An Abuja High Court on Monday adjourned until June 2 for continuation of trial of a former governor of Taraba, Darius Ishaku charged with 15 counts of criminal breach of trust, conspiracy and conversion of public funds to the tune of N27 billion. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on behalf of the Federal…
The Senate, on Wednesday, confirmed the appointment of four members of the Police Service Commission (PSC). The confirmation followed the approval of the report of the Senate Committee on Police Affairs as presented by its Chairman, Sen. Abdulhamid Malam-Madori. Presenting the report, Malam-Madori listed the members of the PSC to include: Justice Paul Galumje (Rtd),…
A former Florida lawmaker pleaded guilty Tuesday to wire fraud, money laundering and making false statements in connection with COVID-19 relief fraud, according to a news release from the Department of Justice. Former Republican State Rep. Joseph Harding acquired more than $150,000 in Small Business Administration loans by lying on loan applications, the department said….
President William Ruto has expressed his belief in Africa’s potential to achieve a more integrated, prosperous, and stable future. He emphasized the need for Africa to drive its own development, relying on its people, leaders, and resources. President Ruto highlighted the importance of reforming the African Union (AU) as a starting point. He lamented the…
Alhaji Lai Mohammed, Nigeria’s former Minister of Information and Culture, has paid an emotional tribute to the late President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a mentor, pillar of support and father figure whose death is a deeply personal loss. In a statement released on Monday from Abuja, Mohammed reflected on Buhari’s leadership and humanity, praising…
Children in the Bwari Area Council, FCT, on Monday, called on government at all levels to improve access to social amenities and infrastructure for the development of the community. Some of the children, who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said that it was paramount for the country’s leaders to remember the immediate…
Russia has attacked Ukraine for the second consecutive night with heavy airstrikes involving various weapon types, initial reports from Ukrainian authorities said on Monday morning. At least five people were killed, two due to a rocket strike on a hotel in Kryvyi Rih and three others due to drone attacks on Zaporizhzhya, they said. According…
President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reaffirmed the country’s strong support for Syria’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The UAE president made the reaffirment during his meeting at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi with visiting Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, according to a statement. He welcomed al-Sharaa…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has staged a peaceful protest in Abuja, challenging the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to withdraw recognition of the party leadership led by David Mark. The demonstration, which took place on Wednesday, saw party members march from Maitama Roundabout to INEC headquarters in the Federal Capital Territory….
Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Wednesday said he inherited N8.98 billion debt in legal liabilities. He said this in Abuja at the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the party held at its national secretariat. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that President Bola Tinubu, Vice…
