Defence Headquarters to Release Identities of New Wanted Terrorists, Bandit Leaders
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) is making preparations to release the identities and photographs of a new group of wanted terrorist and bandit leaders on its wanted list, following the elimination of prominent figures and the emergence of fresh leaders. In November 2022, the DHQ declared 19 bandit leaders wanted, offering a reward of N5 million […]
Guinea Junta Removes Electricity Company Head Over Power Outage Protests
Guinea has taken swift action to address ongoing power outages that sparked violent protest across the country under military rule. The head of Guinea’s national electricity company, Laye Sekou Camara, along with his two deputies, Fode Soumah and Abdoulaye Kone, have been relieved of their duties through a decree signed by junta chief General Mamady […]
Nathan Wade Resigns as Special Prosecutor in Georgia Case
Nathan Wade, the special prosecutor in the Georgia election interference case involving Donald Trump, has stepped down following controversy over his affair with District Attorney Fani Willis. Trump and his co-defendants sought to disqualify Willis, citing her hiring of Wade and their relationship, which they argued compromised the trial’s integrity. Although the judge rejected this […]
200 Tonnes of Essential Food Supplies Delivered to Gaza by World Central Kitchen
The inaugural maritime humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza has successfully been offloaded onto the shoreline. Conducted in partnership with the United Arab Emirates, the initiative was spearheaded by the US-based charity, World Central Kitchen. The shipment, comprising 200 tonnes of essential food supplies, is a critical response to Gaza’s dire food shortage, highlighted by the […]
Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Climbs to 31.70% for Feb – NBS Data Reveals
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has released the latest inflation data, revealing a significant increase in Nigeria’s inflation rate to 31.70 per cent in February. This surge marks a notable rise from the 29.90 per cent recorded in January 2024, according to the ‘Consumer Price Index and Inflation Report’ for February. The report highlights […]
Court of Appeal Dismisses Appeals for Asset Declaration Forms Disclosure
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ruled on separate appeals seeking an order compelling the Code of Conduct Bureau to release the asset declaration forms of former presidents, their vice presidents, and National Assembly principal officers. In a judgment delivered by Justice Okon Abang, the court dismissed the appeals, deeming them immature. Justice Abang […]
DR Congo Restores Death Penalty After 20 Years Amid Rising Rebel Attacks
In response to escalating rebel attacks in the volatile eastern region, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reinstated the death penalty, particularly for treason and “banditry”. Justice Minister Rose Mutombo communicated this decision in a signed statement on Wednesday, lifting a ban on capital punishment imposed in 2003. The move comes amidst a two-year […]
Judge Rejects Trump’s Motion to Dismiss Florida Case
A motion filed by former US President Donald Trump to dismiss a case involving classified documents in Florida has been rejected by Judge Aileen Cannon. Trump’s legal team contended that the criminal charges, based on the Espionage Act, lacked clarity. However, Judge Cannon deemed siding with Trump on this matter as an “extraordinary step.” Another […]
Tackling Conflict: US Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlers
The United States has imposed sanctions against three additional Israeli settlers and, notably, two farming outposts in response to the ongoing violent displacement of Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. This move is part of a joint effort by Washington and London to address the escalating tensions in the region. Fares Samamreh, a Palestinian sheep […]
Abductors Demand N1 Billion Ransom for Abducted Kuriga Schoolchildren
The abductors responsible for the kidnapping of over 287 schoolchildren in Kuriga village, Kaduna State, have reportedly demanded a staggering N1 billion ransom from the families of the victims. Recall that gunmen stormed the school last Thursday morning, abducting the pupils and staff members shortly after the morning assembly. According to Aminu Kuriga, a youth […]
