committee to suspend its investigation into the senator’s alleged misconduct pending the determination of the interlocutory injunction.   The disciplinary probe stemmed from a heated altercation between Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate…

Delta Women demand apology from Akpabio over alleged disrespect to Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Virtuous Women of Delta (VWD) have called on the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, to tender an unreserved apology to Mrs. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over alleged derogatory remarks and disrespectful treatment.   In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Deaconess Eguolo Oghenekevwe, the group condemned Akpabio’s alleged utterances, described them as sacrilegious and a violation of cultural values.   “We have patiently observed how the Senate President has been dragging our wife through the mud. In our tradition, such an act is sacrilegious and attracts heavy sanctions. Walking…

Ohaneze Group dismisses harassment allegation against Senate President, accuses Senator Natasha of blackmail

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By Our Reporter   The Ohaneze Stakeholders Forum (OSF) has commended the Nigerian Senate for standing in solidarity with the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, following the refusal to probe the sexual harassment allegation leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District. In a statement issued on Wednesday by its President, Ikechukwu Nwolisa, and Secretary, Okonkwo Chimdi, the group described the allegation as a worn-out strategy aimed at tarnishing the Senate President’s reputation. The forum accused Senator Natasha of fabricating falsehoods to discredit prominent male figures…

Ramadan Series, Day 5: Fatimah (May Allah Be Pleased With Her), The Beloved Daughter Of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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Wednesday, Ramadan 05, 1446 AH (05/03/2025)   In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation. May Allah extol the Messenger in the highest company of Angels and grant him peace; and likewise, his family, his Companions and all those who truly and sincerely follow him until the Day of Resurrection.   Respected brothers and sisters! In the humble surroundings of Madinah, lived Fatimah, the beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) and his…