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Barrister Prada Uzodimma, daughter of Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, has felicitated the recipients of the Prada Uzodimma Law School Scholarship Grant (PUSG), as they successfully join the ranks of Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

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1 year ago

March 17, 2024

Barrister Prada Uzodimma, daughter of Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, has felicitated the recipients of the Prada Uzodimma Law School Scholarship Grant (PUSG), as they successfully join the ranks of Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

She extended her heartfelt congratulations and goodwill to the 10 beneficiaries of the grant who made the 2023 call to Bar, acknowledging their dedication and hard work in passing their examinations.

According to her, “The PUSG is a collaborative Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative between Barrister Uzodimma and Principle Legal Consult, aimed to support deserving yet financially disadvantaged law students across Nigeria, providing them with a pathway to achieve their legal aspirations.”

Barrister Uzodimma proudly noted that all the 10 scholars from the 2022 cohort have successfully completed their law degrees, “a testament to their commitment and the effectiveness of the PUSG initiative.”

She encouraged the new legal professionals to embody the values of integrity, intellect, and justice as they embark on their legal careers, making them exemplary representatives of the PUSG ethos.

Reflecting on the PUSG’s journey, Barrister Uzodimma recalled its inception in 2021 in collaboration with Principle Legal Consult, starting with five beneficiaries.

According to her, the scholarship, inspired by her desire to invest in the future of bright, aspiring lawyers, has since supported 30 law students, with plans to open applications for the 2024 cycle.

Barrister Uzodimma, therefore reaffirmed PUSG’s commitment to ease the difficulties for indigent but aspiring young lawyers across Nigeria to enable them realize their dreams of becoming lawyers.

“A lot of people often ask why I decided to launch the Prada Uzodimma Scholarship Grant, and my answer remains that we are investing in the future of young aspiring lawyers, we are giving them the opportunity they deserve,” she added

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BREAKING: Police take over PDP Secretariat in Abuja

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3 days ago

June 30, 2025

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As tension continues to mount over the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting, which is expected to hold on Monday, armed policemen have taken over its secretariat.

According to an official of the party who spoke to newsmen, the police were deployed to stop the proposed NEC Expanded Caucus Meeting.

Though some staff members of the party were initially allowed to go into the premises of the secretariat without any resistance from the police, they were later sent out.

At the time of filing this report, journalists were also asked to leave the premises of the secretariat, while some policemen were seen cordoning off Dalaba Street, which is the road leading to Wadata Plaza.

Details shortly…

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Police arrest suspected cultist during meeting, recover firearm in Ogun

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3 days ago

June 29, 2025

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Operatives from the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Unit, Ogun State Police Command, have arrested a suspected member of the Eiye Confraternity, Ismail Afolabi, at Saje Area of Car Wash, Abeokuta.

The suspect was arrested following credible intelligence received by the police that members of the Eiye Confraternity were holding a secret meeting with the intention to carry out criminal activities.

The police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirming the arrest to DAILY POST on Sunday, said the suspect was apprehended while attempting to flee.

Odutola stated that he was found in possession of a cross bag containing a loaded cut-to-size double-barrel shotgun and live ammunition.

She said, “On Friday, June 27, 2025, at about 05:30 pm , the Ogun State Police Command received credible intelligence that members of the Eiye Confraternity were holding a clandestine meeting with suspected criminal intent at the Saje Area of Car Wash, Abeokuta.

“Operatives from the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Unit swiftly mobilized to the scene. On arrival, one suspect, Ismail Afolabi ‘m’, was found in possession of a cross-body bag containing a cut-to-size double-barrel shotgun loaded with live ammunition.”

The spokesperson noted that preliminary investigations have commenced, and efforts are ongoing to track down other accomplices.

The Command restated its commitment to eradicating cult-related violence and maintaining peace and order in the state.

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Suspected gunmen kidnap man in Benue

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4 days ago

June 29, 2025

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Gunmen have kidnapped a middle-aged man, Ortese Tarlumun Joseph, in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, after shooting at his family during an attempted escape.

Security analyst Zagazola Makama revealed the incident in a post on X on Sunday.

He said the abduction happened on Friday, June 27, around 6:00 p.m. near Tomanyiin Main Village in Nzorov district.

Sources told Makama that Ortese was returning from the farm with his wife and son when two armed men came out of the bush and ordered them to lie down.

“Out of fear, the family tried to run, and the gunmen fired two gunshots.

“Mrs. Ortese said she later heard her husband calling for help but could not find him. It was later discovered that the attackers had taken him away,” Makama wrote

The family’s Toyota Corolla was found at the scene.

Security personnel launched a search operation shortly after the incident, but neither the kidnappers nor the victim had been found at the time of reporting.