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UK Opens Africa’s Largest Visa Application Centre in Lagos to Streamline Nigerian Travel Processes

Posted November 28, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The United Kingdom has inaugurated its largest visa application centre in Africa, located in Ikeja, Lagos State. Managed by VFS Global, the centre aims to simplify and improve the visa application process for Nigerians traveling to the UK, according to a statement from the British High Commission in Lagos. This…

Otti’s Reforms Are Transforming Abia State

Governor Otti Bans Fireworks in Abia for Festive Season, Orders Strict Enforcement

Posted November 28, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has imposed a ban on the use of fireworks, including knockouts, bangers, and other explosive devices, throughout the state during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. This prohibition applies to both urban and rural areas and is aimed at protecting lives and property during…

Federal Government Raises Alarm Over 20 Million Out-of-School Children, Calls for Urgent Educational Reforms

Posted November 28, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Federal Government has expressed deep concern over the alarming number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, now estimated at 20 million. This troubling statistic poses significant risks to the country’s future development. Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, highlighted this pressing issue during the Education Sector Stakeholders’ Consultative Dialogue in…

Senate Plenary Erupts Over Tax Reform Bill Debate, Highlights Deep Divisions

Posted November 27, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

Wednesday’s Senate plenary descended into chaos over the contentious Tax Reform Bill, which was introduced for discussion despite not being listed on the day’s agenda. Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau of the APC, Kano North, presided over the session, which became heated after Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, APC, Ekiti Central,…

Federal Government Highlights Labour Movements’ Role in Achieving Decent Work and Industrial Harmony

Posted November 27, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Federal Government has emphasized the critical role of labor movements in achieving the goals of decent work and harmonious industrial relations in Nigeria. This was stated by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Alhaji Muhammadu Dingyadi, during the 7th Registrar of Trade Unions national workshop held in Abuja. The…

Supreme Court Affirms Sly Ezeokenwa as APGA Chairman, Dismisses Njoku’s Claim

Posted November 27, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Supreme Court has confirmed Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa as the legitimate chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), resolving the party’s leadership dispute. In two unanimous rulings on Wednesday, a five-member panel dismissed Edozie Njoku's claim to the chairmanship. The court clarified that its earlier judgment in case SC/CV/687/2021,…

Breaking: EFCC Opposes Bail for Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello in N110 Billion Fraud Case

Posted November 27, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Maitama to reject the bail application of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. The EFCC, represented by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Kemi Pinheiro, argued that Bello has a history of avoiding…

Australian Police Officer Found Guilty of Manslaughter in Tasering Death of 95-Year-Old Clare Nowland

Posted November 27, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

A 34-year-old Australian police officer, Kristian White, has been found guilty of manslaughter following the Tasering of Clare Nowland, a 95-year-old woman with dementia symptoms, in a care home. The incident, which occurred on May 17, 2023, sparked widespread public outrage. Mrs. Nowland, who used a walker and weighed less…

Trump’s Tariff Threats Spark Outrage from China and Mexico, Global Markets React

Posted November 27, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

President-elect Donald Trump has stirred strong reactions from China and Mexico after threatening to launch a trade war with the United States' top economic partners upon taking office on January 20, 2025. Trump’s provocative social media posts on Monday outlined plans to impose hefty tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada,…

Abia Assembly Passes Ministry of Finance (Incorporated) Bill, Addresses Adverse Drug Reaction Crisis

Posted November 27, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Abia State House of Assembly on Tuesday passed the Abia State Ministry of Finance (Incorporated) Bill, 2024 (H.A.B 27) into law. Sponsored by the Majority Leader, Hon. Okoro Uchenna Kalu, the legislation seeks to establish the Abia State Ministry of Finance (Incorporated) and address related matters. The bill underwent…

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