The Governor of Eastern Province, Commissioner General of Police (rtd) Emmanuel Gasana has been arrested over abusing the authority granted to him by the law. The arrest took place few hours after the former police boss was suspended from his duties by the Prime Minister. Gasana’s arrest, according to Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), was the […]
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Rice and maize are major staple foods (grains) widely consumed across many households in Nigeria. It is the season of rice paddy harvesting in Nigeria, and many farmers have commenced the process of harvesting, parboiling and bagging their commodities this year. Despite grappling with uncertainty due to fluctuating weather patterns recorded through drought and excess […]
The judgment on Peter Obi’s case, coming immediately after the court’s decision dismissing Atiku’s appeal, brought the curtain down on the legal disputes over the validity of Mr Tinubu’s election. The Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal filed by Peter Obi of the Labour Party challenging the election of President Bola Tinubu. The seven-member panel […]
The 15 journalists participated in a three-day capacity-building workshop in Abuja to strengthen media capacity for better climate change reporting. A PREMIUM TIMES reporter, Abdulqudus Ogundapo, has been selected for a Climate Change project of the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) with support from the Public Affairs section of the US Embassy, Abuja. […]
President Bola Tinubu appointed Mr Aliyu as the ICPC chairman on Tuesday last week. The Senate has begun screening Musa Aliyu as the chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC). The screening started at about 11:50 a.m. after Senate Leader, Bamidele Opeyemi, raised a point order to suspend the Senate […]
The arrest was made following credible intelligence received from a collaborator of the terrorists. The troops of 1 Division of the Nigerian Army, Kaduna, have arrested two suspected suppliers of ammunition to terrorists in the state. The soldiers also recovered weapons and 16 motorcycles. The Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations 1 Division, Musa Yahaya, […]
The seven-member panel of the Supreme Court unanimously dismissed the appeal after resolving all seven raised by Atiku in favour of Mr Tinubu. The Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal filed by the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s election. The judgemet, delivered Thursday, laid to […]
The Supreme Court dismissed Atiku’s application to tender fresh evidence on the grounds that the court lacked the jurisdiction to entertain such evidence that was not tendered before the lower court. The Supreme Court has rejected the application by Atiku Abubakar to tender fresh evidence of certificate forgery against President Bola Tinubu. A five-member panel […]
Brussels — The European Union has granted Kenya over Sh11.4 billion (72million Euros) to support priority areas of green transition on environmental sustainability and digital inclusion, good governance as well as peace and stability. In a deal signed by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels, Belgium on […]
Nairobi — A presumed teenage girl linked to the murder of Nairobi Hospital Finance Director Eric Maigo has pleaded guilty to the offence. Anne Adhiambo pleaded guilty thrice in three different instances saying “Ni Ukweli,” (It is true) as the court ordered for the charges to be reread for clarity during an appearance at the […]
Nairobi — Sustainable Inclusive Business Kenya (SIB-K), a wing of the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), has partnered with the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) to combat plastic pollution. Through a private sector sensitization workshop, the project is supported by USAID as well as Prosper Africa and seeks to advance environmental responsibility, sustainable business practices, […]
Mathias Mpuuga, the Leader of the Opposition, has refuted claims of ongoing negotiations but confirmed a meeting with Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, during which he transmitted the list of Opposition demands to the government. Tayebwa had previously stated that discussions were taking place between the opposition and the government to resolve the impasse in Parliament. […]
With the electoral countdown to the 2026 elections well underway and the roadmap unveiled, concerns are mounting about the state of a fragmented opposition. Disputes and fractures within key opposition parties, including the FDC, UPC, and DP, alongside multiple court battles, have raised doubts about the unity of the opposition and its ability to mount […]
As Uganda marks the close of customer service month, it is the perfect time to recognize the vital role of customer feedback in enhancing the overall customer experience. A customer-centric approach, guided by the voice of the customer, is key to ongoing improvement. Prioritizing exceptional customer service is more than a commitment; it is embedded […]
Sanwo-Olu hails capital market collaboration with Lagos The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, yesterday, said that the infrastructural deficits in Nigeria and the rest of the West African sub-region are better tackled with funding from the domestic capital market and not through foreign borrowing alone. Similarly, Executive Governor of Lagos State Mr. Babajide […]
The Bank of Uganda has informed Parliament that the Uganda shilling has remained stagnant since the World Bank announced the suspension of new loans to the country following the passing of the Anti-Homosexuality Act. “Following the pronouncement by the World Bank regarding new financing as a result of the Anti-Homosexuality Act, that they wouldn’t be […]
Ajisegiri Ayobami, who was the disc jockey to late singer, Mohbad, has told the Coroner Inquest in Ikorodu that the deceased collapsed and started vomiting, after a nurse administered an injection on him. The Inquest is looking into circumstances that led to the September 12 death of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, better known as Mohbad. According […]
President Bola Tinubu has approved N18 billion for the Group Life Assurance benefits and other entitlements for families of fallen heroes of the Nigerian Armed Forces. The president announced the approval, yesterday, during the launch of the emblem appeal fund for the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the presidential Villa. President Tinubu also assured […]