The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) President, Mr. Yakuba Chonoko Maikyau, on Monday disclosed it is collaborating with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in the fight against corruption through sensitization of its members to deal with the menace of money laundering and terrorism financing in Nigeria. This was confirmed in a…
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has issued a strong condemnation following reports of the recent kidnappings of journalists along with their family members, labelling the acts as heinous and unacceptable. The NEF expressed deep concern over the increasing incidents of kidnappings targeting members of the media, emphasizing the urgent need for decisive action to ensure…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, opposed the application of a former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, for the release of his passport to enable him to make an overseas medical trip. Defence counsel, Labi-Lawal had filed an affidavit seeking the release of Emefiele’s passport to enable…
An unidentified man made a bold statement on Monday by climbing a mast on Katampe Hill in Abuja, declaring his willingness to sacrifice his life for the betterment of Nigerians. Leaving a poignant suicide note at the mast’s base, he demanded urgent government intervention to address the challenges facing the nation. In the note, he…
The Enugu State Police Command has dispelled rumors of organ harvesting at a hotel in the state, clarifying that the incident was actually a case of extortion and fraud. A viral video, had on Sunday surfaced on X Space showing two women allegedly rescued from a hotel room where they were tied up and threatened…
“I have accepted to continue the service to the great members and the great minds that are committed to democratic values and our journey in the region. I will continue to serve our interests and build on democratic values and the structure that we inherited. Thank you very much.” President Bola Tinubu has said as…
In the heart of Zamfara State, Nigeria, a silent crisis is unfolding, hidden from the world’s gaze but devastating in its impact. Here, amidst the arid landscapes and dusty villages, the spectre of malnutrition looms large, threatening the lives of innocent children like 9-month-old Khadija whose future hangs in the balance due to lack of…
The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Universities (SSANU) have announced their intention to hold a nationwide protest in response to the withholding of four months’ salaries and other unresolved issues affecting their members in universities and inter-university centers. In a joint circular released by NASU’s…
In a recent discussion hosted by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Prof. Rosemary Ogu, the National President of the Medical Women Association of Nigeria, issued a stark warning to expectant mothers about the dangers of using illicit drugs during pregnancy. Prof. Ogu emphasised that such actions can have severe consequences on the health…
The national electricity grid has experienced another system failure, leading to darkness enveloping the entire country. The present power outage will be the fourth time in 2024 the country will experience the nationwide total blackout. While confirming the blackout in a statement on Saturday, the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) said the power outage being…
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