Outdoor enthusiasts in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, are advised to inform the police before embarking on excursions and hikes.
In response to rising security concerns in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Nigeria,The Police Command has issued a directive urging individuals and groups to inform law enforcement agencies before embarking on hiking or camping trips. Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ajao S. Adewale, emphasised the need for collaboration between outdoor enthusiasts and security […]
Congo Grants Clemency to Three Americans Sentenced to Death Amid U.S. Diplomatic Moves
Three American citizens who were sentenced to death in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) over a failed coup attempt have had their sentences commuted to life imprisonment. The announcement was made by a spokeswoman for President Félix Tshisekedi, signaling a shift in the country’s approach to the high-profile case. The three Americans were among […]
Niger’s Military Government Releases Detainees from 2023 Coup, But Bazoum Remains in Custody
Niger’s military government has announced the release of several high-profile detainees arrested following the 2023 coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. The decision, which was made public on national television on Tuesday, aligns with the recommendations from the National Consultations for Reform held in February. Despite the mass release, ousted President Mohamed Bazoum remains in […]
African Development Bank Approves Eswatini’s 2025-2030 Strategy to Boost Economic Transformation
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank has approved Eswatini’s Country Strategy Paper (CSP) 2025-2030. The target is to accelerate the country’s structural transformation and build a strong foundation for a more inclusive, diverse, resilient, and competitive economy. The new strategy, which followed extensive consultations with government authorities, civil society, the private sector, […]
AU Deploys High-Level Delegation to Mediate in South Sudan Crisis
In a significant move towards fostering peace in South Sudan, the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Youssouf Ali, has reaffirmed the AU’s unwavering commitment to dialogue and reconciliation in the country. Following direct talks with President Salva Kiir, the Chairperson addressed the evolving political situation and the recent violence in Nasir, […]
SERAP Urges National Assembly to Withdraw Bill Mandating Voting Under Threat of Jail Time
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas to immediately withdraw a proposed bill that seeks to impose a six-month jail term or a ₦100,000 fine—or both—on eligible Nigerians who fail to vote in national and state elections. In a letter dated […]
Three Nigerians Face 60 Years in US Prison for $4.5M Fraud Scheme
Three Nigerians based in the United States—Olumide Olorunfunmi, Samson Amos, and Emmanuel Unuigbe—are facing a combined sentence of up to 60 years in prison for allegedly laundering $4.5 million. The case, which was originally reported by PUNCH Metro, was detailed in a statement by the US Department of Justice. The statement revealed that the trio […]
SALLAH HOMAGE: PRESIDENT TINUBU LAUDS FCT MINISTER’S INNOVATION IN GOVERNANCE Calls for Unity and National Progress
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, for his progressive governance approach, which has led to significant improvements in the lives of FCT residents. The President made this statement while receiving a delegation of FCT residents at the Presidential Villa on Sunday, March 30, […]
African Development Bank Approves $19.85 Million Grant for Humanitarian Support in Sudan
The African Development Bank Group has approved a $19.85 million grant to support emergency humanitarian operations in Sudan, with a strong focus on improving women’s livelihoods and mitigating the impact of the ongoing conflict on communities and critical infrastructure. This was disclosed in a press statement by Christin Roby, Principal Regional Communication Officer for East […]
Elon Musk Sells X to xAI for $45 Billion
Elon Musk has sold his social media company, X, to his artificial intelligence firm, xAI, for $45 billion. The deal, which includes $12 billion in debt, values X at $33 billion, slightly more than what Musk paid for it in 2022. Musk stated that the integration of X and xAI will leverage AI-driven capabilities to […]
