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Polaris Bank has asked the Niger State High Court in Minna to dismiss a criminal charge filed by the Niger State Internal Revenue Service against its Managing Director. The charge alleges the bank failed to provide information about customers who applied for foreign exchange. The bank, through its lawyer Usman Sule (SAN), argued that the … Read more
The House of Representatives is working to strengthen Nigeria-South Korea relations, according to Hon. Kolawole Akinlayo, the newly appointed Chairman of the Nigeria-South Korea Friendship Group Committee. Hon. Kolawole Akinlayo announced plans to meet with the South Korean Ambassador to Nigeria next week to discuss strengthening bilateral ties. He also called for a peaceful resolution … Read more
Saudi Arabia executed 10 Nigerians and 79 others in 2024, mostly for drug-related offenses. This number is nearly triple the total executions of 34 foreigners in 2023 and 2022. In 2024, Saudi Arabia executed 10 Nigerians and 79 other foreigners, including 21 Pakistanis, 20 Yemenis, and 14 Syrians. The European-Saudi Organisation for Human Rights (ESOHR) … Read more
Abiola Kayode, a 37-year-old Nigerian on the FBI’s most wanted list, has been extradited from Ghana to Nebraska, U.S., over a 2019 wire fraud conspiracy indictment. Ghanaian authorities arrested him and handed him over to FBI agents. Abiola Kayode appeared in court on December 11, 2024, and was ordered a detained pending trial. He is … Read more
US cops are puzzled after discovering $100 million worth of marijuana in a warehouse in Oak Hills, California, with no owner in sight. Neighbors had reported a strong smell coming from the newly built building, leading cops to find the entire 4,800-square-foot warehouse filled with bags of marijuana. The 3,000 bags, weighing 45 tons, … Read more
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu urged Ndigbo to support the 1999 Constitution review and collaborate on South-East development during a meeting with the South-East Legislators Forum. Kalu emphasized the importance of unity, urging an end to sit-at-home orders, saying, “Unity is power; we must come together for growth.” Kalu urged lawmakers to back the South East … Read more
A Lagos court sentenced Bamidele Folorunsho to 10 years for indecent treatment and sexual assault of a minor, including fondling her. Justice Rahman Oshodi sentenced Bamidele Folorunsho to 10 years after he pleaded guilty to his act of indecency. Initially arraigned in 2021, he changed his plea during a re-arraignment on December 11, 2024. Folorunsho … Read more
The Federal Government plans to establish creative villages of arts in all states, Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced after the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting. Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced that the Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy plans to create “Renewed Hope Creative Villages” at historic sites across Nigeria. The initiative aims … Read more
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has pledged to ensure a peaceful Christmas in the South-East, urging those returning home to do so safely. IPOB’s Media Secretary, Emma Powerful, emphasized the group’s commitment to ending insecurity and assured that the Eastern Security Network (ESN) would protect lives and property during the festive season. IPOB’s Media … Read more
Two individuals, Menwe Nnamdi James, 38, and Ekele Okorogba, 40, have been arraigned in a Port Harcourt court for allegedly spreading false information about the death of a motorcyclist. The case relates to the recent killing of a commercial motorcyclist in Ahoada, Bayelsa State. The Rivers State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) has charged the defendants … Read more
Four men will appear in a Paris court next year for allegedly harassing French First Lady Brigitte Macron online, the public prosecutor said Thursday. She has faced online disinformation about her gender and attacks over her 24-year age difference with President Emmanuel Macron. Brigitte Macron filed a complaint in August, leading to an investigation into … Read more
A Chief Magistrate’s Court in Iyaganku, Ibadan, ordered the remand of 12 auto mechanics at the Agodi Correctional Centre over alleged treasonable felony and other offences. The defendants face eight charges, including treasonable felony, threat to murder, defamation, publishing fake news, unlawful assembly, and causing fear. They are accused of threatening to forcefully remove Oyo … Read more
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) held its annual Christmas Carol and end-of-year thanksgiving at its Ijora-Olopa headquarters, attended by staff, management, and well-wishers. LAWMA Managing Director, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, expressed gratitude for God’s blessings on the agency despite challenges, praising staff for their dedication and urging them to continue their good work. Dr. Gbadegesin … Read more
Ibeju-Lekki General Hospital in Lagos provided free medical and surgical care to 1,113 residents during a one-week program. Medical Director Dr. Ime Okon reaffirmed the hospital’s commitment to improving health outcomes through quality care. Dr. Ime Okon explained that the program aimed to bring relief to residents during the Yuletide, raise awareness, and support Lagos … Read more
Selena Gomez, the American singer announced her engagement to the American Producer on Instagram on December 12, 2024, sharing photos of her picnic proposal and marquise ring with the caption, “Forever begins now.” She also shared a video surprising a friend with the news via a video call. Blanco celebrated in the comments, writing, … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Education has suspended a college teacher over an alleged inappropriate video conversation with a former female student. The ministry’s spokesperson, Boriowo Folasade, called the act “totally unacceptable.” The staff member has been suspended pending investigation and disciplinary action. Folasade stated that the suspect has been handed over to authorities for investigation … Read more
Chat GPT experienced a global outage for about three hours, with 74% of users reporting errors. The issue has been resolved, and OpenAI is monitoring the situation for full recovery. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed the recovery of ChatGPT, humorously tweeting, “We back.” The outage, which lasted three hours, also affected OpenAI’s text-to-video platform, Sora. … Read more
Tokyo will make day care free for all preschool children starting in September to help address Japan’s low birth rate. The policy will extend free day care to first-born children, reducing financial burdens on families. Japan faces a declining population, with low birth rates worsening the crisis. Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike emphasized the urgency of … Read more
Fifty-four journalists were killed worldwide in 2024, with a third of the deaths attributed to the Israeli army, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reports. Eighteen journalists were killed by Israeli forces, including 16 in Gaza and two in Lebanon. RSF reports that Palestine is one the deadliest countries for reporters, with over 145 killed by the … Read more
An 11-year-old girl was rescued after clinging to tyre tubes for three days in stormy Mediterranean weather. Rescuers from Compass Collective heard her calls for help while on their way to another emergency. The girl, from Sierra Leone, was traveling with 44 others from Tunisia when their boat sank. She is the only survivor, as … Read more