A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, adjourned a fresh N1 billion suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the federal government until 4 March for hearing.
Year: 2024
Actor Idris Elba calls for action over UK knife crime
Actor Idris Elba on Monday urged the UK government to take urgent action to reduce knife crime, with public concern at mounting numbers of young people being injured or killed…
Franz Beckenbauer: German football icon who revolutionised the game
Franz Beckenbauer, one of football’s iconic figures and a rare World Cup winner as both player and coach, revolutionised the way the game is played. Born in Munich in 1945,…
Henry reveals battle with depression throughout his career
Arsenal and France legend Thierry Henry has revealed he suffered with depression during his stellar playing career. The 46-year-old, who won the World Cup with France and is Arsenal’s all-time…
French PM resigns as Macron seeks to relaunch presidency
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne resigned on Monday as President Emmanuel Macron prepared to unveil a long-awaited cabinet reshuffle in a bid to give new momentum to the final three…
Bayern Munich and Germany legend Franz Beckenbauer dies
Bayern Munich and Germany legend Franz Beckenbauer has died at the age of 78, his family have confirmed. An icon of the German game, the former centre-back won the World…
JUST-IN: EFCC Invites Suspended Minister, Betta Edu, For Questioning
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited the suspended minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, Betta Edu, to its headquarters in Abuja, for questioning.
Yahaya Bello sacks 4 Kogi monarchs, appoints new Ohinoyi of Ebiraland
The Kogi State Government has deposed four traditional rulers, including a first-class traditional ruler, the Ohimege Igu, Konto-Nkarfe, and Alhaji Abdulrazaq Koto. Koto was subsequently banished to Rijau Local Government…
Tinubu suspends Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Betta Edu
President Bola Tinubu has suspended the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, with immediate effect. Recall that the Presidency had said the appropriate authorities are investigating…
Full List: Golden Globes 2024 winners
The winners at the 2024 Golden Globes have been announced, with Oppenheimer and Succession leading the film and TV winners. Here are the winners of the 81st Golden Globe Awards,…
JUST-IN: Ex-Minister Sadiya Honours EFCC Invitation Over Alleged N37bn Fraud
Former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, has finally honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over N37billion corruption allegation against her.
‘Oppenheimer’ tops Golden Globes on bittersweet night for ‘Barbie’
“Oppenheimer,” Christopher Nolan’s drama about the inventor of the atomic bomb, topped the Golden Globes on Sunday — but its fellow summer smash hit “Barbie” missed out on best comedy…
Number of missing in Japan quake jumps to over 300
The country is haunted by the monster quake of 2011 that triggered a tsunami, left around 18,500 people dead.
Most influential Nigerian political leaders of 2023
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Uba Sani: From Crusader to Governor
The narrative of Uba Sani, the current governor of Kaduna State, is deeply entwined with the political and activist fabric of Nigeria.