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Inspector-General Orders Delta State Commissioner to Investigate Fraud Allegations Against Human Rights Activist, Harrison Gwamnishu

Posted May 24, 2023 by Steven

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Alkali Baba, has issued a directive to the Delta State Commissioner of Police, instructing a thorough investigation into criminal allegations leveled against Harrison Gwamnishu, a prominent human rights activist based in Delta State. The IGP's letter, dated May 15, 2023, comes in…

Governors Rally Support for Ohanaeze’s Attendance at Tinubu’s Inauguration

Posted May 24, 2023 by Steven

In a bid to foster unity and inclusivity, three prominent governors from the southeastern region of Nigeria have expressed their support for Ohanaeze Ndigbo's decision to attend the upcoming inauguration of President-elect, Senator Bola Tinubu, on May 29, 2023. Governors Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State, Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia…

President Buhari Struggles with Pressure as Term Nears End

Posted May 24, 2023 by Steven

President Muhammadu Buhari, while speaking at a dinner organized by the Armed Forces of Nigeria in Abuja, expressed his difficulty in coping with the pressure of his office as he nears the end of his term. The event was part of the activities leading up to the May 29…

Teargas Incident at Osun Government School Hospitalizes 20 Students; School Forced to Shut Down

Posted May 23, 2023 by Steven

In a distressing turn of events, Fakunle Government Secondary School in Osogbo, Osun State, was the site of a teargas incident that left 20 students hospitalized and the school hastily closed. The unfortunate occurrence took place near the Osogbo city stadium, adjacent to a mobile police station along the…

Presidential Tribunal Consolidates Petitions Against Tinubu, Sets May 30 for Hearing

Posted May 23, 2023 by Steven

The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal has announced the consolidation of various petitions filed against Bola Ahmed Tinubu's victory in the 2023 presidential election. The tribunal, chaired by Justice Haruna Tsammani, disclosed its decision to merge all the petitions into one during the pre-hearing report. Consequently, the hearing of the consolidated…

Herdsmen’s Assault in Benue State Leaves 22 Dead, Including Women and Children

Posted May 23, 2023 by Steven

In a tragic incident that highlights the ongoing security concerns in Benue State, the death toll has risen to 22 following an armed herdsmen's attack on Iyer village in Uvir Council Ward. The assault, which occurred in the Guma local government area, claimed the lives of three children and…

Nigerian Court Adjourns Seun Kuti’s Case as Chief Magistrate Fails to Attend Sitting

Posted May 23, 2023 by Steven

The trial of Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has been adjourned by the Chief Magistrates Court in Yaba, Lagos State. The court sitting was unable to proceed as the presiding magistrate, Adeola Olatubosun, was absent. Seun Kuti has been taken back to the state Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department, Panti,…

Dangote Refinery to Boost Nigeria’s Economy and Generate Foreign Exchange Inflow – Peter Obi

Posted May 23, 2023 by Steven

The inauguration of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, the world's largest single-train petroleum refiner, has sparked optimism regarding its potential to revolutionize Nigeria's economy. Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, expressed his belief that this world-class project will significantly benefit the nation. With a maximum operational capacity of…

Meta Fined €1.2 Billion by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) Over Data Transfer

Posted May 22, 2023 by Steven

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has been slapped with a staggering fine of €1.2 billion (approximately $1.3 billion) by Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) for mishandling users' data during its transfers between Europe and the United States. This unprecedented penalty represents the largest ever issued under…

How Chinese Foreign Loans is Pushing Poor Countries to Economic Collapse

Posted May 22, 2023 by Steven

A dozen impoverished nations are on the brink of economic instability and potential collapse due to the overwhelming burden of foreign loans, many of which are provided by China, the world's largest and least forgiving government lender. An analysis conducted by the Associated Press reveals that countries heavily indebted…

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