Okuama: Oborevwori Seeks Transparency In Military Probe
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday, charged the Board of Enquiry set up by the Defence Headquarters to probe the Okuama killings to be transparent. On March 14, military personnel comprising four officers and 13 soldiers were murdered by some irate youths in the Okuama community in Delta State while on a peace mission. […]
Shaibu Impeachment: Inquiry Panel Wrap Up Sessions
Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Philip Shaibu, and his primary legal representative, Prof. Oladoyin Awoyale (SAN), have chosen to disregard the summons once again, alleging non-compliance with the Federal High Court’s interlocutory directive of March 28, 2024, issued by Justice Inyang Ekwo in Abuja. Bringing the session to a close at the Edo High […]
Akpabio To Falana: Ningi’s Suspension Not Personal Move
Senate President Godswill Akpabio issued a reply to a correspondence from Femi Falana (SAN), advocating for the immediate reinstatement of suspended Senator Abdul Ningi (Bauchi Central). Umeh Kalu (SAN) from Seasons Law Firm, acting as his legal representative, rebutted Falana’s allegation that the Senate President was solely accountable for Ningi’s suspension. The letter reads: ‘We […]
Rivers: 5 Detained For Kidnapping Workers, Demanding ₦300m
Yahaya Bello, Aliyu Usman, Sule Abubakar, and Abdullahi Adamu have been captured by law enforcement officials for purportedly kidnapping four employees who were conducting an inspection of property in Okocha community, Igbo-Etche, Etche Local Government Area, Rivers State. Furthermore, the police have apprehended Godfrey Odum in connection with the abduction of a student from Elechi […]
Self-Driving Car Project: Apple Trims Workforce Thereafter
Apple has downsized its workforce by over 600 employees amid speculation about abandoning its self-driving car initiative. The California site, previously dedicated to Apple’s self-driving car project, has seen the highest number of layoffs, according to Bloomberg’s investigation. Notification was sent to the state’s employment agency on March 28 regarding the impending layoff of 614 […]
What’s In Store For New York During April 8 Solar Eclipse?
Whether it’s pouring rain or the sun shining bright, New York is set to be in the trajectory of the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8th. It won’t matter if you will be observing from the path of totality upstate or catching the moon’s shadow obscuring most of the sun in NYC, cloud cover […]
Trump’s Bid To Postpone New York Trial Fails, Immunity Lost
On Wednesday, a New York judge dismissed former President Donald Trump‘s request to postpone his impending criminal trial until the Supreme Court decides on his expansive assertion of presidential immunity. Putting forth his argument in a legal document filed in March, Trump implored Judge Juan Merchan to postpone the trial until after the Supreme Court […]
Navy Nabs 8 Oil Thieves, Seizes Crude-Laden Vessel In A’Ibom
The Nigerian Navy’s Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Ibaka, located in Mbo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, has apprehended eight individuals believed to be involved in oil theft. Additionally, a vessel carrying 30,000 liters of crude oil was seized during the operation. Capt. Uche Aneke, the Commanding Officer of FOB Ibaka, made this […]
Northern Elders Criticize Tinubu On Electricity Tariff Hike
President Bola Tinubu’s government decision to hike electricity charges has been met with staunch resistance from the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), who have voiced their disapproval. Describing the tariff surge as reckless, the forum accused the government of turning a blind eye to the welfare and livelihoods of the Nigerian populace. Through a statement delivered […]
Prostate Cancer Cases To Double In 2 Decades, Study Predicts
Projections based on current trends suggest that prostate cancer diagnoses will double globally between 2020 and 2040, as per new research. The statistics paint a picture of escalating yearly prostate cancer cases, set to soar from 1.4 million in 2020 to 2.9 million by 2040, according to projections. Over the same period, fatalities from the […]
Panic As 4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits New York
Reports reaching the desk of Africa Today News, New York has it that a 4.7 magnitude earthquake has occurred in the New York City (NYC) area of New York State, United States of America. At 10:45 am (New York Time), an earthquake hit, causing panic among the residents. Africa Today News, New York reports that […]
Ikpeazu Affirms Commitment To PDP, Denies Exit Intentions
Former Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has given his word to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faithful in the state, affirming his loyalty to the party and his intention to work together with fellow members in its restoration. Speaking at the party’s caucus gathering convened at the newly established party headquarters in Umuahia, the […]