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ECOWAS Court Dismisses Nigeria’s Objections, Set to Hear Human Rights Case of Death Row Inmate Ogueri

Posted November 8, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The ECOWAS Court has rejected Nigeria's preliminary objections concerning its jurisdiction over a human rights violation case involving Ogueri, a 72-year-old Nigerian who has spent nearly 30 years on death row. In the ruling delivered by Justice Edward Asante in Abuja, the court dismissed all of Nigeria's arguments challenging its…

Northern Youths Urge National Assembly to Halt Tax Reform Bill, Advocate for Youth-Centric Legislation

Posted November 7, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Northern Youths Assembly has issued a warning to the National Assembly, urging them not to pass the Tax Reforms Bill submitted by the executive. In an open letter, signed by the group’s President, Dr. Ali Mohammed, and Secretary-General, Dr. Garba Abduljafiz, the group highlighted its concerns that passing the…

BREAKING: Enugu security operatives neutralize four gunmen, recover arms from ESN

Posted November 6, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

No fewer than four unknown gunmen suspected to be members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed militia, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), have been neutralized by a crack team of security operatives in Enugu State. The security squad, comprising the Nigerian Army, the Police,…

BREAKING: Donald Trump Claims Stunning Comeback Victory Over Kamala Harris in U.S. Presidential Race

Posted November 6, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

Donald Trump declared a “magnificent” victory over Kamala Harris in the presidential race, positioning himself for one of the most unexpected comebacks in U.S. political history. Speaking to enthusiastic supporters at his Florida campaign headquarters, the 78-year-old former president celebrated his win, which at that point had only been confirmed…

Federal Government Drops Treason Charges Against Minors from #EndBadGovernance Protests After Public Outcry

Posted November 5, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Federal Government has officially withdrawn treason charges against minors involved in the recent #EndBadGovernance protests held nationwide. This decision was confirmed by the office of the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, who assumed control of the case file. On Tuesday, the…

Elumelu: How Collaboration with NNPCL and NUPRC Boosted Oil Production at Our $1.2bn Asset

Posted October 29, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, announced a significant increase in production at OML 17 to 51,000 barrels per day (bpd) thanks to cooperation with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL) and the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). The businessman and investor called for strategic investment in Nigeria’s gas…

Akwa Ibom Assembly Voices Disappointment Over Delayed Funding for Hospitals

Posted October 25, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly Committee on Health has expressed concern over the lack of budgetary allocations for hospitals in the state. During a recent visit to several secondary health facilities, committee chairman Moses Essien, who represents the Ibiono Ibom constituency for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), voiced…

Starlink Might Leave Nigeria After 21 Months, Citing Reasons for Departure

Posted October 25, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, has indicated it may withdraw from Nigeria if the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) does not approve its recent increase in subscription prices. On October 1, Starlink announced a staggering 97.36% hike for its Nigerian residential users, raising the monthly fee from N38,000 to N75,000.…

The ongoing grid failures are a source of shame for the nation, according to Nigerians.

Posted October 15, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The ongoing grid failures are a source of shame for the nation The ongoing grid failures are a source of shame for the nation: Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are fed up with the frequent national grid collapses, calling it a national embarrassment. The latest collapse occurred on…

CBN Reassures Public About Financial System Stability and Fund Security

Posted October 9, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

CBN Reassures Public About Financial System Stability and Fund Security CBN Reassures Public About Financial System Stability and Fund Security: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reaffirmed its dedication to maintaining the stability of the financial system and ensuring the safety of depositors' funds in a recent statement. This reassurance…