…adopted his witness statement and tendered documents before the court. However, after examining the complaint and the evidence presented, the magistrate raised the issue of jurisdiction and queried whether the court had the authority to entertain the case. Although the court acknowledged that the Penal Code Law ordinar…

…the Republic of Niger. Over the years, powerful individuals involved in illegal gold mining have been accused of sponsoring insecurity in parts of northern Nigeria, allegedly to facilitate the exploitation of the region’s mineral resources. In March 2021, a repentant bandit who granted an interview reportedly implicate…

…Association of Nigeria, OGSPAN, Maxi Colman Obasi, said inadequate gas supply was undermining power generation, increasing business costs and constraining industrial growth. “Gas shortages reduce the availability of gas-fired power plants, contributing to lower electricity generation and unreliable supply. Manufacturer…

…installations, electricity infrastructure, and telecommunications facilities are undermining productivity, raising business costs, and discouraging long-term investment. In a statement issued on Sunday by its Head of Strategic Communication and Advocacy, Ayanyinka Ayanlowo, ahead of the 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit, t…

Three men working at a mining site have been killed by suspected gunmen in the Jamus area of Kazok villages, Gashish District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. In a statement issued by the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM), its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong, identified two of the…

…of terrorist and 'bandit' groups continues to degrade the climate for agribusiness and mining," it added.The department also raised concerns about the treatment of foreign executives during regulatory disputes, citing the nearly eight-month detention of American Binance employee Tigran Gambaryan in 2024. "Furthermore,…

…expertise into vocational training. He also proposed partnerships with international mining schools to develop the Geology Department of EKSU into a world-class institution within five years. *AI, RENEWABLE ENERGY AND THE EKITI KNOWLEDGE ZONE*Olowolafe said Ekiti's educational advantage must be complemented by the capa…

…health workers will have connected devices to support their decision-making when examining pregnant women. Imagine a situation where a health worker identifies a potential complication. If she has a connected device, and her primary healthcare centre and the referral hospital at the local government headquarters are al…

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…judge Justice George Chiweshe of having allegedly demanded money and a stake in a gold-mining venture in exchange for helping overturn the conviction.Chiweshe was one of three judges who dismissed the appeal. Separately, Kereke faced allegations of defrauding the Harare Municipal Medical Aid Society of USD 137,000 in a…

…certified true copy of the judgment on Tuesday and was studying its contents before determining the next steps. “We have recently received complaints from some political parties, and aggrieved aspirants, and even from the National Assembly, drawing our attention to the recent Supreme Court decision in INEC and Zenit La…

…accounted for. The police boss described the allegation as serious and capable of undermining public confidence in the Police. He stressed that the Command would not condone any act of unprofessional conduct, dereliction of duty, abuse of office or compromise of established procedures by any police officer. The Commiss…

…that he had been seeking God, receiving pastoral and professional counselling and examining his conduct. “I take full responsibility for my actions and sincerely apologise to the women involved for any hurt, disappointment, or harm I may have caused. “I also apologise to my wife, my family, my church, my colleagues, an…

…to address some of these constraints by allowing market forces a greater role in determining fuel prices, foreign exchange rates and electricity tariffs. The foreign exchange reforms, in particular, were designed to reduce multiple exchange rates and improve transparency in the currency market, while the removal of the…

…the 17 local government areas was designed to prepare pupils for the future without undermining conventional education. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to free and compulsory education, while congratulating Abia pupils who excelled at the international schools debate championship in Qatar and those who to…

…in Las Vegas. According to his Facebook page, he owned Olduvai Records, a Tanzanian gold mining and entertainment production company. According to its website, Olduvai has signed a deal with Sony Music’s The Orchard in New York to distribute its music and audiovisual productions globally. In May 2025, McFadden released…

…points in the game and demonstrated how important Arena performances had become in determining who would have power and who would be exposed to eviction. But even strong competitors could not remain safe forever. The eviction rounds gradually reduced the field, with several housemates who had initially appeared capable…

…communications.The proposal addresses a growing challenge in digital commerce: determining who bears responsibility when automated tools generate inaccurate information or steer consumers towards decisions based on false claims.Consumers to get opt-out rightsThe draft also prioritises consumer control over automated ma…

…functions such as movement and feeding, making survival more difficult. A 2021 study examining two-headed and partially duplicated sea turtles highlighted the significant challenges faced by animals born with the condition.Scientists believe bicephaly may result from a combination of genetic and environmental factors.…

Suspected gunmen opened fire at a mining site near the Kuru Jenta and Heipang boundary in Plateau State late on Friday nightTwo persons from Heipang District were killed during the attack, which occurred while a government-imposed curfew was in effectCommunity leaders condemned the killings and warned residents against…

…state government, stressing that the State Boundary Committee is responsible for determining boundaries within the state. The traditional ruler of Aguleri, Igwe Mike Indigo and his Umuoba Anam counterpart, Igwe George Ekwealor, have, however, been appealing to their subjects to maintain peace and allow the government t…

…to emerging threats. Kefas, while speaking on security challenges associated with mining activities, described security as a collective responsibility requiring the cooperation of all stakeholders. He called for greater collaboration among security agencies, government institutions and other relevant stakeholders to ef…

…for a greater Jigawa, noting that, “Education remains the most decisive factor in determining how individuals and communities can prosper,” adding that “People can scarcely thrive without knowledge, skills and tools that quality education provides.” Furthermore, the governor reaffirmed that his administration continued…

…marketing authorisation.The investigation follows concerns raised by a 2024 study examining VOCs in disposable sanitary pads sold in Nigeria. The research, conducted by researchers from the Nigerian Defence Academy and published in the Bayero Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, analysed 65 samples and detected 20 VOC…

…decisions.January data showed that businesses in sectors including manufacturing, mining and quarrying, public utilities, finance and insurance, and construction faced lending rates of up to 60% at some banks.