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In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court affirmed the election of Babajide Sanwo-Olu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as Governor of Lagos State. The court dismissed the appeal filed by Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party (LP), rejecting arguments about the qualification of Mr. Sanwo-Olu’s running mate, Obafemi Hamzat. The top court confirmed Governor Babajide […]
The Supreme Court, on Thursday, dismissed three separate appeals by the All Progressives Congress, Young Progressives Congress and New Nigerian Peoples Party and their candidates against Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno. This was after counsel for the parties involved in the matter opted to withdraw the appeals. The parties had asked the apex court […]
Outraged by persistent violence against citizens, legal legend Femi Falana (SAN) today spearheaded a powerful protest in Lagos State, denouncing alleged acts of police brutality. Organized by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch, the mass demonstration unites voices against injustices plaguing the community. Stay tuned for updates as this impactful movement unfolds. READ ALSO: […]
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a warning that the ‘no gree for anybody’ slogan is capable of triggering crises in the country. The force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, disclosed this during a press briefing in Abuja. The ‘no gree for anybody’ slogan has gained popularity among Nigerian especially on the social media space. ‘No […]
The proposed creation of 47 new federal universities by the National Assembly has drawn strong objections from the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Union leaders, represented by Ayo Akinwole, chairman of the University of Ibadan chapter, argue that this initiative risks further exacerbating the existing funding challenges faced by current universities. Akinwole expressed concerns […]
The suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, has reported to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters in Abuja for questioning. Edu faces allegations of fraudulent diversion of N585 million in public funds meant for vulnerable groups. This development comes just days after her dramatic suspension by President Bola Tinubu […]
In a move raising eyebrows across the nation, the National Assembly has allocated an extra N30 billion for the ongoing renovation of its complex within the 2024 budget. This comes on top of the already inflated N344.85 billion budget for the legislature, itself a significant 74% increase from the initial proposal. President Bola Tinubu signed […]
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State delivered a resounding message of commitment at the state’s 24th Annual Thanksgiving Service. Highlighting his administration’s priorities for 2024, he emphasized: Project Focus: Completion of pivotal projects remains a top priority, aimed at fostering robust growth and ensuring the well-being of Lagosians. Rule of Law: Strict enforcement of existing laws and regulations […]
Tensions are boiling in the Horn of Africa after a controversial agreement between Ethiopia and the breakaway region of Somaliland sparked outrage in neighboring Somalia. The United States and African Union have joined forces to quell the rising fury, urging all parties to remain calm and seek diplomatic solutions. Somalia views the deal, granting Ethiopia […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made significant progress in its investigation of a suspected N44 billion fraud at the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). The agency has tracked and frozen N30 billion of the missing funds, which were allegedly funneled into private and corporate accounts linked to individuals acting as fronts. […]
