Ayodele Oluwafemi

Lagos

Criminal Justice Reporter at TheCable

Criminal justice reporter @thecableng via @Report4theWorld || writer II environmental enthusiast https://t.co/vH3AcLvL4b…

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PHOTOS: Patience Jonathan receives PhD, says age shouldn't limit academic dreams

5 days ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

Patience Jonathan, former first lady, has bagged a doctor of philosophy degree (PhD) at the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education in Port Harcourt, Rivers state. A statement by Chris Okeke, media adviser to the former first lady, said she was among the graduating students at the 43rd convocation ceremony of the university, which took place on Saturday. Okeke said Patience dedicated her accomplishments to Nigerian women and noted that no time is too late to achieve one’s academic dream.
EXTRA: I weep whenever I remember how Fubara betrayed me, says Wike

5 days ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), says he is moved to tears whenever he reflects on the “betrayal” by Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended governor of Rivers state. Speaking during a media chat on Monday, Wike said Fubara gave himself as a “tool” for those who wanted to fight him but could not do so directly.
Amaechi is hungry for power - not food, says Wike

5 days ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has taken a swipe at Rotimi Amaechi, former Rivers state governor, over his recent comments on hunger, dismissing them as “politically motivated”. Speaking during a media chat on Monday, Wike said Amaechi could not have been hungry for food after twenty years in several political positions. Recently, during an event organised to mark his 60th birthday anniversary, Amaechi said he is “hungry”.
Newspaper Headlines: FG's CNG-powered vehicle scheme runs into major hitch nationwide

5 days ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

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INTERVIEW: Nigerian background influenced my approach to cancer research, says US-based PhD student

6 days ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

Cancer is arguably one of the deadliest diseases in the world. Its diagnosis is often perceived as a death sentence. Some survive it, but many succumb. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), nearly 10 million people died of cancer in 2020. Scientists have developed medical treatments like chemotherapy to treat the deadly disease in its different forms. Other scientists are currently working on other methods to treat cancer and improve the lives of patients.
Soludo: My administration rewards merit - many newly recruited teachers aren't from Anambra

1 week ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

Chukwuma Soludo, governor of Anambra, says his administration rewards merit irrespective of the state of origin or ethnicity of the beneficiaries. Soludo spoke on Friday at a public lecture organised by the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), Enugu state, and the Ethics, AI and Higher Education Strategy (EAISTRAP). The Anambra governor spoke on ‘Ethical leadership, security, and sustainable development.
Simon Ekpa’s trial begins in Finland as prosecutor seeks six-year jail term

1 week ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

The trial of Simon Ekpa, the controversial Biafra agitator, commenced at the Päijät-Häme district court on Friday. Ekpa was charged with “public incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent” and “participation in a terrorist group”. The Biafra agitator had denied all charges during a police investigation. According to Yle, a Finnish media outlet, Ekpa appeared in court alongside his lawyer, Kaarle Gummerus.
Newspaper Headlines: Family loses 12 members in Niger state flood

1 week ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

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Wike: Tinubu's critics now praise his unprecedented performance in FCT

1 week ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), says President Bola Tinubu’s critics are now praising him for his “unprecedented” performance in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Wike spoke on Thursday during the inspection of ongoing projects in Abuja slated for inauguration to celebrate Tinubu’s second anniversary. The minister said he is “very happy” with the achievements recorded by Tinubu in the FCT, saying, “it has never happened before”.
Police kill ‘wanted kidnapper’, recover arms in Rivers

1 week ago | thecable.ng | Ayodele Oluwafemi

The police command in Rivers says its operatives have neutralised David Uzoma Kamalu, a suspected kidnapper, at a hideout in Rumuodogu community of the state. The police said Kamalu, popularly known as M-Kaze, was “notorious for orchestrating heinous crimes against innocent citizens”. A statement by Grace Iringe-Koko, Rivers police spokesperson, said Kamalu was killed during an operation that took place last Sunday.