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You Have Taken Campaign against Army Too Far, CSOs Tell SaharaReporters

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The Conference of Civil Society for Peace, Security and National Development has accused online news portal Sahara Reporters of publishing tissues of imaginations against the Nigeria military in her bid to discredit efforts to end insurgency, banditry and other forms of insecurity in the country.

The group reacting to a publication by SaharaRrporters that10 soldiers attached to 25 Task Force Brigade, Damboa in Borno State were killed in an ambush by insurgents on Saturday, said the report was not only a figment of imagination a reveals the medium desperation for negativity.

A statement signed by Comr. Mike Msuaan and Mallam Adamu Kabir Matazu, conveners of the CSOs regretted that the news portal has made it a duty to report imaginary casualties on the part of the military even when there is none just to satisfy its paymasters.

“It is unfortunate that SaharaReporters has made it a point to report imaginary issues at the war theatre. We have noted that when the military suffers casualties, they are honourable to make known. However, SaharaReporters has made it a duty to not only report such incidence but celebrate it with a view to making a mockery of the military.

“Regrettably, the online news portal is gradually moving away from sensational reports against the military to blatant lies all in a bid to satisfy its pay masters. Just when the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai was reported to have visited Wounded Soldiers in Action (WIA) in Kaduna, a visit that elicited a lot of goodwill from both the military and the public, SaharaReporters choose to go to press with blatant lies to erode the good will and possibly dampened the moral of the troops.

“The COAS during the visit expressed delight to be among the WIAs, said their efforts in securing the nation will never go unrewarded, commending their true spirit of patriotism and professionalism. This is exactly what is expected of the leadership of the army”, the CSOs stated.

They further urged Nigeria not to relent in supporting the nation’s troops to enable them succeed in winning the war against insurgency, banditry and other forms insecurity in the country.

In the same vein, the CSOs urged the military not to be weary of the antics of SaharaReporters and its cohorts but remain resolute in defending the territorial integrity of the country.

The group also aligned with the view of Chief of Army Staff  that Nigeria is safer and more secured at the moment  than it was in 2014 warning that attempts at discrediting the military if allowed to prevail could plunge the nation in to more difficult times.

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N10bn Alleged Loot: EFCC Probes SGF Akume’s PA ,Torhile Uchi

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Indications emerged that the personal Assistant to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF Senator George Akume, Hon. Andrew Torhile Uchi, is currently in the facility of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC over allegations bordering on corruption, bribery and money laundering amounting to a whooping N10 billion.

A highly placed source at the Commission yesterday, confirmed to our correspondent that the embattled Uchi was invited by the operatives of the Commission on Monday, upon a petition received by the anti-graft agency over Alleged properties he acquired in Abuja, Jos, Makurdi, Gboko and Wannune in Tarka, local government Area of Benue State amounting to over N6 billion.

According to the source, further investigations so far, has revealed that between December 2023 to date the anti-graft agency has been able to trace a whooping N1.6 billion that was allegedly used in buying purch cars through four new generations banks to nine car dealers in Abuja, Kaduna, Lagos, Jos and Makurdi respectively.

The source further added that two Bureau de change operatives are currently been investigated by the Commission, over their alleged involvement in the scam, owing that most of the funds credited to embattled Torhile Andrew Uchi, emanated from their coys.

He said that the Commission is currently working towards getting a court nod to widen the scope of their investigations to the properties in Abuja, Jos and other part of the country to ascertain the source of the income and how the properties were allegedly purchased.

As of the time of filing in this report Mr. Uchi, is still in custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, telling the dreaded operatives of the Commission how he allegedly got the funds which is largely believed to be proceeds from bribes.

Efforts to reach the spokesman of the Commission, Mr Dele Oyewale, proved abortive as his phone lines was said to be switched off.

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Natasha suspended solely for unruly behaviour – Senate tells IPU

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The Nigerian Senate has formally responded to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s complaint to the United Nations Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), refuting allegations that her suspension was linked to claims of sexual harassment.

According to Vanguard, Senator Natasha had petitioned the global body, seeking intervention over what she described as an injustice against her.

However, in a letter signed by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, the Senate insisted that her six-month suspension was due to “gross misconduct and unruly behavior”, not allegations of sexual harassment or assault.

The letter, read by Hon. Kafilat Ogbara, Chairperson of the House of Representatives Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, stated:

“The authority of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria firmly refutes the deliberate misinformation and false narrative being circulated by certain media organisations regarding the six-month suspension of Senator Natasha-Akpoti-Uduaghan.”

It further emphasized that “Senator Uduaghan was suspended solely for her persistent act of misconduct and disregard for the Senate Standing Orders.”

Additionally, the Senate called for a thorough investigation into the allegations she raised against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, maintaining that all due procedures were followed before her suspension.

Senator Natasha, however, vowed to continue her fight against “injustice”. Meanwhile, Senate President Akpabio has denied the accusations, asserting that he has never assaulted any woman.

The dispute between the two lawmakers intensified on February 20, 2025, after Natasha’s seat was changed during plenary. Their tensions date back to July 2024, when Akpabio rebuked her for alleged misconduct, telling her the Senate was “not a nightclub where anybody can talk anyhow.” He later apologized for the remark.

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Gov Okpebholo recalls Edo Attorney General, Osagie, from suspension

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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reinstated the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Hon. Samson Osagie, exactly 37 days after his suspension.

A letter addressed to Osagie by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor, Esq., and marked SGA. 15/NOL.XV111/215, conveyed the governor’s directive. The letter, dated March 12, 2025, and released at 8:15 p.m., stated that an investigative panel had exonerated Osagie of alleged financial infractions.

The letter read: “Having considered the report of the Investigative Panel set up by Government to investigate allegations of financial infractions reported against you, which has exonerated you from the said allegations, I write to convey the directive of the Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, that you resume duties as the State Hon. Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice with effect from 12th March, 2025.”

Reacting to his reinstatement, Osagie expressed appreciation for the governor’s leadership, describing the decision as a testament to Okpebholo’s sincerity and vision for Edo State.

“I appreciate his sincerity of purpose and vision for the state. This is a clear indication that His Excellency, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, means well for the state. I use this medium to reiterate my commitment and loyalty to him and his administration,” Osagie said.

He further pledged to support the governor in advancing Edo State, emphasizing his dedication to ensuring progress and recovery in the state’s governance.

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