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Court summons Tunji-Ojo, AGF over proposed expatriate employment levy

The Federal High Court in Abuja has summoned the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, regarding the controversial Expatriate Employment Levy (EEL). The court ordered both officials to appear on January 16, 2025, to explain why the proposed levy should not be stopped. This directive follows a […]

BREAKING: Ex-IGP Okiro withdraws from Ohanaeze President General contest

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP), Sir Mike Okiro, has stepped down from the race to become the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. His decision follows a court order from the Enugu State High Court that barred him from participating in the election. During a press briefing in Enugu, Sir Okiro expressed disappointment over the […]

Even inside airports, no security – Igboho speaks on why Nigeria should breakup

Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho, has once again spoken about why he believes Nigeria should separate into different nations. Speaking in a video recorded at a UK airport, Igboho pointed out the lack of security at Nigerian airports as an example of the country’s deep-rooted problems. According to him, the […]

Sanwo-Olu signs N3.366trn Lagos 2025 budget

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved Lagos State’s budget of N3.366 trillion for the year 2025. The announcement was made by Gboyega Akosile, his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, on Thursday, January 9, 2025. The Lagos State House of Assembly had passed the budget on January 6, 2025, after a detailed review by lawmakers. Speaker […]

Probe Boko Haram’s funding and training – CDS Christopher Musa tells UN

Nigeria has called on the United Nations (UN) to investigate how Boko Haram, the notorious terrorist group, has been receiving funding and training for over 15 years. General Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, emphasized the need for international scrutiny during a recent interview with Al-Jazeera. Musa raised concerns about the group’s access to […]

Speed Darlington petitions DIG over continued detention

Nigerian singer and entertainer Speed Darlington, also known as Darlington Achakpo, has petitioned the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Dasuki Galadanchi, to enforce a court order concerning his detention. Speed Darlington has been in custody over allegations of defamation and cyberstalking fellow musician Burna Boy (real name Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu). On December 23, 2024, […]

West Ham United appoint Graham Potter as manager after Julen Lopetegui sacking

West Ham United has named Graham Potter as their new manager following the dismissal of Julen Lopetegui. The decision comes after a disappointing period for Lopetegui, with the team sitting 14th in the Premier League, just seven points above the relegation zone. Potter, who previously managed Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea, signed a two-and-a-half-year […]