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PDP Expels Abia Lawmaker Rowland Dennis Over Anti-Party Activities, He Joins Labour Party

Posted February 25, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expelled Honourable Rowland Chinwendu Dennis, the representative of Isialangwa South State Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly, over allegations of engaging in anti-party activities. Dennis confirmed his expulsion in a letter dated February 25, 2025, addressed to the Speaker of the Abia…

Senator Orji Kalu Urges President Tinubu to Posthumously Recognize MKO Abiola as Nigeria’s President

Posted February 25, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (APC-Abia) has urged President Bola Tinubu to officially recognize the late Chief MKO Abiola as one of Nigeria’s former presidents posthumously. Kalu, who chairs the Senate Committee on Privatisation, advocated for Abiola’s portrait to be displayed alongside those of other Nigerian presidents. He made this call…

Yahaya Bello Faces Multiple Fraud Charges as Court Resumes Trial Over Alleged ₦80.2 Billion Misappropriation

Posted February 24, 2025 by Freedom Square Tv

.....Bello is facing 19 counts of fraud in the Federal High Court in Maitama, before Justice Emeka Nwite. He was granted bail of N500 million, with two sureties each providing the same amount. Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, appeared in court on Monday for the hearing of…

APC and Governor Makinde Clash Over Legitimacy of Osun Local Government Elections

Posted February 24, 2025 by FreedomsquareTv

The All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State have exchanged sharp words over the recent local government elections in Osun State. The APC has criticized the polls, accusing Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State of unlawfully constituting council heads and conducting an illegal election. In a…

Ondo Governor Aiyedatiwa Pardons 43 Prisoners Ahead of Inauguration, Reflecting Commitment to Justice and Rehabilitation

Posted February 24, 2025 by FreedomsquareTv

Ahead of his inauguration today, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has granted a pardon to 43 prisoners, following recommendations from the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, which is led by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, SAN. A statement issued by…

Sadiq Abacha Defends Father’s Legacy Amid Renewed Criticism Over June 12 Annulment

Posted February 22, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

Sadiq Abacha, the son of Nigeria’s former military ruler, General Sani Abacha, has come forward to defend his father’s legacy, insisting that his leadership remains relevant despite continued criticism. In a Facebook post on Saturday, Sadiq suggested that his father was unfairly targeted due to envy and silent betrayal. However,…

National Crisis and Leadership Failures Have Disorganized Labour Party – Ibeneme

Posted February 22, 2025 by Steven

The Former spokesperson for the Labour Party during 2023 general elections in Enugu State, Dr Mc Ginger Ibeneme says the state chapter of the party mismanaged its electoral successes, leading to its failure as the opposition. Dr. Ibeneme made this known on Saturday during the Freedom Square radio programme…

Akpabio Asks Colleague to Forgive Senator Natasha Over Conduct

Posted February 21, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has pleaded with the Chairman of Senate Services, Sen. Steve Karimi, to forgive his colleague from Kogi State, Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, for her conduct on the floor of the Red Chamber. A heated argument broke out in the Senate on Thursday after Senator Natasha protested…

Kogi State constituency calls for fair and just treatment of Senator Natasha in the Senate

Posted February 21, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

The treatment of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by Senate President Godswill Akpabio has become a matter of serious concern, raising questions about fairness, respect, and adherence to parliamentary procedures in Nigeria’s Senate. As the duly elected representative of Kogi Central, Senator Natasha deserves to be treated with the same dignity and…

Babangida Confirms MKO Abiola Won June 12, 1993 Presidential Election

Posted February 20, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

Nigeria’s former Military President, retired General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has acknowledged that the late Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola was the rightful winner of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. Babangida made this revelation in his autobiography, *A Journey in Service*, which was officially launched in Abuja on Thursday.…