Glynn Simmons, a 71-year-old man who spent nearly five decades in prison for a murder he did not commit, will receive a $7.15 million settlement from the city of Edmond, Oklahoma. Simmons, who is black, was exonerated last year after serving 48 years, one month, and 18 days in prison, making him the inmate who…
The prolonged scarcity of petrol has worsened across various states in Nigeria, with widespread queues at filling stations and prices reaching up to N1,000/litre. The situation has led to increased transport fares and long wait times for passengers. Marketers blame the scarcity on the limited supply by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), which…
The Coalition of Rivers State Leaders has urged President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the ongoing political dispute between Minister Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara, warning that the situation could escalate into severe conflict if left unchecked. The coalition, led by Chief Sunnie Chukumele, criticized the federal government for neglecting the situation and accused…
President Bola Tinubu has recommended Abdullahi Ganduje, the current national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for an ambassadorial position, despite Ganduje’s ongoing corruption trial. Ganduje, who faces charges totaling over N50 billion, has expressed dissatisfaction with the offer, claiming the charges against him are unfounded. The nomination has raised concerns about Ganduje’s suitability…
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended Justice Kudirat Motonmori Kekere-Ekun to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointment as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). The NJC made the nomination at its 106th meeting, which took place on August 14 and 15, and was presided over by the current Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice…
Former Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is nearing a deal to become the new head coach of the USA men’s national team, with talks in advanced stages. The 52-year-old Argentine has been the primary target to lead the team into the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States. Pochettino has had numerous…
Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips is expected to join newly promoted Ipswich Town on loan for the season. The 28-year-old has struggled to break into the City starting side since his £45m move from Leeds two years ago. Phillips had a loan spell at West Ham last season, but a combination of poor form and…
Governor Hope Uzodimma is set to inaugurate the third phase of the SkillUpImo programme on August 15, 2024, in Owerri. This latest iteration, dubbed Cohort 3A, represents a significant advancement in the state’s digital transformation efforts, spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital Economy and E-Government. Building on the success of previous cohorts, which have already…
Recently, Arewa Groups Accuse Ugochinyere Of Hiring Mercenaries To Blackmail Speaker Abbas, DeputyA coalition of Arewa groups led by the Northern Stakeholders Consultative Forum (NSCF) along with 72 other civil society organisations (CSOs) have accused Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, the member representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of fresh plots to blackmail…
The world is rapidly advancing into an era where skills, particularly in technology, have become the most valuable currency. Recognizing this, Governor Hope Uzodimma has taken a bold step with the Skill-Up Imo Project, a flagship program aimed at equipping Imo youths with the skills necessary to thrive in the digital economy. With the resumption…
