Alexander Brothers Found Guilty in Federal Sex-Trafficking Trial
A federal jury in New York City has found real estate executives Oren, Alon, and Tal Alexander guilty on all counts in a high-profile sex-trafficking case. The verdict came after five weeks of testimony and deliberations that began Thursday. Oren and Alon Alexander, 38-year-old twins, and their older brother Tal, 39, had pleaded not guilty […]
Wike to Turaki Faction: Don’t Go to Supreme Court
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has warned the Taminu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that his camp is prepared for a legal battle should they decide to challenge Monday’s appellate court ruling at the Supreme Court. The warning followed a judgment by the Court of Appeal Nigeria in Abuja, which dismissed the appeal filed by […]
FG Unveils Strategy to Improve Criminal Justice System
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has unveiled a National Action Plan aimed at reinforcing the implementation of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015 and improving Nigeria’s criminal justice system. Speaking at a high-level stakeholders’ coordination meeting in Abuja, Fagbemi described the plan as a framework to transform […]
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Dumps PDP for APC Amid Party Crisis
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing internal crises within his former party and the need to prioritise the development of the state. The announcement was confirmed on Monday by the governor’s media aide, Nuhu Anka, who said the […]
Eco Currency Still Awaiting Final Decision
The proposed Eco currency for West Africa is yet to receive a final launch date, despite most member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) reportedly making significant strides in meeting the economic benchmarks required for its introduction. Sources familiar with the development said discussions on the regional currency gained momentum during […]
Motor Park Dispute: Falana Files Contempt Case Against Oyo Governor
Femi Falana (SAN) has filed contempt proceedings against Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for allegedly disobeying a subsisting Oyo State High Court judgment on the control of motor parks in the state. Falana submitted Form 48 against the governor, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, and the Commissioner for Public Infrastructure, Works and Transportation, […]
Fire Near Glasgow Central Station Disrupts Rail Service in Scotland’s Largest City
A fire broke out near Glasgow Central Station, prompting road closures and travel disruptions in the center of Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city with a population of more than 650,000. According to ScotRail, the blaze began in a shop located next to the station. Video footage shared on social media showed flames and thick smoke pouring […]
Mojtaba Khamenei Named Iran’s New Supreme Leader After Father’s Assassination
Iran has appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, roughly a week after the killing of his father, Ali Khamenei, in joint U.S.-Israeli strikes that have plunged the Middle East into a widening conflict. The Assembly of Experts, the constitutional body responsible for selecting Iran’s supreme leader, formally named the 56-year-old cleric as the […]
U.S. Strike on Suspected Drug Trafficking Vessel in Pacific Kills Six, Military Says
The United States carried out a strike against a vessel in the eastern Pacific on Sunday, killing six people, according to the United States Southern Command. Officials said the operation was authorized by SOUTHCOM commander Francis L. Donovan, a Marine Corps general. In a statement posted on X, the command said the targeted boat was […]
Oyo PDP Endorses Makinde, Vows Party Unity Ahead of 2027 Elections
In a show of unwavering support, elected officials and party leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State have expressed full confidence in Governor Seyi Makinde, lauding his administration’s governance record and pledging party unity as the 2027 general elections approach. The endorsement emerged from a strategic stakeholders’ meeting held on Sunday at […]
