A Bayelsa State High Court sitting in Yenagoa has issued an order temporarily halting a planned pro-Nyesom Wike rally, which was set to take place in the state capital on April 12, 2025. The decision was made by Justice I.A. Uzakah, who granted a motion ex-parte in Suit No. BYHC/YHC/CV/133/2025, filed by the state’s Attorney
Saudi Arabian authorities have implemented significant changes to their visa policy, affecting citizens from 14 countries, according to multiple diplomatic sources. The Kingdom’s move comes as part of its broader effort to regulate foreign workforce and enhance security measures across the nation. The new restrictions, which took effect earlier this week, primarily impact nations from
The Young Progressives Party (YPP) has strongly refuted claims by Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, that it plans to collapse its structures in support of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the upcoming November 8 governorship election. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Egbeola Martins, the YPP described Soludo’s assertion
South Korea’s Constitutional Court has ruled unanimously to remove President Yoon Suk Yeol from office, following his controversial martial law declaration, which sparked widespread political unrest. The court’s decision comes after Yoon’s attempt in December 2023 to undermine civilian governance, which saw armed troops deployed to parliament to prevent lawmakers from opposing his decree. Yoon,
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has vehemently denied accusations of owing a businesswoman, Tracynither Ohiri, a sum of N200 million for promotional materials supplied during his 2014 gubernatorial campaign. Speaking to journalists on Thursday during a site tour of the Independence Bridge in Lagos, Umahi refuted the allegations, labelling them as baseless. Umahi questioned
In a significant escalation of trade tensions between the world’s two largest economies, China has announced that it will impose a 34% tariff on all imports from the United States, effective April 10. This move is a direct response to President Donald Trump’s recent imposition of a similar 34% tariff on Chinese goods, which Beijing
After a 23-year absence from Lagos State’s sporting calendar, the revived Commissioner’s Cup will reach its pinnacle this Sunday at Alade Stadium in Ipaja.The tournament, sponsored by Lagos State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Akinyemi Ajigbotafe, will feature Dr Watts FC and Trade Safe FC in what promises to be an explosive final showdown.Football
Southampton coach Ivan Juric has showered praise on Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu, even after what he described as a heartbreaking end to their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace. The match, played at St Mary’s Stadium on Wednesday, ended in a 1-1 draw. Onuachu gave the Saints the lead in the 20th minute with a
President Bola Tinubu has lauded the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for its proactive step in organizing the Niger Delta Sports Festival, emphasizing its potential to foster peace and enhance youth development in the region. Represented by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, at the opening ceremony in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State,
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have come under intense scrutiny from opposition parties over what they describe as wasteful and insensitive foreign trips amidst Nigeria’s economic challenges. Critics argue that the frequent travels by the nation’s top leaders reflect misplaced priorities and a lack of commitment to addressing pressing domestic issues.
