…imprisonment after finding her guilty of attempted m8rder and causing bodily harm in connection with the st@bbing of her teacher, Mr. Jatta. The judgment, delivered by Magistrate Peter Adoh Che, on Thursday, July 9, 2026 brought to an end the court proceedings after six hearings. The final hearing attracted students an…

…struggling to cope. The real question, she argued, was whether the country had laid the necessary groundwork before embarking on such a far-reaching reform. “As a result, the police itself has effectively been ‘de-policed’. In many places, large numbers of police officers have been killed alongside military personnel.…

…a woman truly loves her partner, she should be willing to use her money, influence or connections to help him grow whenever he faces challenges. "If you're with a woman who cannot use her money, status or connections to upgrade you, then dump her because that kind of woman does not love you," he added. His reaction com…

…court heard that Foord repeatedly assaulted the victim, including dragging her by the neck, pushing her to the ground and banging her head against the floor. He also locked her in a room and forced her to bark like a dog before allowing her to leave. Prosecutors said he spent the victim's money on gambling, drugs, alco…

…that the structural damage inflicted on Russia's energy infrastructure would create necessary leverage to open serious diplomatic negotiations to end the war.The Kremlin dismissed the US assessment, maintaining that heightened military and economic pressure will not coerce the Russian leadership into making diplomatic…

…individuals or organisations found operating them anywhere in Nigeria without the necessary approvals.According to the agency, the restrictions are intended to address growing domestic and global security concerns, including privacy violations and threats to public safety. Reacting to the development, Omoyele Sowore al…

…the presidential and National Assembly elections are expected to commence on August 19. INEC is scheduled to publish the final list of presidential and National Assembly candidates on September 12, ahead of the presidential and National Assembly elections on January 16, 2027, and the governorship and state Houses of As…

…said, "The LOA programme for the NBA 2026 to 2028 is structured around five interconnected pillars, organised under the acronym I-DARE... This is I-DARE. Five pillars. Specific commitments. Delivery timelines. Measurable outcomes. Not a theme. A programme." He has also protested the rescheduling of the election date an…

…rapid digital transformation, making innovation "no longer a choice" but "an operational necessity." "Criminal networks now exploit artificial intelligence, encrypted communication and cyber-enabled fraud to operate across borders with high sophistication. "This challenges traditional policing models and forces us to r…

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…law declaration was "solely for the sake of the nation". In 2024, he also defended it as necessary to root out "anti-state forces" and quash what he claimed were threats from North Korea. Yoon was ousted over the martial law bid in April 2025, triggering elections that gave the presidency to Lee Jae Myung of the centre…

…Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, yesterday, said the clarification became necessary, following reports that some members of the public were rejecting the note. The statement reads in full, "The attention of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been drawn to reports of the rejection of the standard N100…

…law declaration was “solely for the sake of the nation”. In 2024, he also defended it as necessary to root out “anti-state forces” and quash what he claimed were threats from North Korea. Yoon was ousted over the martial law bid in April 2025, triggering elections that gave the presidency to Lee Jae Myung of the centre…

…in the custody of the 26 Task Force Brigade for further interrogation and other necessary actions. Security sources said the interception forms part of ongoing efforts by Operation HADIN KAI to block movement routes used by insurgents and their collaborators, particularly around the Mandara Mountains, where troops have…

…as a mobile phone repairer. Three persons were reportedly taken into custody in connection with the incident, including the guest house owner and the cleaner. The deceased's brother, Dennis, was also briefly detained after he was found with Felix's mobile phone but was later released after explaining that the device ha…

…vehicle without any explanation. Recalling the incident, she said: "They grabbed my neck, wrist, blouse and wig, shouting that I should enter their bus. I kept asking why because I had done nothing wrong." She alleged that bystanders intervened and questioned the officers, preventing them from taking the women away. Th…

…dimension. Because European labour markets and recruitment channels are deeply interconnected, cooperation between labour inspectorates and coordinated enforcement are essential. The ongoing work of the European Labour Authority (ELA) demonstrates the importance of this cooperation. Third, the real measure of an enforc…

…under the budget line and whether any bank account had been opened or operated in connection with the allocation. Responding, Barau said: "As I said earlier, the presidency has taken up this matter by directing that the ICPC investigate fully how this matter came to be. And I think ICPC has started. I believe that what…

…transporting Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), also known as drones, without the necessary authorization. The Service said the enforcement action was necessitated by growing global and domestic security concerns surrounding drone operations, particularly issues relating to public safety and privacy. It reaffirm…

…the opening of the meeting, Dr. Maradun said digitalising the health sector has become necessary to improve access to quality healthcare, strengthen disease surveillance, enhance data management, support evidence-based decision-making, and improve health outcomes across the state. She said the administration of Governo…

…high that this full embrace of technology will significantly reduce administrative bottlenecks and enhance the overall efficiency of judicial administration at the Supreme Court. By improving the speed, accessibility, and integrity of appellate processes, it will also enhance the experience of litigants, legal practiti…

…are found de@d at home in UK Police have released an image of a man wanted in connection with the d£aths of a woman and two children. Nothabo Zandile Tshuma and her children were found after officers forced their way into a £1.3million house in Great Denham near Bedford on Monday, July 6th. Yesterday, July 7, police re…

…Headquarters Sector 3 Military Intelligence Brigade for further investigation and other necessary actions. Military sources said the arrest was part of ongoing intelligence-driven operations aimed at dismantling terrorist support networks and disrupting the activities of informants providing critical information to ins…

…all our members is to sheath the sword and refrain from provocative utterances. This is necessary to douse tension and allow good reasoning prevail. All of us as party members must be ready to make sacrifices necessary to enable APC retain its winning streaks in Kwara State,” he said. “We must not betray the confidence…

…the state chairman, Chief Moses Adeyemo, said the reconciliation initiative became necessary following grievances arising from the party’s congresses, which produced executive committee members at various levels, and the recent primary elections. According to him, the party is determined to prevent the disagreements fr…