GTBank Vs 4 Journalists: How Police Made Us Write Statements Involuntarily – Defendants Tell Court
Four journalists standing trial before the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, in the alleged cyberstalking and defamation case filed by Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), holding company of GTBank, have narrated how they were coerced by the police to write statements…
Incessant Kidnapping and Robbery Attacks In Kwara, Clues To Solve The Menace
By Kayode Abdulazeez Security of lives and properties is enshrined in the Nigerian constitution as one of the cardinal responsibilities of government at all levels. Federal, State, and Local Governments are granted the power to maintain law and order because…
More Darkness As Power Outage Hits Northern Nigeria, TCN Scrambles to Fix Faulty Transmission Lines
A sudden power outage has plagued the North East, North West, and parts of North Central Nigeria, following a fault on the 330kV Ugwaji-Apir Double Circuit transmission lines. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) confirmed the incident, which occurred at…
Lekki Toll Gate #EndSARS Anniversary: Nigerians Commemorate 4th Year Amidst Police Brutality, 22 Arrested (Full List)
Today, Nigerians mark the fourth anniversary of the historic #EndSARS protest, which began as a call to end police brutality and disband the notorious Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). The movement has become a symbol of resistance against oppression. Nigerians took…
CPJ Demands Release Of Four Incarcerated Journalists Over GTBank Fraud Report
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has strongly condemned the ongoing detention of four Nigerian journalists facing cyber stalking allegations. Olurotimi Olawale, editor of National Monitor, and Precious Chukwunonso, publisher of a private news platform, were arrested on September 20….
Actors Guild of Nigeria Clarifies Internal Memo, Denies Watching Senate President’s “Alleged Side Chicks”
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has reacted swiftly to “false reports” circulating in the media, clarifying the contents of its internal memo dated October 17, 2024. In a press release personally issued by the AGN President, Dr. Ejezie Emeka…
Lawmakers Sound Alarm on Soaring Fuel Prices, Demand Federal Government Intervention
The House of Representatives has taken a strong stance against the recent surge in petrol and cooking gas prices, calling on the Federal Government to reverse the hike and implement emergency measures to stabilize costs. Hon. Aliyu Madaki, sponsor of…
Court Adjourns Premiere Academy Suit Against Activist Seeking Justice for Late 14-Year-Old
In a recent development, an Abuja High Court sitting in Kwali has adjourned the suit filed by Premiere Academy, Lugbe, Abuja, against Child Rights Advocate and media personality, Dr. Lemmy Ughegbe. The suit, which seeks to stop Dr. Ughegbe from…
EFCC’s Gestapo-Style Invasion of Urban Radio Enugu Condemned by Guild of Public Affairs Analysts
The Guild of Public Affairs Analysts of Nigeria, Enugu State Chapter, has vehemently condemned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) invasion of Urban Radio in Enugu, describing it as a blatant attack on press freedom and democratic values. “The…
AASU Commends Nigeria’s Giant Leap Towards Economic Independence with Dangote Refinery Aviation Fuel Deal
The All-Africa Students’ Union (AASU) has commended the Federal Government of Nigeria for its strategic decision to designate Dangote Refinery as the sole supplier of Jet A1 fuel to the aviation sector. The continental student union noted that the landmark…
The Abuse of Power: A Lesson from History And Need for Lasting Legacies
Throughout history, the abuse of power has led to devastating consequences, tarnishing the legacies of leaders and causing irreparable harm to individuals and societies. Leaders who abuse their power often forget that their position is transient and can swiftly shift,…
