Amnesty International has warned the President Bola Tinubu administration against threatening Nigerians planning to protest against the current economic hardship and hunger in the country. The global human rights body stated that threatening peaceful protesters is unlawful and a clear attack on freedom of assembly, as guaranteed by international law and the 1999 Constitution of…
On Sunday, a controversial list surfaced online, including notable individuals such as Nollywood actress Ini Edo, Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci, and media personality Nancy Isime, as alleged side chicks of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The list alleged that these women have been financially supported by Akpabio and are living lavish lifestyles both in…
The President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the much anticipated South East Development Commission (SEDC) Bill into law. This was revealed by the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu who sponsored the bill alongside other members of House from the south east region. The bill sought to establish a commission that…
The House of Representatives has adjourned its legislative activities until September 16, 2024, to observe its annual recess. Speaker Hon. Tajudeen Abbas and Deputy Speaker Hon. Benjamin Kalu commended their colleagues for their support, unity, and harmony during the first legislative year. The adjournment motion, sponsored by Majority Leader Hon. Julius Ihonbvere, was passed to…
Amnesty International has warned the President Bola Tinubu administration against threatening Nigerians planning to protest against the current economic hardship and hunger in the country. The global human rights body stated that threatening peaceful protesters is unlawful and a clear attack on freedom of assembly, as guaranteed by international law and the 1999 Constitution of…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has apologized to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for his comments during last week’s plenary, which sparked outrage on social media for being sexist. Akpabio had told Akpoti-Uduaghan not to speak without recognition, adding that the Senate is not a “nightclub”. The comments led to widespread criticism from women’s groups and individuals. On…
Lionel Messi, captain of the Argentina national team and Inter Miami forward, will be evaluated weekly after suffering a ligament injury in his right ankle during the Copa America final. Messi exited Argentina’s 1-0 win over Colombia in the 64th minute, visibly in pain, and was later seen with a badly swollen ankle. Inter Miami…
New Fenerbahce Manager Jose Mourinho’s has won his first game in charge of the club. A seven-goal thriller ensures the Turkish side won 4-3 in the first leg of the Champions League second qualifying round at Lugano. Fenerbahce and the Special One were reliant on Edin Dzeko’s hat-trick, but they had to do it the…
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Communications and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has reacted to the threat by Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, to institute a lawsuit against him. Onanuga recently alleged that Obi and his supporters were responsible for the planned nationwide protests against the Tinubu-led government over…
The federal government has scheduled an emergency meeting for Wednesday morning to address a planned nationwide protest on August 1. President Bola Tinubu has urged protesters to shelve their plans, pleading for more time to execute people-oriented programs. The meeting, attended by ministers and presidential advisers, aims to address grievances over the rising cost of…
