Oluwatobi Saliman
17 May 2024
Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has expressed concern over what it described as sensational and biased reporting surrounding the ongoing court case involving Alliance Hospital and its Medical Director, Dr Christopher Otabor.
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At least 700 people have been killed since Sunday in intense fighting in Goma, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo's North Kivu province, a UN spokesman said Friday. Rwandan-backed armed group M23 has seized Goma, the biggest city in the country's east, and is advancing south as volunteers and the struggling Congolese army…
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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has provided Nigerians with a detailed guide on how to report loan apps that engage in harassment, particularly after loan repayment failures. Online loan apps have become a popular choice for many Nigerians seeking quick financial relief. However, some lenders resort to aggressive tactics, including sending embarrassing…
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Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran joined Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr on Friday in a deal worth a reported £64 million ($79 million). Duran was unable to break into Villa's team on a regular basis despite a series of impressive substitute appearances. The 21-year-old Colombian scored Villa's winner in their memorable Champions League victory…
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The Delta State government has suspended five primary school headteachers for allegedly extorting pupils through unauthorized levies. The suspension, announced in a statement from the State Ministry of Information and signed by Permanent Secretary Theresa Adiabua-Oliko, was made public on Friday, January 31, 2025. According to the statement, the action followed an investigation and an…
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The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has revoked the licences of two air operators, Omni-Blu Aviation and Eastwind Aviation, for violations of Part 1.2.1.5 of Nig. CARs. The offences pertain to the falsification, reproduction, or alteration of applications, licences, certificates, logbooks, reports, or records. The authority, in a post on their X handle, stated that…
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The Bauchi State High Court has ordered the state’s Commissioner for Water Resources, Abdulrazak Zaki, and the Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Auwal, to explain why they should not be jailed for allegedly violating its orders. In a ruling dated January 24, 2025, Justice Mukhtar Abubakar warned both officials against disregarding the court's directive,…
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The efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force, which happens to be the lead security agency in internal security, to combat increased rates of crimes and criminality across the length and breadth of Nigeria has over time been undermined by persistent shortage of manpower. With a population exceeding 200 million, the police-to-citizen ratio remains far below…
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A civil society group, The Osun Masterminds (TOM), has called on the Osun State Government to ensure that the ongoing recruitment into the Amotekun Corps and Imole Youth Corps is free from political influence and favouritism. Speaking at the group’s monthly media briefing in Osogbo on Friday, TOM’s Executive Director, Prof. Wasiu Oyedokun-Alli, commended the…
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Nollywood veteran, Chiwetalu Agu, has given a warning to those rushing into marriage, saying it is not a must to get married at all costs. The legendary actor, known for his unique roles and witty catchphrases, shared his thoughts in a video recently seen on Instagram, where he outlined key warning signs people should not…