…consistently maintained that he possesses the qualifications recognised under Nigerian law. According to him, certificates do not build roads, attract investment, create jobs, stabilise the economy, provide security or improve citizens’ welfare. “These are achieved through competence, vision, sound judgment, discipline…
…Chief Funmi Olumade; Chairman of the Board of Directors, OPU Canada, Alhaji Saheed Olawoyin; Chairman of the 10th Anniversary Committee, Hon. Olumide Fatunase; and Executive Member, North America OPU, Chief Omotunde Balogun. Others included the Asoju Oba of Oro Kingdom, Hammed Bello; Aremo Onimushin of Remoland, Chief…
…with a statement. It read: "Sports Club Villa has called upon the relevant security and law enforcement agencies to urgently investigate and bring to justice those responsible for the tragic d£ath of club captain David Owori, who succumbed to injuries sustained following a brutal assault by unknown assailants. "We call…
…to members of the public to respect and assist uniformed personnel on duty to maintain law and order on the highways. He said such officers should not be regarded as enemies of society but as government representatives working to ensure sanity in traffic management. The managing director also commended KAROTA personnel…
…transferred to ICE custody for removal proceedings in accordance with U.S. immigration law. Farrow was sentenced to 45 months of imprisonment followed by three years of supervised release, Atwater was sentenced to 33 months of imprisonment followed by two years of supervised release, and Stone was sentenced to 25 month…
…13. Hatchet-FaceKim Diane McGuire, famously known as Hatchet-Face, was an American lawyer and author born on 1 December 1955. She is popularly recognised for playing the role of Mona 'Hatchet-Face' Malnorowski in the 1990 film Cry-Baby.14. Michael BerrymanMichael John Berryman is an American actor born on 4 September 1…
…Committee is reportedly planning. In a statement issued in Abuja late Tuesday, his lawyer, Prince Ademola Oyedokun, Esq. of Ademolaw Toye Law Firm, said his client welcomed the House inquiry into the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, insisting that “the National Assembly holds its mandate from the Nige…
…areas. Chairman of Aba Power and former Minister of Power, Bart Nnaji, told the lawmakers that supply would resume once a critical component of the gas pressure system is installed. According to him, the component—a Clutch Gear and Starter Motor—has arrived in Nigeria after being sourced from the United States by Heirs…
…the principle that allegations, no matter how serious, must ultimately be tested through lawful investigative procedures and judicial processes. While acknowledging Nigerians’ constitutional right to hold public institutions accountable, the police cautioned against using unsubstantiated allegations to compel disciplin…
…role on The Sopranos in 2001, followed by guest and recurring roles on Third Watch, Law & Order, Undefeated, and 24. Her breakthrough came in 2004, when she was cast as Detective Aiden Burn on CBS's CSI: NY, a role she played for its first two seasons.More recently, Vanessa starred as Lorraine in the Max comedy Bookie,…
…said Nigeria’s democratic system continued to guarantee genuine political competition, lawful opposition, multi-party democracy, credible elections and citizens’ rights to participate freely in the democratic process. Citing evidence of political pluralism in the country, Akume pointed to the registration of 21 politic…
…convincing win to keep their hopes of progressing alive following an opening defeat to Malawi and a hard-fought victory over Zambia. The result ensured Nigeria advanced to the knockout stage in pursuit of a record-extending 11th WAFCON title. Nigeria produced an attacking masterclass, scoring six times against the Phar…
Music executive Diddy paid his lawyers $8 million to defend him in criminal case Sean "Diddy" Combs reportedly spent between $7 million and $8 million on legal representation during his nearly two-year federal criminal case, according to reports citing sources familiar with the matter.The reported legal fees covered a…
…official residence purportedly allocated to him in Abuja. Collins further informed the lawmakers that Prince Adeyemi was accompanied by some of his staff, who allegedly used official vehicles with customised government number plates while taking him to the official residence in Abuja during one of his visits from Ogbom…
…the Command would ensure that everyone found responsible faces the full weight of the law. "The Plateau State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that it has recorded another significant breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the alleged culpable homicide of Ibrahim Mbaya, following the arrest of…
The new Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Enugu State, Mr Paul Audu, has declared an “all-out war” against drug trafficking and substance abuse in the state. Audu, who made the vow during his maiden press briefing in Enugu on Wednesday, said the command had adopted a more aggressive appro…
…entering hotels and private residences, "except where the commandant general or existing laws expressly permit otherwise". It explained that the directive was issued to ensure strict compliance with existing laws, rules and regulations governing law enforcement activities, as well as the provisions of the Nigerian Cons…
Veteran Nigerian filmmaker Ola Balogun issued a public will after a fresh illness struck him just days after his 81st birthdayBalogun, currently receiving treatment in Lagos, cited Chief Obafemi Awolowo as inspiration for preparing his final wishesThe pioneer filmmaker directed that his viable organs be extracted for d…
…Google feed!Gbenga Collins, managing director of Divine Dopacy Nigeria Limited, told lawmakers on Tuesday, August 4, that he transferred N400 million to a man who presented himself as a federal government official in connection with a contract to renovate and furnish an official residence.Collins appeared before the Ho…
…from residents. According to him, operatives of the 52 Police Mobile Force (PMF), Challawa, intercepted six male suspects attached to the Brother Paul Legacy Foundation at the ECWA Church behind the 52 PMF Base in Challawa at about 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Kiyawa said the suspects, led by Simon Gbaaondo, 50, from Karu, Na…
…that the PDP is governed by its constitution, established procedures and the rule of law, stressing that adherence to due process is essential to safeguarding the party’s integrity. It called on party members in Edo State and across the country to remain calm and focused amid the ongoing leadership dispute. The post Ed…
"Where in the law does it say two men can't kiss?" - Ghanaian TikToker confronts police officers after alleged attempt to arrest him and his male friends over kissing incident (video) A Ghanaian TikTok influencer known simply as Ahmed has confronted police officers after they allegedly tried to arrest his male friends…
"My brother may have been pushed" - Sister of final year UNN Law student who d!ed after falling from building alleges foul play Cynthia Onyeabo, the sister of a 500-level Law student of the University of Nigeria, Enugu campus (UNEC) who fell to his d3ath has alleged that her brother may have been m8rdered. It was gathe…
…chicken skewer allegedly damaged her vocal cords A former child pop star has filed a lawsuit against Singapore Airlines, alleging that a chicken skewer served during a flight caused injuries that permanently damaged her vocal cords, leaving her with lasting health problems and affecting her singing career. The singer t…
…why he made his wishes public instead of preparing a formal will through a lawyer, Balogun said: "Barely a week after I was privileged to celebrate my 81st birthday on August 1st, a fresh medical alert has obliged me to once more seek treatment... Consequently, I am hastily writing these few lines, not knowing whether…