Tag: Investigation

In a tragic incident, a coal mine in northern Afghanistan’s Dara-i Sof Payin district, Samangan province, collapsed late Saturday, leaving 32 miners trapped underground. Samangan governor spokesman, Esmat Muradi, confirmed the situation on Sunday, stating that rescuers have been working tirelessly to reach the miners. “Thirty-two people are trapped, and it’s not clear how many…

Kehinde Fajobi Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo over the weekend in Abeokuta, Ogun State, to discuss Nigeria’s political landscape. The meeting, held at Obasanjo’s Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) residence, also included former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke. Kwankwaso shared…

She hates us with what the Bible describes as “a perfect hatred,” yet in a much publicised and widely read open letter written in 2010 during her first bid to be elected into the UK Parliament, she begged the Nigerian community in her constituency to support her. “I find it interesting that everyone defines me…

Kehinde Fajobi Nigeria made a landmark payment of ₦85 billion ($54 million) to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on December 13, 2024, covering 100% of its community levy from January 2023 to July 2024. This payment was announced by ECOWAS Commission President, Omar Touray, during his opening remarks at the 66th Ordinary…

The footballing world will turn its gaze to Marrakech, Morocco, on Monday, December 16, 2024, as the Palais des Congrès hosts the prestigious CAF Awards. The event promises to honour the continent’s finest footballers, coaches, and contributors who have left an indelible mark on the game over the past year. Two renowned personalities will host…

Kehinde Fajobi The Federal Government has secured over 325 convictions of terrorists in trials held at the Kainji Detention Facility in Niger State, demonstrating significant progress in its fight against terrorism. According to a Sunday statement by the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), under the Office of the National Security Adviser, the convictions were recorded…

Kehinde Fajobi The Federal Government has commenced the construction of a smart divisional police headquarters and six residential quarters for rank-and-file officers in Mpape, a community in the Bwari Area Council of Abuja. The initiative, part of ongoing reforms, aims to transform Nigeria’s policing system by integrating modern technology and fostering inclusivity. Speaking at the…

Kehinde Fajobi President Bola Tinubu is hosting 11 West African leaders at the 66th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Abuja. The leaders convened at the State House Conference Centre on Sunday, under Tinubu’s chairmanship of the regional bloc. He…

Wolverhampton Wanderers have sacked head coach Gary O’Neil following a string of disappointing results that have left the club in deep relegation trouble. The 41-year-old, who took charge of Wolves in August 2023 after Julen Lopetegui’s departure, was dismissed after the team’s 2-1 home loss to Ipswich Town on Saturday. This marked their fourth straight…

As debates over the contentious Tax Reform Bill rage on, the Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has voiced grave concerns, urging the North to set aside sentimental opposition to the proposed legislation. Currently under review by the National Assembly, the Tax Reform Bill has ignited a spectrum of reactions across the country. However, resistance…

A former senator representing Kaduna Central has issued a stern warning about the perils of misusing social media, emphasizing the rising legal consequences of derogatory remarks made online. In a cautionary post shared on his verified Facebook page on the 15th of December, 2024, Senator Sani urged social media users to exercise caution and accountability…

Kehinde Fajobi The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has refuted claims that it invited former President Goodluck Jonathan to run in the 2027 presidential election under its platform. Ibrahim Abdullahi, the party’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, denied the reports in an interview with BBC Hausa. He explained that the PDP had not issued its presidential ticket…

Kehinde Fajobi A founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osita Okechukwu, has accused the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of being responsible for Nigeria’s drift toward a one-party state, dismissing criticisms directed at the APC and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as misplaced. In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, Okechukwu argued that…

Kehinde Fajobi UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has criticised Nigeria’s police, recounting an incident where officers allegedly stole her brother’s shoe and watch. In an interview with The Free Press, Badenoch said her experiences with the Nigerian police were overwhelmingly negative compared to her positive encounters with British law enforcement. She said, “The police…

Kehinde Fajobi The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has dismissed claims that it approved a herbal tea promoting smoking as healthy. In a statement released on Sunday, the agency’s Director General clarified that the product, known as Lung Detox Tea or Lungitox (Smokers Pride), is not registered with NAFDAC. The…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has acknowledged the difficult economic conditions Nigerians are facing and pleaded for patience as his administration implements reforms to stabilize the nation. Speaking at the 48th convocation ceremony of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, the President, represented by Tope Fasua, Special Adviser on Economy in the Office of the…

Kehinde Fajobi The Rights Enforcement and Public Law Centre (REPLACE) conducted a sensitisation programme at the Mile 12 International Market, educating traders on their legal rights, and other provisions of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law (ACJL) of Lagos State. The session, which took place on Saturday, December 14, aimed to empower participants with practical…

A storm is brewing within the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as tensions reach a boiling point over demands for the removal of the party chairman, Ade Adetimehin. The call for his ouster took a dramatic turn when aggrieved youths staged a provocative protest at the party’s secretariat. The scene was…

Rumors circulating on social media about the death of the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, are not true. In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja, Mr. Rotimi Oyekanmi, Chief Press Secretary to Prof. Yakubu, labeled the reports as fake news, urging the public to disregard the claims. “The…

South Korea was thrown into political turmoil on Saturday as President Yoon Suk Yeol faced an unprecedented impeachment by the nation’s parliament. The dramatic move followed Yoon’s controversial bid to declare martial law a decision that not only stunned the country but also fractured his own party. According to Al Jazeera, a decisive 204 lawmakers…