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Foreign Affairs Minister Reports Permanent Secretary for Alleged Sexual Harassment

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The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has taken formal action by lodging a complaint against the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Ambassador Ibrahim Lamuwa, regarding allegations of sexual harassment. In a letter addressed to the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HOCSF) dated May 27, 2024, Tuggar expressed grave concern over the seriousness of the accusations made by Mrs. Simisola Ajayi.

Tuggar stressed the urgency and importance of addressing the matter thoroughly. The complaint, titled “Official Complaint Regarding Sexual Harassment of Mrs. Simisola Fajemirokun Ajayi by Ambassador Ibrahim Adamu Lamuwa (Permanent Secretary Ministry of Foreign Affairs),” was accompanied by an attachment of the email containing the complaint.

In his letter, Tuggar assured the HOCSF of his full cooperation in the investigation and offered his assistance as needed. The Ministry’s spokesperson, Amb. Eche Abu-Ode, confirmed the authenticity of the complaint when contacted by a correspondent.

Ambassador Lamuwa declined to comment when approached, stating he was in a meeting. The Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alkasim Abdulkadir, also refrained from commenting, stating that the matter was being handled by relevant authorities.

The complainant, Mrs. Simisola Ajayi, through her lawyer Femi Falana (SAN), submitted a petition dated May 29, 2024, to Ambassador Tuggar, detailing instances of alleged sexual harassment by Ambassador Lamuwa. Ajayi called for a thorough investigation into Lamuwa’s conduct, citing incidents of inappropriate advances and remarks made during official events and communications.

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Cross River Lawmakers Endorse Gov. Otu for 2027 Re-Election

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By Njoku Chijioke 

The Southern caucus of the 10th Cross River House of Assembly has endorsed Governor Bassey Otu for re-election in 2027, citing his achievements in boosting internally generated revenue and governance reforms.

Led by Francis Asuquo (Odukpani constituency), the lawmakers urged residents to support Otu’s second term bid and called on other aspirants to step aside for the governor.

However, Richard Inoyo, a civil society leader, dismissed the endorsement, arguing that the caucus does not represent the people’s will.

Meanwhile, speculation is growing that Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong may challenge Otu in 2027, with his expanding free transport scheme seen as a strategic move.

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Kaduna Refinery Hits 60% Completion – NNPCL

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By Adenike Lawal 

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has announced that the Kaduna Refinery has reached over 60% mechanical completion, with operations expected to begin before the end of 2025.

NNPCL’s Executive Vice President, Downstream, Isiyaku Abdullahi, disclosed this during an engagement with Kannywood artists in Abuja, emphasizing the company’s commitment to completing the refinery and its pipelines using internal resources.

Abdullahi also highlighted ongoing progress at the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, urging Nigerians to prepare for an upcoming NNPCL Initial Public Offering (IPO), as part of investment opportunities in the oil and gas sector.

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UNIZIK Probes Female Student’s Alleged Assault on Lecturer

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By Emmanuel Ogbodo

Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), has launched an investigation into a physical altercation between a female student and a lecturer, Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, at the Faculty of Arts.

The incident, which went viral on social media, reportedly started after the lecturer interrupted the student’s video recording, leading to a heated argument.

The student allegedly bit the lecturer multiple times and tore his clothes during the confrontation.

UNIZIK’s Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joseph Ikechebelu, assured the public of a fair and transparent probe, emphasizing the university’s commitment to discipline and decorum.

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