West Midlands Open University (WMOU), a newly established online university, has been authorized by the Federal Government to offer degree programs in Nigeria, according to an official statement. The university has obtained licensing and formal approval from the National University … Continue reading FG grants approval to West Midlands Open University for online degree programs
Dr. Ramon Adedoyin, a well-known hotel owner, has been found guilty of the murder of Timothy Adegoke, a former Master’s student of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, by an Osun State High Court. Adegoke was discovered dead in November 2021 at … Continue reading Adegoke’s murder: Dr. Adedoyin and workers sentenced to death, hotel forfeited
The Edo state government has issued a warning, stating that any fuel station discovered hoarding petrol will have its land ownership revoked. The country witnessed fuel scarcity in various regions on Monday, May 29, shortly after President Bola Tinubu declared … Continue reading Edo state government threatens land revocation for fuel stations engaging in petrol hoarding
The money laundering trial involving Ali Bello, the nephew of Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello, and three others faced a delay at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday due to the absence of the defendants’ lead counsel, Ahmed Raji, … Continue reading Lead counsel’s absence delays trial of Kogi governor’s nephew in N3 billion fraud case
Labour Party candidate presents evidence in election petition against President Tinubu. The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) admitted documents submitted by Peter Obi, the Labour Party candidate, to support his petition challenging President Tinubu’s victory in the 2023 presidential election. … Continue reading Labour party candidate submits evidence in court against President Tinubu in election petition case
Seun Kuti has expressed his disappointment with comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, over his justification for not rejecting a national honour bestowed upon him. The announcement of the national honours list by former President Muhammadu Buhari’s Ministry of … Continue reading Seun Kuti criticizes AY for accepting national award
Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham has penned a letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, explaining her endorsement of his candidacy. In the open letter shared on her official Twitter account, she urged President Tinubu to learn from the mistakes of past … Continue reading Toyin Abraham urges President Tinubu to learn from past mistakes in an open letter
A Moscow court has denied the release of theatre director Yevgeniya Berkovich and playwright Svetlana Petriychuk, who were detained for their award-winning play “Finist, the Brave Falcon.” The play revolves around the story of Russian women recruited online to marry … Continue reading Moscow court rejects release of theatre director and playwright detained over controversial play
Despite recent commitments to a ceasefire aimed at facilitating much-needed aid to trapped civilians, fighting has once again intensified in Sudan. The United States and Saudi mediators announced a five-day extension to the humanitarian truce, which has frequently been violated. … Continue reading Truce extension in Sudan leads to renewed fighting and limited humanitarian aid
According to a statement released by Linkage Assurance Plc, the company experienced a 16% increase in its gross written premium, reaching N12.98 billion in the 2022 financial year. This achievement is notable considering the challenging operating environment during that period. … Continue reading Linkage Assurance Plc reports 16% growth in gross written premium
The Osun State Government issued a warning on Tuesday, stating that it would take action to seal off filling stations in the state that are found to be hoarding petrol. The statement, signed by the governor’s spokesman, Olawale Rasheed, emphasized … Continue reading Osun state government threatens to seal off fuel stations engaging in petrol hoarding
The Edo State chapter of the Labour Party has expressed confidence in securing a significant number of local government areas in the upcoming local government elections. The party has also called on the Edo State Electoral Commission to ensure a … Continue reading Labour party in Edo state confident of winning local government elections
Adeleke Abiodun, a 40-year-old resident of Barnawa in Kaduna State, was presented before a Kaduna Magistrate Court on Tuesday on charges related to an alleged N2.5 million visa procurement scam. Abiodun faced accusations of criminal breach of trust and cheating. … Continue reading Man arraigned in Kaduna court for alleged N2.5 million visa procurement scam
A former soldier named Mohammed Dagana was brought before the Badagry Magistrate Court in Lagos State on Tuesday, facing charges of impersonating a military officer. The 31-year-old defendant, whose address was not disclosed, pleaded not guilty to the accusation of … Continue reading Former soldier faces impersonation charges in court
The House of Representatives has granted approval for the reimbursement of over N16 billion to the Borno State Government by the Federal Government. The reimbursement will be made through the issuance of promissory notes and bonds. The decision was reached … Continue reading House of rep approves N16.8 billion refund to Borno state
The Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) has called upon President Bola Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who is currently held by the Department of … Continue reading MASSOB appeals to Tinubu for the release of Nnamdi Kanu
The House of Representatives has given its approval for a significant financial adjustment regarding the National Assembly e-Library and Dashboard. In the Appropriation Act for the fiscal year 2022/2023, a sum of N255 million was allocated for the National Assembly … Continue reading House of rep approves N373m take off grant for NASS library trust fund
Recent data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reveals that the Federal Government borrowed a total of N6.07tn from the CBN through Ways and Means Advances in 2022. This resulted in an increase in the Federal Government’s borrowing from … Continue reading FG 2022 borrowing from CBN reaches N6 trillion – CBN
In a statement released shortly after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s inauguration, the South-West Professional Youths Network has appealed to him to retain certain “outstanding” appointees from the previous administration of Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.). The group, led by Comrade … Continue reading Group urges Tinubu to retain ‘outstanding’ appointees of Buhari
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has advised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to focus on important matters rather than getting involved in trivial issues as he assumes his new role. Akeredolu emphasized that paying attention to frivolities could distract Tinubu’s administration … Continue reading Akeredolu urges Tinubu to prioritize important matters over frivolities
A US doctor who performed an abortion on a 10-year-old girl has been fined and reprimanded by the Indiana Medical Licensing Board for violating patient privacy. Dr. Caitlin Bernard spoke to the media about the case, drawing attention to the … Continue reading US doctor fined for discussing 10 year old’s abortion case with media
Authorities in the United States and Mexico are urging the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare a public health emergency following a fungal outbreak associated with cosmetic procedures in Mexico. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported two … Continue reading US and Mexico raise concerns about fungal outbreak linked to cosmetic surgeries
Chelsea Football Club has officially announced the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as their permanent head coach. Pochettino has signed an initial two-year contract with an option for an additional year, demonstrating the club’s confidence in his abilities. The Argentinian coach … Continue reading Mauricio Pochettino confirmed as Chelsea’s new head coach
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has approved some of the world’s strictest laws targeting the LGBTQ community. The legislation includes provisions such as the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality,” which encompasses acts involving minors, HIV-positive individuals, and incest. The bill also … Continue reading Uganda’s president, Museveni, signs controversial anti-LGBTQ laws
During his inauguration on Monday in Abuja, Nigeria’s newly elected President Bola Tinubu expressed his intention to extend respect towards his opponents in the February 25 election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and Mr. Peter Obi. Tinubu emphasized that his victory does … Continue reading Nigeria’s President Tinubu vows respect for election opponents Abubakar and Obi
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