Donald Trump Challenges Joe Biden to Televised Debates
Following their dominant performances in the Super Tuesday votes, Donald Trump has called for televised debates against Joe Biden. The Republican expressed his willingness to participate in a TV forum with the Democratic president “anytime, anywhere, anyplace,” making the announcement online in capital letters. In response, Biden’s campaign suggested that Trump’s challenge reflects a desire […]
Sanusi Tearfully Pays Tribute to Late Herbert Wigwe
Former Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, expressed deep emotions as he honored the late Herbert Wigwe during a tribute night in Lagos. Addressing the crowd present for the night of tribute to the late Wigwe on Wednesday in Lagos, Sanusi tearfully described Wigwe as a loyal friend and brother, recalling his unwavering support during […]
Last-Minute Decision: PA’s Miracle Escape from Helicopter Crash
Olusola Faleye, the Personal Assistant to the late Herbert Wigwe, former Group Managing Director and CEO of Access Bank Plc, shared a harrowing account of how he narrowly missed being aboard the ill-fated helicopter that claimed the lives of his boss, Wigwe, along with his wife, son, and business associate, Abimbola Ogunbajo. Speaking at a […]
EFCC Clarifies Arrest of 21 Trucks Exporting Food Items to Neighbouring Countries
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has provided clarification regarding the recent arrest of 21 trucks transporting various food items and goods to neighbouring countries. Recall that the Maiduguri zonal command of the anti-graft agency intercepted the trucks transporting items to neighbouring countries like N’djamena, Chad Republic, Central African Republic, and Cameroon along Kalabiri/Gamboru […]
President Bola Tinubu Congratulates Akinwumi Adesina on Obafemi Awolowo Prize
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, for being honored with the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo Prize for Leadership. Adesina’s recognition places him among esteemed figures such as Nigeria’s Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, former South African President Thabo Mbeki, and lawyer-educationist Chief Afe […]
Retired Justice Odili Cautions Lawyers Against Media Comments, Says it Unethical
In the Call to Bar Ceremony in Abuja, the Chairman of the Body of Benchers, Justice Mary Peter Odili (retd), issued a stern warning to lawyers, advising against addressing the media after court proceedings. She labeled such actions as unethical and emphasized the importance of upholding professional standards. The retired Supreme Court justice delivered this […]
Bank of Ghana Suspends Forex Trading Licences of Nigerian-owned Banks
The Bank of Ghana has taken decisive action by suspending the foreign exchange trading licences of two Nigerian-owned banks, Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana Limited (GTB) and FBNBank Ghana Limited (FBN), citing “fraudulent documentation” in their forex operations. In a statement issued on Monday, the Ghanaian regulator announced that the suspension would come into effect from […]
Investigation Update: New Body Parts Discovered in Long Island Park
Additional body parts were discovered on Tuesday, including in Bethpage State Park, as detectives interrogate multiple individuals in connection with the deaths of a man and a woman found in a Long Island park last week. Human remains have now been located in three distinct locations across Suffolk County, and authorities confirm that they pertain […]
Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry Stuck in Puerto Rico Amid Political Turmoil
Haiti’s Prime Minister, Ariel Henry, has touched down in Puerto Rico, reportedly unable to return to his homeland. Media reports indicate that he arrived in the capital, San Juan, on Tuesday, flying from the US state of New Jersey. His whereabouts had been unknown in the past few days following a visit to Kenya. During […]
Subway Crime Update: Governor Hochul’s Strategy for Enhanced Safety
Governor Kathy Hochul is scheduled to outline her strategy for deploying state resources to address subway crime in an announcement slated for Wednesday. Hochul aims to instill a sense of security among commuters while acknowledging recent data indicating an increase in subway-related crime. Recent statistics released by officials illustrate a 13% rise in violent crimes […]
