In a tale of prolonged legal limbo, an inmate in Kano, who has been awaiting the amputation of his left leg and right hand for 18 years, may find reprieve as the Grand Khadi of Kano State, Dr Tijjani Ibrahim-Yakasai, intervenes in the case. The unnamed convict faced the severe sentence after being declared guilty…
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has issued a stern caution to politicians who faced defeat in Election Petition Tribunals, advising them against tarnishing the reputation of the nation’s judiciary. In a recent statement to the press during a prayer event in his Ijagbo country home…
Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, conveyed heartfelt congratulations to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on the occasion of his 77th birthday. Using his X account, Obi expressed admiration for Atiku, referring to him as a “Dear Respected Elder Brother and Leader” whose positive contributions have significantly impacted Nigeria’s economic landscape. Obi’s congratulatory message conveyed…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reported a significant victory against Boko Haram insurgents, announcing the elimination of a key terrorist leader, Abu Asad, and several others in air strikes on their hideout at Tagoshe in the Mandara Mountains, Borno. Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, the Director of Public Relations and Information of NAF, stated that…
In a harrowing incident on Friday, terrorists operating in Zamfara State’s Maru Local Government Area abducted more than 100 residents in a series of coordinated attacks on several villages. The motive behind the attacks is reported to be the villagers’ failure to pay a protection levy of N110 million demanded by the terrorists. Believed to…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has emphasized the crucial role of a robust collaboration between the public and private sectors in driving research and development (R&D) in Nigeria. Akume highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s relentless efforts to attract global investors, asserting that these endeavors are yielding positive results for the…
The Council of Legal Education (CLE) has imposed a five-year moratorium on law admissions at Baze University in Abuja due to consistent violations of approved quotas. Founded by Yusuf Datti-Ahmed, the vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, the university is facing repercussions for admitting over 750 law students since 2017, surpassing the allotted 50 students…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has restated its unwavering commitment to achieving monetary and price stability in the nation’s economy. Governor Olayemi Cardoso, delivering the keynote address at the 58th Annual Bankers Dinner in Lagos, emphasized that the bank’s policies are strategically designed to ensure a stable exchange rate, control inflation, and foster a…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has highlighted the urgent need for increased funding and resources to address challenges faced by the Nigeria Police Force. Speaking before the House of Representatives, the IGP emphasized that each of the 1,537 divisional police headquarters across the country requires a minimum of four patrol vehicles. Identifying…
Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has extended a significant gesture towards education by awarding a four-year full scholarship to 100 students at Muhammad Kamalud-Deen University in Ilorin, Kwara State. The announcement was made during the official commissioning of the private university owned by the Ansar-ul-Islam Society of Nigeria. In a statement by his…