Robert Imoh, Author at Freedom Online

Peter Obi Commends Security Personnel Over Safe Rescue of Oyo Schoolchildren

Robert Imoh — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:43:30 +0000

The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has praised security personnel and other individuals involved in the safe rescue of abducted schoolchildren in Oyo State. Obi made the commendation in a statement issued on Saturday in Enugu. He said he was deeply relieved by the safe return of the children and thanked […]

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Ondo Police Arrest Man Accused of Staging Own Kidnap for Ransom

Robert Imoh — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:38:59 +0000

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 33-year-old man, Olawale Sikiru, for allegedly staging his own kidnapping in Akure. Police also arrested a suspected accomplice, Agbelusi Ayomide, 23, who was accused of helping him carry out the fake abduction plot. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed the arrests in a statement issued on […]

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DSS Director Urges Inter-Agency Collaboration to Fight Drug Abuse, Security Threats

Robert Imoh — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:35:25 +0000

The Director of the Department of State Services in Ondo State, Samaila Sagir, has called for stronger collaboration among security agencies and stakeholders to tackle drug abuse, trafficking and emerging security threats in Nigeria. Sagir made the call on Saturday in Akure while delivering a lecture at an event organised by the Ondo State Command […]

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2027 Election: Labour Party Unveils Health Expert Hajja Konto as Running Mate

Robert Imoh — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:31:42 +0000

The Labour Party has announced Hajja Konto as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election. Konto will run alongside the party’s presidential candidate, Dr Chibuzo Okereke. The party disclosed the nomination in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja by its National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa. Asogwa said the choice of Konto followed wide […]

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Shettima’s Re-Nomination a Roadmap to APC Victory in 2027, Says Jaji

Robert Imoh — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:26:13 +0000

Rep. Aminu Jaji of the All Progressives Congress in Zamfara State has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima on his re-nomination as running mate to President Bola Tinubu. Jaji, who represents Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency, described the decision as a strategic move that could strengthen the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections. The lawmaker […]

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Student Loan Scheme: NELFUND Denies Suspending Upkeep Allowances

Robert Imoh — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:20:43 +0000

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has dismissed a viral document claiming that upkeep allowance payments under the Federal Government’s Student Loan Scheme have been suspended. NELFUND said the document, which circulated on social media and related to the 2025/2026 academic session, was fake and did not come from the Fund. The clarification was issued by […]

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Badagry Council Bans Indiscriminate Placement of Posters, Flex Banners

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:09:11 +0000

The Badagry Local Government in Lagos State has announced a restriction on the indiscriminate placement of flex banners, posters and other advertising materials around the Badagry International Roundabout. Chairman of the council, Babatunde Hunpe, said the directive was introduced as part of efforts to reorganise and decongest the busy roundabout. Hunpe said the measure would […]

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Lagos Flooding: Residents Count Losses After Torrential Rain Hits Communities

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:04:52 +0000

Several residents of Lagos State are counting their losses after heavy rainfall caused flooding in homes, markets and streets across different communities. The downpour disrupted movement, damaged properties, destroyed businesses and forced some families to leave their homes in search of safety. Residents who spoke on Friday said the flooding affected areas including Lekki Scheme […]

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Lagos Queries Sanitation Officer Over Alleged Bribery in Viral Video

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:58:55 +0000

The Lagos State Government has issued a query to an officer of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps over an alleged bribery incident captured in a viral video. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed the development on Friday through a post on his official X handle. According to Wahab, the […]

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NBA Leadership Crisis: States’ Attorneys-General Urge Dialogue

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:54:36 +0000

The Attorneys-General and Commissioners for Justice of Nigeria’s 36 states have appealed for calm amid the leadership crisis affecting the Nigerian Bar Association. The forum urged all parties involved in the dispute to exercise restraint and avoid actions or statements that could worsen the situation. The position was contained in a statement jointly signed by […]

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SDP Leadership Crisis: Party Tells INEC to Await Appeal Court Decision

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:50:32 +0000

The Social Democratic Party has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission to maintain the existing position on its national leadership amid the ongoing dispute involving former National Chairman Shehu Gabam. The party urged INEC not to take action based on a Federal High Court judgment being relied upon by Gabam and his legal team. The […]

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Court Adjourns Arraignment of Ex-Warri Refining MD Jimoh Yisawu

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:15 +0000

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the arraignment of Jimoh Yisawu, former Managing Director of Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company Limited. The matter, which was scheduled for Friday, could not proceed because the presiding judge, Justice Inyang Ekwo, was absent. The court fixed July 20, 2026, for the arraignment. Justice Ekwo was said […]

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Malami Property Forfeiture Suit: Court Shifts Judgment to July 15

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:54:51 +0000

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned judgment in the forfeiture suit filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission against 57 properties linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami. The judgment, earlier scheduled for Friday, could not be delivered because Justice Joyce Abdulmalik did not sit. The […]

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Ryanair Flight Returns to Greece After Window Shatters Mid-Air

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:49:17 +0000

A Ryanair flight travelling from Thessaloniki in Greece to Memmingen in Germany was forced to return to its departure airport after a window reportedly shattered shortly after take-off. The incident occurred on Friday, triggering panic among passengers on board the aircraft. According to passenger accounts, a loud noise was heard before one of the window […]

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PFIPC Controversy: Oladejo Urges Nigerians to Stop Social Media Trial of Gbajabiamila

Robert Imoh — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:44:54 +0000

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Seye Oladejo, has cautioned Nigerians against passing judgment on the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, over allegations linked to the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council. Oladejo made the appeal in a statement issued in Lagos amid growing online debate over Gbajabiamila’s alleged role in […]

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