ECOWAS Court Finds FG Guilty Of Human Rights Violations During #EndSARS
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has found the Nigerian Federal Government guilty of human rights abuses in its response to the #EndSARS protest in October 2020. The community court of justice ruled on Wednesday that the Nigerian government’s actions, particularly its use of force at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, breached […]
Newcastle co-owners Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi will leave the club
Newcastle United Football Club has announced that its co-owners, Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi, will be leaving the club. This decision is part of a plan that involves the sale of their shares after three years of ownership. Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi have been involved in the ownership of Newcastle United for the past […]
Tinubu Has Shut His Doors, Even Some Ministers Can’t See Him – Ndume
Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, has expressed concern over the rising cost of living and food scarcity. In an interview with BBC Hausa, Ndume said the federal government’s inability to address these issues is a major challenge, adding that some ministers are unable to meet with President Bola Tinubu to discuss the matter. […]
Messi scores as Argentina defeats Canada to qualify for Copa America final
Argentina comfortably defeated Canada 2-0 in the Copa America 2024 semi-finals, punching their ticket to their second consecutive Copa America final. Argentina vs Canada opened Copa America 2024, and now, the two Group A teams met again at MetLife Stadium in the tournament’s first semi-final. Just last week, La Albiceleste survived a late-game equalizer from […]
Lamine Yamal sends Spain into Euros final place after 2-1 victory against France
Spain’s Lamine Yamal scored a wondergoal to become the youngest scorer in men’s European Championship history to help knock out tournament favourites France and reach the final of Euro 2024. The 16-year-old fired a stunning strike into the top cover from outside the penalty area to equalise after Randal Kolo Muani’s early opener in the […]
560 Repentant Boko Haram Militants Commence Training In Borno
The 8th batch of the re-integration of low risk and minors of 560 repentant Boko Haram Militants have commenced training in Maiduguri, Borno State, North-East Nigeria. The essence of the training is to prepare them for life after camp. The re-integration training will be on between 6 and 9 months. According to Brigadier General Abdullah […]
Governor Yusuf orders crackdown on groups promoting LGBT rights in Kano
The Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has ordered a crackdown on individuals and groups suspected to be promoting and advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender rights in the state. According to Punch, Governor Yusuf gave the directive following rising tensions over the activities of groups allegedly promoting same-sex marriage in the state. The state […]
Former Liverpool And Brazil National Team Player Roberto Firmino Becomes Pastor
Former Liverpool and Brazil forward Roberto Firmino has become a pastor of an evangelical church that he founded in Maceio, Brazil, alongside his wife Larissa Pereira. According to Brazilian news outlet Globo, via Liverpool Echo, it took place on Sunday, June 30. In a statement on social media, Firmino and Pereira said: “Since our first […]
Chinua Achebe’s Daughter, Maureen, Wins Prestigious Harvard Medical School Award
Maureen Achebe, daughter of renowned novelist Chinua Achebe, has been honored with the 2024 Faculty Development and Diversity Award by Brigham and Women’s Hospital. This prestigious recognition celebrates her outstanding contributions and commitment to diversity in the medical field. Chidi Achebe shared the news, revealing that Maureen received the award notification in a letter from […]
New Minimum Wage to Benefit Corps Members, NYSC Confirms
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has clarified that the new minimum wage will benefit corps members, countering previous reports that President Bola Tinubu announced a new allowance package for them. On Monday, July 8, NYSC spokesman Eddy Megwa reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to providing accurate information. He emphasized that while the claim of a […]