President Tinubu Declares Closure of CBN Probe, Commends Investigator Jim Obazee
President Bola Tinubu has officially announced the closure of the probe into the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and related entities, expressing gratitude to Jim Obazee, the former Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC), for his role as the Special Investigator. According to a statement released by presidential spokesman Ajuri […]
EFCC Files Fresh 26-Count Charge Against Ex-CBN Governor Emefiele
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought forth a fresh 26-count charge against the immediate former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, on allegations bordering on abuse of office and corruption. Emefiele is set to face arraignment before Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos High Court, Ikeja, on Monday, […]
El-Rufai Prepares Legal Battle Against Tinubu Amidst Political Showdown Speculations
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is gearing up for a legal confrontation with President Bola Tinubu, as reported by Vanguard. This move comes amidst allegations labeling El-Rufai a security risk, prompting him to seek vindication in court while simultaneously preparing for a potential political showdown affecting Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The brewing conflict […]
Nnamdi Kanu Petitions Court to Restore Revoked Bail Of 2017
Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has approached a Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking the restoration of his bail, which was revoked in 2017. In a motion filed by his lead counsel, Alloy Ejimakor, Kanu pleaded with the court to set aside the order revoking his bail, […]
Biden Stresses Future US Support for Israel Hinges on Enhanced Civilian Protection Measures
President Joe Biden delivered a strong message to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday, emphasizing that future U.S. backing for Israel’s actions in Gaza hinges on the prompt implementation of new measures to safeguard civilians and aid workers. The approximately 30-minute call between Biden and Netanyahu, occurring just days after Israeli airstrikes resulted in […]
Israel Says It Will Reopen Border Crossing With Hard-hit Northern Gaza
Israel says it’s taking steps to increase the flow of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip, including reopening a key border crossing into northern Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced the plans Friday, hours after President Joe Biden told him that future U.S. support for the war in Gaza depends on Israel taking more […]
Researchers Identify Novel Source of Lung Damage in Asthma
British scientists have uncovered a novel mechanism contributing to the extensive damage inflicted by asthma. Their research reveals that cells lining the airways undergo significant compression during an asthma attack, leading to their destruction. Published in the journal Science, the findings suggest that targeting this cellular compression directly, rather than solely managing its aftermath, could […]
Postponed Ruling: Giuliani’s Creditors Seek Sale of Palm Beach Estate
A New York bankruptcy judge has postponed a ruling on a motion filed by Rudy Giuliani’s creditors, which sought to compel him to sell his Palm Beach estate. This decision allows Giuliani to remain in his Florida condo for the time being. During the hearing, Judge Sean Lane acknowledged concerns about Giuliani’s financial activities involving […]
Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Aiding Attacker in French Christmas Market Tragedy
A man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for aiding an Islamist attacker responsible for the deaths of five individuals at a French Christmas market in December 2018. Audrey Mondjehi, aged 42, was found guilty of procuring a firearm used by Cherif Chekatt, who carried out the shooting and stabbing rampage in Strasbourg, […]
Kano Anti-Corruption Commission Chairman Suspended Amid Corruption Charges
The Chairman of the Kano State Anti-Corruption and Public Complaints Commission, Muhuyi Magaji, has been suspended from his position by the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) following a 10-count charge of corruption filed against him by the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) on November 16, 2023. The suspension was announced in a terse statement issued […]
