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Court bars VIO from confiscating vehicles, imposing fines on motorists

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has barred the Directorate of Road Traffic Services and Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO) from confiscating or imposing fines on motorists.
The court, in a judgement that was delivered by Justice Nkeonye Maha, held that no law empowered the VIO to stop, impound, confiscate, seize or impose fines on motorists for any form of violation.
The judgement followed a suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/1695/2023, which was filed by a public interest lawyer, Mr. Abubakar Marshal.
Justice Maha, while granting reliefs that were sought by the plaintiff, specifically restrained the Respondents, either through their agents, servants and or assigns, from impounding and confiscating vehicles or imposing a fine on any motorist as doing so would be wrongful, oppressive and unlawful.
The court also issued an order of perpetual injunction restraining the respondents, whether by themselves
agents, privies, allies or anybody acting on behalf of the 1st Respondent (Directorate of Road Traffic Services), from further violating the rights of Nigerians to freedom of movement, presumption of innocence and right to own property without lawful justification.
Justice Maha held that only a court of competent jurisdiction could impose a fine or sanction any motorist who was found to have acted in breach of any extant law.
It declared that the 1st to 4th Respondents in the matter, which are under the control of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (5th defendant), are not empowered by any law or statute to stop, impound or confiscate vehicles and or impose fines on motorists.
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JUST IN: Buhari to be Buried in Daura on Tuesday

Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari will be buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State.
It was gathered that Buhari will be laid to rest tomorrow, Tuesday, in Daura, as his body arrived Nigeria today.

Buhari passed away at a clinic in London, where he was receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness, at 4:30 pm on Sunday.

His former media spokesman, Garba Shehu, disclosed this via X on Sunday.
Meanwhile, Governor Radda of Katsina State has announced the burial arrangements for late President Muhammadu Buhari who passed away yesterday in a hospital in London.

Addressing journalists during a press briefing in Katsina, Governor Radda revealed that, following consultations with the late President’s family and close associates in London, it has been agreed that the remains of the former leader will arrive Katsina tomorrow, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, by 12 noon.
He further disclosed that the burial will take place in Daura, the hometown of the late President, by 2:00 p.m. on the same day.
Governor Radda expressed deep condolences on behalf of himself, the Government, and the people of Katsina State, to the family of the late President and to all Nigerians mourning the loss of a national icon.
“We pray Almighty Allah to grant his soul eternal rest and reward him with Aljannatul Firdaus,” the Governor said.
“We also condole His Excellency, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Bola Ahmed Tinubu, over the passing of his predecessor.
May Allah give us the strength to bear this great loss.”
The Government of Katsina State is coordinating with federal authorities and the family to ensure a befitting and dignified farewell for the late elder statesman.
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Governor Soludo Mourns Death of Former President Muhammadu Buhari

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has expressed shock and profound sorrow over the news of the passing of His Excellency, former President Muhammadu Buhari, on Sunday in the United Kingdom at 82 years.
In his condolence message, signed by Christian Aburime, Secretary to the state Governor, Soludo remarked that the demise of the former president marks the end of an era as he was a towering figure in Nigeria’s history and a dedicated patriot of our country.
He said, Buhari’s life was characterised by an unyielding commitment to integrity, discipline, and the pursuit of a better Nigeria.
“From his early days as a military officer to his tenure as Head of State and later as a democratically elected President, he consistently demonstrated a profound love for Nigeria and its people”.
“Of particular recall was his popular stance against public indiscipline as executed with War Against Indiscipline (WAI) campaign during his first coming as military head of State”.
The Governor further recalled President Buhari’s contributions to national development as pivotal and unforgettable.
His administration’s efforts in security, infrastructure, and the fight against corruption were notable.
He said, Buhari championed initiatives aimed at strengthening our economy, improving agricultural output, and ensuring the welfare of all Nigerians.
Governor Soludo also added that beyond his policy achievements, President Buhari was a man of immense personal conviction.
His steadfastness, even in the face of daunting challenges, served as an inspiration to many.
He was a leader who believed in the unity and potential of Nigeria, tirelessly working towards a nation where peace and prosperity would thrive for all.
Therefore, Governor Soludo conveys his sincere condolences to the Buhari family, the Federal Government, and all Nigerians on the death of President Muhammadu Buhari, praying that Almighty Allah grants his soul eternal rest and comforts all who mourn him.
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Vice President Kashim Shettima pays a visit to Aisha Buhari, the widow of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, in London.
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