Written by The Awolowo family has announced the passing of Olusegun Awolowo Jr., a prominent Nigerian lawyer and grandson of the late nationalist and statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. In a heartfelt statement, the family described Awolowo as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, highlighting his unwavering commitment to his family, his work, and his country. “He was […]
In an 11th-hour about-turn, the United States has told South Africa it wants to take part in this weekend’s G20 summit in Johannesburg, President Cyril Ramaphosa said Thursday. President Donald Trump’s administration had said it would not take part in the November 22-23 meeting and that no final statement by G20 leaders could be issued […]
The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) convened in the ancient city of Benin, where NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, highlighted the association’s strides in defending members’ rights, advancing judicial reforms, and raising Nigeria’s legal profile internationally. The historic gathering underscored lawyers’ role as “defenders of justice, custodians of dignity, […]
Britain’s Labour government plans to make some legal migrants wait up to 20 years before they can apply to settle in the UK permanently, the interior minister announced Thursday. The proposals, detailed by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, form part of efforts to reduce legal immigration and come days after she announced a shake-up of irregular […]
The Ogun State Police Command has deployed a tactical team to the Ajebo community in Obafemi-Owode Local Government, following a viral video alleging an imminent attack by herdsmen. In a statement on Friday, the Ogun Police Command Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, assured the community that there is no imminent threat of attack in … Continue reading “Police Deploy Tactical Team To Ogun Community Over Viral Attack Video”
In line with the judgement of a Federal High Court in Abuja, the Department of State Services (DSS) has moved the convicted leader of the proscribed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, to the Nigerian Custodial Centre in Sokoto. A source within the service said his movement followed his conviction and sentencing for … Continue reading “DSS Moves Nnamdi Kanu To Sokoto Custodial Centre”
The Plateau State Government has shut basic schools over what it described as “potential threats,” saying the move is with immediate effect. This directive was contained in a statement by the Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board (PSUBEB). “The Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board (PSUBEB) has directed the immediate closure of schools across … Continue reading “Plateau Shuts Basic Schools Over ‘Potential Threats’”
The Federal High Court in Abuja has admitted in evidence three video clips supplied by the Department of State Services (DSS) to puncture claims of duress by five suspected masterminds of the 2011 bombing of the United Nations complex in the city facing trial. The presiding judge, Justice Emeka Nwite, subsequently fixed the fifth … Continue reading “UN Complex Bombing: Court Admits Evidence In DSS Case Against Al-Barnawi, Others”
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Johannesburg, South Africa, where he will be representing President Bola Tinubu at the G20 Leaders’ Summit. He was received at the Waterkloof Air Force Base in Johannesburg by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun; Nigeria’s Chargé d’Affaires to South Africa, … Continue reading “Shettima Arrives South Africa For G20 Summit”
The Federal Government has ordered the immediate closure of 41 Federal Unity Colleges over rising security concerns. The directive was issued through a circular dated November 21, 2025, from the Federal Ministry of Education. According to the document, the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, approved the shutdown following “recent security challenges” in parts of … Continue reading “UPDATED: FG Orders Closure Of 41 Unity Colleges Over Security Concerns”