JUSTICE AT LAST; DABIRI-EREWA COMMENDS ACHIMOTA CIRCUIT COURT AS TRAFFICKER NABBED AND JAILED 10 YEARS

Abuja: November 1, 2025 Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa has applauded the Ghana Achimota Circuit Court presided over by Her Honour Mrs Akosua Anokyewaa Adjepong for sentencing a Nigerian human trafficking ring leader, Chukwudi Nwachukwu to 10 years in prison with hard labour after months of painstaking investigations and surveillance. It could be recalled that early this … Continue reading “JUSTICE AT LAST; DABIRI-EREWA COMMENDS ACHIMOTA CIRCUIT COURT AS TRAFFICKER NABBED AND JAILED 10 YEARS”

Oyo Govt Unveils Vision for People-Centred, Tech-Driven Smart Cities

Oyo Govt Charts Path to People-Centered, Tech-Driven Smart Cities The Oyo State Government through the Oyo State New Towns and Cities Development Authority (OYNTCDA), has pledged to build people-centred smart cities driven by innovation, technology, and inclusiveness. The Executive Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on the Oyo State New Towns and Cities Development Authority (OYNTCDA), … Continue reading “Oyo Govt Unveils Vision for People-Centred, Tech-Driven Smart Cities”

Official Family Statement Confirms the Passing of Nigeria’s Live Band Legend, Akiin Shuga

It is with profound solemnity and total submission to the will of God, that the family of Akinloye Tofowomo (Akiin Shuga) — revered music icon, Grandmaster, and Managing Director of Shuga Limb Foundation and Shuga Entertainment, Nigeria’s most prestigious live band — announces his passing in New Brunswick, Canada. Akinloye Tofowomo was more than a … Continue reading “Official Family Statement Confirms the Passing of Nigeria’s Live Band Legend, Akiin Shuga”

NDDC DEMANDS RETRACTION, APOLOGY FROM PUNCH

The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has demanded a retraction and apology from the Punch and Daily Times newspapers over an alleged coup rumour against the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Commission’s Legal Counsel, ADEDIPE AND ADEDIPE Legal Practitioners, in a strongly worded letter signed by Chief Ayodeji Adedipe, SAN, demanded that The Punch, the … Continue reading “NDDC DEMANDS RETRACTION, APOLOGY FROM PUNCH”

Tomi Salami’s Aurora Foundation, LASEPA Join Forces to Inspire Environmental Action in Lagos

For a cleaner, greener Lagos, over 1,500 students from public secondary schools have been penciled to attend the 2nd edition of the Catch Them Young Environmental Awareness Convention, which will hold on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Organised by Aurora International Charity Foundation (AICF), in partnership with Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), the one-day knowledge-sharing, … Continue reading “Tomi Salami’s Aurora Foundation, LASEPA Join Forces to Inspire Environmental Action in Lagos”

President Tinubu To Meet Trump Over Allegations Of Christian Genocide In Nigeria, Presidency Says

President Bola Tinubu will meet with his United States counterpart, Donald Trump, in the coming days to discuss allegations of a Christian genocide in Nigeria, the Presidency has said. Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, confirmed the planned meeting on Friday, noting that both leaders share a commitment to combating insurgency […]

“Stop Dividing Us”— Supreme Council For Sharia Faults Trump Administration’s Religious Persecution Claim

The Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria, Kaduna State chapter, has criticised the United States government over its recent designation of Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” on alleged persecution of Christians, describing the move as biased and unbalanced. The US, under the Donald Trump administration, recently classified Nigeria among countries accused of failing […]

“Tradition Meets Inclusion” — England And Wales Bar Eases 350-Year Wig Rule In Criminal Courts For Comfort And Cultural Sensitivity

As Bar Council Approves Wig-Free Court Appearance for Barristers with Afros, Dreadlocks, And Health Needs Barristers in England and Wales can now forgo their iconic curly horsehair wigs in criminal courts if the headpieces prove “uncomfortable or impractical,” marking the latest evolution in a sartorial custom dating back nearly 350 years. The updated guidelines, quietly […]

“Nigeria Needs Leadership, Not Bombs” — Sowore Rejects Trump’s Call for Military Intervention Over Christian Killings

*Says Only Good Governance Can Save Nigeria Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has cautioned Nigerians against welcoming US President Donald Trump’s recent threat of military intervention in Nigeria, describing it as “perilous” and urging the country to focus on internal reforms instead of relying on foreign powers. Sowore was reacting to […]

SERAP Sues Akpabio, Abbas Over ‘Failure To Probe Alleged ₦3m Bribe-For-Bills Scandal’ In National Assembly

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Senate President, Mr Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of House of Representatives, Mr Tajudeen Abbas over “the failure to probe the allegations that lawmakers pay up to ₦3 million to sponsor or present bills, motions, and petitions at the National Assembly.” Mr Akpabio and […]