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Reps C’ttee on Public Petitions Adjourns NNRA Promotion Stagnation Dispute for ADR
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has adjourned hearing on a petition bordering on alleged promotion stagnation, victimisation, and disciplinary actions within the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA) to 11th March, 2026 for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
The meeting, held on Thursday, was presided over by the Deputy Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Dr. Attorney Nwogu, following a petition filed by Abdulhadi Attah Abdullahi, a Deputy General Manager (Legal) with the National Institute of Radiation Protection and Research (NIRPR) and Technical Service Organisation (TSO) to the NNRA.
The petition, listed as Petition No. 732 of 2025, seeks the intervention of the House Committee on Public Petitions over the outcome of the 2020 NNRA Committee on Regularisation of Appointment and Staff Audit, as well as prolonged promotion stagnation, alleged denial of salaries and allowances, harassment, and what the petitioner described as a sustained pattern of victimisation and witch-hunt.
In a letter dated 19th January, 2026, and addressed to the Chairman of the Committee through the Clerk, Dr. Amos Enobong, Abdullahi alleged that the NNRA management initiated disciplinary actions against him shortly after he appeared before the committee at an earlier public hearing on 9th December, 2025.
According to the petitioner, the disciplinary measures included the issuance of a query on 5th January, 2026, his response dated 6th January, a warning letter dated 8th January, and the immediate constitution of a disciplinary panel on the same day.
He argued that the actions were retaliatory and intended to undermine the constitutional oversight role of the National Assembly, as well as pre-empt the outcome of the committee’s proceedings.
At the hearing, extensive deliberations focused on the controversy surrounding the petitioner’s Annual Performance Evaluation Report (APER), which he maintained was duly submitted during his promotion year but allegedly withheld or left unassessed by the appropriate authorities.
The petitioner insisted that the APER was in the custody of the National Nuclear Inspectorate (NNI) and later the Office of the Director-General, adding that documentary evidence and email correspondence confirming receipt had already been submitted to the committee.
He further argued that he could not reasonably be expected to seek assessment from a former supervisor who had since retired, stressing that the responsibility for assessment rested with the Directorate supervising his unit at the relevant time.
However, representatives of the NNRA and affiliated agencies, including senior management staff appearing on behalf of their Director-General who was reportedly absent due to ill health, disputed some aspects of the petitioner’s claims.
They contended that administrative procedures required proper supervisory assessment of APERs and that gaps existed in the evaluation process, which they described as a “lacuna” rather than deliberate victimisation.
However, committee members noted that there was no outright denial that the APER was submitted, but rather disagreement over who bore responsibility for its assessment and sign-off.
In response, Hon. Nwogu emphasised the need for a pragmatic resolution, urging both parties to avoid prolonged administrative disputes that could stall careers and institutional harmony.
He stated that governance must remain continuous and that employees should not be penalised for procedural gaps beyond their control, especially where supervisors had retired or administrative structures had changed.
The Deputy Chairman stressed that the committee was not seeking to leave any party completely dissatisfied but aimed for a fair middle ground that would resolve the matter equitably.
Following deliberations, the committee proposed Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) as the most viable path to resolving the dispute, a suggestion that received concurrence from both parties.
Consequently, the committee formally adjourned the matter to 11th March, 2026, to allow parties explore ADR mechanisms with a view to amicable settlement.
The committee also reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the constitutional right of citizens and public officers to petition the National Assembly without fear of intimidation, reprisal, or administrative sanctions.
Popular media personality and self-acclaimed relationship expert, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has reportedly lost her second son while remanded in custody.
The development was confirmed in an online appeal by Amira Agiye, head of the Isaamira Love Foundation, who spoke on Okoro’s behalf to request public financial assistance.
She said, “It is sad to announce to you all that Blessing CEO just lost her second son. My name is Amira Agiye.
“I’m here to appeal on behalf of Blessing CEO, who is currently in custody. I understand that people might have different opinions about her and the circumstances surrounding her case.
“And like every one of us, she deserves compassion and an opportunity for redemption.
She needs N20 million to meet the bail requirements. She also needs N36 million to pay the people she owes who brought the case against her.
“Please, Nigerians, let’s forgive her for the sake of that boy who is still in the mortuary. With Blessing’s full consent and authorisation, I’m appealing to all Nigerians to help donate so we can help her out of this situation.”
Also speaking in a voice conversation played by Amira, Blessing, CEO, said, “My second son, Bryan, was full of life. While in custody, I lost Bryan.
I pray this turns out positive so I can leave this place, pick up the pieces of my life and pay my respects to him.”
Recall that the self-acclaimed relationship expert was remanded in Kirikiri Prison over an N69.15 million property fraud trial.
She was granted N20 million bail in July 2026, with two sureties in like sum, and each surety was required to provide three years’ proof of deposits valued at N20 million.
Following her inability to meet the bail conditions, Blessing CEO, remains in prison facility two months after she was granted bail.
Deaconess Angel Oyakhilome, mother of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome of Christ Embassy LoveWorld Nation fame, is dead.
Reports from Edo State say that she died at the age of 88 yesterday, Friday, September 25, 2026.
A local publication, Esan News Magazine, reported thus:
“An Iroko has fallen. A mother of nations is gone. Heaven has gained a saint.
According to information made available to Esan News Magazine by a prominent member of the Ekagholo Family of Idunwele, Ewu, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State, the matriarch of the great Oyakhilome Clan, the beloved mother of our son Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, Deaconess Angel Oyakhilome, fondly called Big Mummy, has transited to glory.
September, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, humility and motherhood that touched generations across the world.
“Big Mummy was not just the mother of Pastor Chris. She was the mother of all. A virtuous woman, a prayer warrior, a woman of uncommon grace who raised children that have become global blessings and pride to Esan land.
“Idunwele Ewu is mourning. Ekagholo Family is mourning. Ewu Kingdom is mourning. Esanland is mourning. For we have lost an Okpokhuo, a true jewel of Esan motherhood.
“Her life was a testimony. She lived for God, she lived for family, she lived for humanity. Her laughter brought joy. Her prayers brought strength. Her counsel brought wisdom.
“On behalf of the management and staff of Esan News Magazine and the entire Esan Nation home and abroad, we extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to our dear elder brother, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, the entire Oyakhilome Clan, the Ekagholo Family of Idunwele Ewu, and the Christ Embassy family worldwide.
“We mourn with you in this time of grief. We stand with you. We pray that the good Lord who called Mama home will grant you all the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.
“May her gentle, beautiful and faithful soul rest in perfect peace. Rest on, Big Mummy. Rest on, beloved mother of Pastor Chris. Rest on, Iroko of Ewu.
“Adieu Mama!”
Meanwhile, a senior official of Christ Embassy who was contacted by News Express this Saturday afternoon neither confirmed nor denied the report.
He said: “I have heard the news, too, but it is not for me to confirm her death. I mean, she was aged 88.”
The official promised to make relevant contacts, adding: “I am sure that a statement would be issued if the news is true.”
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has nabbed Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, south-west zonal coordinator of the women wing of the City Boy Movement, over an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence.
Dele Oyewale, EFCC spokesperson, confirmed to TheCable on Saturday that Tejuosho was arrested on September 8.
“She is in our custody,” Oyewale said.
The arrest comes months after the anti-graft agency declared Tejuosho wanted in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged fraud.
In April, the EFCC said Tejuosho, 41, was wanted over an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence.
The commission said she was an indigene of Lagos state and gave her last known address as House A26, Aso Grove Estate, Maitama Extension, Abuja.
The EFCC had implored people with information on her whereabouts to contact its offices across the country or the nearest police station and other security agencies.
Tejuosho had previously come under the EFCC’s investigation over allegations relating to an appointment and contract scam.
In June 2025, the commission interrogated her following complaints that she allegedly obtained money from individuals under the guise of securing federal government appointments and lucrative contracts.
The EFCC investigation centred on allegations that she used fake appointment letters and forged documents to convince victims that she could facilitate government appointments and contracts.
Tejuosho, who was identified as the founder of Haleems Integrated Services Limited, was subsequently granted administrative bail while the investigation continued.
Following the EFCC’s declaration in April, the City Boy Movement suspended Tejuosho as its south-west zonal coordinator of the women wing.
The movement said the suspension took immediate effect pending the outcome of the investigation.
It said the decision was taken as an administrative measure to protect its image, credibility and ethical standards.
The group also said the suspension would allow the investigation to proceed “without interference, obstruction, or undue influence”.
The City Boy Movement is a youth-driven political advocacy group that supports President Bola Tinubu’s administration and his Renewed Hope Agenda.
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