Written by Lagos elected officers In the past few weeks, death has snatched four female elected officers in Lagos. They were different circumstances surrounding their death. Just 57 days ago, on the 27th July, 2025, newly elected Council Chairmen, Vice Chairmen and Councillors were inaugurated across Lagos State. Shockingly, within this short period, four of them — … Continue reading “Governor Sanwo Olu Must Investigate Death of four female elected Councillors in Lagos in 8 Weeks sparks controversy”
Chad’s government has struck a peace deal with an armed group in the north of the country, ending years of conflict over gold deposits in the region, a mediator said on social media. It sees “the definitive return of peace in (the town of) Miski and the entire province of Tibesti”, Ibrahim Edji Mahamat, who … Continue reading “Chad Signs Peace Deal With ‘Last’ Gold Region Militia”
Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera conceded defeat Wednesday in last week’s election, saying in an address to the nation that it was clear his rival Peter Mutharika had an “insurmountable lead”. “A few minutes ago, I called Professor Mutharika to wish him well,” Chakwera said just hours before the election authority was due to announce the final results … Continue reading “Malawi President Chakwera Concedes Election Defeat”
Jannik Sinner said Wednesday he has been making changes to his game and “reflecting a lot” ahead of his first appearance since losing the US Open final to Carlos Alcaraz. The Italian failed to defend his title in New York this month after Alcaraz emphatically overpowered him in four sets and snatched back the world … Continue reading “‘We Are Changing A Lot,’ Says Sinner After US Open Loss To Alcaraz”
South Korea opened a criminal trial Wednesday for the wife of impeached former president Yoon Suk Yeol, marking the first time an ex-first lady has faced trial, after her husband was removed from office over a martial law bid. Kim Keon Hee was arrested in August on a range of charges, including stock manipulation … Continue reading “South Korea’s Ex-First Lady Goes On Trial In Corruption Case”
A Special Court-Martial of the Nigerian Army in Maiduguri, Borno State, has sentenced three soldiers to life imprisonment and a fourth to 15 years for illegally selling arms in collaboration with police officers and terrorist groups. The trial was presided over by Brigadier General Ugochukwu Unachukwu, the Acting General Officer Commanding 7 Division and … Continue reading “Three Soldiers Receive Life Sentences For Selling Arms To Terrorists”
Hugo Ekitike has apologised to Liverpool fans after he was sent off for removing his shirt following his late League Cup winner against Southampton — a celebration labelled “stupid” by manager Arne Slot. The 23-year-old new signing slid home Federico Chiesa’s pass five minutes from time to seal a 2-1 win over second-tier Southampton as … Continue reading “Ekitike Apologises To Liverpool Fans After ‘Stupid’ Red Card”
The Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) has urged the Dangote Refinery to adopt an open-door supply policy and provide marketers with fair access to petroleum products at reasonable prices. Speaking on Channels Television’s breakfast programme, The Morning Brief on Wednesday, DAPPMAN spokesperson Ikem Ohia argued that partnership with the Refinery … Continue reading “All We Ask For Is Partnership With Dangote — DAPPMAN”
Members of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association (PENGASSAN) and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) have opposed an alleged plan by the Federal Government to sell off some of its stakes in the Joint Ventures with international oil companies operating in the country. The controversy follows President … Continue reading “Labour Unions Reject FG’s Plan To Allegedly Sell Stakes In JVs”
Vice President Kashim Shettima will on Wednesday deliver Nigeria’s national statement at the ongoing 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on behalf of President Bola Tinubu. The address, according to a statement by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications (Office of the Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha, is … Continue reading “UNGA 80: Shettima To Deliver Tinubu’s National Statement Wednesday”