2 h. ago Wike inaugurates new board of trustees for IBB golf club, calls for key reforms

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Friday inaugurated the newly appointed Board of Trustees for the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) Golf Club. The board is to be led by Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, President of the Court of Appeal. According to a statement issued by the Director […] The post Wike inaugurates new board of trustees for IBB golf club, calls for key reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Ogun community accuses IBEDC of diverting power to private companies

Residents of Mogede community in Ibafo, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, have accused the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company of diverting electricity meant for their community to nearby companies, leaving them in darkness for months. The residents also decried what they called an “astronomical increase in billing” despite the prolonged blackout. According to Read More

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5 h. ago Preventing infections in individuals with Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle Cell Disease is a genetic blood disorder that affects hemoglobin, causing red blood cells to become rigid and sickle-shaped. These abnormal cells can block blood flow and lead to various complications, including an increased risk of infections. The spleen, which plays a crucial role in filtering bacteria and supporting immune function, is often impaired Read More

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6 h. ago Court to hear suit seeking Rivers’ sole administrator removal April 10

The Federal High Court in Abuja has set April 10 as the date to hear a case asking for the removal of Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas as Sole Administrator of Rivers State. The case, which lists President Bola Tinubu as the first defendant, has been assigned to Justice James Omotosho. Other defendants include the Read More

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10 h. ago FCT Court Bars Natasha, Akpabio, Others From Addressing Newsmen

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has barred parties in the suit filed by suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio from granting press interviews on issues relating to the case. Justice Binta Nyako also restricted all lawyers involving in the case to stop parading media outlets over the […] The post FCT Court Bars Natasha, Akpabio, Others From Addressing Newsmen appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Man Sentenced To 84 Years In Prison For Brutal Attack On Civil Servant In Ekiti

A 33-year-old man, Oluwatuyi Bidemi, has been sentenced to 84 years in prison by an Ekiti State High Court in Ado Ekiti for robbery, attempted murder, kidnapping, and rape. Justice Adeniyi Familoni delivered the judgment after finding him guilty on all four charges brought against him. Bidemi was initially arraigned on July 21, 2021, for […] The post Man Sentenced To 84 Years In Prison For Brutal Attack On Civil Servant In Ekiti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Spotify paid Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024

Audio streaming giant Spotify significantly increased its royalty payouts to artists from Nigeria and South Africa in 2024, distributing nearly $59 million as global demand for African music continues to soar. The figures, released by the company on Thursday, underscore the growing international appeal of artists from the continent’s two biggest music markets. According to Read More

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10 h. ago Group petitions minister over abduction, forced conversion of Christian teenager

A child rights advocacy group, Operation Save Nigerian Children, has petitioned the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, over the alleged abduction and forced conversion of a 16-year-old Christian, Miss Georgia Miracle, in Adamawa State. In the petition signed by the group’s convener, Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho, on Friday, the organisation called for urgent intervention, citing violations Read More

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15 h. ago South Africa’s ruling Alliance nears collapse as budget row widens rift

South Africa’s ruling coalition risks unraveling after a dispute between its main members over proposed tax increases deepened, pummeling the read more South Africa’s ruling Alliance nears collapse as budget row widens rift

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16 h. ago Community policing key to tackling crime in Ondo, Ekiti – AIG

The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 17, comprising Ondo and Ekiti States, Musibau Omolabi, has said community policing and inclusiveness of stakeholders would be adopted to tackle criminalities in the zone. Omolabi, who officially resumed in the headquarters of the zone on Thursday in Akure, the Ondo State capital, declared that Read More

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16 h. ago JUST IN: Court bars Akpabio, Natasha from granting interviews over ongoing case

Tribune Online JUST IN: Court bars Akpabio, Natasha from granting interviews over ongoing case Ruling on the application, Justice Nyako ordered that there should be “no press interviews by parties and counsel as regards the subject matter of this case.” JUST IN: Court bars Akpabio, Natasha from granting interviews over ongoing case Tribune Online

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17 h. ago BREAKING: Court stops Akpabio, Natasha, Senate from press interviews

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Abuja division of the Federal High Court has restrained parties involved in the suit filed by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and three others from granting press interviews on the matter. Justice Binta Nyako gave the ruling on Friday after Akpabio’s counsel, Kehinde Ogunwumiju (SAN), complained […] The post BREAKING: Court stops Akpabio, Natasha, Senate from press interviews appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Senate Feud: Court Bars Akpabio, Natasha From Speaking To Press

A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order restraining all parties involved in the suit filed by Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and three others from making public comments about the case. Justice Binta Nyako, who presided over the matter, gave the directive on Friday after Akpabio’s lawyer, Kehinde Ogunwumiju, SAS, […]

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18 h. ago (UPDATED): Court bans Natasha, Akpabio, others from press interviews

Justice Binta Fatima Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has barred parties in the suit filed by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and three others from granting press interviews on issues relating to the case. The judge issued the order on Friday following a complaint by Read More

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20 h. ago BREAKING: Supreme Court Sacks Abure As Labour Party National Chairman

The Supreme Court has overturned the judgement of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which affirmed Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP). In a unanimous decision delivered on Friday morning, a five-member panel of the apex court Justices ruled that the Court of Appeal lacked the jurisdiction to affirm Abure’s […]

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22 h. ago FCT FA Gives N720,000 To Area Councils As Inaugural Women’s Football Tourney Kicks Off April 10

The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has allocated a total of N720,000 to the six Area Councils in the Territory in preparation for its inaugural Inter-Area Councils Women’s Tournament, set to commence on April 10, 2025. The funding announcement was made in a press statement signed by the head of media committee, FCT […]

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25 h. ago How absence of matching funds is aggravating malnutrition in under five children in Bauchi

Tribune Online How absence of matching funds is aggravating malnutrition in under five children in Bauchi Bauchi State is facing severe malnutrition crisis, with a dramatic increase in cases, particularly among children under five years, thereby raising an urgent need for multi-sectoral solutions to address the issue, including improved nutrition education and healthcare access.  Here’s a more detailed look at the situation of rising malnutrition: Bauchi State has witnessed a surge […] How absence of matching funds is aggravating malnutrition in under five children in Bauchi Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Gov Lawal Promises Revenue Boost As Security Improves In Zamfara C

Governor of Zamfara State Dauda Lawal has assured that the state’s revenue will increase following significant improvements in security across the state. The governor made the pronouncement when he visited the sites and mining factories in the Anka and Maru local government areas of the state. In a statement, the governor’s spokesman, Suleiman Bala Idris […]

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28 h. ago U.S. Calls For Transparency, Swift Justice In Father Okechukwu’s Murder

The United States has called for transparency and swift justice in the murder of Catholic priest Father Sylvester Okechukwu, who was tragically killed in Kaduna, Nigeria. The U.S. expressed its support for the Nigerian government’s efforts to bring those responsible to justice and emphasized the importance of ensuring accountability and transparency in the investigation and […] The post U.S. Calls For Transparency, Swift Justice In Father Okechukwu’s Murder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Court stops police, DSS from arresting Fubara’s chief of staff

A Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has barred the Nigerian Police and the Department of State Services from arresting or summoning Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to the suspended state governor, over allegations made by the former Rivers Head of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke. Justice I.P.C. Igwe issued the ruling in Suit Read More

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