The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced Hussaini Isma’il, a senior Boko Haram leader, to 20 years in prison. Justice Emeka Nwite delivered the judgment on Tuesday. Isma’il, also known as Maitangaran, was convicted on four counts filed by the Federal Government. In count one, he received a 15-year term. Counts two, three, and…
The Abia State Government, through the Abia Structures Signage and Advertisement Agency (ABSSAA), will demolish billboards and outdoor advertising structures that threaten public safety. This decision follows a comprehensive integrity assessment of high-rise advertising structures across the state. Authorities said the measure will prevent accidents and protect residents. Integrity Tests Reveal Safety Risks ABSSAA engineers…
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Mr. Bolaji Aliyu, says Africa loses over $50 billion every year to illicit financial flows. Furthermore, he made this statement at the Realnews Magazine 13th Anniversary Lecture Series in Lagos. The theme was “Cybersecurity, Illicit Financial Flow, and Agenda 2063 in Africa.”…
The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has urged Nigerians to collect over 294,000 processed driver’s licences waiting at FRSC centres nationwide. Officials say the backlog is affecting service flow and slowing reforms. PEBEC Praises FRSC for Clearing Backlog The Council commended the FRSC for clearing its nationwide backlog and raising daily production to 15,000…
US Congressman Riley M. Moore met with a top Nigerian delegation led by National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu to address Christian persecution and rising terrorism across Nigeria. The meeting was direct, urgent, and centered on growing global concern for vulnerable Christian communities. Christian Persecution Takes Center Stage During the talks, Nigerian officials outlined the serious…
The Nigerian Senate announces the death of Senator Okey Ezea. He represents Enugu North Senatorial District. Ezea passed away on Tuesday night in the United Kingdom. Moreover Ezea receives medical treatment abroad. He seeks care in Germany first. Then he moved to the UK for further help.The Official Response of the Senate Deputy Senate President…
One of the 25 girls abducted from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Kebbi State on Sunday has escaped and returned home safely. Meanwhile, school Principal Musa Rabi Magaji confirmed the escape. He said the girl broke free minutes after the attack. Additionally, another student, who was not among the 25 confirmed abducted, also managed…
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called on the National Assembly to increase the proposed women’s recruitment quota in the Nigeria Police Act (Amendment) Bill from 15 per cent to 30 per cent. Auwal Rafsanjani, Executive Director of CISLAC and head of Transparency International – Nigeria, made the statement on Tuesday in Abuja….
Rapper Nicki Minaj delivered a powerful UN speech hosted by the U.S. Mission to the United Nations, where she thanked President Donald Trump for addressing the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Moreover, she said she felt a “deep sense of gratitude” for the administration’s commitment to religious freedom. Additionally, Minaj highlighted the urgent need for…
Indonesian officials captured a fugitive Chinese executive. This action underscores growing ties between nations in tackling financial crimes. The Arrest on Batam Island Authorities arrested the 58 year old man, known as WZ, on Thursday. They detained him on Batam, Indonesia’s western island. Immigration officers acted swiftly after receiving a request from the Chinese embassy…
