Bentino Tv

Bentino Tv We are first with verified breaking news, fact checks, investigations, interviews, documentaries, event coverage, and more.

Click here to visit our website.https://bentinotv.com.ng

Motto:
bridging the gap of Journalism in Africa.

Court Adjourns NDC’s Suit Challenging Parts of Electoral Act 2026 Until June 9The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on...
25/05/2026

Court Adjourns NDC’s Suit Challenging Parts of Electoral Act 2026 Until June 9
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Monday adjourned the suit filed by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) challenging sections of the newly enacted Electoral Act 2026 until June 9, 2026.
The matter, which was scheduled for hearing before Justice Mohammed Umar, could not proceed due to the judge’s absence on official engagement.
Counsel to the NDC, Vincent Ottaokpukpu, alongside defence lawyers including O.J. Opawale, were present in court before the case was subsequently adjourned.
The NDC is seeking an order of court to strike down Sections 138 and 77(5) of the Electoral Act 2026, arguing that the provisions are inconsistent with the 1999 Constitution as amended.
The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/635/2026, was filed by the party following its registration by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on February 5, 2026.
The defendants in the case include the Attorney-General of the Federation, the Clerk of the National Assembly, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and INEC.
According to the originating summons filed on March 27 by Mr. Ottaokpukpu, the NDC is asking the court to nullify Section 138 of the Electoral Act for allegedly contradicting constitutional provisions relating to candidates’ qualifications for elective offices.
The party is also seeking an order compelling the National Assembly to amend and re-enact provisions restoring “qualification” as a valid ground for challenging the return of elected candidates into offices such as President, Governor, Senate, House of Representatives, and State Houses of Assembly.
In addition, the NDC challenged Section 77(5) of the Electoral Act 2026, which provides that only party members whose names appear in the digital register submitted to INEC at least 21 days before party primaries can participate in such primaries.
The party argued that the provision violates constitutional rights to political participation and freedom of association, insisting that the Constitution does not prescribe any minimum duration for political party membership before contesting elections.
In an affidavit supporting the suit, litigation secretary at V-C Ottaokpukpu & Associates, Ezechi Adaobi, stated that the provision could unfairly affect politicians who defect to new parties ahead of elections.
However, INEC, in its counter-affidavit filed on April 27, defended the Electoral Act 2026, maintaining that the law was validly passed by the National Assembly and duly assented to by President Bola Tinubu.
The electoral body argued that Section 77(5) does not infringe on constitutional rights and that the timetable for party primaries fully complies with the provisions of the Constitution and the Electoral Act.
INEC further maintained that political parties were given adequate time to conduct primaries and resolve internal disputes within the legally approved timeframe.


Bentino Tv

12/05/2026

Kwankwaso perfectly fits into the Obidient ideals, and that is what makes the OK Movement unique.
Watch his interview responses and head to the comment section with your opinion. 💥🔥

03/05/2026

Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso Storm NDC National Secretariat

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨Peter Obi Dumps ADC, Cites Toxic Politics, Internal CrisisFormer presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has...
03/05/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨
Peter Obi Dumps ADC, Cites Toxic Politics, Internal Crisis
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has officially resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing what he described as a toxic political environment and deepening internal party crisis.
Sources close to the development reveal that Obi has become increasingly dissatisfied with the party’s internal structure and leadership disagreements, which he believes are hindering progress and unity.
In a major political shift, Obi is expected to announce a new political party on Monday, a move that could significantly reshape the political landscape ahead of future elections.
Mr. Peter Obi

🔥 BREAKING: S’Court to Rule on ADC, PDP Leadership Crises Thursday 🔥Nigeria’s Supreme Court is set to deliver decisive j...
29/04/2026

🔥 BREAKING: S’Court to Rule on ADC, PDP Leadership Crises Thursday 🔥
Nigeria’s Supreme Court is set to deliver decisive judgments on the lingering leadership crises rocking the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The rulings, expected on Thursday, are seen as critical in shaping the internal structures of both parties ahead of the high-stakes 2027 general elections.
Political observers say the outcome could redefine party alignments, strengthen or weaken factions, and ultimately influence the balance of power in Nigeria’s opposition landscape.
All eyes are now on the apex court as stakeholders await decisions that may determine the future direction of the ADC and PDP.
📌 Stay with BentinoTv for real-time updates.
Kindly share and follow our page.

🔴 BENTINO TV | SPECIAL REPORTTRAGEDY IN DELTA: Tears, Questions as 28-Year-Old Mena Allegedly Killed by Police OfficerA ...
28/04/2026

🔴 BENTINO TV | SPECIAL REPORT
TRAGEDY IN DELTA: Tears, Questions as 28-Year-Old Mena Allegedly Killed by Police Officer
A dark cloud of grief and outrage hangs over Delta State following the shocking and controversial death of 28-year-old Ogidi Mena, who was allegedly extra-judicially killed by a police officer, ASP Nuhu Usman, popularly known as “Ogbegbe.”
According to eyewitness accounts, what began as a routine errand turned into a fatal encounter that has left many Nigerians demanding justice.
Mena had reportedly gone to Effurun Main Motor Park along Sapele Road to pick up a waybill on behalf of a friend. Upon arrival, park officials insisted he pay additional charges due to the weight of the package and demanded he open it. Reluctantly complying, Mena was said to have been stunned when a Beretta pistol with four live rounds was discovered inside.
In panic and confusion, he reportedly pleaded for his life, insisting he had no knowledge of the contents and offering to take them to the person who sent him. Rather than handing him over peacefully, the park leadership allegedly restrained him—tying his hands and legs—and contacted the police.
The Uvwie Area Command, led by ACP Aliyu Shaba, dispatched a patrol team headed by ASP Ogbegbe to take custody of the suspect.
What followed has been described as horrifying.
Eyewitnesses claim that upon arrival and sighting the weapon, ASP Ogbegbe, amid cheers from bystanders, allegedly fired at Mena—shooting him in the hand. Despite being injured and in visible agony, Mena was bundled into a police vehicle alive.
However, the situation escalated further at the Ekpan Police Station.
Sources allege that instead of handing Mena over for proper investigation, ASP Ogbegbe shot him multiple times at close range within the station premises—killing him on the spot before he could give any statement or lead investigators to the alleged sender.
The sound of gunfire reportedly drew the attention of ACP Aliyu Shaba, who immediately intervened—ordering the disarmament, arrest, and detention of the officer and his team.
Authorities have since escalated the matter. The suspects were moved to Asaba, then to Zone 5 Headquarters in Benin, with plans to transfer them to Force Headquarters for further investigation and possible prosecution.
A Life Cut Short, Questions Unanswered
Mena’s death has sparked widespread condemnation, with many questioning the urgency and motive behind the fatal shooting.
Why was a suspect—already in custody—executed without trial?
What vital information died with him?
Was this an attempt to silence a possible lead?
Eyewitnesses insist Mena may have been an innocent courier, unaware of the deadly contents he was sent to collect. His desperate pleas for mercy and willingness to cooperate now echo as haunting reminders of a life that might have been spared.
Growing Calls for Justice
Civil voices and concerned citizens are calling for a full-scale, transparent investigation—not just disciplinary action.
“This is not just misconduct; it is murder,” one source stated. “Even if he was found with a firearm, it does not justify ex*****on without trial.”
There are also calls for the leadership of Effurun Motor Park to provide a detailed account of their role in the incident.
Bentino TV Position
This is a developing story that touches the very core of justice, human rights, and accountability in Nigeria.
The Nigeria Police Force must go beyond internal discipline—this case demands open, independent investigation and prosecution if found culpable.
No Nigerian deserves to die without a fair hearing.
Justice for Mena is justice for all.
📍 More updates to follow…

27/04/2026

🚨 COURTROOM DRAMA 🚨
“It’s not about you anymore, it is about Sowore now. I have to show him that he cannot do anything!” — VDM tells BLord in court today.
Tensions flared as the case took a new twist, shifting focus toward activist Omoyele Sowore. What started as a personal dispute is quickly evolving into a broader confrontation.
🎥 Watch the moment the exchange sparked reactions inside the courtroom.

BREAKING 🚩🎷🎷🎷Appeal Court Throws Out Abure’s Case, Slams N10m Cost for Abuse of Court ProcessThe Abuja Division of the ...
21/04/2026

BREAKING 🚩🎷🎷🎷
Appeal Court Throws Out Abure’s Case, Slams N10m Cost for Abuse of Court Process
The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal has unanimously dismissed an appeal filed by Julius Abure over the leadership dispute within the Labour Party, describing the move as an abuse of judicial process.
In its ruling delivered by a three-member panel led by Justice Oyejoju Oyewumi, alongside Justice A. B. Mohammed and Justice Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom-Wike, the appellate court upheld the earlier judgment of the Federal High Court, affirming that the matter had already been conclusively settled.
The court referenced the decision of the Supreme Court of Nigeria delivered on April 4, 2025, which nullified the convention that produced Abure as National Chairman and recognised Nenadi Usman as the legitimate leader of the party.
It further ruled that the Federal High Court acted within its constitutional powers under Section 251 in directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to acknowledge Usman’s leadership. The appellate court also validated the caretaker committee led by Usman, describing it as a necessary step to fill a leadership vacuum.
The justices faulted Abure for repeatedly approaching different courts on the same issue, including actions at a Nasarawa State High Court, despite a clear pronouncement from the apex court. According to the panel, the appeal lacked merit and amounted to misuse of court processes.
Consequently, the court not only dismissed the appeal but also imposed a fine of ₦10,000,000 on Abure for wasting judicial time on a matter already decided.
Reacting to the judgment, Senator Nenadi Usman hailed the ruling as a triumph for democracy and the rule of law, commending the judiciary for standing firm in the face of pressure.
She also thanked party supporters nationwide for their patience and loyalty during the crisis, urging members to stay focused as the party prepares for its congresses, national convention, and the 2027 general elections.
— Statement issued by party leadership, April 21, 2026.

BREAKING NEWSThe ADC Youth Wing has today kicked off a nationwide “Occupy INEC Offices” protest, with strong turnout rep...
16/04/2026

BREAKING NEWS
The ADC Youth Wing has today kicked off a nationwide “Occupy INEC Offices” protest, with strong turnout reported in Kano and other states, sending a clear warning over alleged electoral malpractice and democratic compromise.
The movement continues to gather strength, fueled by firm demands for accountability, transparency, and the preservation of true democracy in Nigeria.
Protesters are also calling for the restoration of the ADC leadership under David Mark, while insisting that Amupitan must step aside.
— Comrade Balarabe Rufa’i
National Youth Leader, ADC

Address

Number 72 Ankpa Road Makurdi
Makurdi
970101

Telephone

+2348036291236

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Bentino Tv posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Bentino Tv:

Shortcuts

Share