Ibadan Stampede: Oyo legal team opposes bail application for Naomi, Oriyomi
The legal proceedings surrounding the tragic stampede at the Islamic High School, Ibadan, took a pivotal turn yesterday as the Oyo State legal team, led by Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Abiodun Aikomo, opposed a bail application filed on behalf of the defendants.
Illegal mining: EFCC sets up Extractive Industry Fraud Section in Benue
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Makurdi Zonal Directorate has set up Extractive Industry Fraud Section, EIFS, to combat illegal mining in states under the Directorate.
Peter Obi: Labour party writes Tinubu, alleges plot to silence opposition
The Labour Party has raised alarm over what it describes as threats to democracy and freedom of speech in Nigeria, following alleged remarks targeting its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
Ghana’s John Mahama returns as president, pledges ‘reset’
Ghana’s new president John Mahama secured a huge comeback to the top job eight years after leaving power, tapping into economic frustrations in the gold-producing West African country.
Edo SUBEB boss suspends teacher for wrongly scoring pupil
As primary and secondary schools resumed for a new term, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, Dr Paddy Iyamu, made an early visit to schools to ensure teachers were at their duty posts.
Countries that will issue more work visas for foreign workers in 2025
As the global economy recovers, the demand for skilled labour is growing with many countries changing their immigration policies to attract foreign workers.
