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“Nigeria Is Finished” – Ugochinyere Warns Amid Rivers Crisis
Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, a member of the House of Representatives, expressed deep concern over the political unrest in Rivers State, suggesting that Nigeria is on the brink of collapse.
His alarming statement came in response to reports that supporters of a minister in President Bola Tinubu’s administration were allegedly involved in burning down government offices, while law enforcement appeared unable to intervene.
The crisis in Rivers State has been escalating, particularly after the local government elections held last Saturday.
Following the election, chaos erupted when part of the Eleme Local Government secretariat was set ablaze shortly after the newly-elected chairman, Brian Gokpa, assumed office.
Ugochinyere took to social media to voice his frustration, pointing out that the country has seen similar unrest in the past, and the aftermath has always been dire.
In a post shared on his X account, Ugochinyere warned that the current situation mirrors previous episodes of political instability, which have had far-reaching consequences.
He urged President Tinubu to take swift action to put an end to the violence, emphasizing that these acts of destruction, allegedly carried out by loyalists of the former governor Nyesom Wike, could lead to disastrous results if not immediately addressed.
Ugochinyere’s post continued with a stern reminder to the President that Nigerians, especially the people of Rivers State, are closely watching the situation unfold.
He stressed that the newly elected Local Government Chairmen have been sworn in and that no amount of disruption will change the outcome of the democratic process that saw Governor Siminalayi Fubara rise to power.
The political tension in Rivers State remains high, with calls for calm growing louder as the crisis threatens to spiral further out of control.
Ugochinyere’s comments reflect a broader fear that if the unrest is not contained, it could deepen the divisions within the country and have lasting consequences for Nigeria’s fragile democracy.
Westminster Magistrates Court has ruled against Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, leading to the seizure of over £2 million from their accounts due to unpaid taxes linked to their online businesses.
The funds, held in seven frozen bank accounts, were traced to the Tates and a woman identified as J. Authorities allege the brothers funneled substantial sums, including cryptocurrency, through accounts in J’s name, despite her lack of involvement in their ventures.
Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring described the scheme as a “straightforward cheat of the revenue,” uncovering years of alleged tax evasion and money laundering. Devon and Cornwall Police revealed the brothers accrued millions between 2014 and 2022 without paying taxes or VAT.
Andrew Tate, however, criticized the ruling, claiming it is part of a “coordinated attack” to silence dissent. “This is not justice; it’s theft disguised as legal action,” Tate said in a statement.
The brothers are also facing separate criminal charges in Romania, including allegations of human trafficking and rape, and are set to be extradited to the UK.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has defended President Bola Tinubu’s tax reforms, calling on critics to engage with the initiatives more thoughtfully.
Speaking during Tinubu’s presentation of the 2025 budget, Akpabio praised the four tax reform bills as a monumental step toward revitalizing Nigeria’s economy.
He described the reforms as the first comprehensive tax overhaul since independence, aimed at boosting revenue, supporting small businesses, and fostering sustainable development.
Akpabio criticized detractors for dismissing the reforms without understanding their potential impact and urged all Nigerians to embrace this transformative opportunity.
17-Year-Old OOU Student Arrested for Allegedly Stealing and Attempting to Sell Phones
A 17-year-old student of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Sobando Semilore, has been arrested by the Ago-Iwoye police for allegedly stealing two high-end smartphones and attempting to sell them.
According to a statement released by the Ago-Iwoye police division, Semilore, a first-year Political Science student residing in Danmark Hall, was caught on December 17, 2024. He was allegedly in possession of a Samsung S21 valued at ₦350,000 and an iPhone 14 Pro Max worth ₦650,000, both belonging to Muktapha Adenugba.
The statement revealed that the suspect was apprehended around 5:00 PM while trying to sell the stolen phones at Pepsi Junction in Ago-Iwoye. During interrogation, he reportedly admitted to stealing the devices from a poolside at Gardeen, a well-known relaxation spot.
The police confirmed that the stolen phones have been recovered and returned to their rightful owner. Investigations into the case are ongoing, with further updates expected.
This incident has sparked conversations about crime among students, with many emphasizing the need for vigilance and better security measures in social spaces.
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