China Renews Bilateral Currency Swap Agreement with Nigeria's Central Bank.
In a significant move aimed at strengthening economic ties between China and Nigeria, China’s central bank has confirmed the renewal of a bilateral currency swap agreement with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This agreement, which was first established in 2018, is designed to facilitate trade and investment between the two countries by allowing them […]
Nonso EmekaekwueKenyan President William Ruto Vows to End Rising Abductions
Kenyan President William Ruto has pledged to put an end to the alarming rise in abductions that have plagued the country in recent years. In a statement made to the nation, President Ruto condemned the wave of kidnappings and assured citizens that his government would take decisive steps to tackle the growing crisis. The issue […]
Nigerian Military Confirms Airstrikes in Sokoto, Blames ‘Secondary Explosion’ for Civilian Deaths
The Nigerian Military Headquarters has confirmed conducting airstrikes in the Gwadabawa Local Government Area of Sokoto State, addressing growing concerns over recent civilian casualties. According to the military’s statement, the airstrikes were part of a broader campaign to neutralize armed groups terrorizing communities in the northwestern region. However, the operation, intended to dismantle a criminal […]
Chaos in Mozambique: 6,000 Prisoners, Including Al Shabab Militants, Escape Amid Post-Election Turmoil
Mozambique has been thrust into chaos following a mass prison escape that saw 6,000 inmates, including high-profile Al Shabab convicts, break free amid escalating post-election violence. The shocking development has intensified an already volatile situation in the southern African nation, raising fears of heightened insecurity and instability. The escape reportedly occurred under the cover of […]
Human Rights Advocate Dele Farotimi Freed After Meeting Bail Conditions
Human rights lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi has regained his freedom after successfully fulfilling the stringent bail conditions imposed by a Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The prominent advocate, renowned for his fearless stance on social justice and his relentless criticism of systemic oppression, had been detained following his arraignment on multiple charges, […]
I Have No Regrets Removing Fuel Subsidy for Nigeria's Future – Tinubu Stands Firm
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphatically defended his administration’s decision to remove the longstanding fuel subsidy in Nigeria, stating unequivocally that he has no regrets about the policy move. Speaking directly to Nigerians, Tinubu described the subsidy removal as a necessary step to reposition the nation’s economy and end years of economic mismanagement associated with […]
NNPCL Announces New Port Harcourt Refinery is Over 90% Complete
The long-awaited completion of the New Port Harcourt Refinery, one of Nigeria’s most significant infrastructural projects, is finally within sight. According to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), the refinery is now over 90% complete, marking a crucial milestone in the country’s effort to address its persistent fuel importation challenges and enhance domestic refining […]
Federal High Court Grants Bail to Rights Activist Dele Farotimi in Ado-Ekiti
In a landmark legal development, a Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, granted bail to prominent rights activist and legal practitioner, Dele Farotimi, on Monday morning. Farotimi, a vocal critic of government policies and a passionate advocate for human rights, had been facing serious charges that many believe were politically motivated. The bail, which […]
Alleged Government-Backed Thugs Surround Court as Dele Farotimi’s Trial Kicks Off
Tensions ran high in Ado-Ekiti as allegations emerged that thugs, reportedly mobilized by the Ekiti State Government and Afe Babalola University founder Aare Afe Babalola, surrounded the court premises during the commencement of activist Dele Farotimi’s hearing. The unsettling scenes added an undercurrent of intimidation and controversy to an already contentious legal case, spotlighting deeper […]
Amid Gaza Turmoil, Israeli PM Netanyahu Faces Courtroom Reckoning in Corruption Trial
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a pivotal moment in his career as he prepares to appear in court for the first time in his ongoing corruption trial, even as the nation grapples with the intensifying conflict in Gaza. The legal proceedings and the escalating crisis have created a dramatic intersection of political, legal, and […]
