MURIC Urges IGP to Intervene Against Growing Threats to South West Muslims

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to take immediate action to prevent violence against South West Muslims, particularly those in the Yoruba community, in light of escalating threats linked to the Sharia law debate. In a statement issued on Saturday by MURIC’s Executive Director, Ishaq Akintola, […]

Figure Skating Community Mourns Loss of Athletes in Washington, D.C. Plane Crash

The devastating midair collision over Washington, D.C., has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit figure skating community, as several victims were skaters, coaches, and parents returning from a national development camp. The tragedy has left those in the skating world grappling with grief, guilt, and heartbreaking “what ifs.” For some, small, last-minute decisions kept them off […]

Mayor Eric Adams Returns to Public Eye, Blasts Critics Over Absence

New York City Mayor Eric Adams made a forceful return to public duties on Thursday after a weeklong absence due to undisclosed medical testing. His first public appearance was at a police foundation event in Lower Manhattan, where he was warmly received. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch praised Adams for his unwavering support of law enforcement. […]

Myanmar Junta Extends State of Emergency, Delays Elections Amid Ongoing Conflict

Myanmar’s military government has extended the nation’s state of emergency for another six months, state media reported Friday, just a day before the fourth anniversary of the 2021 coup that ended a decade of democratic progress. The military seized power on February 1, 2021, overthrowing the elected civilian government of Aung San Suu Kyi. Since […]

Amaechi: Nigerian Politicians Are in Office to Steal, Kill, and Retain Power

Former Transport Minister, Rotimi Amaechi, has alleged that Nigerian politicians are primarily in office to steal, kill, and cling to power, criticizing the deeply corrupt political system. Speaking at the National Conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria, Amaechi highlighted the lack of political integrity and the public’s short memory, which he said enables politicians to escape accountability. “All we hear here […]

AGF Fagbemi Defends IGP Egbetokun’s Tenure, Says Stay in Office Is Lawful

The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has defended the continuous stay of Kayode Egbetokun as Inspector-General of Police (IGP), asserting that his tenure remains lawful. In a statement issued on Thursday, Fagbemi explained that Egbetokun’s appointment, which commenced on October 31, 2023, is valid for a four-year term. The AGF referenced the Police Act amendment of 2024, which allows […]

Edo Governor Signs New Anti-Cultism Law with Death Penalty for Offenders

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has signed the Secret Cult and Similar Activities Prohibition Bill, 2025, into law, replacing the Edo State Secret Cult Prohibition Law, 2018. The new law, passed by the Edo State House of Assembly, took effect on January 24, 2025. Announcing the development on Thursday, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua, stated that the […]

El-Rufai Slams Tinubu’s Defenders, Says Clowns Paid to Justify Government’s Actions

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has criticized the Tinubu-led administration, claiming that certain individuals are being paid to defend its actions. El-Rufai made the remarks in response to a post by Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, who had criticized him for his public comments on the APC government. Speaking at a national conference on strengthening democracy in […]

Sowore Granted ₦10M Bail, Leads Protest Against IGP Egbetokun

A Federal High Court has granted Omoyele Sowore, convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, bail set at ₦10 million with one surety in like sum. Justice Musa Liman ruled that the surety must be a responsible individual with landed property of equivalent value. The original property documents and a passport photograph must be submitted to the […]