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The Supreme Court, Friday, dismissed a suit filed by 19 states challenging the constitutionality of the laws establishing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit. The 19 states were Kogi, Kebbi, Katsina, Sokoto, Jigawa, Enugu, Oyo, Benue, Anambra, Plateau, Cross River, Ondo, Niger, Edo, Bauchi, Adamawa, Taraba, Ebonyi, and Imo. Although Ogun and Nasarawa states were listed as parties, their cases, which separately contested the NFIU guidelines and advisory, were assigned distinct suit numbers and similarly dismissed. Six of the 19 states—Anambra, Adamawa, Ebonyi, Benue, Jigawa,…

By Akakan Umoh Akwa Ibom Government and Nigeria Labour Congress, Akwa Ibom Council may clash on delay in the implementation of nationwide Minimum Wage for workers in the state. Though the state government wants to commence payment of the new Minimum Wage after the biometric verification of workers in its employ, Nigeria Labour Congress in the state holds a hard stance against delay in the implementation of the minimum wage, an action that may result in strike. A new Minimum Wage Bill was signed into law on July 18 by President Bola Tinubu after months of failed negotiations with the Organised…

The Nigerian Police Force is set to probe an incident in which a Chinese man allegedly tore Naira notes in front of government officials in Lagos State.  The action reportedly took place after officials sealed his business premises, a Chinese company opposite Eko Kate along the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos, an X user Aina Dipo (@dipoaina1) tweeted. The video making the rounds on social media shows the moment the Chinese man brought out the naira notes and tore it right in the presence of the officials.  ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer at the Force Headquarters in Abuja,…

A court in Uganda has convicted a 21-year-old TikToker for seeking public flogging of President Yoweri Museveni on TikTok.  Emmanuel Nabugodi, who created a video depicting a mock Museveni trial, faces up to seven years in prison for “spreading hate speech” against the head of state. He pleaded guilty on Wednesday, November 13, and was remanded in custody at the notorious Kigo maximum security prison near Kampala until November 18, when he will be sentenced. The State Attorney-General, Paul Aheebwa Byamukama said prosecutors have asked the Entebbe Court to impose a seven-year sentence. Related news Uganda: Refugee Settlements, Host Communities…

By Straightnews India is committed to assist Nigeria in harnessing the potentials of its untapped blue economy resources put at $296 billion. Speaking in Lagos recently, the Consul-General of India in Lagos, Shri Chandramouli Kern outlined the economic potentials of Nigeria’s coastline, describing it as the new gold for growth and investment. Kern noted that despite its vast marine resources, Nigeria’s blue economy remains underdeveloped, presenting a significant opportunity for the country’s economic growth. Recognising the expansive coastlines that both countries share, he highlighted India’s well-established expertise in fisheries and aquaculture, noting that, “India is well-positioned to assist Nigeria in…

The Controller of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Edo State Command, Martins Moye, has raised alarm over the rising number of irregular migrants entering Nigeria.  He spoke at the 2024 Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) enlightenment campaign against irregular migration in Benin City, Edo State. The theme of the event was “Say No to Migrant Smuggling. If You Must Migrate, Migrate Safely, Orderly, and Regularly.” Speaking at the event, Moye emphasized the urgency of the campaign given the increasing numbers of irregular migrants. Related news NIS apprehends 303 irregular migrants with PVCs in Akwa Ibom  UK Launches New Visa For Skilled Migrants …

By Agency Report South African Football Association (SAFA), President Danny Jordaan was arrested on Wednesday over allegations he used the organisation’s money for his own purposes, according to local media reports. Jordaan, who was a leading figure in bringing the 2010 World Cup to South Africa, had tried to interdict his imminent arrest on Tuesday, but the Johannesburg High Court is only scheduled to hear his submission on Thursday. Katlego Mogale, South Africa police spokesperson said the arrest stems from a raid by police on the SAFA offices in March. “Between 2014 and 2018, the president of SAFA used the…

The Federal Government’s plan to construct Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility for repairs of aircraft at an unnamed place in Nigeria has drawn adverse reactions from some Nigerians. One of the Nigerians, a former Minister of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, Chief Nduese in a press release in Uyo on Tuesday, said this calls to question the government’s attitude and intention towards development programmes. Recall that Akwa Ibom Government under Victor Attah administration initiated and executed MRO facility at what is known as Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo. Related news Akwa Ibom Airport’s MRO can process 3m passengers in…

Suspected gunmen, on Thursday evening, reportedly shot and killed an Inspector of Police and also abducted two Chinese in a bloody operation at Quarry Camp in Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State. The Police Public Relations Officer in charge of Zone 6, SP Nelson Okpabi, confirmed the incident in a statement issued in Calabar and made available to newsmen on Friday. Okpabi further stated that a Nigerian was abducted alongside the two Chinese. According to the statement, the armed men, who allegedly wore military camouflage, also made away with the AK-47 of the killed officer. It added that the…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has allegedly accused the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) of playing a role in undermining Nigeria’s public education system. ASUU President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke made the claim during ASUU’s Heroes Day 2024-2025 ceremony in Abuja, and expressed frustration over the government’s ongoing delay in renegotiating the 2009 agreement, despite years of advocacy and signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and Memoranda of Action (MoAs). Prof. Osodeke highlighted such additional issues as the mandatory implementation of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS), which he argued disrupts academic payroll structures. ASUU members…