The Nigerian Embassy in France recently discovered a pot of juju, or traditional sacrifice, at its entrance, prompting immediate police involvement. French officers were taken aback by the ritualistic item, with some visibly disturbed. The incident has sparked widespread reactions, though the...
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun for the role of Chief Justice of Nigeria. This decision, made during an accelerated meeting, follows the impending retirement of the current CJN, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, on August 22. The NJC also recommended 27...
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The WHO has declared mpox a “public health emergency of international concern” following a surge in cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring countries. With over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths, the WHO is mobilizing a $15 million...
Passengers on a Lagos BRT bus were attacked and robbed by thugs disguised as protesters on August 14, 2024. The robbers, targeting valuables and threatening passengers, assaulted without intervention from security forces. Lagos police are investigating the incident following a formal complaint...
A French court has seized three Nigerian presidential jets amid a legal dispute between Ogun State and Chinese firm Zhongshan. The jets, valued at over $100 million, are under a court order until Zhongshan’s $74.5 million compensation claim is resolved. The Nigerian government has yet to...
Former Kano Governor Ibrahim Shekarau has denied accepting bribes throughout his tenure, emphasizing his integrity and adherence to moral principles. He revealed he still lives in a rented apartment in Abuja, attributing his values to his work with the Muslim Students Society of Nigeria (MSSN)...
The EFCC has detained NAHCON Chairman Jalal Arabi and Secretary Abdullahi Kontagora over ₦90 billion Hajj subsidy mismanagement. The investigation uncovered fraudulent overpayments and missing funds. Recoveries include SR314,098, with further scrutiny revealing inflated operational costs and...
Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo voluntarily reported to the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre in Abuja following a petition against him. Soyombo, accompanied by his lawyer, announced his arrival on social media and warned of potential detention if not heard from by dawn...
A viral video reveals that the controversial airport passport-tearing incident was a staged skit, according to the husband involved. Despite the apology and clarification, the video has sparked mixed reactions online
In a viral video, the husband of a woman accused of tearing his passport at...
The Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has approved 22 additional state-owned tertiary institutions for student loans, increasing the total to 108. This initiative, part of President Bola Tinubu's education reform, aims to support low-income students in accessing higher education and...
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