The Ondo State Security Network Agency, otherwise known as Amotekun Corps, on Monday, arraigned no fewer than 22 suspects before a Chief Magistrates' Court for allegedly belonging to various cult groups in the state. The suspects, who were arraigned on four counts of conspiracy, were also alleged to be involved in cult-related violence in Owo,…

The European Union (EU) has called for stronger protections for digital rights in Nigeria while also cautioning the government against regulatory measures that infringe on citizens’ freedom of expression and access to information. EU Programme Manager for Civil Society, Youth, and Human Rights, Wynyfred Achu-Egbuson, gave the warning on Monday in Abuja at the opening…

The Belgium's Ambassador to Nigeria, Pieter Leenknegt, has expressed confidence that Nigeria's cultural festivals will soon gain global recognition. With strategic investment and collaboration, cultural festivals could become another major export, further cementing Nigeria's reputation as a powerhouse of creativity. Leenknegt disclosed this in Abuja, at the Cultural Canvas and Festival Exhibition, he praised Nigeria's…

Civil rights activist and ex-lawmaker in the defunct 8th National Assembly, Senator Shehu Sani, has said the political relevance and fortune of former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai has eclipsed with the declaration of his membership of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Sani, in a reaction to El-Rufai's decision to dump the All Progressives…

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has launched Certified Accreditors' Programme (CAP), to tackle building collapse in the state. The programme is a public-private partnership designed to involve professionals in the enforcement of building control regulations within Lagos State. Key professionals that are involved in the programme include architects, structural engineers, municipal engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical…