< 1 mn read Iwao Hakamada, the world’s longest-serving death row prisoner, expressed his gratitude to supporters for helping him achieve “complete victory” after a Japanese court overturned his decades-old murder conviction last week. Hakamada, now 88 years old, was declared innocent of the quadruple murder he was accused of, having spent 46 years on death row. “Finally I […]

< 1 mn read Bola Tinubu emphasized his administration’s commitment to preserving the sanctity of the judiciary during the swearing-in ceremony of Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun as the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday. Justice Kekere-Ekun, who becomes the second female CJN in Nigeria’s history, was sworn in following her […]

< 1 mn read A fire erupted at the Kwara State High Court Complex in Ilorin on Sunday night, damaging part of Courtroom No. 10. The blaze, which began around 8:02 PM, was attributed to a power surge, according to the State Fire Service. Thanks to the swift action of firefighters, the fire was contained, preventing further damage to […]

2 mn read Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has reaffirmed the country’s interest in joining BRICS, an influential economic bloc that includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Tuggar made this announcement during an appearance on Channels Television’s political program, Politics Today, on Sunday. In August 2023, Vice President Kashim Shettima represented President Bola Tinubu […]

< 1 mn read The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has, on Monday, restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from releasing the voters’ register to the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) for the Local Government Elections scheduled to take place in the state on October 5. In a judgment delivered by Justice Peter Lifu, the court […]

< 1 mn read The civic reception hosted by the Rivers Ijaw Peoples’ Congress (RIPCO) in honor of former Rivers State Governor and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has ignited significant backlash from various Ijaw groups. The chiefs and elders of Amadi-Ama Community have recently joined the chorus of disapproval, distancing themselves from the actions of RIPCO. In a joint […]

< 1 mn read The appointment of Chief Joseph Tegbe as the Director-General of the Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership has been hailed as a monumental blessing for the nation’s developmental efforts. Mr. Kolawole Amusat-Gbenla, Executive Director of the Centre for Disaster Risk and Crisis Reduction, expressed this sentiment in a statement issued in Ibadan on Monday. […]

< 1 mn read Hezbollah has vowed to keep fighting Israel and is prepared to confront any ground operation following the death of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an air strike. In a televised address, Deputy Chief Naim Qassem announced that a new leader would be appointed “at the earliest opportunity.” He stated that the group is ready for […]

< 1 mn read Concerned Citizens of Zamfara State have firmly rejected reports claiming that Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, has been taken to court over alleged banditry. These reports, which suggested that a Federal High Court in Abuja had approved a case against Matawalle filed by human rights activist Abubakar Dahiru, have been […]

< 1 mn read The Pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has committed to mobilizing and collaborating with Nigerians to combat the practices of unitarianism in the nation’s political landscape. This declaration follows their monthly meeting held at Isanya Ogbo, Ogun State, at the residence of their leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo. In a communique issued after the meeting, Afenifere’s Deputy Leader, […]

2 mn read Despite appeals from the Federal Government and various stakeholders for calm, organizers of the October 1 protests against hardship in Nigeria remain committed to proceeding with their planned demonstrations. Mr. Deji Adeyanju, a lawyer representing the detained protesters from the August 1 demonstrations, stated that this new round of protests is necessary due to the […]

2 mn read Nigeria is projected to experience a shortage of approximately 96,000 seafarers in its maritime sector by 2026 unless urgent corrective measures are implemented to address the identified manpower imbalance. This warning was issued by maritime expert Capt. Konni Duniya during the 2024 Lecture Series at the Maritime Academy of Nigeria in Oron, Akwa-Ibom State. The […]

2 mn read The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, has urged the newly inaugurated students of Junior Course 20 to fully engage in their training to enhance their contributions toward safeguarding national borders and maintaining the integrity of Nigeria’s economy. Speaking at the Command and Staff College in Gwagwalada, Abuja, Adeniyi emphasized the […]

2 mn read Cement producers in Nigeria continue to enjoy financial success, even amidst a challenging operating environment and declining consumer purchasing power. Recent operational results from leading companies in the sector reveal an increase in sales volume, sales revenue, and profits. Investment analysts report sustained bullish positions on cement stocks, along with optimistic forecasts for the 2024 […]