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• Stops CBN From Releasing Funds To Rivers State Govt• Orders Pro-Wike Lawmakers To Resume Immediately• APC Hails Judgment, Warns Fubara Against Disobeying Verdict• INEC Faults Governor’s Allegations Over Rivers Assembly Crisis The Supreme Court on Friday declared as invalid, illegal, null and void, the local government election conducted in Rivers State on October 5, last year, which was won by the All People’s Party (APP). The Supreme Court held that the election was invalid because all conditions precedent billed to be implemented were jettisoned by the Rivers State Electoral Commission (RSIEC). Specifically, Justice Jamilu Tukur, who delivered the…

In SummaryUrbanization in Africa is booming, but will its cities be sustainable or overwhelmed by pollution and congestion? Some nations are taking the lead, investing in smart infrastructure, renewable energy, and climate-adaptive planning.In 2025, Rwanda’s Kigali will remain Africa’s cleanest and most efficiently planned city while South Africa expands its smart city projects. As climate change and rapid population growth pose new challenges, these 10 African countries stand out for their innovative policies, forward-thinking urban development, and commitment to building greener, more livable cities.Deep Dive!!What do Rwanda, South Africa, and Morocco have in common? They are among the African countries driving…

The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) says the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) sharing formula would serve as an incentive for economic expansion across all states. Speaking on the sidelines of the public hearing on the tax reform bill at the House of Representatives, PAACA’s Executive Director, Ezenwa Nwagwu, highlighted the importance of a stable and well-structured tax system that benefits all Nigerians, regardless of political affiliations. has called for a non-partisan approach to Nigeria’s ongoing tax reform efforts, emphasizing that the reforms should be driven by national interest rather than political or regional rivalry. Nwagwu…

Godwin Isenyo Sightsavers International has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring essential eye care services are affordable and accessible to all Nigerians, particularly marginalised groups in four Northern states. Country Director of Sightsavers in Nigeria, Dr. Joy Shuaibu, who spoke during the flag-off of the SeeClear Nigeria Inclusive Eye Health Care Services Delivery Meeting in Kaduna on Wednesday, said the programme would be in four northern states to combat blindness and improve access to quality eye care services. She said the initiative would cover Plateau, Zamfara, Sokoto, and Kaduna States. According to her, it was aimed at ensuring that essential eye…

A TV series based on Chinua Achebe’s seminal novel “Things Fall Apart” is in development at A24, with Idris Elba set to star and executive produce. Elba’s production company, 22Summers, will produce alongside Yoruba Saxon and Achebe Masterworks. This adaptation will bring to life the story of Okonkwo, a fearless African warrior navigating British colonization and cultural disruption. Considered one of the greatest novels ever written, “Things Fall Apart” has been translated into over 60 languages and won numerous awards. This latest adaptation follows previous film and miniseries iterations, including a 1998 miniseries starring Pete Edochie as Okonkwo. With Elba…

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman is Juventus’ number one target ahead on the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. The Old Lady are set to undergo some squad changes in the summer as coach Thiago Motta looks to shape the team to fit his style of play. Also, some players will be looking to move on to other clubs. One such player is Serbian striker Dusan Vlahovic, who has had a topsy-turvy stay at Juventus. Ademola Lookman for Atalanta (photo credit: Imago) The former Fiorentina man has been linked with some top clubs outside Italy, like Arsenal, Aston Villa, and PSG.…

At least 14 Nigerians have been declared wanted by the international criminal police organisation (Interpol) for alleged human and drug trafficking, robbery, cheating, and forgery. Red Notices published on the Interpol website stated that the suspects are wanted by various countries.  The individuals named in the notices include Felix Omoregie, Jessica Edosomwan, Uche Egbue, Jude Uzoma, Chinedu Ezeunara, Benedict Okoro, Ikechukwu Obidiozor, and Alachi Stanley. Others are Bouhari Salif, Timloh Nkem, Austine Costa, Okromi Festus, Akachi Vitus, and Mary Eze. Belgian authorities have issued a notice for Omoregie, accusing him of leading a criminal organisation involved in exploiting minors for…

The Bayelsa State Government has denied claims that the state is a mono-product economy. According to the government, Bayelsa is richly endowed with numerous natural resources, including fish and arable land capable of producing rice, palm oil, plantain, and several other crops in commercial quantities. The Deputy Governor of the state, Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, stated this during a courtesy visit by a delegation from NEXIM Bank, led by its South-South Regional Head, Soni Oseghale, at Government House, Yenagoa, on Thursday. Ewhrudjakpo expressed the government’s readiness to partner with the Nigerian Export-Import Bank to harness the state’s non-oil and gas resources…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has warned fruit dealers and sellers against using calcium carbide in fruit ripening for commercial purposes. The warning was made by the NAFDAC Coordinator in Sokoto state, Mr Abdulsalam Lawal, during a public awareness campaign at a fruit market on Monday in Sokoto. Lawal urged fruit dealers and sellers to stop the dangerous practice, which he noted was harmful, stressing that it posed serious risks to public health. He warned that the use of calcium carbide could lead to severe health issues, including kidney damage, cancer, hypertension, and even terminal…

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has said he will probe the exclusion of Nigerian athlete, Favour Ofili, from the 100m Women’s event at the ongoing Paris 2024 Olympic Games. On Tuesday, the sprinter announced that she will not be competing in the 100-metre race at the ongoing Olympics in Paris due to administrative failures by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria and the Nigerian Olympic Committee. “It is with great regret that I have just been told I will not be competing in the 100 meters at this Olympic Games. I qualified, but those with the AFN…