DR Congo Moves to Prosecute Kabila for Alleged M23 Support
Democratic Republic of Congo has launched a bid to strip former President Joseph Kabila of immunity so he can face trial on charges of supporting the M23 insurgency in the country’s east. Justice Minister, Constant Mutamba, said Kabila who enjoys immunity from prosecution as a senator for life, should return to Congo to face justice […]
Labour Seeks Retirement Age Hike, Arrears Payment
The organised Labour is demanding the upward review of retirement age for all categories of civil servants, as well as payment of all outstanding allowances, pensions and gratuities across the nation. Addressing workers at the May Day celebration in Eagle Square, Abuja, NLC National President, Joe Ajaero, said it was imperative to extend the revised […]
Maeve Reilly and Husband Grow Stronger After L.A. Wildfires
Maeve Reilly and her husband Zach Quittman have faced a challenging start to married life. Just seven months after tying the knot, the couple lost their home in the devastating L.A. wildfires earlier this year. Despite the hardship, Reilly shared that the experience has brought them even closer together. “It’s been a unique beginning to […]
Davido, Chris Brown Set for Joint Tour and 2026 EP
Davido has confirmed that he will be going on a joint tour with American R&B star, Chris Brown, and he will be performing on Chris’s Breezy Bowl tour. In a recent interview, Davido also spoke of plans to put out a joint EP in 2026 with Chris Brown. He explained that the delay in putting out the album […]
Barcelona, Inter Draw 3-3 in Champions League Thriller
Barcelona twice came from behind against Inter Milan to snatch a draw in a six-goal first-leg match last night. The 3-3 scoreline leaves their Champions League semi-final matchup sitting on a knife’s edge. The second leg takes place in Milan next Tuesday, with the winner to face Paris Saint-Germain or Arsenal on May 31 in […]
Police Reactivate Digital Tinted Glass Permits, Give 30-Day Grace
The Nigeria Police Force has granted a 30-day grace period from today May 1, 2025, to all motorists to regularise their tinted glass permits as it reactivates the digital Tinted Glass Permit platform. The Force spokesperson, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, who made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday, also warned that police officers found extorting […]
Saudi Imposes Fines for Unauthorized Hajj Participation
The Saudi Ministry of Interior has announced penalties for those violating Hajj regulations, including fines up to SAR 100,000 (approximately $26,661 USD) for facilitating unauthorized pilgrims and SAR 20,000 (around $5,332 USD) for individuals performing Hajj without permits. Those caught sheltering or transporting unauthorized pilgrims will also face fines, while illegal infiltrators may be deported […]
US and Ukraine Sign Long-awaited Natural Resources Deal
The US has signed a deal with Ukraine on the joint exploitation of its energy and mineral resources, after months of tense negotiations. The two countries have agreed to establish a reconstruction investment fund to spur Ukraine’s economic recovery from its war with Russia. Ukraine’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Yulia Svyrydenko, in the US signed […]
Akpabio Vows Worker-Friendly Reforms
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has assured Nigerian workers of labour-friendly legislations as they celebrate May Day. Akpabio in a statement, also commended workers for their productivity, diligence, and resilience despite socio-economic challenges, and promised to prioritize workers’ welfare, security, and conditions of service, guaranteeing their rights and protecting them from victimization. He then vowed to […]
EFCC Arrests E-Money for Alleged Naira Abuse
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested Five Star Music boss, E-Money, over alleged abuse of the Nigerian currency. E-Money, whose real name is Emeka Okonkwo, was arrested by the anti-graft agency in the Omole area of Lagos State yesterday and has now been taken into EFCC’s custody in Abuja. His arrest comes after […]
