AFRICA

Supreme Court Affirms Six-Year Jail Term for Ex-Bank PHB MD Francis Atuche Over N25.7bn Fraud

The Supreme Court has confirmed Atuche’s guilt in N25.7 billion fraud, dismissing arguments for overturning the trial court’s verdict.

3 months ago

Lagos Appeal Court Upholds Actor Baba Ijesha’s Conviction For Sexual Assault

Lagos Appeal Court has reduced Baba Ijesha's sentence on some charges but upheld his conviction for indecent treatment and sexual…

3 months ago

Tinubu Approves Appointment of Eight New Federal Permanent Secretaries

President Tinubu has announced the appointment of eight Permanent Secretaries to fill existing vacancies in the civil service.

3 months ago

‘Hardworking Younger Sister’: Okonjo-Iweala Extends Warm Birthday Wishes To UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala wished UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed a happy birthday via a post on X.

3 months ago

More Boko Haram Terrorists Surrender To Nigerian Troops

Three more Boko Haram terrorists have surrendered to the Multinational Joint Task Force in Cameroon and Nigeria.

3 months ago

Tinubu Rejoices With UN Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed At 63

Tinubu has extended his warm congratulations to the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, on her 63rd birthday.

3 months ago

FCCPC Investigates Three Steel Firms In Ogun State For Substandard Iron Rods

The FCCPC is investigating three Ogun State steel firms following reports of anti-competitive behaviour and production of substandard iron rods.

3 months ago

Jonathan, Lokpobiri See Bright Future For Nigeria Despite Economic Challenges

Former President Jonathan and deputy petroleum minister Lokpobiri have expressed their confidence in Nigeria's ability to overcome current challenges.

3 months ago

No Amount of Blackmail Will Stop Senate From Approving New Presidential Jet, Akpabio Says 

Akpabio says no amount of blackmail will stop the senate from its responsibilities, including approving new aircraft for the President.

3 months ago

Keyamo: Private Jet Operations Used for  Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering

Aviation Minister Keyamo has raised the alarm that private jet operations were largely used for money laundering and drug trafficking.

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