2 mn read Justice Liman Mohammed of the Federal High Court in Kano State made a significant ruling on Thursday, June 13, regarding the rights of the former Emir Aminu Bayero and ongoing disputes within the Kano emirate. Here are the key points from the recent developments: ### Court Verdict and Fine: – **Judicial Affirmation**: Justice Liman Mohammed […]
2 mn read The Kenyan budget briefcase holds a unique place in the country’s ceremonial and governmental traditions. Here are the key aspects and anecdotes associated with this iconic symbol: ### Origin and Tradition: – **British Influence**: The tradition of the budget briefcase in Kenya is believed to have originated from British colonial practices. In the United Kingdom, […]
2 mn read The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is taking significant steps to ensure transparency and efficiency in its student loan application process through the NELFUND Student Verification System (SVS). Here are the key points highlighted in their recent statement: ### Key Highlights: 1. **Publication of Institutions’ Data**: NELFUND will publish a comprehensive list of institutions that […]
2 mn read The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has raised concerns over the increasing sale of adulterated and contaminated foods in Nigerian markets. The acting Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Adamu Abdullahi, highlighted various forms of adulteration such as forceful ripening of fruits, adulterated palm oil, contaminated meat, and grains during a sensitization event in Abuja. […]
2 mn read The Arondizuogu Patriotic Union (APU), a socio-cultural group based in the United Kingdom and Ireland, has sponsored 125 students for the 2024 Junior West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) in Imo State, Nigeria. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on parents and students from three major schools in Arondizuogu and is part of APU’s […]
2 mn read The Dutch government has implemented stringent measures to address the misuse of its asylum system by some Ugandans who falsely claim to be LGBTQ+ in order to secure refugee status. This phenomenon has led to a significant drop in the acceptance rate of asylum applications from Uganda, highlighting the complexities and challenges within the Dutch […]
2 mn read The proposed bill authored by Akin Fapohunda, titled “A Bill for an Act to Substitute the Annexure to Decree 24 of 1999 with New Governance Model for the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” aims to fundamentally reshape Nigeria’s governance structure by reintroducing regionalism. Here are the key points and provisions of the bill: 1. **Introduction of […]
< 1 mn read Former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, recently celebrated Nigeria’s creative industry as a pivotal sector driving economic growth and cultural influence on a global scale. Speaking at the “Giessen Meets The World” forum organized by the IHK Giessen-Friedberg Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Germany, Mohammed highlighted several key points: 1. **Significant […]
< 1 mn read The Police Command in Kano State has taken a proactive step by banning Durbar activities during the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. This decision, as articulated by Usaini Gumel, the state Commissioner of Police, aims to uphold peace amidst security concerns related to the Kano Emirateship Tussle. In a statement issued on Thursday, Gumel emphasized that the […]
< 1 mn read The incident where a suspected thief was caught stealing yams and subsequently forced to sell them at a market has stirred various reactions on social media. Eyewitnesses reported that the thief was tied to a rope, made to carry the stolen yams in a head pan, and paraded around the market. He was then compelled […]
