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EDITORIAL: Emefiele, Bawa and urgency of the rule of law

View this email in your browser Headlines EDITORIAL: Emefiele, Bawa and urgency of the rule of law ..the country is in a democracy, whose cornerstones are constitutionalism and the rule of law. The president admitted this much during his inauguration when he said that "Nigeria will be impartially governed according to the constitution and the rule of law." However, the travails of Emefiele since 10 June when he was arrested, and Bawa's on 14 June, negate this position. Read More I was occult member – Catholic priest The cleric had alleged, among others, that some Catholic priests, believed to be acting on the instruction of the bishop, had stormed his adoration ground on 7 October and broke his gate, with the intention to dispossess him of the property. Professor caught cheating in examination fails to make SAN final list The Legal Practitioners and Privileges Committee (LPPC), last month, shortlisted Ms Daudu's name alongside 68 other lawyers for the prestigious SAN rank. ANALYSIS: Implications of CBN's revised forex policy on food security The Senate said the ambiguity evident in Section 64 of the Electoral Act should be removed to allow for the use of technology in transmitting election results. Unicaf is offering scholarships to study online for an internationally recognised British master's degree. You have the opportunity to study for a high-quality degree at your own pace and tailor your schedule while saving big on expenses. Invest in your future and apply now! Most Recent Stories Supreme Court hears appeals filed by Atiku, Obi, APM against Tinubu's victory (LIVE UPDATES Atiku, Mr Obi and the APM all filed separate appeals to challenge the decision of the court which affirmed President Tinubu's election. Read More NB: The total time allotted to attempt answering all questions correctly is 2 minutes. I don't want to be remembered for easing int'l passport issuance processes — Nigerian Minister The minister said this at the weekend in Lagos when he was hosted by his friends and old schoolmates during his stint at Obafemi Awolowo University. How I manage Obasanjo Farms, my relationship with my dad – Olu Obasanjo "When dealing with a first-generation company owner who is also a four-star-general who has ruled a country like Nigeria twice, you don't always win that battle most of the time; you lose 110% of the time...'' 'Give us back our money,' angry passengers tell Air Peace Some of the passengers were informed quietly by Air Peace officials that the flight had been further shifted to 11 a.m., PREMIUM TIMES learnt. APC chieftain asks security agencies to arrest Gumi over comments against Wike The cleric in the sermon also asserted that President Tinubu would be stopped from serving for eight years if the president failed to sack the former Rivers governor. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience Videos No crisis at Senate -Akpabio Business Petrol: NNPCL warns against panic buying The company said the sudden appearance of fuel queues in some parts of Lagos and a few other locations around the country was due to reduced depot load-outs in Apapa. NNPCL speaks on fire outbreak at Warri Refinery "This afternoon, at about 15:02 hrs, there was a minor fire incident at the cooling tower of Warri Refinery and Petrochemical Company Limited (WRPC)," the NNPCL said. Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Five ways to know you are your girlfriend's 'Maga' While it might be a harsh reality to face, it's crucial to distinguish genuine love from opportunism. This article will help you determine whether you're your girlfriend's partner or her 'Maga'. MOVIE REVIEW: In 'Raised Apart', Bovi's dual role steals show While Hollywood has its Tyler Perry and multi-role extravaganzas, 'Raised Apart' is a noteworthy contender and a testament to the evolving prowess of Nigerian cinema. Opinion The uncommon lawlessness of Godswill Obot Akpabio, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu ​Unlike many politicians in Nigeria, Akpabio went to schools that were in existence at the time he received his certificates and he has school mates who are still alive. He completed High School at the Federal Government College, Port Harcourt and received his first degree in Law from the University of Calabar, where he was also Speaker of the Students' Union Parliament. At the Law School in Lagos, he sat two rows behind former Ohanaeze Nd'Igbo President-General, Nnia Nwodo, and three in front of me. On 3 November, 1988, he was admitted to the Nigerian Bar. Article of Faith: Rejoice in the Lord always (1), By Femi Aribisala The natural man defines life by material possessions. When people are making money, they are said to be making a living. Therefore, some go so far as to commit suicide for lack of financial resources. Others define their life by their job, marital status, educational background, or social status. Promoted The BSN 2023 Graduation Ceremony was an absolute success. We now have a total of 65 new MBA graduates Our heartfelt congratulations to the 2023 Graduating Class as we welcome them to the world of opportunities BSN MBA Degree offers LA vicious attack on a corporate property in Lagos and its implications on business and community safety The incident, which occurred on 10 – 11 October, 2023, has sent shockwaves through the business community and raised serious concerns about safety and security within the bustling metropolis 18% tax-to-GDP ratio: We won't increase taxes, Adedeji assures companies A statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Communication, Dare Adekanmbi, quoted the FIRS chairman as saying that the invited companies and those willing to voluntarily carry out their tax obligations have nothing to be afraid of. Sports NPFL: Remo Stars silence 'Noisy Lagosians' in New School Derby Remo Stars Coach, Daniel Ogunmodede (Ijaball), credited his opponent's zeal and fervor for their performance on away turf. NPFL: Rangers, 3SC secure away points in Ilorin and Eket In Eket, Akwa United's disastrous start to the season continued as they were forced to a barren draw by a resolute Shooting Stars team Fact Checker Food delivery robot made in USA, not Oye-Ekiti Claim: Some Facebook users shared a video claiming that the Mechatronics Engineering department at the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, produced a robot serving food at restaurants. Misleading: Old video from South Africa used to depict mob violence in Nigeria Claim: A viral video showing a woman being beaten and stripped by angry mobs is allegedly linked to an armed robbery gang. Health Nigeria records over 9,000 diphtheria infections Out of the suspected cases, 9,478 were confirmed from 137 local government areas (LGAs) across 20 states including the Federal Capital Territory. EXCLUSIVE: UK authorities punish Nigerian doctor over sex with patient Apart from having sex with the patient in the hospital's toilet on the night of 10 June, Mr Onyekpe still went to the patient's home the following morning and had sex with her. 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.