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…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that influential midfielder Kevin De Bruyne will remain at the club, despite being linked to a summer move to Saudi Arabia. De Bruyne, who has one year left on his contract, had previously expressed interest in considering an offer from the Saudi Pro-League due to the “incredible money”…
Former Governor and Labour Party Presidential Candidate Threatens Defamation Lawsuit Peter Obi, former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, has given Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Communication and Strategy, a 72-hour ultimatum to apologize for his claim that Obi was behind the planned nationwide protest. Obi’s counsel, Alex Ejesieme,…
The National Assembly has passed the Police Act Amendment Bill, which allows the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to complete their four-year tenure. President Bola Tinubu forwarded the Bill to the House of Representatives and Senate on Tuesday to amend the tenure of the IGP. The Bill aims to revolutionize police operations by enhancing accountability,…
President Bola Tinubu has appealed to Nigerians to cancel a planned protest against economic hardship, slated for next month. The protest, tagged “EndBadGovernance,” has gained traction on social media and is scheduled to hold across all states and the Federal Capital Territory in August. At a meeting with the President on Tuesday, Information Minister Mohammed…
President Bola Tinubu is set to commission the newly built Nigeria Police National Cybercrime Centre in Abuja on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. The state-of-the-art facility is designed to tackle the growing threat of cybercrime in Nigeria and enhance the country’s cybersecurity capabilities. According to a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa…
“In a swift move, the Nigerian National Assembly has passed the National Minimum Wage Act 2019 (Amendment Bill) just minutes after it was transmitted by President Bola Tinubu. The bill, which aims to increase the national minimum wage from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000, sailed through both the Senate and House of Representatives with ease, receiving unanimous…
“In a swift move, the Nigerian National Assembly has passed the National Minimum Wage Act 2019 (Amendment Bill) just minutes after it was transmitted by President Bola Tinubu. The bill, which aims to increase the national minimum wage from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000, sailed through both the Senate and House of Representatives with ease, receiving unanimous…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that the club is working to strengthen specific positions in the team, with the signing of Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori imminent. While Arteta wouldn’t comment on the progress of the deal, sources suggest that talks are advancing well and a £34m transfer is expected to be finalized soon. Arteta…
The Court of Appeal in Lagos has upheld the conviction of Mutiu Ogundare, the former Baale of Shangisha in Magodo, Lagos State, for faking his own kidnapping. Ogundare was sentenced to 15 years in prison by a Lagos State High Court in Ikeja, but he appealed the decision. On Monday, the Court of Appeal affirmed…
