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The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Monday accepted a compact disc containing video recordings of statements made by defendants facing trial over alleged killings in Benue State. The prosecution counsel, Mariam Okorie, presented the disc before the court, noting that all defendants had already been served with the material. With no objection from […]
The United States has resumed operations at its embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, ending a seven-year closure and marking a renewed phase in diplomatic relations between both countries. In a statement released on Monday, the US State Department described the reopening as the beginning of a new chapter in its diplomatic presence. It noted that restoring […]
The newly appointed Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2 Command, AIG Olundare Moshood Jimoh, officially assumed duty on Monday, declaring a firm stance against corruption, human rights violations and unprofessional behaviour within the force. Zone 2 Command oversees police operations in Lagos and Ogun states. Speaking during his inaugural address, Jimoh stressed […]
The National Assembly is set to organise a special summit focused on budget reforms. Lawmakers want to improve how the country prepares, approves, and spends public money. This move aims to fix long-standing problems in the budgeting process and make government spending more effective for ordinary Nigerians. The planned summit will bring together experts, government […]
Canada has announced an increase in fees for permanent residence and citizenship applications. The new charges will take effect from April this year and will affect Nigerians along with applicants from many other countries. This move is part of efforts by the Canadian government to adjust its immigration processes and cover rising administrative costs. The […]
A 14 year old boy was arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos while trying to hide on a plane. The young boy was discovered before the aircraft could take off. Security officers quickly took him into custody and began questioning him about his plans and how he got access to the restricted […]
A former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Senator Patricia Akinjide, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The news of her resignation came as a surprise to many political observers. She had been a long-time member of the party and held several important positions in the past. Senator Akinjide served as Minister of […]
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for justice in the case of a woman from Ebonyi State who was brutally killed. The victim was murdered after she demanded her fair share of her late father’s property. Her family members allegedly opposed her claim simply because she was a woman. The woman lived in […]
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has made it clear that there will be no increase in the monthly stipend for students. The allowance remains fixed at N20,000 per month. This announcement comes after rumours and expectations of a possible raise in the support given to students benefiting from the loan scheme. NELFUND officials explained […]
By Momodu Favour The Nigerian Navy has announced the killing of two suspected improvised explosive device (IED) specialists linked to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), during a clearance operation in Imo State. The operation, carried out by the Naval Base Oguta Tactical Patrol Squadron, took […]
