Court orders status quo over Onisemo stool dispute
By Henry Ojelu A Lagos State High Court has ordered all parties to maintain the status quo in the simmering dispute over the proposed installation of a new Onisemo of Lagos, pending further hearing of a suit challenging the selection process. The order followed an ex parte application filed by members of the Onisemo Chieftaincy […]
Libya’s top military chief killed in plane crash in Turkey
Libya’s prime minister said the chief of staff of the country’s army and other military officials were killed in an airplane accident in Turkey on Tuesday after visiting Ankara.
US denies visas to EU ex-commissioner, four others over tech rules
The US State Department said Tuesday it would deny visas to a former EU commissioner and four others for seeking to “coerce” American social media platforms into censoring viewpoints they oppose.
Fubara vows jobs for 50 children of fallen soldiers, donates ₦100m to their families
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called for increased support for families of fallen and retired members of the Armed Forces, stressing that such support is necessary in recognition of their sacrifices for national unity and stability.
US reacts to ambassadorial recall reports, says process routine
The United States has reacted to reports claiming that its Ambassador to Nigeria has been recalled following recent diplomatic exchanges between both countries, saying any change in ambassadorial posting is a normal process and not linked to bilateral tensions.
Lagos deploys over 5,000 police personnel for Christmas, New Year security
The Lagos State Police Command has rolled out robust security measures for the Christmas and New Year celebrations, deploying thousands of officers across the state to prevent crime, ensure free traffic flow and curb the rising incidence of fatal road accidents during the festive period.
Real Madrid’s Endrick joins Lyon on loan
Real Madrid’s out-of-favour Brazilian starlet Endrick has joined Lyon on loan, the Ligue 1 club announced on Tuesday.
Court grants Malami interim bail, adjourns case
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Judicial Division, has granted interim bail to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, in a matter involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Jackson strikes twice as Senegal cruise to AFCON victory
Bayern Munich striker Nicolas Jackson grabbed a brace as Senegal eased to a 3-0 victory over Botswana in the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday.
AFCON: Nigeria off to winning start, edge Tanzania 2-1
Nigeria kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Tanzania at the Stade de Fez, thanks to goals from Semi Ajayi and Ademola Lookman.
Lai Mohammed defends Twitter ban, says platform became ‘reckless’
Former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has defended the Federal Government’s decision to suspend Twitter, now known as X, in Nigeria, insisting the move was necessitated by the platform’s “reckless” conduct and the threat it posed to national security.
