AGF Supports Decriminalization of Suicide: A Progressive Step Towards Mental Health Awareness The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has reiterated his support for the decriminalization of suicide in Nigeria, emphasizing that efforts are underway to review the current law. Fagbemi’s stance reflects the growing recognition of mental…
Challenges Faced by Diesel Traders in Purchasing Dangote Products Fresh insights have emerged revealing the reasons behind why diesel traders are buying less from Dangote Refinery. Despite launching production of diesel and aviation fuel earlier this year, only around 3% of local oil marketers have patronized the refinery. This has led to the company exporting…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has expressed serious concern over the deteriorating health of their detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu, while warning the Nigerian government, under President Bola Tinubu, of potential consequences if any harm comes to him. In a statement released on Monday by the IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, the group…
Ahead of the Edo State governorship election scheduled for September 21, 2024, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, has issued a N20 billion defamation claim against Senator Adams Oshiomhole. Ighodalo’s legal team demands an immediate retraction of Oshiomhole’s comments and a public apology, threatening a lawsuit if these conditions are not met….
Excitement is in the air as the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League (UCL) kicks off, and Nigerian stars in the 2024/25 UCL are set to make their mark. With the tournament expanding to 36 teams, this season promises more thrilling moments. Nigerian talents are among the players to watch as they represent their clubs and country…
Telcos Begin Blocking Phone Lines Without NIN as Deadline Expires Telecommunications companies in Nigeria have initiated the disconnection of phone lines that have not complied with the NIN-SIM linkage phone line disconnection policy. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) had set a September 14 deadline for linking National Identification Numbers (NIN) to SIM cards, and as…
Accusations of Ethnic Bias Against Dabiri-Erewa in Ihejirika’s Mistaken Identity Death Row Case Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), has been accused of ethnic bias after failing to mention a critical aspect of Ihejirika’s mistaken identity death row case during a public announcement. Emma Ihejirika, a Nigerian wrongfully sentenced to death…
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has called for strict measures to punish those with PVCs but refuse to vote in elections. In his statement on social media, Sani emphasized that individuals who collect their Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) but fail to participate in voting should face consequences. This suggestion is aimed at addressing Nigeria’s…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended its former Publicity Secretary, Tajudeen Aro, following his public statements accusing the party of misleading the public. Aro, who previously held a key communications role within the party, has come under fire for his bold claims that the APC has been “deceiving people.” In a move aimed at…
While buying a used car can save you a significant amount of money upfront, it’s essential to avoid unreliable used cars that may end up costing you more in repairs and maintenance. Some cars might appear to be a bargain, but their long-term reliability could make them expensive liabilities. To achieve financial freedom and make…
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