Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Edo Government Provides Relief To Farming Communities Affected By Militant Attacks. The Edo State Government has delivered a significant relief package to seven farming communities in Ovia South-West Local Government Area, following recent deadly attacks by suspected Ijaw militants. The relief materials, presented on behalf of Governor Monday Okpebholo, included 3,000 bags of 10kg rice and ₦20 million in financial support aimed at helping affected residents recover and rebuild. The donation was made by the Executive Secretary of the Edo State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Jerry Idahosa, during a visit to the area. The attacks, which took place…

Simon Ekpa To Face Trial In Nigeria As Finnish Court Approves Extradition. In a landmark decision with major implications for regional security and international justice, a Finnish court has approved the extradition of controversial separatist agitator Simon Ekpa to Nigeria. The Päijät-Häme District Court in Lahti ruled on 18 April 2025 that Ekpa should be handed over to Nigerian authorities, with the transfer set to take place on 15 July 2025. Ekpa, a dual Finnish-Nigerian citizen, is best known for styling himself as the “Prime Minister” of the self-proclaimed Biafra Republic Government-in-Exile. His activities, conducted largely from Finland, have…

Ghana’s Chief Justice Suspended Amid Misconduct Investigation. Ghana’s President, John Mahama, on Tuesday announced the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo following multiple petitions calling for her removal over alleged misconduct. The decision comes after three formal petitions accused Justice Torkornoo of tampering with court records and misusing public funds. The President, in consultation with the Council of State, has determined that a *prima facie* case has been established, warranting a full investigation. A statement from the presidency confirmed that Torkornoo would be suspended from her role while a five-member committee probes the allegations. Although specific…

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Urges President Tinubu To Prioritise Full Reconstruction Of Enugu Airport Runway. Ohanaeze Ndigbo has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently intervene by releasing funds for the comprehensive reconstruction of the runway at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu. The socio-cultural organisation, in a public statement, criticised the continued use of makeshift repairs and stressed the need for a lasting solution to ensure the safety and functionality of the airport. “We need a lasting solution rather than the makeshift efforts we’ve seen over the years,” stated a spokesperson for the group, Mr Chukwu, who also urged…

NBA Osogbo Condemns Arson Attack On Osun High Court, Offers Legal Support For Prosecution. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Osogbo branch, has strongly condemned the arson attack on the Osun State High Court in Ilesa, describing it as a grave assault on the rule of law and justice delivery. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Chairman of the Osogbo NBA branch, Mr Yemi Abiona, labelled the incident as a “heinous attack” and expressed deep concern over its implications for the legal system. The fire, which broke out in the early hours of Monday, completely razed Osun High…

Gold Hits Record $3,500 Amid Market Turmoil And Investor Flight From Dollar. The global price of gold soared to an unprecedented high of $3,500 per ounce on Tuesday, as jittery investors sought refuge from escalating market uncertainty linked to President Donald Trump’s trade policies and growing tensions with the Federal Reserve. According to analysts, concerns surrounding President Trump’s continued imposition of tariffs and his public criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell have rattled global markets, prompting a sharp shift away from traditional investments such as stocks and US Treasury bonds. In response, many investors turned to gold,…

George Bell, Once The Tallest Man In The United States, Dies Aged 67. George Bell, famously known as the tallest man in the United States at 7 feet 8 inches, has passed away at the age of 67. He died on 19 March in Durham, North Carolina, with the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office in Virginia—where he served for over a decade—confirming his death. No cause was disclosed. Born on 12 June 1957 in Portsmouth, Virginia, Mr Bell lived with gigantism, a rare condition caused by an excess of growth hormone, which leads to exceptional height. His stature earned him widespread…

Ganduje Inaugurates APC France Chapter, Urges Diaspora Support For Tinubu’s Reforms. The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has inaugurated the new executive committee of the party’s France Chapter in Paris, calling on Nigerians in the diaspora to rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda and his Renewed Hope vision. The inauguration, which took place over the weekend, brought together prominent members of the APC diaspora community. Speaking at the event, Dr Ganduje emphasised the vital role of unity and collective effort among party members abroad in supporting the administration’s drive for economic…

Police Rescue Newborn Baby In Akwa Ibom, Arrest Child Traffickers. The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has successfully rescued a two-day-old baby from an attempted trafficking operation and arrested several suspects linked to the crime. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, revealed in a statement issued yesterday in Uyo that police operatives intercepted a vehicle along the Nsit Atai-Oron Road containing three adults and the newborn. According to the statement, the vehicle—a Mazda with registration number YAB 454 AA—was driven by a man identified as Bethel Anyanwu and carried two female passengers. Upon questioning, the occupants were unable…

President Tinubu Returns To Abuja After Working Visits To France And The United Kingdom. President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja following a series of private and official engagements in France and the United Kingdom. The President, who departed Nigeria on 2 April, arrived back in the capital on Monday, 21 April 2025, as earlier confirmed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. During his time abroad, President Tinubu undertook a short working visit to France, where he assessed the mid-term performance of his administration. The visit also served as an opportunity to review ongoing reforms…

NYSC Releases 2025 Batch A Stream I Postings, Cautions Corps Members Against Night Travel. The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially released the postings for 2025 Batch A Stream I prospective corps members, urging them to prioritise safety as they prepare for their orientation programme. In a series of announcements made on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, the NYSC advised all prospective corps members (PCMs) to avoid night travel while heading to their designated camps, stressing the importance of personal safety during transit. As part of the preparation process, the NYSC highlighted that the…

Breaking: Pope Francis’ Funeral To Take Place April 26th Says Vatican. The Vatican has officially announced that the funeral of Pope Francis will take place on Saturday, 26 April at 10:00am local time (09:00 BST, 08:00 GMT), as Catholics around the world unite in grief following the pontiff’s passing. In a solemn rite held at the Santa Marta residence, the body of Pope Francis was placed in an open casket on Monday, marking the declaration of death. The Vatican released poignant images of the late pontiff dressed in a red robe, with the traditional papal mitre on his head…