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admin - November 22, 2024

FG Monitoring Ekpa’s Trial in Finland

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed that it is closely observing the ongoing trial of Simon Ekpa, a Nigerian-Finnish citizen and a leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Ekpa was arrested in Finland on Thursday, on charges of inciting terrorism and promoting […]

admin - November 22, 2024

UK To Face US Backlash Over ICC Warrant Of Arrest for Netanyahu

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria The United Kingdom may face retaliation from the United States if it helps enforce an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Hague-based court on Thursday issued warrants for Netanyahu and his former defence minister, Yoav Gallant, over allegations […]

admin - November 22, 2024

NIGERIA: Kano State Releases 76 Detained Minor Protesters To Parents

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The Kano State Government has released 76 minors detained after participating in the October 1 #EndBadGovernance protests. Governor Abba Yusuf, represented by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Shehu Sagagi, handed over the children to their parents during a ceremony on Thursday at the Muhammadu Buhari Specialist […]

admin - November 22, 2024

ICC Issues Arrest Warrant For Netanyahu, Hamas Welcomes Move

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The ICC announced […]

admin - November 22, 2024

Jamii Telecommunications Sues Starlink Over Alleged Unfair Pricing In Kenya

By Lisbeth Micheni,Kenya Jamii Telecommunications Limited (JTL) has taken legal action against Starlink, accusing the global satellite internet provider of engaging in unfair pricing practices in Kenya. JTL claims that Starlink’s low-cost internet packages are designed to undercut local competitors, threatening the stability of Kenya’s telecom market. In […]

admin - November 21, 2024

Kenyan President Ruto Cancels Adani Group Deals

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya Kenyan President William Ruto has ordered the immediate cancellation of the Adani Group’s planned takeover of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). In addition, the President directed the termination of a signed deal between the Adani Group and the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (Ketraco). Speaking during […]

admin - November 21, 2024

NIGERIA: Reno Omokri Faults Nigerias’ Double Standards on Taxes And Tithes

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria Nigerian Former Presidential aide and social commentator, Reno Omokri, has criticised Nigerians for what he described as a double standard in their attitudes toward paying taxes and tithes. In a statement shared on social media, Omokri questioned why many Nigerians demand accountability from the government […]

admin - November 21, 2024

NIGERIA: Senate Approves $2.2 Billion Loan For 2024 Budget Deficit

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria The Nigerian Senate has approved a $2.2 billion loan request by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to make up for the ₦9.7 trillion budget deficit for the 2024 fiscal year. During Tuesday’s plenary, the decision followed a report presented by the Senate Committee on Local and […]

admin - November 21, 2024

NIGERIA: House Of Reps Trash Six-Year Tenure, Rotational Presidency Proposal

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The House of Representatives on Thursday shut down a proposed amendment to the 1999 Constitution seeking to introduce a six-year single tenure for the President, state governors, and area council chairmen, as well as mandate rotational presidency between the North and South. The bill, sponsored by […]

admin - November 21, 2024

Finnish Authorities Arrest Simon Ekpa, Four Others Over Alleged Terrorism

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria The Finnish Central Criminal Police has confirmed the arrest of Simon Ekpa, a self-proclaimed leader of Biafra, alongside four others for alleged terrorism-related offences. The arrest was made public on Thursday, as part of an ongoing investigation into activities linked to the agitation for a […]