Nigeria Labour Congress President Joe Ajaero arrested
Ajaero has been on the radar of security agents recently. Opeyemi Olamilekan Abuja – Operatives of Nigeria’s secret police, the Department of the State Service (DSS) have arrested Joe Ajaero,…
SERAP office raided by Nigeria’s secret police DSS in Abuja
Martins Owoseni Abuja – Operatives of Nigeria’s secret police the Department of State Services (DSS) have invaded the Abuja office of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, the civil…
Nigerians at breaking point, labour union, former VP Atiku warn as civil organisation demands immediate reversal of the “illegal and unconstitutional” hike in the pump price of petrol
Matthew Onocheta The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and a former Vice President, Abubakar Atiku have warned that the increase in petrol price by the federal government has put most Nigerians…
Nigeria police say two suicide attempts foiled on Third Mainland Bridge
Nigeria has seen an upsurge in suicide cases recently, some health experts have blamed the biting economic hardship and hunger. Morakinyo Akinosun Lagos – A 65-year-old blind man, Ewenla Ibrahim…
A blockbuster Chinese video game sparks debate on sexism in the nation’s gaming industry
The criticism reflects simmering anger among Chinese women in the industry who say they have long been targeted by misogynistic remarks and behavior. AP A blockbuster new Chinese video game…
Lagos government, Governor Sanwo-Olu, others sued over alleged $100 million Dangote Refinery land deal, 9 years after former Governor Fashola claimed the land was freely given to Dangote
The lawsuit seeks to uncover the truth surrounding Dangote’s claim and ensure transparency and accountability in the handling of public funds. Olayomi Koiki Lagos – Nigeria’s Lagos State Government has…
Israel carries out intense strikes in central Syria, killing 4, state media says
AP DAMASCUS — A series of Israeli strikes hit multiple areas in central Syria late Sunday, killing at least four people, wounding 13 and sparking fires, state media reported. Syria…
Algeria declares President Tebboune election winner with 95% of vote
The economic difficulties faced by ordinary Algerians may have contributed to the low turnout on Saturday. Reuters ALGIERS – Algerian authorities declared President Abdulmadjid Tebboune the overwhelming winner of Saturday’s…
Putin loyalists set to win local elections in war-affected Russian regions
Results of the tightly controlled elections are already being interpreted in Russia as a vote of confidence in Putin and his operation in Ukraine. Reuters Supporters of President Vladimir Putin…
South Korea summit to target ‘blueprint’ for using AI in the military
The summit is not the only international set of discussions on AI use in the military. Reuters SEOUL – South Korea convened an international summit on Monday seeking to establish…