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Over 100 Suspected Homosexuals Arrested at Wedding Ceremony

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The Delta State Police Command has apprehended over 100 individuals suspected of participating in a same-sex wedding ceremony at a hotel in Delta state. The police’s announcement via social media indicates a crackdown on homosexual activities, in line with Nigeria’s 2014 anti-gay law imposing a 14-year prison term for same-sex engagement. This incident follows a pattern of similar arrests and parades of individuals involved in homosexual activities in recent years, reflecting the ongoing societal debates surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in Nigeria.

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FCTA Demolishes Illegal Multimillion Naira Duplex in Wuse Zone 6

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The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) carried out the demolition of a multimillion-naira duplex constructed on an unapproved plot, plot 226 in Wuse Zone 6. The Director of the Department of Development Control, Mukhtar Gidado, revealed that the building had been developed illegally, disregarding prior warnings. Gidado explained that an extensive investigation was conducted to…

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Miyetti Allah Vows to Address Injustice Against Fulani Herders, Forms Legal Committee

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The Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, a Fulani socio-cultural association, has established a 55-member legal committee to address injustice faced by its members across Nigeria. The organization aims to provide legal assistance for herders facing unjust jail terms, while emphasizing the need for fair treatment and dispelling the perception that all Fulani herders are criminals. The association’s efforts to tackle issues through legal means and promote peaceful coexistence are highlighted during their annual general meeting.

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INEC Announces Electronic Result Transmission for Kogi State Governorship Election

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INEC announces electronic result transmission for Kogi State governorship election, aiming to enhance transparency and curb electoral malpractices. Prof. Gabriel Longpet, the REC of Kogi, highlights the significance of electronic transmission in safeguarding the integrity of results. The move is part of broader efforts to ensure credible and accountable democratic processes.

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Edo Deputy Governor Denied Access to State Governor

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A dramatic incident took place at the Edo State Government House during a public function on Sunday, as security personnel prevented Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu from accessing Governor Godwin Obaseki. The incident occurred during the Interdenominational Thanksgiving Church Service, held at the Festival Hall in the Government House, as part of the celebrations marking Edo’s…

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Tinubu Warns Against Destructive Path of Servicing Debt with 90% Revenue

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President Bola Tinubu has raised concern about Nigeria’s financial health, emphasizing that the country cannot sustainably service its debt when 90% of its revenue is allocated to this purpose. Speaking during the Nigerian Bar Association’s Annual Conference in Abuja, Tinubu highlighted the perilous trajectory this financial burden could lead the country to if left unaddressed….

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Reps to abolish recruitment waivers for MDAs

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The House of Representatives has vowed to abolish waivers in recruitment exercises in Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs, of the Federal Government. The lawmakers described the waiver as an abuse of recruitment processes with alleged nepotism and favouritism taking the centre stage. Yusuf Gagdi, Chairman, Ad hoc Committee on Job Racketeering and Mismanagement of IPPIS,…

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PSC Orders Compulsory Retirement of 4 DIGs

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The Police Service Commission (PSC) has taken decisive action by ordering the compulsory retirement of four senior Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) for their failure to retire following the appointment of their colleague as the acting Inspector-General of Police. The affected senior officers are Dan-Mallam Mohammed, Moses Jitiboh, Hafiz Inuwa, and Adeleke Bode. Despite the…

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