Benin Traditional Council , yesterday, flayed withdrawal of criminal charges by Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, against a citizen, Arisco Rich Osemwingie, who claimed the Ogiamien chieftaincy title of the kingdom.
Addressing newsmen in Benin City, the Benin palace chiefs, led by the Iyase of Benin, Chief Sam Igbe, said: “The Benis, both at home and abroad, have been very angry over the withdrawal of the criminal case against the said Rich Arisco Osemwingie and one other.” Igbe who frowned on the withdrawal of the case by the Edo State Government via a publication from the office of the Edo State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, said: “We want to hereby state categorically that the said Mr. Rich Arisco Osemwingie is not Ogiamien. He has no locus standi to claim or be addressed as Ogiamien neither has he any right to the title of Ogiamien of Benin Kingdom.
The chiefs noted that there was no proper consultation with the Oba of Benin palace before the withdrawal of the criminal case. The Iyase of Benin further stated that Chief Osarobo Ogiamien is the existing Ogiamien of Benin Kingdom, stressing that the family of Ogiamien has not informed the palace of his demise.
We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:
Nigeria Latest News, Nigeria Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Economist urges structural examination of Nigeria | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World NewsAn economist and political scientist, Peter Azonobi, has lamented Nigeria’s ‘failure’ to get its leadership right since independence in 1960, urging structural examination.
Source: GuardianNigeria - 🏆 1. / 94 Read more »
Court orders Mompha's arrest, revokes bail | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World NewsA Special Offences Court, Ikeja, on Wednesday, issued a bench warrant for the arrest of suspected internet fraudster Ismaila Mustapha known as Mompha. Justice Mojisola Dada ordered his arrest for failing to appear in court on two scheduled dates for his trial. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is prosecuting Mompha on an 8-count […] Nigeria na enemy of progress... Una politicians they steal like mad but who go talk since na only Dem dey above the law...
Source: GuardianNigeria - 🏆 1. / 94 Read more »
Why monkeypox may soon get a new name | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World NewsMonkeypox may soon have a new name after scientists called for a change to dispel stereotypes of Africa being seen as a crucible of disease.
Source: GuardianNigeria - 🏆 1. / 94 Read more »
Nigerian government reverses ban on international basketball | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News*D’Tigress World Cup participation remains doubtful The Nigerian government has rescinded its decision to suspend the country’ basketball teams from all international competitions for two years. The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Youth and Sports Development Ismaila Abubakar disclosed this at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday. He said the latest decision is based on […] We no get govt... So what's the faith of the female basketball team as rgds the world basketball game this year? Who or what was responsible for the disaster? If it's still possible, D'Tigress should participate in the FIBA World Cup.
Source: GuardianNigeria - 🏆 1. / 94 Read more »
Troops intercept explosives ammunition in Cross River | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World NewsTroops of 13 Brigade operating under 82 Division Nigerian Army on Tuesday, intercepted a vehicle laden with assorted ammunition around Utanga village toward Obudu Mountains in Cross River. The Fulanis terrorist is expanding their wings. Everyone should be careful. And, not a single suspect arrested? Just vehicle number stated in the report. No driver name mentioned. How can a car be driving itself to Obudu hills.
Source: GuardianNigeria - 🏆 1. / 94 Read more »
ASUU strike: FG denies considering multiple payment platforms | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World NewsThe Federal Government, yesterday, distanced itself from reports making the rounds that it was contemplating different payment schedules for the various trade unions in tertiary institutions. These people are just using us to play whot😪😪 Next level in display😄😄😄😄🤣 Sadly, the whole strike has started the game of Blames and deny as they started in 2015. Una wehdone o
Source: GuardianNigeria - 🏆 1. / 94 Read more »