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Norbert Maiksner, 49, has been jailed for life with a minimum of 24 years for murdering his girlfriend, 45-year-old Nigerian Frances Obiefuleh. He wrapped tape around her face in Havant, Hampshire, in April last year. He was sentenced at Portsmouth Crown Court on Monday after a jury at the same court on Friday found him guilty … Continue reading “Nigerian woman’s killer-boyfriend jailed for life in UK”
The Christian Faith Reporters Association (CFRA) has called for renewed commitment to peace, justice, and national unity as Christians in Nigeria join others worldwide to celebrate Easter. In an Easter message signed yesterday by its President, Adeola Ogunlade, said that the association said the significance of the season—marked by sacrifice, hope, redemption, and the triumph … Continue reading “CFRA urges hope, justice at Easter amid rising insecurity”
By Chioma Obinna Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, CAPPA, and other stakeholders have thrown their weight behind the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, on proposed sodium reduction regulations aimed at tackling the rising burden of hypertension and other diet-related diseases in Nigeria. CAPPA’s Executive Director, Akinbode Oluwafemi, gave the … Continue reading “Sodium: CAPPA, stakeholders back NAFDAC to curb hypertension”
By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki ABAKALIKI — Suspected gunmen have killed the traditional ruler of Ishinkwo community in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Eze Josephat Ikegwu. Eyewitnesses said the monarch was shot through the window of his bedroom on Tuesday night while he was at home with his wife. Sources indicated that the attack … Continue reading “Gunmen kill traditional ruler in Ebonyi”
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has called on the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu to provide a detailed account of over ₦158 trillion in foreign loans allegedly secured within the last three years. The party also expressed concern that recently approved loans by the National Assembly could be misapplied or … Continue reading “SDP asks Tinubu to account for N158tn loans, raises concerns over 2027 spending”
By Victor Ahiuma-Young As the future of work rapidly shifts under the weight of digital platforms, automation, and fragile labour systems, African trade unions are racing to ensure the continent is not sidelined in shaping global labour standards. From the expanding gig economies of cities like Lagos and Nairobi, to emerging digital workspaces across the continent, jobs … Continue reading “ITUC-Africa rallies continent for stronger voice on jobs, regulation at global labour talks”
— Briefs Tinubu in Aso Villa—Says President emotionally touched By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang on Wednesday said the state and security agencies were yet to identify those that carried out the Sunday killing Angwam in the state and their motives of embarking on such a barbaric act. Governor Mutfwang … Continue reading “Plateau killing: We ‘re yet to identify attackers – Gov Mutfwang”
—As FG, UNDP move to transform Nigerian varsities into AI innovation, digital talent hubs By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima will, on Tuesday, April 7, perform the formal flag off the first University Innovation Pods (UNIPOD) in Nigeria at the University of Lagos. UNIPOD, an initiative of the United Nations … Continue reading “Shettima to launch first varsity pods in Nigeria at UNILAG”
A new study has revealed that many popular graduate degrees don’t come with paychecks that justify the cost. Oftentimes, bachelor’s degree holders go back to school to level up in the job market. While many complete graduate programs in hopes of finding higher-paying jobs, the notion is reportedly more myth than fact. A new report … Continue reading “For Those Applying To Grad School, New Study Reveals Some Graduate Programs Don’t ‘Pay Up’”
Legendary rapper Salt of Salt-N-Pepa is asking fans to take it easy on TLC’s Chilli after it was revealed she donated to MAGA-tied committees, Hot 97 reports. Salt, whose real name is Cheryl James, defended Chilli, whose real name is Rozonda Thomas, after she was being dragged online after campaign finance records indicated that Thomas … Continue reading “Salt of Salt-N-Pepa Urges Fans To Give TLC’s Chilli Some Grace Amid MAGA Allegations”