On Friday, a Jos Magistrates’ Court ordered that a 14-year-old boy who stole two grinding machines be placed in a juvenile home for six months. Magistrate Shawomi Bokkos quickly tried and sentenced the minor after he admitted guilt. In addition…
On Friday, a Jos Magistrates’ Court sentenced 38-year-old driver Haliyu Ibrahim to 18 months in prison for negligence. Magistrate Shawomi Bokkos presided over the case, which was resolved quickly after Ibrahim admitted guilt. In addition to the prison sentence, Magistrate…
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has called on aviation workers to delay their planned nationwide protest against the 50% revenue cut from aviation agencies by the Nigerian government. In a statement issued on Friday, Keyamo responded…
Gov. Alex Otti of Abia has reshuffled his cabinet, 15 months into his administration. He also assigned portfolios to six new commissioners, who were sworn-in on Wednesday. The new Commissioners, namely Mr David Kalu, Dr Uwaoma Ukandu and Prof. Enoch…
By Raymond Ozoji, Awka The Anambra State Government has raided over 40,000 beggars and destitutes across the state, vowing to stop child begging and arrest adults who use children to make money. The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children and Social…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged international media outlets to adhere to the principles of fairness, accuracy, and objectivity in their reporting on issues concerning Nigeria. Idris, who stated this when he received a delegation…
By Ana Hajduka, founder and CEO of Africa GreenCo As Africa’s energy sector deregulates, exciting opportunities open up for financial innovation to benefit consumers. Private-sector buyers and traders can mitigate default risk and provide certified green energy at lower cost,…
Since last year, Rivers State has been grappling with a significant political crisis following an aborted impeachment attempt against Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara by 25 former lawmakers. The crisis has severely impacted the political landscape of the state. The root…
A Professor of Structural Development, Anthony Kila, has identified Aircraft Maintenance, Repairs and Overhaul (MRO) as a necessary investment to improve the efficiency of the aviation industry in Nigeria. Kila, who is the Director of the Commonwealth Institute of Advanced…
The Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade-John, has urged stakeholders and investors to harness various opportunities in the tourism sector for the benefits of Nigerians. Ade-John made the call during an interview with journalists during the week in Abuja. According to…
