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Court Orders Immigration Service to Issue Passport to Benita Ezumezu, Awards ₦3 Million Damages

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Justice Nwite of the Federal High Court has ruled in favor of Benita Ezumezu, directing the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) to issue her international passport immediately.

The court found that Ezumezu had fulfilled all requirements for obtaining a passport by October 6, 2022, but was unjustly denied.

The judge also awarded ₦3 million in general damages, emphasizing the need for accountability in public service delivery.

Citizens’ Common (CC), the civil society organization employing Ezumezu, praised the judgment. Olalekan Oshunkoya, CC’s Chief Executive, stated, “This landmark judgment not only secures Benita’s rights but underscores the broader challenges Nigerians face with service delivery in government agencies.”

Oshunkoya highlighted the poor service quality of the NIS in recent years and called for sustained improvements. He also urged Nigerians to seek legal remedies against inefficiencies in public services, asserting that “the law remains a shield against bad experiences.”

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The judgment reaffirms citizens’ right to quality service, particularly when tied to fundamental freedoms like the right to movement.

 


 

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Nigerian Student Wins 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship

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It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.

It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.

“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”

The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.


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‘My Reforms Have Stabilised Nigeria’s Economy’ — President Tinubu

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.

He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”

The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.

However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.


 

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Nyesom Wike Says He Knows Civil Servants Don’t Like Him

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Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.

He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.

He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”


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