Ukraine War: US Accuses Lula Of Parroting Propaganda
The White House has sharply criticised Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva for accusing the United States of “encouraging” the war in Ukraine. Lula said after a visit to China at the weekend that the US needed to start talking about peace in Ukraine. Visiting Brazil, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met Lula and […]
Jailed U.S. Reporter Appears In Russian Court To Appeal Detention
Jailed American journalist Evan Gershkovich appeared in a Moscow court on Tuesday to appeal his detention on spying charges, part of a sweeping Kremlin crackdown on dissent amid the war in Ukraine. He and the U.S. government strenuously deny the allegations. Journalists and supporters at the courthouse caught their first glimpse in weeks of the Wall Street Journal reporter, who is […]
House Of Reps Supplementary Election: APC Holds The Majority Seat, With PDP In Second Place
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday held a supplementary elections in 14 states for the House of Representatives. Prior to the legislative body’s June inauguration, the results of the election of representatives to the 10th National Assembly have been announced. After winning 17 out of the 31 seats, the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
NAFDAC Approves R21 Malaria Vaccine Use In Nigeria
The R21 malaria vaccine has received approval from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) for temporary use. The R21 Malaria vaccine dossier substantially complies with the best international standards, according to Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, Director-General of the NAFDAC, who was speaking at a briefing in Abuja on Monday. This led […]
INEC Places Adamawa REC Yunusa-Ari On Suspension
Hudu Yunusa-Ari, the INEC’s Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Adamawa State, has been placed on suspension. Yunusa-Ari was suspended by the electoral body after Aisha Binani, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for governor in the state, was illegally declared the winner of the election. While the results of the Saturday supplementary election were still […]
Aviation Workers Embark On A 2-day Warning Strike, Leaves Passengers Stranded
The unfavourable working conditions and rights of workers have prompted aviation unions to embark on a two-day warning strike. The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), the Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals (ANAP), and the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria are the unions involved. Other organisations include the Amalgamated Union of […]
Court Adjourn Hearing Date On Ayu’s Office Removal Suit
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu hearing date for a substantive lawsuit seeking the removal from office been adjourned until April 28, 2023. Justice Kpochi made the decision on Monday at the Makurdi High Court. Justice Kpochi announced his withdrawal from the case and that, because he had been assigned a national […]
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Firm Set To Fly Giant Starship Rocket System
The most powerful rocket ever developed is about to attempt a maiden launch. The vehicle, known as Starship, has been built by the American entrepreneur Elon Musk’s SpaceX company. It stands almost 120m (400ft) high and is designed to have almost double the thrust of any rocket in history. Monday’s uncrewed demonstration will lift off […]
EU Rejects Ukraine Grain Bans By Poland And Hungary
The European Commission has rejected bans introduced by Poland and Hungary on Ukrainian grain imports. The two countries said the measures were necessary to protect their farming sectors from cheap imports. The ban applies to grains, dairy products, sugar, fruit, vegetables and meats and will be in force until the end of June. The Commission […]
Vladimir Kara-Murza: Russian Opposition Figure Jailed For 25 Years
Opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza has been sentenced to 25 years in jail in Russia for treason and other charges linked to his criticism of the war in Ukraine. The Russian-British former journalist and politician is the latest of a number of Putin opponents to have been arrested or forced to flee Russia. He has denied […]
