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 ICC issues arrest warrant for Central African Republic militia leader, Beina The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant for Edmond Beina, a suspected leader of a militia group, TRT Afrika reported. Beina is accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity, including mass killings, murder, rape, and persecution, committed in the Central African Republic (CAR) in 2014. The warrant, issued in 2018 but made public recently, alleges that Beina led attacks on Muslim civilians in the western part of the country. In one particularly incident, his group is accused of storming a village and executing dozens of men and boys. Years of violence The Central African Republic has been plagued by violence since 2013, when Seleka militia fighters forced then-President Francois Bozize from office. Opposing militias fought back, also targeting civilians and sending most of the Muslim residents of the capital, Bangui, fleeing in fear. Prosecutors allege that Beina was involve...

 Nigerians use 336 gigabytes per second – NCC The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a significant surge in daily data usage, with a 39% increase from last year, averaging 336 gigabytes per second. This growth underscores the country’s shift towards a data-driven lifestyle. Executive Vice Chairman Maida Wada shared these insights at the 93rd Telecom Consumer Parliament in Abuja. However, despite this growth, many consumers express frustration over rapid data depletion.  Maida emphasized that Nigeria is not alone in addressing these concerns, citing countries like Botswana as example. He said the NCC has taken steps to address these issues, analyzing consumer complaints and identifying data depletion and billing as primary concerns. As Nigeria continues to navigate its digital transformation, the NCC’s boss said efforts to address consumer concerns and promote sustainable growth will be crucial in shaping the country’s digital future

 Reps demand data on citizens displaced by natural disasters The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called for data on the internally displaced persons in Nigeria as well as those in the neighbouring countries rendered homeless by natural disasters. He made the call during a courtesy call on him by the Federal Commissioner, National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and IDPs, Tijani Ahmed, in Abuja, on Wednesday. A statement issued on Thursday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Speaker, Levinus Nwabughiogu, quoted Kalu as attributing some of the displacements to the impact of natural disasters such as flooding and erosion. “We are charging your commission to give us the total report on the plight of Nigerians currently all across the country. So, let the commission have an intervention fund dedicated to doing the proper needs analysis so that as we do the budget, we look into it. This is part of the oversight function. So, get us a report on ...

 Togo, Benin boxers arrive Ilorin for YUCATECO boxing Pan-African bout Boxers from Benin Republic and Togo have arrived Nigeria and ready for the showdown in Ilorin the Kwara State capital for Yucateco Emirate Pan-African boxing title contest.  The boxing competition would see the Kwaran-born boxers trading punches with their counterparts from part of Africa at the Emirate Pan-African contest.  Boxers from Benin Republic and Togo have arrived Nigeria and ready for the showdown in Ilorin the Kwara State capital for Yucateco Emirate Pan-African boxing title contest.  Pauline Assogba, 50kg will slug it out with Hawawu Ogunmodede of  Nigeria while Apollinaire SIOU, a 75kg Togo boxer will face Nigeria Akinola David in 75kg bout. The Togolese Kodah Kofi engage Nieria Daniel Joshua in 71kg context while Saheed Jamiu ochoche Stephen face each other in 80kg context. Abdulsalam Alata sharafadeen fawas will context in 67kg. The first of its kind in Kwara state will be held...

  Chadian President Leads Bold Anti-Terror Operation in Lake Chad Region Chadian President, General Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has personally directed Operation Haskanite, a major military offensive targeting Boko Haram strongholds in the Lake Chad region.  Stationed on the strategic island of Kaïka-Kindjiria, the President led the operation with his military advisors, launching a well-coordinated plan aimed at dismantling the group’s presence in this key area. The operation began with intense artillery and airstrikes, dealing heavy blows to Boko Haram bases and setting the stage for a decisive ground and water offensive. In an extraordinary move, the President himself took command of a flotilla, leading troops across the lake to demonstrate his commitment to protecting Chadian land.  Declaring, “We will not surrender an inch of our territory,” Déby Itno inspired both his forces and the local communities, who have long suffered from these attacks. Beyond its military focus,...

 Cameroon: Another Accident Claims 4 Lives, Including Wife of Limbe Police Chief A tragic road accident occurred on Friday morning between Boumnyebel and Pouma, leaving four people dead. Among the victims was the wife of the police commissioner from Limbe, who was traveling to Yaoundé. The collision happened around 8 AM on the road connecting the two towns in Cameroon’s Centre Region. The exact cause of the crash is still unclear, but two vehicles collided head-on, resulting in the deaths of all four people involved. A witness described the scene as devastating, with significant damage to the vehicles and multiple fatalities. One of the victims was the wife of the Limbe police chief, who was making a personal trip to Yaoundé.  More photos below. 

 Health Minister Warns Against Fake LITACOLD Medicine on the Market Cameroonian Health Minister Manaouda Malachie has issued a warning about a counterfeit medicine called LITACOLD, which is being sold in the country. The medicine is meant to relieve nasal congestion and sinus issues, but it is not authorized for sale in Cameroon. The minister explained that the genuine LITACOLD, which was approved for sale in Cameroon in 2018, is manufactured by GENERIC HEALTHCARE PVT Ltd from India. However, a version of LITACOLD, produced by a different company, MEDICALE PHARMACEUTIQUE, does not have the proper approval to be sold in the country. Manaouda Malachie has urged the public and health professionals to be cautious and ensure that the fake LITACOLD is not in their stock. If found, it should be immediately removed from distribution and put under quarantine. This alert comes as part of ongoing efforts to protect public health and prevent the spread of counterfeit drugs. More photos below....

 Money no dey  skit again - Nigeria skit makers Cute Abiola voice out Nigeria skirt makers Cute Abiola have voice out about how skirt making industry is not lucrative anymore. Cute Abiola via his verified social media handle make a post with caption which he wrote money no dey on a skirt again, all of us just dey manage. Many did not believe on the post as natizen believe skirt making industry is highly lucrative this time of high inflation economics and is a place that easy to enter and get endorsement

 An independent investigation panel established by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has cleared the military of allegations that it carried out forced abortions on women impregnated by Boko Haram terrorists.  The panel, chaired by retired Supreme Court Justice Abdu Aboki, was formed in February 2023 after a Reuters report on December 7, 2022, claimed the military had forcibly terminated about 10,000 pregnancies between 2013 and 2021 as part of a strategy to prevent children fathered by Boko Haram members from being born. Following hearings in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa states, the NHRC stated it found no evidence supporting the claims.  The NHRC clarified that any cases of abortion in hospitals were legally conducted for medical reasons, with data showing 5,945 cases of procedures used to complete miscarriages across three states between 2013 and 2023. One more photo below. 

 No law prohibits prosecution of minors in Nigeria – AGF Fagbemi  The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) has argued that no law exists in the country that prohibits the prosecution of minors. Fagbemi said, given the offence with which they were charged, the recent arraignment of some protesters, including some minors, charged with treason, was not inappropriate as claimed in some quarters. He said: “Let me seize this opportunity to clarify something. There is a misconception that, because these (some of those arraigned) are children and minors, various theories have surfaced.  “No law in this country says a minor cannot be tried. And, I have also heard suggestions that they should go to a family court. “The study of the law and the Constitution leaves you with no other conclusion than that the Federal High Court has the  jurisdiction in matters bordering on treason and related issues. “So, whatever the situation, th...

 Ondo Guber: 17 political parties sign peace accord Ahead of the November 16 off-cycle governorship election in Ondo State, candidates of the 17 political parties participating in the poll have signed a peace accord committing themselves to a peaceful electoral process. All the candidates and the state chairmen of their parties signed the accord organised by the National Peace Committee in Akure, the state capital. Candidates that signed the accord include Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa (APC), Agboola Ajayi (PDP), Gbenga Edema (NNPP), Bamidele Akingboye (SDP), Sola Ebiseni (LP), and Abass Mimiko (ZLP), among others. While appealing to the candidates and political parties to uphold democratic tenets and kick against any form of vote trading, the chairman of the National Peace Committee, General Abdulsalam Abubakar, stressed the need to maintain the prevailing peaceful atmosphere in the country. The chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu,...

 43-year-old Nigerian Man Arrested In UK For Chatting With 14-Yr-Old Girl A 43-year-old Nigerian man, Abimbola David, has been taken into custody by the UK police following allegations of inappropriate online chat with a 14-year-old girl. According to the organization Saving Our Children’s Futures, Abimbola, who is married with two children and residing in the UK on a student visa, allegedly engaged in online interactions with the minor and made inappropriate requests. The girl, who reported the interactions to authorities, provided evidence that led to Abimbola’s arrest. During questioning, Abimbola claimed he was unaware of the girl’s age and expressed shock that she was on the platform. He asserted that he was simply using the app to pass the time and denied any malicious intent. He said in the clip during an interrogation with authorities, “I met her on a dating app, I was surprised I could meet a little girl on the app. I was just there just to calm myself when I’m bored. I as...

 In a deeply troubling incident, a minor girl was allegedly subjected to repeated s€xual @ss@ult over several months by a 46-year-old neighbor in the Pandu area of Guwahati. The accused, who had been known to the victim’s family, was taken into custody by local police on Wednesday. According to Officer-in-Charge Ritujyoti Nath of the Jalukbari police station, the girl revealed the horrific details of her ordeal to her mother after yet another incident on Tuesday. Following her disclosure, immediate action was taken by authorities.  The police confirmed that a medical examination of the victim was conducted on Tuesday night, and while a detailed report is still pending, it will serve as crucial evidence in the ongoing investigation. “We have successfully apprehended the suspect at the scene. A case has been registered under various sections of the Protection of Children from S€xual Offences (POCSO) Act and other relevant laws,” Nath stated. The community is in shock over the in...

 I didn’t cry in a movie, I made people laugh - Nollywood Actress Bukunmi Oluwashina review  Nigeria Actress and abroad base Bukunmi Oluwashina have made review about her role she play on Nollywood Movies. The actress via her verified social media handle  review that She didn’t cry in a movie, and she made people laugh, from the beginning to the end. Bukunmi jokely review that Some do say, out of all her movies, Akalamogbo is their  favourite because is her first movies she didn't cry in a movie. The actress further ask if Any know the movies she art that make them laugh. Fans and colleagues troops to Bukunmi Oluwashina to react on her post.

 Swiss 'burqa Ban' To Take Effect From 2025 A contentious Swiss prohibition on facial coverings in public spaces widely known as the "burqa ban" will take effect on Jan. 1, the government said on Wednesday. Narrowly passed in a 2021 referendum in neutral Switzerland, and condemned by Muslim associations, the measure was launched by the same group that organised a 2009 ban on new minarets. The governing Federal Council said in a statement it had fixed the start of the ban, and that anyone who unlawfully flouts it faces a fine of up to 1,000 Swiss francs ($1,144). The ban does not apply to planes or in diplomatic and consular premises, and faces may also be covered in places of worship and other sacred sites, the government said. Facial coverings will remain permitted for reasons relating to health and safety, for native customs, or due to weather conditions, it said. They would also be allowed on artistic and entertainment grounds and for advertising, it added. If such...

 3 arrested, charged in connection with singer Liam Payne’s death Three people have been charged in connection with the death of One Direction star Liam Payne, Argentinian authorities have said.  The singer died on 16 October after falling from the third-floor balcony of a hotel in Buenos Aires. Argentina's National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor's Office said one person who had been accompanying Payne is accused "the abandonment of a person followed by death". A hotel employee and a third person have also been charged with supplying drugs. None of those arrested have been named.  Payne, 31, a father-of-one, was one of the most recognisable names in pop after appearing on The X Factor and rising to fame with the boyband One Direction in the 2010s. Argentinian authorities have been investigating Payne's final days at the  Casasur hotel. After the singer's death, police found substances in his hotel room, and destroyed objects and furniture.  Hotel staff h...

 EFCC Arrests Seven Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Abuja Operatives of the Abuja Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  Abuja have arrested seven suspected internet fraudsters. They were arrested in Abuja on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Kubwa axis of the Federal Capital Territory,  FCT,  following credible intelligence about their suspected involvement in internet-related  offences. Items seized from them include 12 phones, 2 cars, 1 iPad, 1 laptop and 3 exotic wristwatches. The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.  More photos below. 

 Court Jails Seven Internet Fraudsters in Benin City The Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  between November 6 and 7, 2024 secured the conviction and sentence of seven internet fraudsters before Justice A.N Erhabor of Edo State High Court, sitting in Benin City. The convicts are Johnson Matthew Ebosa, Marvelous Osayenma, Imoniwe Joshua, Michael Agbowemeh San, Alvin Nosakhare Osareni, Procoius Imoniwe and Mike Ajufo They were prosecuted on one-count separate charges bordering on obtaining by false pretence, retention of proceeds of crime and possession of fraudulent documents. The charge against Johnson Matthew Ebosa reads: "That you Johnson Matthew Ebosa (m) on or about the 30th of October, 2024 within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did have in your possession documents which you knew or ought to have known contained false pretence, thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 6 and 8 (b) of the Advance Fee Fraud and ...

 Alleged False Assets Declaration: CCT Adjourns Trial Of 3 Kaduna Government Officials The Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) has adjourned the trial of three top officials of the Kaduna State government over alleged assets declaration to February 4 and 5, 2025. Mr. Aruwan Samuel Peter, Mrs. Bada Nasara Joy Shizzer, and Mr. Abdullahi Tijjani Mohammed were being prosecuted for asset declaration breaches at the Tribunal following their arraignment by the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). Aruwan Samuel is the Commissioner/Administrator of the Kaduna Capital Territory Authority, while Bada Joy serves as the Commissioner of Finance, and Tijjani Mohammed is the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board. PRNigeria reports that Aruwan’s trial involves six charges, centered on allegedly falsifying his asset declaration by omitting and refusing to declare his accounts with certain Nigerian banks while serving as a government official. Meanwhile, Tijjani Mohammed faces si...

 EFCC Arrests Chinese Brothers, Two Others for Alleged Illegal Dealing in Solid Minerals Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  have arrested two Chinese siblings:  Wang Jiang and Wang Richard for allegedly making efforts to export some solid minerals without requisite permit. While Jiang was arrested at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport ,Enugu, the rest,  including  two  Nigerians,  Donatus Agupusi and Michael Benneth Agu, were arrested at the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the EFCC.  Their arrest followed an intelligence received by the Commission through the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria, FAAN on November 3, 2024 involving Jiang who was intercepted at the hold baggage screening point, where unidentified suspicious stones believed to be solid minerals wrapped in three  different pieces were discovered in his luggage. Preliminary investigations into the matter revealed that Ag...

 Trump names Susie Wiles as Chief Of Staff President-elect Donald Trump has picked his co-campaign manager Susie Wiles as the first woman White House chief of staff, a veteran political strategist and one of his most trusted political confidants. She is one of the few top officials to survive an entire Trump campaign and has largely avoided the spotlight. With her selection as President-elect Donald Trump ‘s incoming White House chief of staff, veteran Florida political strategist Susie Wiles moves from a largely behind-the-scenes role of campaign co-chair to the high-profile position of the president’s closest adviser and counsel. She’s been in political circles for years. But who is Wiles, the operative set to be the first woman to step into the powerful role of White House chief of staff? The daughter of NFL player and sportscaster Pat Summerall, Wiles worked in the Washington office of New York Rep. Jack Kemp in the 1970s. Following that were stints on Ronald Reagan’s campaign ...

 Elon Musk’s transgender daughter to leave US after Trump’s win Vivian Wilson, the transgender daughter of the Chief Executive Officer of Tesla and owner of X, Elon Musk, has announced plans to leave the United States following Donald Trump’s election victory. According to a report by the UK’s Daily Mail, the 20-year-old Wilson revealed her plans on Threads, expressing discomfort with the political landscape under Trump’s return to office. She wrote: “I don’t see my future in the United States. “I’ve thought this for a while, but yesterday confirmed it for me. Even if he’s only in office for four years, even if anti-trans regulations don’t materialise, the people who voted for this aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.” Vivian, born Xavier Musk in 2004, had filed to legally change her name and gender in April 2022, requesting to sever ties with her father by adopting her mother’s maiden name, Wilson. In the court filings, she was quoted as saying, “I no longer live with or wish to be...

 Trump makes first cabinet pick, eyes Putin Talks U.S. President-elect Donald Trump made his first cabinet appointment on Thursday following his decisive election victory, signaling his intent to shift away from the outgoing administration’s policies, including by seeking talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump announced that his campaign manager, Susie Wiles, would serve as his White House chief of staff.  Wiles will be the first woman to hold the high-profile role and marks Trump’s first official appointment to his incoming administration. Trump’s overwhelming win over Democrat Kamala Harris is already making waves in both U.S. and international politics, just two days after Election Day and more than two months before his formal return to the White House. Meanwhile, Putin praised Trump as “courageous” for his response to an assassination attempt during a rally in July, and expressed readiness to engage in discussions with the president-elect. Billionaire Donald T...

 No Nigerian can afford Range Rover from acting – Bimbo Manuel Veteran actor Bimbo Manuel has claimed that no Nigerian can afford a Range Rover vehicle solely through acting fees. He said this during a recent appearance on TVC’s Your View. Manuel asserted that many of his colleagues who showcase luxurious mansions and cars online are living “fake” lives. He emphasised that these lavish displays are often unsustainable through acting income alone. “The actors you see flaunting Range Rovers and mansions in Ikoyi are living fake lives. “No actor in Nigeria would say he or she can buy a Range Rover from acting fees alone,” he said. According to him, he prioritises humility and realism, eschewing the pressure to maintain a flamboyant lifestyle.

 ‘I’m straight’ — Desmond Elliot finally addresses gay allegation Nollywood actor-turned-politician Desmond Elliot has finally spoken about being gay.  Elliot was recently named among top Nigerian celebrities alleged to be involved in homosexuality. The list, which captured the names of many prominent figures in the country, sparked a fierce backlash from netizens. However, speaking in a viral video of his interview with TVC, he described the accusation as baseless, stating that he had more important issues to focus on than responding to malicious gossip. He said: “Why would I respond to allegations made against me when it did not reduce or increase my life? Secondly, it is an opinion that is being conceived. And I don’t think it is necessary for me to come out and say it’s true or not true; as long as I’m affecting people positively, I’m good. So let me state it very clearly that I am straight.”

 Men want to date both of us – Wanni, Handi Big Brother Naija reality stars, Wanni and Handi Danbaki have clarified that they don’t share the same man despite their closeness. The identical twins explained that they may have a lot in common but sharing the same man was not one of them. The reality stars were featured in the latest episode of the BTS podcast. Wanni revealed on the podcast that men have approached them on several occasions asking if they could date both of them simultaneously. She said, “We have never shared men. That’s the one thing we don’t do. We don’t share men. One crazy thing that a lot of men have on their bucket list is to be with twins. “We were walking on the street one day and a man stopped his car and asked if he could have us both. We were shocked.” Handi inferred: “Yes, men have asked to date the both of us multiple times. We do not share men. “But our interests are very similar. The only difference is that food-wise, Wanni eats snails and I don’t. Any ...

Newborn baby has been dumped inside gutter in Umuahia A newborn baby has been dumped in the gutter in Umuahia by an unknown person. The baby was discovered inside the deep gutter at Umuwaya Road, opposite Abam Street,in the Abia State capital on Thursday. As at Thursday evening, it was not certain if the child is still alive or not. The crowd that gathered at the scene of the incident rained curses on anyone who committed the dastardly act. According to them, the mother should have taken the baby to the Abia State government, church or a motherless babies home, instead of throwing it away. Abia State Police Command could not be reached for comments on the matter. One more photo below. 

 Stop evil predictions against Tinubu, Nigeria, Guru Mahara Ji warns Primate Ayodele Founder of One Love Family, Satguru Maraji, has cautioned Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church to desist from prophecies of doom against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and downfall of Nigeria. He said constant prophesying of doom and disaster by Primate Ayodele won’t materialise, saying the cleric should learn from Primate Olabayo and TB Joshua and others whose negative predictions caught up with them. Satguru Maharaj Ji, while reacting to Ayodele’s statement that Tinubu’s government has no solution to Nigeria’s economic problems wonders how a man of God can be prophesying doom events always and warning of gunshots. A statement by Ayodele’s media aide, Osho Oluwatosin described Nigeria’s economic state as hypertensive, saying Nigeria will continue to be difficult till there’s an economic reset which the current government may not be able to carry out. But Guru Mahara Ji in his r...

 Nigeria has joined seven other African countries in the Brilliant Consortium, a collaborative initiative focused on developing HIV vaccines in sub-Saharan Africa. South Africa, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Mozambique are participating in this significant research effort.  In Nigeria, the initiative is led by the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) with support from the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), USAID and other international partners. At an event in Abuja, the Director-General of NACA, Dr. Temitope Ilori, said though current prevention measures were yielding results, a vaccine was essential to achieving lasting solution.

 I will continue Supporting Mohbad’s Wife - Nollywood Actress and Activists Iyabo Ojo speak out  Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, has said she will stop supporting Omowunmi, the wife of the late Nigerian singer, Mohbad, when proven guilty with concrete evidence by authorities in the controversy surrounding the death of her husband.  Recalls that Mohbad died on September 12 and was buried the following day. On September 21, the body of the 27-year-old music star was exhumed by the police for autopsy. The circumstances surrounding his death have continued to stir up controversies, with many pointing accusing fingers at Omowunmi In an Instagram live session, Iyabo Ojo stressed the importance of awaiting legal judgment, and not using social media to judge the widow. The movie star urged critics to present evidence to the authorities instead of engaging in speculation.

 PRESS RELEASE ACCOUNTABILITY: IGP SPEAKS TOUGH ON ALLEGED EXTORTIONS, ORDERS STRINGENT PUNISHMENT FOR CORRUPT OFFICERS. Reschedules workshop on Child Protection, Care for Monday 11th. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has condemned alleged extortions by some officers of the force in some areas within the country, most especially the extant case involving the officers of the Zone 16 Zonal Headquarters, Yenegoa, identified as ASP Emmanuel Ubong, Inspector Nse Okon, Inspector Adiewere Collins, and Inspector Kuromare Marine. The officers were alleged of extorting the sum of Ten Million Naira from a group of young Nigerians. The money has been recovered through the efforts of the new Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 16, and the Officers have since been detained and subjected to orderly room trial.  The Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of IGP Egbetokun, maintains a zero-tolerance policy for any act of corrupt...

 Anambra Lands Commissioner Amucheazi Urges Land Owners to Recertify, Revalidate Land Titles By  Gab Alokwe, Okeke Josephine Nwando and Amara Obikwelu The Anambra State Commissioner for Lands, Prof Offornze Amucheazi (SAN) has called on landowners (State and non-State lands) in the state to take advantage of the ongoing recertification and revalidation exercise to update their land title documents. Prof. Amucheazi made the call at the commencement of the recertification and revalidation exercise of land title documents going on at the ministry's premises in Awka. The commissioner who re-emphasized that the initiative was aimed at reviewing and updating land records, enhancing plot holder information as well as to upgrade survey records from Nigerian National/Local Origin to Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) Coordinates System in line with global best practices. Recall that the Anambra State Government through the Anambra State Ministry of Lands in Public Notice - PS/ML/2024/...

 Protest rocks Abuja over mass demolitions by FCT Minister Wike Residents of Ruga, a settlement along Airport Road, Abuja, took to the streets on Friday to protest the demolition of their homes by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Wike had previously ordered a task force, “Operation Sweep,” to demolish Ruga and other communities within the nation’s capital to clear the city of perceived nuisances and criminal activities. Leading the demonstration, renowned lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju, along with Vincent Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMark, said the demolition was carried out with malicious intent. Adeyanju expressed concern, stating that the task force burned many houses and destroyed property worth millions of naira. He urged President Bola Tinubu to consider the plight of poor people who had been driven from their homes in Borno and other northern states due to insecurity in the region.

 Adelabu directs ‘immediate overhaul’ of national grid Adebayo Adelabu, the minister of power, has asked the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) and other relevant agencies to immediately implement recommendations to overhaul the grid. Adelabu spoke on Thursday, according to a statement by Bolaji Tunji, special adviser to the minister of power on strategic communications and media. On October 22, the minister set up a committee to address the incessant grid collapses. Tunji said the committee recommended an audit and testing of existing equipment and improvement in the maintenance of the transmission equipment and lines. “The committee called for significant investments from the government and the private sector,” Tunji quoted the minister as saying. “They also recommended the development of a framework and to adopt reliability-centered maintenance. “The committee identified critical ongoing projects for speedy completion, [and] also recommended the replacement of aged and obsole...