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admin - January 15, 2025

NIGERIA: FCT Minister Wike Establishes Task Force To Tackle Criminal Hideouts, Vandalism

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria             The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the establishment of a Special Task Force to clear criminal elements from uncompleted structures, abandoned plots, and buildings across Abuja.     This directive, aimed at enhancing security and curbing vandalism of government assets, was […]
admin - January 15, 2025

NIGERIA; EFCC Denies Involvement with Edo Election Witness, Clarifies N6 Billion Fraud Case

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria          The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has on Wednesday debunked claims linking it to interference in an election tribunal witness in Edo State.     This development follows a viral video alleging that Mr. Jonathan Ogunbor, a suspect under investigation for N6 billion fraud, […]
admin - January 15, 2025

ICPC Begins Trial Of Two Ministries’ Staff Over ₦12 Million Job Racketeering

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria            The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has commenced the trial of two civil servants, Mrs. Joy Ndubuisi Chineme of the Federal Ministry of Trade and Investment and Mr. Godwin Tabo Sakat of the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, for their […]
admin - January 15, 2025

Kenyan Deputy President Kindiki Attends Chapo’s Swearing-In Ceremony In Mozambique

       By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya            Kenyan Deputy President Kithure Kindiki departed Kenya on Wednesday morning to represent the country at the inauguration of Mozambique’s President-elect, Daniel Francisco Chapo.     The 48-year-old Chapo is set to be sworn in following an election victory with 65% of the vote. […]
admin - January 15, 2025

NIGERIA: Six Die In Kogi Road Crash, 60 Injured

By Onoja Baba, Lokoja, Nigeria           Tragedy struck on Tuesday in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, as a road crash claimed six lives and left 60 others injured.     The accident occurred at approximately 3:00 p.m. near the Zone 8 Roundabout along the Hassan Katsina Road.     According to […]
admin - January 15, 2025

NIGERIA: EFCC Urges Nigerian Universities to Introduce Anti-Corruption Courses for Freshers

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria           The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on tertiary institutions across Nigeria to incorporate anti-corruption courses into their curriculum as a mandatory requirement for all first-year students.     This appeal was made by the EFCC’s Kano Zonal Director, Ibrahim Shazali, during […]
admin - January 14, 2025

South Sudanese Women Embark On Bricklaying For Livelihood

  By Deborah Akur chol, South Sudan            A growing number of women in the Western Equatoria State capital, Yambio, have turned to bricklaying to achieve financial independence, support their families, and reduce dependence on men.     The women are breaking traditional gender roles and proving that hard work can […]
admin - January 14, 2025

NIGERIA: FG Confirms Bird Flu Outbreak In Kano, Warns Of Spread Risks

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria            The Federal Government has confirmed an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in Kano State.     The flu, according to the government, has affected several bird species, including, layers, ducks, guinea fowls, and turkeys.     In a […]
admin - January 14, 2025

NIGERIA: Ibadan Stampede: Oriyomi Hamzat Burst Into Tears As Fans Welcome Him From Agodi prison

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria            The founder of one of Ibadan-based radio stations, Agidigbo FM, Oriyomi Hamzat, has been released from Agodi Correctional Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State, after perfecting his bail conditions.     Oriyomi, as widely called, regained freedom with his co-accused, former Queen of Ooni of Ife, […]
admin - January 14, 2025

NIGERIA: Homeless FCT Residents Sue Wike, Demand N500m Over Alleged Rights Violations

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria               A group of vulnerable residents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), including scavengers, beggars, and petty traders, has filed a lawsuit against the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, demanding N500 million in damages for alleged violations of their fundamental rights.     The […]
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