…a move aimed at tightening fiscal discipline and enforcing compliance with procurement laws. The directive was contained in a Federal Treasury Circular dated July 31, 2026, and signed by the Accountant-General of the Federation, Dr Shamseldeen Ogunjimi. The circular, obtained by our correspondent on Sunday, was address…

…background. She added that today’s girls could become future scientists, entrepreneurs, lawyers, doctors, politicians, technology experts, and leaders if they remained focused on their goals. Johnson also charged parents, teachers, and other stakeholders to create an enabling environment for girls to thrive through edu…

…months ago, the new Rivers State House of Assembly complex remains unoccupied, with lawmakers continuing to hold plenary and other legislative business at their residential quarters along Aba Road in Port Harcourt. The reconstructed complex on Moscow Road, equipped with modern facilities, enhanced security systems and…

…and disciplinary processes, because the boards and disciplinary tribunals required by law cannot function without duly constituted governing councils. The unions further argued that Federal Health Institutions have continued to operate without Boards of Management, creating administrative and governance challenges, whi…

…telephone interviews on Sunday, expressed shock over the incident. A trader, Mallam Lawal, who said he uses the route daily, said, “We heard the sound and later saw police at the scene. It is sad because vandalism is destroying our electricity.” Another resident, Haruna Illa, a farmer from a nearby village, said, “I wa…

…of the Accord and prominent opposition figures have been “penned down” for systematic, unlawful arrests in the days leading up to the election. “Specifically, we have confirmed information that the following individuals (46 in number) have been marked for arbitrary arrest, harassment, and forcible transfer to Abuja to…

…open to investors from across the world, provided they complied with the country’s laws and regulations. Bamigbetan also highlighted ongoing collaborations between the Nigeria Geological Survey Agency and China Geological Survey Agency on geological mapping and exploration projects. He said the Federal Government was e…

…2024, the groundwork was laid for a formal reckoning. February 26, 2025: Jude Faces the Law The Lagos Zonal Directorate of the EFCC arraigned Jude Okoye and Northside Music Ltd. on February 26, 2025, before Justice Owoeye. The seven-count charge sheet, detailed by outlets like Vanguard News and the EFCC’s official webs…

…maintain public safety. The Commissioner further cautioned officers against conducting unlawful searches of citizens’ mobile phones and other personal electronic devices without a valid search warrant, describing the practice as a violation of constitutional rights. She urged officers to conduct themselves in ways that…

…undergraduate programme withoput going through JAMB He said, “It is not possible. By law, by regulation, there is no institution that can admit undergraduate programme without going through JAMB as far as I know today. If that happens, It is illegal and it is improper.” Oloyede served as JAMB registrar from August 2016…

…from his jail cell, but the former strongman leader is in regular contact with his lawyers as he awaits trial in US federal court. Shortly after Maduro’s ouster, the United States green-lighted his vice president Delcy Rodriguez as the country’s interim leader. She governs under intense pressure from Washington, which…

…session with the Senate Ad Hoc Committee on the Safe Schools Initiative, where lawmakers also commended his commitment to transparency, cooperation with the National Assembly and respect for parliamentary oversight. The Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister, Mr Ikharo Attah, said in a statement is…

…as compensation for its alleged contents. The ultimatum was issued by a Lagos-based law firm, Brown & Cooper Solicitors, through a letter dated July 25, 2026, and written on behalf of the passenger, Mr Peter Omopariola Fowoyo, who alleged that one of his three checked bags went missing after flying from Doha, Qatar, to…

…European Framework of Reference for Languages, show a basic understanding of German law, society, and way of life, and have adequate housing for the entire household. Applications will not be approved where public safety or order concerns exist.Permanent residency: Faster for skilled workersThe settlement permit, also…

…that helped the nine-time African champions recover from their surprising defeat to Malawi earlier in the tournament. The Super Falcons are set to face Egypt in a decisive final group-stage encounter, with qualification for the knockout rounds at stake. Demehin will miss the match after receiving a straight red card in…

The Swedish Parliament has passed new citizenship rules taking effect on June 6, 2026, with no transitional arrangements for pending applicationsApplicants must now live in Sweden for at least 8 years under the general rule, up from the previous 5-year requirementSweden introduced 4 new conditions covering residence du…

…criminal organization enhancement, resulting in a total sentence of 125 years. “Indiana law recognizes that criminal organizations can pose a greater threat to public safety because they coordinate criminal activity, recruit others to participate in crime, and often commit offenses for financial gain or to further the…

…required under the provisions of the Kano State Private and Voluntary Institutions Board Law. The Board stated that the verification exercise would be conducted across all 44 local government areas of the state to ensure transparency, fairness and equity in the tax assessment process. It further warned that only duly a…

…the country by carrying out their mandate responsibly. He also urged them to respect the laws and customs of Guinea-Bissau while maintaining zero tolerance for s3xual exploitation and abuse, substance abuse, indiscipline and the irresponsible use of social media.The army said the deployment underscores Nigeria's contin…

…prolonged political crisis that divided the state's political landscape.The conflict saw lawmakers loyal to Wike initiate impeachment proceedings against Fubara before both camps later reached a truce. As part of the reconciliation, Fubara withdrew from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary after ini…

…collective effort of the team, particularly after their disappointing 3-2 defeat to Malawi. He said: "Yes, that [the drug testing] is true, but I don't really know if I really deserve the man of the match [award]. I think it was really a team effort, and we really came out on top today."Nigeria will face Egypt in their…

…prophetic dreams did not qualify as a protected philosophical belief under UK equality law.Daudet appealed the decision, arguing that his belief extended beyond his personal experiences and was a broader conviction that dreams can predict future events. His lawyer, Chinonso Ijezie, also argued that the tribunal had wro…

…District, while Senator Anthony Siyako secured the PDP candidacy for Gombe South.Bauchi lawmakers also left outTwo sitting federal lawmakers from Bauchi state also did not feature on INEC's final list. Senator Shehu Buba, who represented Bauchi South on the APC platform, defected to the Peoples Redemption Party and obt…

…in custody for further investigation and will face prosecution in accordance with the law. "The Headquarters Joint Task Force South-East, Operation UDOKA, commends the professionalism, resilience, and inter-agency cooperation demonstrated by the troops throughout the operation. "This success underscores the commitment…

…spokesperson Taylor Marschner said in a statement that it was “working closely with law enforcement and emergency responders as they manage the situation.”Twin Falls, a city of about 56,000 people, is about 130 miles (205 kilometres) southeast of Boise and about 75 miles (120 kilometres) north of the Nevada border.Watc…