NEWS
National Assembly Blocks Senator Natasha’s Resumption
The National Assembly says Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan cannot resume office, despite completing her 6-months suspension
The Kogi Central senator had written to the National Assembly notifying that her suspension had expired and indicating her desire to return to the senate.
Although the National Assembly is still on recess, the Clerk to the National Assembly, in response to her letter, communicated that her suspension which took effect on March 6, 2025 is still a pending issue in court
According to the letter seen by AIT News, until the judicial process is completed and the senate reviews the court’s pronouncement, no decision can be taken
Part of the letter signed by the acting clerk to the National Assembly Yahaya Danzaria reads, “The subject matter of your suspension is presently before the Court of Appeal.
“The matter therefore remains subjudice and until the judicial process is completed, and the senate formally reviews the suspension in the light of the court’s pronouncement, no administrative action can be taken by this office to facilitate your resumption
“You will be duly notified of the senates’s decision on the matter as soon as it is resolved”
Senator Natasha had earlier attempted to resume on July 12, following the Federal High Court’s judgment asking the senate to review her suspension. But she was denied access into the National Assembly
The Senator and the National Assembly had appealed portions of the judgment which is currently pending before the Court of Appeal
Editor: Utibe Umoren
The Anambra State Government has arrested a 47-year-old Abia State indigene, Mrs. Onyinyechi Esther Charles, for allegedly operating an illegal maternity home and performing surgical procedures without any medical or surgical qualifications.
Mrs. Charles, who is married to a man from Nteje in Oyi Local Government Area, reportedly ran a traditional birth attendant (TBA) facility in Umueri, Anambra East Local Government Area. She is accused of carrying out caesarean sections, normal vaginal deliveries, and other surgical procedures despite lacking the necessary professional certification and authorisation.
During interrogation, the suspect allegedly confessed to performing the unauthorised medical procedures. She reportedly disclosed that she was previously known as Eze Nwanyi before becoming a church minister and later positioning herself as a surgeon.
Confirming the arrest, Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike, said surgical instruments and other medical equipment suspected to have been used in the illegal operations were recovered during a search of the facility. Hospital beds where patients were reportedly treated were also discovered on the premises.
Officials further found what appeared to be a shrine and an altar inside the facility.
The illegal maternity home has been confiscated pending the outcome of legal proceedings, while Mrs. Charles is expected to be arraigned in a competent court.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally received the presidential nomination forms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for the 2027 general elections, confirming Shettima’s retention as the party’s vice presidential candidate.
The National Chairman of the APC, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, received the nomination forms on Friday during a formal ceremony held at the Continental Hotel in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
The forms were presented on behalf of President Tinubu by his Special Adviser on Political and Other Matters, Hon. Ibrahim Masari.
The high-profile event was attended by several key party figures and state governors, including:
Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum and Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma
Governor of Yobe State, Hon. Mai Mala Buni
Governor of Kebbi State, Dr. Nasir Idris
Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf
Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani
Governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum
Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri
Senior party leaders and stakeholders were also present at the ceremony.
-
OPINION11 months ago10 seconds with Wike, reshaped my mindset on the difference between wants and needs – Udensi Bernard
-
NEWS12 months agoEFCC Detains Former Governor Tambuwal Over Alleged ₦189bn Fraud
-
NEWS11 months agoGov. Mbah Increases Corps Members’ Allowance to ₦20,000
-
NEWS11 months agoRep. Unyime Idem Unveils ₦1bn Family Business Grant for Constituents
-
POLITICS1 year agoDr. Okezie Ikpeazu: A Voice That Still Inspires – Enyinnaya Appolos
-
NEWS1 year agoAppeal Court Orders FRSC to Pay ₦10 Million in Landmark Human Rights Case
-
NEWS11 months agoIkonne to Otti: Fear God, Show Us 51 Schools for ₦54bn, Stop Forcing ₦36k Revenue on Aba Traders
-
NEWS12 months ago
Prince Paul Ikonne Applauds Governor Uzodinma’s Support for Aba State, Criticizes Governor Otti’s Stance