Proxy marriages are recognized under Ghanaian law and registration was not a legal requirement. A Ghanaian woman has been granted the right to remain in the UK after an immigration tribunal ruled in favor of her proxy marriage, which took place 12 days before the Brexit deadline, despite her and her husband’s absence from the ceremony. The tribunal was told that Elizabeth Owusu claimed to have married Tamba Dumbar Matrui,…

Christians in Nigeria and around the world have started Lent, one of the most significant periods in the Christian liturgical calendar, today, March 5, 2025, with the observance of Ash Wednesday. This 40-day season, excluding Sundays, is dedicated to penance, fasting, prayer, and almsgiving, leading up to the celebration of Easter on April 20. The duration of Lent reflects the 40 days Jesus Christ spent fasting in the desert, a…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has vehemently denied allegations of sexual harassment made against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central. Akpabio addressed the Senate on Wednesday, March 5, following the formal submission of Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment petition during plenary. The former governor of Akwa Ibom state dismissed the allegations as false, asserting that he had never engaged in any inappropriate behaviour towards Akpoti-Uduaghan or any other woman. “At no…

The Rivers State Police Command has announced the arrest of a suspect involved in the shooting attack that occurred in the early hours of Wednesday at Elele Roundabout, located in Ikwerre Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. This development follows a widely circulated video on Facebook showing about five persons attend to at Madonna Hospital, which sparked widespread reactions from netizens. Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson for the command, stated…

Governor Siminalaye Fubara of Rivers State has said his government will not comply with the ultimatum issued by the State House of Assembly to re-present the 2025 Appropriation Bill. Rivers State House of Assembly led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule had on Monday issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the government to re-present the bill. The ultimatum followed a ruling of the Supreme Court that reinstated the lawmakers. However, in a statement…

Global security concerns escalated today as Beijing declared that it is “ready for war” with the United States, responding to heightened trade tensions and economic sanctions imposed by the Trump administration. The world’s two largest economies—the United States (GDP: $27.4 trillion in 2024) and China (GDP: $17.8 trillion)—are now locked in a fierce economic and military standoff, with Washington’s dominance in technology and finance clashing against Beijing’s industrial and export-driven…

Lauds First Bank’s new headquarters in Eko Atlantic President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating a sustainable and globally competitive economic system, positioning Nigerian financial institutions for growth and expansion beyond the country’s borders. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for First Bank of Nigeria’s new headquarters at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos, President Tinubu—represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima—stressed that banking institutions thrive when the economy flourishes. He…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Nigerian Police to serve an amended charge on former Senator Andy Uba and other defendants in a case involving an alleged N400 million fraud. Presiding over the matter, Justice Inyang Ekwo adjourned proceedings until March 17 to allow time for service of the fresh charge, which was filed by the police on March 4 but had yet to be delivered to…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has refuted claims that retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Parradang, was kidnapped and murdered. Authorities have clarified that investigations are ongoing to determine the actual cause of his death. According to Josephine Adeh, FCT Police spokesperson on Tuesday, Mr. Parradang checked into Joy House Hotel at Area 3 Junction on March 3, 2025, at around 12:00 PM. Adeh noted…

The political situation in Rivers State has intensified, with major ethnic groups like the Ijaw National Congress (INC) and the Ijaw Youths Council (IYC) voicing strong opposition against any move to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Their concerns are rooted in the broader political dynamics of the Niger Delta, particularly the role of the Ijaw people in the region’s governance and the implications for the oil-rich state. The dispute centers around…

Tensions escalated outside the National Assembly in Abuja on Wednesday as supporters of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan clashed with rival groups backing Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The confrontation followed serious allegations from Akpoti-Uduaghan, who accused the Senate President of sexual harassment. The protests began earlier in the day when Akpoti-Uduaghan’s supporters gathered at the entrance to the National Assembly, demanding Akpabio’s resignation and a full investigation into the claims. …

The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has called on Nigerians to embrace the spirit of reflection, sacrifice, and unity as the country grapples with economic and security challenges. In a statement released on Wednesday, Archbishop Okoh extended his prayers and goodwill to Nigerians of all faiths, noting that the Lenten season offers an opportunity for national renewal and collective healing. READ ALSO: Sexual harassment…