A French court this week handed an Iran-born man a suspended 10-month sentence for entering the Iranian consulate in Paris with fake grenades in what he said was "revenge" for a crackdown at home that targeted his family. The 61-year-old,…
China condemned on Tuesday as "groundless accusations" US claims that Beijing was fuelling the Ukraine war by supplying components to Russia that it uses for its military expansion. China and Russia have ramped up economic cooperation and…
The North Central Citizens Council (NCCC), has expressed opposition to the alleged attempt to humiliate the former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, amidst accusations of misappropriation of funds during his tenure. This comes after…
Donald Trump faces a contempt of court hearing on Tuesday as part of his historic criminal trial, with New York prosecutors insisting the former president repeatedly violated the gag order issued to prevent him from intimidating witnesses.…
The UN called on Britain on Tuesday to reconsider plans to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda, warning it threatened the rule of law and set "a perilous precedent globally." The UK government's controversial Rwanda scheme has been beset by…
Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, has reflected on the competitiveness and rivalry among colleagues in the movie industry. She opened up about how she and Funke Akindele were at odds with each other but also acknowledged that they were…
Streaming platform, Netflix has reported a record growth in Q1 of 2024, continuing from where it stopped last Year. In its latest Q1 2024 report, Netflix unveiled impressive figures indicating a significant uptick in revenue growth. This…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking the disqualification of Gov. Douye Diri of Bayelsa and his deputy, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Justice Emeka Nwite, in a judgement, held that the suit lacked merit as the plaintiff had…
Senegal's new leader, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has called for a "rethought" relationship with the EU during a visit by European Council President Charles Michel. Faye, who was inaugurated as president on April 2, was elected on pledges of…
Twelve militants have been killed in the southern Philippines during a gun battle with security forces that left seven soldiers wounded, the army said in a statement. The firefight happened Monday in Maguindanao del Sur province on…
The China General Chamber of Commerce (CGCC) in Nigeria, says no Nigerian has been subjected to discrimination or denied access to the Chinese supermarket. The supermarket is located within the premises of the Royal Choice Estate, Airport…
Two Malaysian military helicopters collided and crashed during a training session on Tuesday, killing all 10 crew onboard, the country's rescue agency said. "The two helicopters collided during flight training. All 10 victims on board have…
President Bola Tinubu has called on African countries to conscientiously tackle poverty, inequality and social injustice as root causes of terrorism. He equally canvassed the establishment of a regional counter-terrorism centre...
Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is grappling with a significant housing shortage for its members across all ranks, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has disclosed.
As the world marks International Mother Earth, instituted by United Nations, ECO2RUPPERS Africa has unfolded measures aimed at saving Nigeria and other African countries the sum of $70 billion from the impact of plastic pollution.
The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), also known as cooking gas, has continued its upward swing rising by 7.1 per cent in the last month, thus making life more difficult for Nigerians who are struggling with food inflation.
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, lamented the sorry state of Niger Delta, saying the region is currently considered the most polluted in the world due to the high amount of spills.
On December 26, 1991, Algerians voted in the first round of parliamentary elections. Over 40 parties fielded candidates. As returns started coming through, it became clear the country was in the throes of a political earthquake.
The Bayelsa State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has reserved judgment in a petition filed by the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timipre Sylvia, against the declaration of Douye Diri as the governor of the state…
As a journalist always on the lookout for intriguing stories, the buzz surrounding the "Freezing Oil Challenge" piqued my curiosity. What exactly does this challenge entail, and what deeper insights lie beneath its surface
Olisa Agbakogba Legal (OAL) said it is poised to seek ways to address governance and environmental justice in Nigeria. The firm made this commitment at the launching of its two publications titled, ‘Shaping Nigeria’s Future...
Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has asked the military to always go after killers of security operatives but spare the communities where the killings took place.
David Ricardo framed it as the law of diminishing returns. There is always a point of saturation. There comes a juncture where, to adapt the thesis of one of the most influential English economists of the nineteenth century, human…
Afenifere, yesterday, described the call for the exit of Yoruba from Nigeria as undesirable, self-serving and unnecessary.In a statement, the National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, maintained that the problems confronting Yorubaland and…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has cracked down a fake cosmetics operation at the Balogun Trade Fair Gate in Lagos.
Notwithstanding the posit of Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi that all hands need be on deck to tackle the persistent menace of terrorism and banditry in the country, his constant flirtations with the terrorists remain…
World Health Organisation (WHO) has partnered with the governments of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe (BAY) states, on proactive steps towards equipping local healthcare workers with skills needed to support vulnerable populations grappling
There is a brewing crisis in the political landscape of Rivers State as both the executive and legislative arms of the state government are locking horns over the governance of the state.
The law firm of Duale, Ovia and Alex-Adedipe (DOA) has announced the speakers for its 2024 Technology, Media and Telecommunication (TMT) Business Law Breakfast Series.