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Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has drawn a firm line against the practice of unlawful and extended detention within the Nigeria Police Force, declaring that such actions will be met with severe disciplinary repercussions. In a decisive move to restore public confidence, Egbetokun stressed that adherence to legal detention timelines is non-negotiable, and any deviation will be treated as a grave breach of professional conduct. The IG’s directive, relayed through Force spokesman Muyiwa Adejobi, underscores a zero-tolerance stance towards practices that erode the fundamental rights of citizens. He articulated that prolonged and illegal detentions not only violate constitutional provisions but…
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, reemerged in the public eye on Sunday, attending a special prayer, worship, and thanksgiving service at the Salvation Ministries Headquarters in the Government Reservation Area (GRA) of Port Harcourt. This appearance comes five days after President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspended Fubara from office. Amid speculations and rumors about his possible relocation to another South-South state, Fubara’s presence at the religious gathering dispelled such claims, demonstrating his continued presence within the state despite the ongoing political turmoil. During the service, the embattled governor expressed heartfelt gratitude to…
In a trending publication on social media, the government of Burkina Faso tends to put lots of smiles of faces of its students and citizenry. The Government is allegedly working on giving the students food at least twice a day. President Ibrahim Traore made it clear that Education is the key and he does not make jokes with it. He noted that works are ongoing for the construction of more hospitals, hostels, libraries and increase the number of meals given to students in the country.
Canada has rejected the asylum applications of at least 13,171 Nigerians between January 2013 and December 2024, with 811 rejections occurring in 2024 alone. This data, obtained from the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB), highlights the increasing difficulty for Nigerians seeking refuge in the country. The IRB grants refugee protection when the RPD determines that an applicant meets the United Nations’ definition of a Convention refugee. This definition applies to individuals who demonstrate a well-founded fear of persecution due to race, nationality, religion, political beliefs, or membership in…
In a bid at curbing escalating road fatalities and property damage, Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has announced plans to register herdsmen, particularly those engaged in camel herding, amidst a growing influx from neighbouring Niger Republic. The decision comes as a direct response to the alarming frequency of accidents caused by camels crossing state highways, especially during nighttime. “We cannot continue to lose lives and property due to the reckless behavior of camel herders,” Governor Namadi asserted during a recent meeting with the Camel Rearers Association of West Africa, highlighting the urgency of the situation. The governor’s…
In a move aimed at elevating the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport to international standards, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the commencement of a substantial infrastructure upgrade, necessitating the temporary cessation of all flight operations. The decision, made public on Sunday, underscores FAAN’s commitment to modernizing key aviation hubs across the nation. This comprehensive overhaul will address critical infrastructural needs, ensuring enhanced operational efficiency and passenger safety. A spokesperson for FAAN stated, “This temporary closure is essential to allow for the seamless execution of upgrade works. We recognize the inconvenience this may cause…
FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s Declaration Of State Of Emergency In Rivers State The president suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and all the members of the House of Assembly for six months. TEXT OF THE BROADCAST BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES, DECLARING STATE OF EMERGENCY IN RIVERS STATE ON TUESDAY 18 MARCH 2025 Fellow Nigerians, I feel greatly disturbed at the turn we have come to regarding the political crisis in Rivers State. Like many of you, I have watched with concern the development with the hope that the parties involved would allow good sense to…
The Kano State Government has dismissed reports suggesting that the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, has nullified the reinstatement of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano. Speaking to journalists in Kano on Saturday, the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi, clarified that the January 10, 2025 judgment delivered by the appellate court remains valid, affirming the state government’s authority to reinstate Sanusi II. Dederi stressed that only the Supreme Court has the power to overturn the appellate court’s decision, explaining that the recent ruling merely granted a stay of execution, not a reversal…
South Africa’s expelled Ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, has been given 72 hours to leave the US. Chrispin Phiri, spokesperson for International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola, confirmed to News24 that Pretoria was making arrangements for his return. Once in South Africa, he will be expected to debrief Pretoria. “And then, from there, Pretoria will assess what are the next steps that need to be done and attend to it.” He said Pretoria had received official confirmation from the SA mission in the US late on Friday night that Rasool had been expelled.