Agunechemba: RULAAC commends Soludo’s bold crime-fighting initiative
The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Center (RULAAC), a non-governmental organization, has commended Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, for his decisive efforts to combat crime and insecurity through the newly established Agunechemba security outfit.
Court adjourns IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu’s trial indefinitely
Justice Binta Nyako, gave the order after Kanu and his counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, insisted that the trial judge no longer had jurisdiction to preside over the case following her earlier recusal.
Benue govt urges return of its 10 percent equity stake in defunct BCC Gboko
The Benue Investment and Property Company, BIPC, has demanded the allotment of its 111,438,493 units of shares and 10 percent equity holding in the defunct Benue Cement Company, BCC, now Dangote Cement Company.
Supreme Court reserves judgement on appeals seeking to nullify Rivers LG Poll
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, Abuja The Supreme Court has reserved its judgement on an appeal the All Progressives Congress, APC, filed to nullify the outcome of the local government elections held in Rivers State on October 5, 2024. A five-member panel of the apex court, led by Justice Uwani Abba-Aji, okayed the matter for judgement, after […]
UK’s Starmer urges world leaders to take HIV test
“You can then get access to treatment, and that will also help meet our collective target to end new HIV transmissions by 2030.”
Why Nigeria don’t need more universities – Prof Oloyede, JAMB Registrar
“For example, the University of Ibadan’s quota can be 200 in medicine. But if its facilities are expanded it can take 600 or 800 students”
Rivers: S’Court dismisses Fubara’s appeal against Amaewhule-led lawmakers
He held that Governor Fubara acted like a tyrant when he demolished the Rivers Assembly complex and withheld funds
Ex-minister condemns media trials targeting former South-South governors
A former Minister of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, Chief Nduese Essien, has criticized sensational media trials allegedly orchestrated by self-proclaimed anti-corruption crusaders aimed at extorting former South-South governors.
Group decries foreign shipping company’s attempt to undermine Nigeria’s justice system
The Citizens Whistleblowers Coalition (CWC) has raised concerns over efforts by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) to secure an anti-suit injunction from a London court, which allegedly undermines Nigeria’s civil justice system.
Clintonic Strings introduces Afrochestra, blends Afrobeats with Ace orchestra at Symphonies of Clintonic Strings 6.0
By Yemi Obed As the global conversation around Afrobeats is expanding beyond club-ready production into live instrumentation and large-format performances, Nigerian violinist and music director Clinton Akinkuolie, popularly known as Clintonic Strings has positioned himself at the forefront of a new sonic movement he calls Afrochestra. Conceived in 2024 and fully unveiled to the public […]
Sharia panels good for religious harmony in South-West – Prof Oloyede, Council for Islamic Affairs’ scribe
“There have been Sharia Court of Appeal in different parts of the country, particularly in the northern part of Nigeria.”
Majority of Conservative voters doubt Kemi Badenoch’s suitability as UK PM – Poll
The poll found that while 48 per cent of those who voted Conservative in the last general election see Badenoch as a potential prime minister, only 26 per cent believe she would perform well in the role.
Meet Ofodile Anulika, woman who designed Nigeria’s first indigenous military-grade unmanned aerial vehicle
Nigeria has made remarkable strides in military technology, and at the forefront of this innovation is Lieutenant Nkemdilim Anulika Ofodile.
Trump takes aim at Swift after Super Bowl boos
Donald Trump mocked pop star Taylor Swift after the singer was booed Sunday at the Super Bowl during the Kansas City Chiefs defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles. Trump — who became the first sitting US President to attend the Super Bowl in Sunday’s showpiece in New Orleans — left the game shortly after half-time. However […]
Expert gives insights on solving Nigeria’s energy access crisis
Despite years of strategic planning and investments in Nigeria’s power sector, millions of Nigerians—especially those in rural and underserved regions—still live without reliable electricity
Political rivalries are not real, they’re just for entertainment, says Fayemi
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has dismissed the belief that political fights among politicians are genuine, stating that they are merely meant to entertain Nigerians.
