My Wife Slaps Me At Will – Man Tells Court
Olawale Idowu, a vehicle spare-parts dealer, sought to end his 13-year marriage due to his wife Yemisi's violent behavior. Yemisi admitted to a midnight altercation but accused Idowu of abandoning her for another woman. The court found no valid customary marriage existed and awarded custody of their three children to Yemisi, directing both parties to be responsible for their welfare.
Wike Visits Saraki Over Mother’s Death
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, visited former Senate President Bukola Saraki to offer condolences for the death of Saraki's mother, Mrs. Florence Morenike Saraki. Wike expressed his prayers for strength and courage for Saraki and his family. Accompanying Wike were former Deputy Speaker Prince Chibudum Nwuche and Senator Philip Aduda.
Govs back Ohanaeze on S’East industrialisation plans
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, Chairman of the South-East Governors Forum, announced plans to partner with Ohanaeze Ndigbo for the industrialization of the South-East region. During a meeting in Owerri, Uzodinma expressed readiness to support young Igbo entrepreneurs and attract investors, especially in technology and gas exploration. The council, led by Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa, aims to enhance economic development and regional integration. The collaboration seeks to create a unified voice for Igbo businesses and foster investment in the region.
FG flags off construction of 250 Renewed Hope housing units in Benue
The Federal Government launched the construction of 250 affordable housing units in Benue State under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Housing Estates initiative. This is part of a larger plan to build 50,000 housing units across Nigeria. The project aims to create jobs, boost economic development, and address the country's housing deficit. Governor Hyacinth Alia praised the initiative, highlighting its potential to transform housing and urban development. The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria committed to supporting the project, providing a N100 billion guarantee for additional housing developments.