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The magistrate court sitting in Ado-Ekiti has denied the human rights activist, Dele Farotimi, bail. Farotimi was arraigned in court for alleged defamation of the founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola. In his ruling, at the resumed sitting on Tuesday, the presiding magistrate, Abayomi Adeosun, adjourned the application of bail to December 20 after the counsel to the police, Samson Osobu, proved that the bail application submitted by the defendant was incompetent and irregular. Omoyele Sowore, former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, also confirmed this in a post on his X handle on…

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed displeasure with the directives by the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano and Kebbi states mandating the closure of all public and private schools for up to five weeks to observe the Ramadan fast, effective from late February to early April 2025. In a statement on Sunday, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said, “While we honour the religious diversity of our nation and recognise the significance of faith, these decisions raise serious issues of equity, educational continuity, and the welfare of all citizens, regardless of their religious beliefs.” Okoh, who recognised education…

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that although his administration disagrees with the Supreme Court judgments that put to rest the lingering political disputes in the state, he is bound to obey the orders made therein by the court as a law-abiding government. The governor said that although humans are not above mistakes, his government has not done anything deliberately to trample on the rule of law or the hallowed principles of constitutional governance. Governor Fubara stated this in a statewide broadcast in Government House, Port Harcourt, on Sunday evening. He said, “Since inception, we have conducted…

The remains of Sarkin Sasa, Haruna Maiyasin Katsina, who died at the age of 125, were laid to rest on Sunday at his residence in the Sasa community, Akinyele Local Government Area, Ibadan, Oyo State. He was interred at exactly 1:45 pm. Until his demise, Sarkin Sasa was the Chairman of the Council of ArewaTraditional Rulers in the 17 Southern States of Nigeria. In a swift move to fill the leadership vacuum, one of his sons, Ahmed Haruna (Ciroma), was unanimously nominated as the new Sarkin Sasa by the family and the traditional councils of the 17 Southern states, our…

Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, shared his thoughts on Ademola Lookman’s performance following their draw against Venezia at the Gewiss Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports.  The Nigerian attacker, who had turned his coach’s criticism to success in Atalanta’s last clash with a brace, could not pick up from where he left off when they played host to Venezia. With that, Lookman, endured a frustrating night as Atalanta were held to a disappointing 0-0 draw, having missed key chances that could have secured a vital win in their Serie A title pursuit. FULL TIME | Termina in pareggio. It finishes all square.@acqua_lete |…

In SummaryAfrica’s economic growth is projected to improve 2025 by 3.7% with further potential to reach 4.0% by 2026.The economic growth in Africa is driven mainly by regional integration through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).Events like the 2014 commodity price downturn and the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted investment in Africa, causing economic contractions. The inflation rate in Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to decline from 7.1% in 2023 to 4.9% and further until 2023, based on the current economic policies being adopted by African countries.Deep Dive!!As we step into the second quarter of 2025, several African nations are experiencing tangible…

The Senate Deputy Chief Whip, Onyekachi Nwebonyi, has dismissed the sexual harassment allegations levelled against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing them as politically motivated and an attempt to evade disciplinary action. In a statement obtained by PUNCH Online on Sunday, Nwebonyi argued that the claims were unsubstantiated and conveniently timed to deflect attention from an ongoing disciplinary process against Akpoti-Uduaghan. He also criticised former Senate President Dr. Bukola Saraki, for drawing a parallel between his past case and the current allegations against Akpabio, stating that the two situations are different. “Saraki’s case was about official duties…

Idowu Abdullahi The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria and Nigeria Medical Association have said the diversion of patients to private clinics or medical facilities by doctors who are government employees is unethical. They explained that while some senior physicians who meet the requirements were permitted by law to operate private clinics after their working hours at government facilities, they were not allowed to divert patients to their personal establishments. The bodies, however, clarified that most of the cases of patient diversions were mere allegations, adding that processes were in place to ensure those found guilty were punished according to…

Photo credit: Cynthiaerivo/Instagram Cynthia Erivo has never shied away from wearing her heart on her sleeve, and her latest single, “Replay,” is no different. Her first solo release since her debut album, “Ch. 1 Vs. 1,” in 2021, the song arrives ahead of her upcoming album, offering a deeply personal reflection on self-doubt, anxiety, and the thoughts that refuse to quiet down. She sings, “I’m a constant work in progress, and I can’t keep fears at bay.” The chorus, “My mind is like a record, set up on auto-replay,” captures the feeling of being stuck in a loop of overthinking,…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has mourned the demise of Chief (Mrs.) Adenike Ebun Oyagbola, the first female minister of cabinet rank in Nigeria. Chief Oyagbola passed away at the age of 94 on Friday. Abiodun, in a condolence message on Saturday, said the life of the deceased politician exemplified shrewdness, courage, humility, and a strong will and passion for service. The governor added that the late Iyalode of Yewaland paved an enviable path for African women to follow in the quest for gender equality and the active participation of women in politics. He, therefore, prayed for the…