…and remains in police custody. He will be charged and prosecuted in accordance with the laws of The Gambia upon the conclusion of investigations. "The Gambia Police Force commends the professionalism, diligence, and commitment of the investigators whose meticulous work led to the swift breakthrough in the case. Investi…

…"Anyone found violating the directive will face legal action in accordance with the laws of Kano State," the Deputy Commander said. He urged those affected by the ban to seek alternative lawful means of earning a living, noting that the measure is intended to protect young people from harmful content and preserve socie…

…Nneoyi Egbe, has rejected alleged attempt to Islamise Nigeria and integrate sharia laws and financial systems into the country’s economy. He stated this at the end of the three-day third session of the 12th Synod of the diocese at the Holy Trinity Anglican Communion in Calabar, Cross River State. Egbe said the proposed…

…symptoms include excessive salivation, difficulty swallowing, hallucination, hanging jaws, aggression to the owner and a severe fear of water referred to as hydrophobia. He warned that the virus is fatal, adding that once symptoms appear in humans, survival is rare. Dandam said the immediate remedy after a bite "is to…

…and Sango as they would violate with impunity the letters and spirit of the Western laws!"Why Western law is not enoughFalola maintained that Nigeria's governance failures stem not from a lack of institutional frameworks but from an absence of moral and cultural grounding in leadership. He noted that successive rounds…

…in Musk's political spending. Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, a Democrat, filed a lawsuit on March 28, 2025, seeking to stop Musk from distributing the checks. Musk's attorneys argued that an injunction would "restrain Musk's political speech and curtail his First Amendment rights," maintaining that the giveaways…

…an offence punishable under Section 1(2)(c) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act, Cap M17, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria.” The prosecution also accused Adeyemi of falsely presenting himself as the Director-General of the purported council, contrary to Section 179 of the Penal Code. Count Five states, “That you, Prince…

…evening. He stated that indiscriminate waste disposal is a violation of environmental laws, as it obstructs drainage channels, contributes to flooding, and poses significant public health and environmental risks. He urged residents of the state to dispose waste responsibly and use only approved waste management facilit…

…curates these and other headlines dominating Tuesday afternoon in Nigeria. House withdraws own state police bill, considers Tinubu’s proposal The House of Representatives on Tuesday withdrew its proposed constitutional amendment on state police and gave the Executive-sponsored bill first and second readings before refe…

House of Representatives withdraws its State Police Bill to adopt Tinubu's version In a surprising legislative shift, the House of Representatives has withdrawn its self-sponsored constitutional amendment bill aimed at establishing state police across Nigeria.The decision, made during Tuesday's plenary session, July 14…

…For employment-based sponsorship, the employer agrees to comply with U.S. immigration laws, including requirements set by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of Labor (DOL). “This often includes filing petitions, paying the prevailing wage, and maintaining compliance throughout the indi…

…as defaulters will continue to face enforcement actions in accordance with the laws of Anambra State," the agency added. Operatives of OCHA Brigade carrying out the operation in one of the locations. Credit: OCHA

…ongoing efforts to strengthen border management and ensure compliance with immigration laws.The African countries whose citizens remain subject to the UK's visa requirement are Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Burundi, Cameroon, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, The…

…and asked for a favour. She said the neighbour admitted she had told her visiting in-laws that she had a “close friend next door” because they believed she was too isolated and insisted on meeting the supposed friend. The lady revealed that she was still in her pyjamas when the request came but agreed after her neighbo…

…the White House was yet to announce it. However, the pardon never materialised. The lawsuit seeks to recover $300,000, with Boosie arguing that the agreement required half of the fee to be refunded if the pardon was not secured.Responding to the allegations, Burkman denied that any refund clause existed, insisting the…

…for illegal export to a neighbouring country, in direct contravention of national laws governing the distribution and movement of petroleum products. According to Aliyu, petroleum smuggling remains a serious threat to Nigeria’s economic stability and national security, adding that it deprives the government of critical…

…officers to the area and arrested the woman for violating the State's environmental laws. ''We expect every resident to act responsibly and to educate their children on the importance of protecting public infrastructure, particularly drainage systems. Encouraging acts that contribute to blocked drains and environmental…

…for unlawful purposes would be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with Lagos State laws. “We urge members of the public to respect and preserve our environment by refraining from converting public spaces into illegal markets or for any unauthorised private use. “Anyone found encroaching on public spaces or using the…

…play-off final and Morocco in the semi-finals of the 2025 AFCON, as well as two draws against South Africa and Zimbabwe during Nigeria’s unsuccessful 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. With Chelle’s results and the Super Eagles’ style of play attracting admirers across the continent, Olopade has dismissed fears that N…

…payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related laws as conditions for freeing the victims. They specifically requested the release of Mahmud Usman, also known as Abu Bara’a or Abbas Mukhtar, and his deputy, Abubakar Abba, alias Isah Adam or Mahmud Al-Nigeri. Both men are identified by se…

…brothel, living on the earnings of prostitution, and other related offences under the laws of Ogun State. The police spokesman further revealed that some of the suspects were already assisting investigators with useful information that could lead to the arrest of other members of criminal networks operating within and…

…Taiwo Abidemi, to seven months’ imprisonment for violating the state’s environmental laws. Abidemi was convicted after pleading guilty to a three-count charge bordering on breach of peace, indiscriminate dumping of refuse at an unauthorised location and failure to engage the services of an approved Private Sector Parti…

…the vow during an interview with media personality, Chude Jideonwo, stating that his lawsuit against Okonkwo was not intended to silence him but to compel him to substantiate his repeated claims.The NDC presidential hopeful noted that Nigerians deserve to know the true character and background of anyone seeking public…

…Abuja. Gbajabiamiala has denied knowledge of the PFIPC and threatened N10 billion lawsuit against Adeyemi for defamation while the embattled PFIPC boss has stood his grounds that the agency was not fake. Many Nigerians have called for an independent investigation of the matter and not a government agency. Among them is…

…and uncertainty.Through self-discipline and faith, Marshall earned his Bachelor of Laws degree from Rivers State University. But after that victory came another wall. He could not proceed to the Nigerian Law School because of financial constraints and other challenges. His law degree, though earned through sacrifice, w…