The Nigerian government has urged the European Union (EU) to step up its support in addressing the nation’s security issues. Speaking at the “Road to Schuman Forum on Security and Defence,” organized by the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in collaboration with the EU, Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru highlighted the global interconnectedness of security…
The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, expressed his belief that Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, will resolve their differences. The rift between Governor Fubara and Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, escalated recently when five pro-Wike commissioners resigned from Fubara’s cabinet. Addressing journalists on…
The Lagos State Government is warning teachers and schools against utilizing the additional one-hour after official closing time for paid extra lessons, threatening strict action against violators. Commissioning a block of classrooms and furniture at the Amuwo-Odofin Junior High School Complex, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, emphasized that the extra hour…
In the midst of recent resignations and allegations plaguing the Miss USA organization, Savannah Gankiewicz, originally the first runner-up at the 2023 Miss USA pageant representing Hawaii, has assumed the title of Miss USA. Expressing her commitment to the role, the 28-year-old stated, “While this decision was not made lightly, I firmly believe that…
Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, alias Evans, a convicted kidnapper, along with his co-defendant Joseph Emeka, who are facing murder charges, are exploring the option of a plea bargain. Yusuf Sule, the lead prosecuting counsel, disclosed this to the Lagos High Court in Ikeja, under the jurisdiction of Justice Adenike Cokers, during a hearing on May 16. The…
