Mary Agidi

Fmr S. A Media to Ondo State Governor; Publisher @JATSCOMNEWS

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AAUA's Prof. Oke-Samuel seeks Law Clinics, Green Courts to tackle environmental injustice https://t.co/1HRWOlhvG4

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@WOnyemelukwe You need wife?

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@theboybenzo @WOnyemelukwe @novieverest You're stupid for failure to understand simple statement. Maybe English is your problem sha

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@WOnyemelukwe @novieverest Dem force her on you ? Cos I don't think she loves you by exhibiting this attitude. Or is the child not hers?

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@novieverest Here is the video

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Today, Speaking further on the planned NYSC reform, the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Policy Coordination, @hadizabalausman, revealed that the NYSC orientation camp would be restructured into three phases:

- The first two weeks will focus on civic responsibility, national values, and leadership development.
- The next two weeks will cover career mapping, financial literacy, business planning, and access to finance.
- The final two weeks will provide specialised training based on each corps member’s chosen career stream.

Under the new framework, corps members will select one of the newly created 11 specialised streams upon registration and will receive specialised training throughout the orientation programme in preparation for future employment and national service.

The 11 specialised streams are: Agric Corps, Medical Corps, Education Corps, Tech and Digital Corps, Legal Corps, Public Service Corps, Infrastructure Corps, Green Corps, Enterprise Corps, Creative Economy Corps, and Paramilitary and Security Corps.

She added that the specialised streams will equip graduates with practical skills tailored to their academic backgrounds, career interests, and the country’s workforce needs.

Usman noted that the reforms also review deployment procedures, including how corps members are posted across states, with greater consideration for prevailing security realities.

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but that those who fail to utilise it to enhance their performance may be at risk of being replaced.
I appreciate SMI for exposing us to AI tools that are relevant to our careers, including tools for research and data visualisation.

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Without mincing words, technological innovations are massively driving every sector and profession. Artificial Intelligence (AI), as one of these innovations, has found its way into journalism to ease tasks in the newsroom—helping to fact-check, investigate, and optimise

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AI training for journalists by the Safer-Media Initiative (SMI), we were cautioned not to see AI as a brain, but rather as a tool to support our intellectual ideas—not to replace creativity. It was also emphasised that AI is not here to replace humans—including journalists—

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Trump's HIV Funding withdrawal scare

…lessons for Nigeria and Africa

https://t.co/oWH2ixuh2p

[Nigerian Bar Association @NigBarAssoc]

NO JUDGE HAS THE POWER TO ORDER A LAWYER TO KNEEL IN COURT

The Nigerian Bar Association is concerned about reports of an incident that occurred on Monday, 16 March 2026, at the Federal High Court, Abuja, involving Honourable Justice Mohammed Umar and a legal practitioner, Mr. Marshall Abubakar, who appeared as lead defence counsel to Mr. Omoyele Sowore @sowore. According to reports, the learned trial judge, in response to counsel raising his voice while addressing the court on the suitability of a hearing date, directed the lawyer to step out of the Bar and kneel down, alongside issuing threats of committal for contempt.

The NBA views this development with utmost seriousness, given its implications for the dignity of the legal profession and the sanctity of the courtroom.

The courtroom is a temple of justice, governed by law, procedure, and decorum. While judges are vested with the authority to maintain order and discipline in their courts, such authority must be exercised strictly within the bounds of the law and established judicial standards. The power to punish for contempt is well recognised; however, it is circumscribed by defined legal procedures designed to ensure fairness, objectivity, and respect for the rights and dignity of all persons appearing before the court.

A judex directing a legal practitioner or indeed any person whatsoever to kneel in court is not a recognised judicial sanction under our laws and does not align with the standards of judicial conduct expected on the Bench. The dignity of the court must be preserved not only in outcome but also in process, and this includes the manner in which judicial authority is exercised. If a judge is of the view that a person has acted in a manner that is contemptuous of the court, the judge MUST follow the accepted way of conducting proceedings for such allegations.

We reiterate that legal practitioners bear a corresponding duty to conduct themselves with restraint, professionalism, and respect for the court at all times. While lawyers are entitled, indeed obligated, to advocate firmly and fearlessly on behalf of their clients, such advocacy must always be exercised within the bounds of courtesy and decorum. Disagreements with the court, no matter how strongly felt, must be expressed through proper legal channels and not in a manner that disrupts proceedings or undermines the authority of the court.

The legal profession thrives on a delicate but essential balance, one rooted in mutual respect between the Bar and the Bench. This relationship is fundamental to the administration of justice and must be jealously guarded.

The NBA calls for calm and restraint on all sides and urges that any grievances arising from courtroom incidents be addressed through appropriate institutional and disciplinary mechanisms. Where necessary, the Association will engage with relevant authorities to ensure that the rule of law, professional standards, and judicial ethics are upheld.

Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN
President, Nigerian Bar Association

[Taiwo Oyedele @taiwoyedele]

Today, I had the honour of being sworn in as Minister of State for Finance of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

I am sincerely grateful to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for the trust and confidence placed in me, and to the Senate for confirming my nomination.

This appointment is not merely a personal milestone; it is a call to greater service. Nigeria faces important fiscal challenges, but also immense opportunities. The decisions we make in public finance today will shape the prosperity, stability, and well-being of our country for generations to come.

In my new role, I will focus on supporting efforts to strengthen revenue mobilisation, promote fiscal discipline, and ensure that public resources translate into real improvements in the lives of Nigerians.

I look forward to working more closely with the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, colleagues across government, the National Assembly, private sector, and development partners to advance the mission of financing Nigeria for sustainable development.

Public service demands integrity, humility, and dedication. I step into this responsibility with a deep sense of duty and commitment to Nigeria and the Nigerian people.

Thank you to everyone who has supported and encouraged me along this journey. I will be counting on your continued support.

The work begins. God bless Nigeria.

#MinistryofFinance #FiscalReform #Nigeria #SustainableDevelopment

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Polluted rivers pose serious cancer risks, AAUA Professor warns Nigerians

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Idanre Killings: 13 arraigned in Court over alleged murder https://t.co/BlkzL9XHyD via @MaryAgidi1

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Two dead, others injured in Idanre attack- Ondo Police https://t.co/U5ChIZf56R

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Read my editorial piece on "Ondo Traffic Lights", and add your opinion.
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Contribute to this conversation. Should Nigeria abolish the death sentence?

Death Sentence: Nigeria’s Stance vis-à-vis International Standards https://t.co/ub6ThWEstj

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Ondo Police arrest man over alleged ₦55m Cooperative Society Fraud

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..with multimedia journalism, moving beyond my usual writing-focused role, honing my public speaking skill, and gaining practical experience in broadcast journalism. Every tasks involved in producing the video — capturing, video editing, graphics design, were carried out by me

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Taking a step further in my journalism practice, I recently launched a video series in which I host individuals to spark conversations on salient issues affecting society.
This initiative is aimed at deepening my engagement..

https://t.co/viAPkwnpJd