CJN, AGF Vow Sanctions for Frivolous Allegations Against Judges
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), have declared that individuals making baseless allegations against judges will face appropriate sanctions. Speaking at the 2024 Justices of the Court of Appeal annual conference in Abuja, themed “Judicial Introspection,” Justice Kekere-Ekun noted the National Judicial Council […]
Shettima Lauds Nigerian Migrants, Promises Improved Migration Policies
Vice President Kashim Shettima has lauded the invaluable contributions of Nigerian migrants to global development while reaffirming the federal government’s commitment to addressing migration challenges. Speaking at the 10th Annual National Migration Dialogue in Abuja on Monday, themed “Beyond Borders: Celebrating Migrants’ Legacy, Protecting Their Rights,” Shettima highlighted the economic and social impacts of migration. “Nigerians in […]
Shehu Sani Commends Tinubu’s Foreign Travels for Boosting Nigeria’s Economy
Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s foreign visits, describing them as productive and beneficial compared to previous administrations. Sani highlighted that Tinubu’s trips to countries like Saudi Arabia, Brazil, France, China, and South Africa have brought tangible economic benefits to Nigeria. Notably, he praised Brazil’s $4.2 billion grant aimed at […]
Peter Obi Urges Nigerian Leaders to Fight Corruption
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has called on Nigerian leaders to introspect and steer clear of corruption to foster national development. In a post commemorating the 2024 International Anti-Corruption Day, Obi lamented Nigeria’s low ranking on the corruption perception index, where it is positioned 145th out of 180 countries. He emphasized that […]
Impeachment Vote Fails in South Korea, Opposition Accuses Ruling Party of “Second Coup”
The South Korean National Assembly’s attempt to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol failed on Saturday, prompting outrage from opposition lawmakers, who accused the ruling People Power Party (PPP) of staging a “second coup” to cling to power. The failed vote follows widespread protests across the country, where tens of thousands demanded Yoon’s resignation or impeachment […]
Netanyahu to Testify in Corruption Trial Amid War and Legal Turmoil
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take the witness stand on Tuesday for the first time in his ongoing corruption trial, a major moment in the long-running legal battle that has shadowed his political career. Netanyahu faces charges of fraud, breach of trust, and accepting bribes across three separate cases, allegations he vehemently […]
Biden Calls Fall of Assad’s Regime a “Historic Opportunity,” Urges Caution Amid Uncertainty
President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Sunday, describing the collapse of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime as a “historic opportunity” for the people of Syria while warning of the risks and uncertainties that lie ahead. “At long last, the Assad regime has fallen,” Biden said after meeting with his national security team. “This regime […]
Governor Oyebanji Targets Self-Sustaining Economy for Ekiti State
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to creating a self-sustaining economy capable of funding its recurrent expenditures without heavy reliance on federal allocations. Speaking on Saturday at the inauguration of the new Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service (EKIRS) Area Tax Office in Ikole Ekiti, Oyebanji described the initiative as a strategic […]
Minister of Information Tasks NIPR on Combating Fake News
The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, has urged the Nigerian Institute for Public Relations (NIPR) to spearhead strategies for tackling fake news and misinformation in Nigeria. Speaking at the induction ceremony for 421 new NIPR members in Abuja on Thursday, Idris, represented by the Director of Public Relations and Protocol in the ministry, Suleiman Haruna, […]
Niger State to Eject Unqualified Teachers, Screen PTA Recruits
The Niger State Government has announced plans to remove unqualified teachers from classrooms to enhance the quality of education across the state. Speaking at the Annual General Meeting of the Bida Old Students Association (BOSA) on Saturday in Minna, the state’s Commissioner for Basic Education, Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed, revealed that rigorous screening is underway […]
