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Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has been sworn in as the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) by President Bola Tinubu, marking a significant moment in the country’s judicial history.   The ceremony took place on August 23, with Justice Kekere-Ekun assuming her role in an acting capacity following the retirement of her …

At least 10 people were injured when a fully loaded Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) bus overturned on its side within the dedicated BRT lane along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway near Iyana-Ipaja on the morning of August 23.   The incident occurred around 7:45 a.m., leaving passengers in distress as emergency responders rushed …

Doctors across Anambra State have withdrawn their services indefinitely following the abduction of their colleague, Dr. Stephen Ezeh, and what they describe as the government’s failure to address their growing concerns about security, poor remuneration, and a lack of essential medical equipment in hospitals.  The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), Anambra …

In the ongoing inquest into the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, a coroner’s court in Ikorodu, Lagos State, has ordered substituted service on key witnesses, including Azeez Fashola (aka Naira Marley) and Samson Eletu (aka Sam Larry).   This move, approved by Magistrate T. A. Sotobi on August …

A chaotic incident unfolded on a Jetstar flight from Sydney to Melbourne when a passenger, disregarding the instructions of the flight attendants, opened the emergency exit and decided to jump out of the aircraft as it taxied to the gate.  The man, believed to be in his 30s, had been …

The Federal Government has announced that the 2025 budget will be structured around a comprehensive needs assessment, focusing on essential projects and agencies to ensure that resources are allocated more equitably.  This new approach aims to make life more comfortable for all Nigerians by adjusting the budget to better suit …

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has adjourned the hearing on Minister Nyesom Wike’s motion to restrict participants in the ongoing hunger protest until September 4.  The adjournment, announced on Thursday, August 22, by Justice Sylvanus Oriji, follows the claimant’s counsel, Moses Ebute, serving the motion on notice to …

Severe flooding has severed the Azare-Ja’amare road along the Kano-Maiduguri Highway in Bauchi State, causing major disruptions to transportation and raising alarm over the safety of nearby communities. The road, a vital link in the northeast geopolitical zone, has become impassable due to a large crater formed by floodwaters, forcing …

Chaos erupted in Sabon Birni, Sokoto State, as residents took to the streets to protest the death of Alhaji Isa Bawa, the Emir of Gobir, who was killed after three weeks in captivity. The Emir, a respected leader known for holding the community together, was abducted along with his son …

Kabiru, the son of the late District Head of Gobir in Gatawa, Sabon Birni Local Government Area, Sokoto State, has been released by bandits after 25 days in captivity.   This development comes following the payment of a N60 million ransom and the provision of five motorcycles.  Tragically, Kabiru’s father, Alhaji …

The spokesperson of the Delta State Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh, has expressed concern over the lack of appreciation and respect shown to police officers in Nigeria.  In a post shared on X this morning, Adeh highlighted the challenges faced by officers who, despite risking their lives daily to protect …

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the federal and state governments, demanding immediate action on unresolved issues that threaten the future of Nigeria’s public universities.  Failure to meet these demands, the union warns, will result in a nationwide strike.  ASUU National President, Emmanuel …

The recent #EndBadGovernance protests have forced the Nigerian federal government to take notice of the public’s growing dissatisfaction and demands, according to Senator Abubakar Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning.  Speaking at the Nigerian Economic Summit Group’s National Economic Dialogue, Bagudu acknowledged that the government has been compelled to …

At least 17 people have lost their lives and 34 others have been injured in a devastating explosion at a pharmaceutical factory in Andhra Pradesh’s Anakapalli district. The blast, which occurred on Wednesday, August 21, was so powerful that it scattered severed body parts around the site, according to reports …

Prince Harry is reportedly struggling with feelings of isolation and frustration since his move to the United States, according to sources close to the Duke of Sussex. As he approaches his 40th birthday in September, concerns have emerged about his emotional well-being. An unnamed friend, described as “one of Harry’s …