In a landmark ruling on Wednesday, Justice Omotoso declared the impeachment of Edo State Deputy Governor Shaibu as illegal, unconstitutional, null, and void. The judgment concluded that the impeachment violated both sections 188 and 35 of the 1999 Constitution, as amended. Justice Omotoso’s decision not only reinstated Shaibu but also mandated that he receive his…
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has placed turbocharging economic growth at the forefront of Labour’s legislative agenda, marking the party’s return to power in the UK after a 14-year hiatus. “The legislation outlined in the King’s Speech will build on the momentum of our initial days in office and significantly impact the lives of working people,”…
“Our organisations celebrate the courage of the people who have given testimony and, through their words, allowed these facts to come to light. We believe them,” stated several organizations in a joint announcement regarding Henri Groues, known as “Abbe Pierre,” who died in 2007 at the age of 94. The allegations are detailed in an…
The Supreme Court of Ghana has indefinitely adjourned debate on the controversial “Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill,” which has been a focal point in the country’s political discourse since its passage by parliament in February. Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, chairing the five-member panel, assured that the court would expedite the case, but no…
Veteran midfielder Luka Modric has extended his contract with Real Madrid until June 30, 2025. The 38-year-old has had a storied career with the club, winning six Champions League titles, four La Liga titles, and two Copa del Rey trophies. Despite starting only 37 times over the past two league seasons, Modric remains a pivotal…
President Bola Tinubu has submitted a proposal to the Senate seeking the injection of N6.2 trillion into the N27.5 trillion 2024 budget. This request, conveyed through a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Wednesday’s plenary, includes significant allocations for both capital and recurrent expenditures. In his request, President Tinubu asked for the withdrawal…
The management of Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) has indefinitely suspended the customary ‘sign out’ and ‘log out’ celebration activities for final-year students. This decision comes in response to the tragic death of Hammed Ayinla Fabiyi, a 400-level student, and aims to ensure safety and maintain a serene and secure environment during the final…
Oumar Sylla, known as Fonike Mengue, and Mamadou Billo Bah, prominent leaders of a citizens’ movement advocating for a return to civilian rule, were arrested on July 9. This development comes amid rising tensions and ongoing crackdowns on opposition voices by Guinea’s military-led government. Lawyers representing the detained leaders announced plans to protest these “arbitrary…
Pastor Williams Kumuyi, the General Superintendent of Deeper Life Bible Church, has refuted circulating rumors suggesting his relocation to the United Kingdom. Addressing the issue on the Cross River State Deeper Life Facebook page, Pastor Kumuyi clarified that he had traveled abroad for a crusade and conference, which due to time differences, could not be…
