Constitution Prevails Regardless Of Public Opinion – CJN Says
Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, the Chief Justice of Nigeria, made it clear that the country’s constitution always holds precedence over public opinions, regardless of their importance. He pointed out that justices and judges in the country continue to uphold constitutional provisions while adjudicating cases, even in the face of criticism and attacks. This declaration was made […]
75,000 Kaiser Permanente Employees Plan Nationwide Strike
Should a last-minute deal fail to materialise, more than 75,000 individuals employed by the healthcare powerhouse Kaiser Permanente are preparing to stage a walkout. This has affected hundreds of hospitals and medical facilities throughout the country. This imminent strike would go down in history as the largest in U.S. healthcare labour movements. Personnel were planning […]
FCTA Eyes Partnership With Israel On Agriculture, Security
Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory Minister, has indicated a keen interest in establishing alliances with Israel, with a particular focus on agriculture and bolstering security in the nation’s capital. Wike shared this during a courtesy visit by Mr. Michael Freeman, the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, to the Minister’s office in Abuja on Tuesday. Wike […]
Sunak Set To Launch UK Election Campaign
The British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, is gearing up to launch Britain’s next general election campaign this Wednesday, wrapping up the annual conference of the ruling Conservative party with his much-anticipated keynote speech. The UK’s leader is up against a daunting challenge as he endeavours to rally his embattled Conservative party for victory in the […]
Putin To Visit Kyrgyzstan: 1st Trip Abroad Since ICC Warrant
Russian President Vladimir Putin is slated to visit Kyrgyzstan in the upcoming week, according to statements from authorities in the Central Asian nation. This visit carries particular significance as it is Putin’s first trip abroad following the issuance of an arrest warrant for him by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Since the issuance of the […]
Deputy Speaker Threatens Rep Member With Suspension
Solomon Bob, a member of the House Of Representatives (PDP, Rivers) is faced with a possible suspension following a heated verbal exchange with Deputy Speaker Ben Kalu during Tuesday’s House of Representatives plenary session. Kalu and Bob, a respected member, found themselves in an altercation during the discussion of a motion regarding Nigeria’s Independence Day […]
Senate Restricts First-Timers From Senate President Role
The Senate, on Tuesday, revised its regulations, introducing a restriction that prevents first-term senators from competing for the Senate President and Deputy Senate President positions. The amendment to Section 2(1)(2) and (3) followed a motion by the Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, titled, ‘Amendment to the Standing Orders of the Senate Pursuant to Order 109 of […]
22 Perish in Niger Boat Accident; Search Recovers 6 Bodies
A devastating boat mishap in Niger State reportedly claimed the lives of at least 22 persons onboard, on Monday. On Monday morning, tragedy struck as the victims, en route from Kasabu village in Niger State’s Agwara Local Government Area to Yauri in Kebbi State, saw their boat capsize amid a downpour and strong winds. As […]
‘We’ve Hit Our Limit’ – NYC Mayor To Asylum Seekers
Mayor Eric Adams of New York City, on Tuesday, revealed his upcoming trip to Latin America, where he intends to discourage people from seeking asylum in the city due to the substantial surge of migrants, which has placed immense pressure on the city’s shelter system and financial resources. In the coming week, the Democratic mayor […]
Retired Benue Jurist’s Killing: Gang Members Speak Out
A gang of four members has confessed to the brutal killing of Justice Margaret Igbeta, the former President of the Benue State Customary Court of Appeal, citing disputes over estate ownership and inheritance as their motive. Late in August, the police stumbled upon the decaying corpse of Justice Igbeta in her residence at No. 1, […]
Hunter Biden Pleads Not Guilty To 3 Federal Gun Charges
The matter is now headed towards a potential trial in 2024 when his father is running for reelection after Hunter Biden entered a not guilty plea on Tuesday to three federal guns charges that were brought after his original agreement broke down. Africa Today News, New York reports that President Joe Biden’s son is being […]
₦100B CNG Buses: Senate Warns Tinubu Against Illegal Spending
The Nigerian Senate has sent a warning to President Bola Tinubu against illegal spending while also advising him to seek a supplementary budget for its Compressed Natural Gas initiative which his government is trying to put together. The Senate through its Committee on Gas, led by Senator Jarigbe Jarigbe, called on the executive arm of […]