Written by The Christian Association of Nigeria on Wednesday said many Christian communities have suffered attacks, resulting in several loss of lives. In a statement, CAN President, Daniel Okoh, called on security agencies to urgently arrest the spate of killings and attacks in the country. “These realities are painful reminders of the urgent need for government … Continue reading “Alleged Genocide: Many Christian Communities Have Suffered Attacks, Loss Of Lives — CAN”
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that Christians were being killed in Nigeria. United States Senator Ted Cruz had accused Nigeria’s government of enabling a “massacre” against Christians, citing a rising number of attacks against the community in the country’s troubled centre. Cruz said he had introduced a bill, the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability … Continue reading “FG Debunks ‘False’ Claims Of Genocide Against Christians”
The Special Offences Division of the Lagos High Court in Ikeja has fixed Thursday October 9, to deliver a ruling on the admissibility of some critical digital evidence presented by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the ongoing trial of the immediate-past governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. … Continue reading “Judge To Rule On Admissibility Of Digital Evidence In Emefiele’s Trial”
The World Bank on Wednesday said despite the economic reforms of the Federal Government, 139 million Nigerians still live in poverty. The World Bank’s Country Director for Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, stated this at the launch of the Nigeria Development Update (NDU) report in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Verghis commended the government for taking some … Continue reading “139 Million Nigerians Living In Poverty Despite Reforms — World Bank”
Former Abia State Governor, Orji Kalu, is confident of President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. Kalu, who represents Abia North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, stated this during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. He stated that former President Goodluck Jonathan, Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi cannot trounce … Continue reading “VIDEO: Atiku, Obi, Jonathan Can’t Defeat Tinubu In 2027 — Orji Kalu”
Barcelona will face Villarreal in Miami in a La Liga match on December 20, the Spanish top flight said Wednesday, making it the first European league fixture to be played abroad. Earlier this week, European football governing body UEFA said it opposed the idea of games being played overseas but would permit it on … Continue reading “La Liga Confirms ‘Historic’ Barcelona Match In Miami”
Switzerland on Wednesday extended partial unemployment benefits to limit layoffs by companies hit by rising US tariffs, which have particularly hurt watchmakers and small industrial exporters. The White House imposed 39 per cent tariffs on Swiss goods in August, a much higher rate than that applied to the European Union. In a press release, … Continue reading “Switzerland Extends Partial Unemployment Benefits To Dampen Tariff Shock”
England captain Harry Kane could miss Thursday’s friendly against Wales after the Bayern Munich striker was unable to train on Wednesday. Kane joined up with England despite suffering an ankle issue in Bayern’s win over Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday. Speaking after the Frankfurt game, Kane said: “I am recovering at the moment — I … Continue reading “Harry Kane Doubtful For Wales Clash After Ankle Injury”
A former nun has married a Catholic seminarian after they fell in love while praying together. Lais Dognini, a former nun who later became an influencer, originally met priest Jackson Dognini when he offered to pray for her to help her deal with depression, Brazilian outlet O Globo reported. The couple married in secret in March, but revealed … Continue reading “Former nun marries Catholic seminarian in secret after they fell in love while praying together”
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to two criminal charges at his arraignment on Wednesday, where his legal team immediately announced plans to file several motions aimed at having the case dismissed before it goes to a jury.Comey faces up to five years in prison if convicted on charges of providing false statements … Continue reading “Former FBI Director James Comey pleads not guilty, claims he is a target of U.S. political retribution”