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Court affirms Tinubu's election after dismissing Atiku's petition, other cases

Headlines Court affirms Tinubu's election after dismissing Atiku's petition, other cases Atiku's case was the third and last of the petitions aimed at the credibility of the 25 February presidential election to be dismissed by the court in its almost 12 hour-long judgement on Wednesday. Read More EXCLUSIVE: Untold Story of Minister Hannatu Musawa's NYSC Saga The NYSC certificate saga involving Minister Hannatu Musawa has a way more complex background than is currently known to the public, PREMIUM TIMES found. Police parade gay suspects, disclose how operatives uncovered same-sex marriage ceremony Police said a suspect, 23-year-old Abel Daniel, admitted that, under the influence of alcohol, he had sex through his anus with a male suspect who is at large. LIVE UPDATES: Court delivers high-stake judgement on Atiku's, Obi's petitions against Tinubu's victory The Presidential Election Petition Court in Abuja will give judgments on three petitions by Atiku, Peter Obi, and a political party challenging the credibility of President Tinubu's victory in the February presidential poll. Most Recent Stories Presidential Election Petition Court rejects 15 out of Atiku's 27 witnesses The court expunged the testimonies of the 15 witnesses on the grounds that the petitioner failed to file their statements on oath along with the petition. It added that the petitioner was unable to file the statements on oath before the close of the 21-day window for filing election petitions from the date the result of the election was announced. Read More Presidency directs petroleum ministry to suspend NUPRC audit The NUPRC, in its reaction, said the allegations were made to disparage the integrity of the commission. Another Nigerian sets new Guinness World Record The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, congratulated Mr Solomon for the "feat". INVESTIGATION: Nigerian lawmakers probing job racketeering are extorting money from agencies The lawmakers, pretending to be probing job racketeering, have ironically been extorting money from agencies through a Providus Bank account. Presidential Election Petition Court dismisses Peter Obi's case He ruled that the $460,000 forfeiture order of a US court issued against Mr Tinubu in relation to a drug trafficking case in 1993 did not amount to a criminal conviction that could have possibly led to his disqualification from running for the presidency. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience Videos ACS/ACW 2023: Africa can't be compelled to dramatic energy transition— Osinbajo Business Oando signs pact to buy Eni's Nigerian subsidiary Shares in Oando, which has a secondary listing in Johannesburg, jumped by 9 per cent in Lagos at 10:56 WAT, following the news. Policymakers, experts to discuss Nigeria's programmes in international trade The dialogue seeks to proffer solutions to identified challenges limiting Nigeria's performance in the international trade arena. Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Olamide, Odumodublvck, Blaqbonez most streamed Nigerian Hip hop acts- Report "Nigeria's patriotism in music is evident as most streamed hip hop artists are Nigerians, unlike regions such as Kenya and South Africa where international hit-man Drake leads." TRAVELOGUE: Discovering Victoria Island, Ikoyi, anew with Google Lens The play chronicles the last hours of Mr Fajuyi, who paid the supreme sacrifice for loyalty and country. Opinion Navigating Nigeria's challenges: The role of solution-oriented writing, By Dovish Okojie Nigerian writers have a significant role to play in shaping the nation's future and trajectory. While criticism is essential for holding those in power accountable, solution-oriented writing takes this responsibility a step further. By proffering practical solutions, writers empower readers, inspire tangible action, facilitate constructive dialogue, and enhance their own influence and credibility. Building AI-infused products and creating intelligent digital experiences, By Chidiebere Ugo-Enyinnah …developing digital goods with AI in mind is, therefore, a journey that combines technology with empathy, creativity and ethical awareness. These components working together open the way for a new wave of products that improve and enhance the lives of users. We need to keep it in mind that as we go through this exciting journey, AI's actual magic rests not in its complexity but in its capacity to make technology seamless, leaving behind experiences that seem very much human. Promoted Enroll for the BSN world-class MBA programme and shape your future today We would like to take a moment to inform you about the incredible opportunity to join our prestigious MBA programme. KWAM 1 announces 1 October land sales roll out at T Pumpy's new estate in Jibi, Abuja Jibi District, situated along the picturesque Kubwa Expressway, offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Business opportunities in the online gaming industry Services such as game development and content creation are just a few areas where entrepreneurs and investors can spread their tentacles. Sports US Open: Djokovic through to 13th semifinal at Flushing Meadows Djokovic is into the 2023 US Open semifinal for the 13th time and he seeks a fourth title at Flushing Meadows. AFCON Qualifiers: Super Eagles camp bubbles as 23 players arrive ahead of São Tomé clash The Super Eagles must earn at least a point to top the group ahead of second-placed Guinea Bissau, who are on 10 points and play at home to Sierra Leone in Bissau. Fact Checker FALSE! Former president Obasanjo not dead as claimed in viral video Claim: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo is dead. Misleading headline asserts Obi beats Tinubu, Shettima at PEPC Claim: Obi beats Tinubu, Shettima at Presidential election tribunals. Health INTERVIEW: Why men should screen for prostate cancer early – Specialist Motolani Ogunsanya, a US-based professor, shares her findings from research on "the experiences of black men who have survived prostate cancer" and recommends how to improve the management and treatment of the disease in Nigeria Nigeria to introduce HPV vaccines to protect girls against cervical cancer WHO estimates that cervical cancer could be first cancer to be eliminated if 90 per cent of girls are vaccinated against HPV. Copyright © 2023 PremiumTimes, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: newsletter@premiumtimesng.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.