Plateau: Protesting Women Set Ablaze Bokkos Traditional Ruler’s Residence
On Friday afternoon, protesting women set fire to the residence of the District Head of Bokkos town, Michal Monday Adanchi, in Bokkos Local Government Area of the state. According to a source in the area, the incident occurred around 12:30 pm, and the women burned down the house in response to the arrest of some […]
North Korea: Kim Jong Un Daughter His Likely Successor, South’s Spy Agency Says
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s young daughter, who has accompanied him to missile tests and military parades, is his “most likely” successor, the South’s spy agency has said. It is the first time the National Intelligence Service has acknowledged Kim Ju Ae as Mr Kim’s heir. However, the NIS said that it was still […]
Qatar: Indian Ex-naval Officers Get ‘varying’ Jail Terms
Eight former Indian naval officers who were earlier sentenced to death in Qatar now face prison sentences of “varying” lengths, India has said. The men have 60 days to appeal the jail terms. Last month, a court in Qatar had commuted their death penalties. Neither Qatar nor India have revealed the specific charges against the men. […]
Jeffrey Epstein: Recruitment Of Girls Detailed In Second Document Batch
A second batch of court papers linked to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein show how dozens of girls were recruited at his beachfront mansion. A Florida detective says in testimony that 30 women had spoken to him about “performing massage and work” there. Some were paid to bring their friends. The court filings have been made […]
Mutfwang Appeals To Supreme Court, Alleges Unfair Hearing In Election Nullification
Plateau State Governor Manasseh Mutfwang claims he did not receive a fair hearing at the Court of Appeal before his election nullification. On March 20, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Mutfwang as the Plateau State Governor-elect with 525,299 votes, surpassing Nentawe Yilwatda of the APC, who garnered 481,370 votes. Dissatisfied with the results, […]
Tinubu Promises To Alleviate Nigerians’ Hardships, Says Presidency
The presidency guarantees that President Bola Tinubu is attuned to the concerns of Nigerians and understands their sentiments. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, asserts that the president consistently recognizes the challenges faced by Nigerians. Onanuga attributes the president’s commitment to alleviating hardship to initiatives like the 50 percent transport fare rebate […]
Gov. Idris: I Won’t Give Room To Detractors
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris emphasized that his administration remains committed to implementing substantial developmental projects for the people. He stated that unnecessary criticisms from detractors would not divert the focus of his government. He reiterated his stance yesterday at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi while receiving the Kauran Gwandu coordinators groups during their […]
FG Disburses N105.5bn For 260 Roads Repairs Nationwide
The Federal government has allocated N217 billion for the emergency repairs of 260 roads in the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, with N108.5 billion already disbursed. During a meeting with all directors of the Ministry in Abuja on Thursday, Minister of Works, David Umahi, revealed this information. Umahi emphasized […]
FG Extended Free Rail Services For Citizens
The Nigerian Railway Corporation, NRC, on its official website yesterday announced that the Federal Government has extended the free rail services for commuters. The NRC has updated its announcement, extending the free rail service until January 7, 2024, instead of the previously stated January 4. This means that passengers utilizing the NRC’s e-ticketing platform can […]
New Jersey Imam Shot And Killed Outside His Mosque
The imam of a mosque in Newark, New Jersey, was shot and killed early on Wednesday morning by an unknown attacker who remains at large. Authorities said in a news conference that they believe the killing of Imam Hassan Sharif was not motivated by domestic terrorism or “bias”. Mr Sharif was found with multiple gunshot […]
