At Least 39 Killed in Kenya’s Anti-Tax Protests, Says Rights Watchdog
At least 39 people have been killed and hundreds more injured in anti-government demonstrations in Kenya, the national rights watchdog has said, as activists geared up for a new round of protests this week. The toll announced by the Kenya National…
Multiple Suicide Attacks in Borno State Leave Many Dead, Several People Injured
A series of coordinated suicide bombings rocked Borno State, leaving at least many people dead and more than 40 injured. Reports say no fewer than 18 people died. The attacks occurred in different locations, targeting civilians who were going about…
Enugu Group Welcomes General Ike Nwachukwu as UNN Pro-Chancellor, Wants Past Administration’s Wrongs Corrected
While welcoming General Ike Nwachukwu (rtd.) as the newly appointed Pro-Chancellor of the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), the Save Enugu Group (SEG), a frontline nongovernmental organization (NGO) and socio-political pressure group noted for its commitment to promoting good governance…
Former Kogi State Governor Seeks Trial Venue Change in EFCC Case
Alhaji Yahaya Bello, the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, is currently facing a 19-count charge brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a recent development, Bello’s legal team, led by Mr. Abdulwahab Mohammed, SAN,…
ARRA Makes Passionate Call for Unity in Championing the Cause of Refugees Worldwide
Asylum and Refugee Rights Advocates (ARRA) has issued a passionate call for solidarity and unity in championing the cause of refugees worldwide, following this year’s World Refugee Day. The NGO emphasized the need for collective efforts to make a significant…
Despite Court Ruling Sanusi Remains Emir – Kano Government Insists, Issues Fresh Eviction Notice To Ado Bayero
The Kano State government has said the ruling delivered by a Federal High Court presided over by Justice Abdullahi Muhammad Liman, earlier on Thursday, shows Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II is still the Emir of Kano. This is even as the…
Kano Appeal Court Puts the Brakes on Government’s Repeal of Emirates Law
In a significant legal development, the Federal High Court in Kano, presided over by Justice Abdullahi Muhammad Liman, has taken decisive action against the Kano State government’s attempt to repeal the Kano Emirates Council Law. The court’s ruling, delivered on…
Kogi State Government Takes Bold Action: Traditional Processions Banned in Kotonkarfe!
In a decisive move to safeguard peace and security, the Kogi State Government has issued a sweeping ban on all traditional processions within Kotonkarfe area of the state. Also affected by the order are its neighbouring communities. The ban was…
NATCOM Distances Self from Ex-Ag. DG’s Alleged Crimes, Says Adegbenro Acted Alone
The National Commission against the Proliferation of Arms, Light Weapons, and Pipeline Vandalism (NATCOM) has issued a clarion call of dissociation from the alleged illicit conduct of its erstwhile Acting Director-General, Adejare Adegbenro. With legal proceedings underway, NATCOM’s message is…
Abuja’s Business Climate Suffers Amidst Rising Security Concerns
Recent findings by an Africa-focused market/security intel gathering and strategic consulting firm, SBM Intelligence, have cast a spotlight on the escalating security issues in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, and their adverse impact on the city’s commercial activities. The report indicates a…
