May 20, 2024
Tinubu’s 1 year anniversary begins May 22 – Committee
The Media and Publicity Sub-Committee of the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on President Bola Tinubu’s First Anniversary has released the first phase of the activities lined up to mark the event. Mr Segun Imohiosen, Director, Information and Public Relations, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, made this known in a statement on […]
NLC, TUC give Tinubu May 31 deadline to conclude on new minimum wage, reverse electricity tariff or face massive protest
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have given President Bola Tinubu-led administration until May 31, 2024, to conclude on a new minimum wage for civil servants. On Monday, after a joint National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja, both labour unions issued the ultimatum in a resolution jointly […]
PHOTOS: Police commence 24-hour patrol on Third Mainland Bridge
The Commander of the Lagos State Police Command’s Rapid Response Squad, Olayinka Egbeyemi, has directed the squad’s motorcycle riders to begin a 24-hour patrol on the Third Mainland Bridge. The RRS stated this in a post via its X on Monday, May 20, stating that the initiative aims to safeguard the bridge’s infrastructure and prevent […]
Nnamdi Kanu Labels FG Lawyer ‘Terrorist’ Following Bail Plea Denial
On Monday, Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), sparked turmoil at the Federal High Court in Abuja when his bail request was denied. Detained on charges of treasonable felony, Kanu had sought bail or a transfer from the Department of State Services (DSS) custody to prison, or alternatively, house arrest. Presiding […]
Court Disqualifies Jacob Zuma From Contesting May 29 Elections
Former South African President Jacob Zuma has been disqualified from running for a seat in Parliament in next week’s national election due to a previous criminal conviction, as ruled by the country’s highest court on Monday. This decision by the Constitutional Court is likely to heighten political tensions ahead of a potentially pivotal vote for […]
386 civilians rescued from Sambisa forest after 10 years
No fewer than 386 people, mostly women and children, have been rescued by the Army in Sambisa forest ten years after their abduction. The acting GOC 7 Division, AGL Haruna, made this known while speaking to newsmen at the outskirts of Sambisa forest in Konduga LGA after welcoming the troops that conducted the 10-day operation. […]
One Dead and Property Damaged in Fire at Bishop Crowther Memorial Seminary School
A fire at Bishop Crowther Memorial Seminary School in Awka, Anambra State, claimed the life of one student and caused significant property damage on Saturday night. The cause of the fire, which broke out around 11:30 p.m., remains unknown. The blaze severely damaged the school’s hostel, destroying mattresses and other belongings. The victim, a student, […]
Ajibola Afonja, Former Minister of Labour and Chairman of First Bank Nigeria, Passes Away at 82
Ajibola Afonja, a respected figure in Oyo and Nigeria’s business circles, breathed his last on Sunday night at the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State, as confirmed by a family source. Originally from Oyo, Prince Afonja held pivotal roles as Chairman of the Board of Directors of First Bank Plc and served as Minister […]
Spain Demands Public Apology from Argentina’s President Amid Diplomatic Strain
Spain is demanding a formal apology from Argentina’s President, Javier Milei, following his disparaging remarks about Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s wife, amidst a growing diplomatic dispute between the two nations. In response to Milei’s comments, the Spanish government has recalled its ambassador to Buenos Aires and plans to summon the Argentine ambassador for discussions. […]
Nnamdi Kanu Awaits Ruling on Bail Restoration and Custody Change
Today, at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Biafra nation agitators, awaits a crucial ruling on his plea for the restoration of revoked bail and a shift from Department of State Services (DSS) custody. Justice Binta Fatimat Nyako is set to deliver the ruling following arguments from Kanu’s legal team […]