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The Catholic Diocese of Warri in Delta State has suspended Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe from priestly duties following his alleged marriage in the United States.   This was disclosed in a statement titled ‘Decree of Suspension’, dated Thursday, January 16, 2025, and jointly signed by the Bishop of Warri, Rt. Rev. Anthony Ovayero Ewherido, and the Chancellor/Notary, Very Rev. …

Stella Nwadigo, the teacher who was captured in a viral video physically assaulting a three-year-old pupil. Michael Abayomi, has been suspended by her employer, Christ Mitots School in the Ikorodu suburb of Lagos. In a statement released, the school authority while expressing its concerns over the viral footage, described the teacher’s action as “unacceptable and contrary to the values and …

Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation from office.     The 53-year-old said he will step down as leader of the country’s ruling Liberal Party, which he has led since 2013.   He also said the country’s parliament will be suspended until March 24 when a new leader is chosen.     “I intend to resign as …

The Kano State Censorship Board has announced a one-year suspension of popular Kannywood actress, Samha M. Inuwa, over allegations of indecent dressing and provocative videos.   In a statement signed by its Information Officer, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, the board said its decision to suspend the actress followed numerous complaints from the public.   According to Leadership, the actress had been …

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has taken decisive action by suspending the chairman and board members of the state’s Teachers Service Commission following the unauthorized employment of over 1,000 teachers.   The governor had previously emphasized that only teachers properly recruited through approved processes would receive their full entitlements.   This development was disclosed in a statement on Monday by …

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has temporarily suspended its Warri-Itakpe train service following a minor derailment at the Okpara station in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State. The incident, which occurred around 10 p.m. on Sunday, left passengers stranded overnight.   In a statement issued on Monday, December 23, Yakub Mahmood, the NRC’s Deputy Director of Public Relations, …

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced the suspension of the foreign component of its TETFund Scholarship for Academic Staff (TSAS) Intervention, effective January 1, 2025.   This decision, outlined in a letter dated November 25, 2024, and signed by TETFund’s Executive Secretary, Arc. Sonny Echono, cites the escalating cost of overseas training and an increasing number of scholars …

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the suspension of all recruitment into the state’s civil service until further notice. The decision, disclosed on Friday, includes a directive for a comprehensive review of all recruitment exercises conducted by the Godwin Obaseki-led administration between May and November 2024.   In a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred …

The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended the  compulsory retirement of the Chief Judge of Imo State, Justice T. E. Chukwuemeka Chikeka and the Grand Kadi of Yobe State, Kadi Babagana Mahdi for falsification of their ages.   The NJC took the decision at its at its 107th meeting of held between  November 13 and 14. According to a statement …

Newly inaugurated Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has issued an immediate and indefinite suspension on all revenue collection across the state, particularly in motor parks and similar areas. The directive, which aims to address ongoing concerns around revenue processes, will remain in place until further notice.   The announcement was made through a statement by Hon. Fred Itua, Chief Press …