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FG vs. Governors: Battle for Local Government Autonomy Hits Supreme Court
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FG vs. Governors: The FG has filed a Supreme Court suit against state governors, seeking full LGA autonomy, direct funding, and an end to caretaker committees, aiming to strengthen local democracy and accountability. The Federal Government (FG) has initiated a landmark legal action against the governors of Nigeria’s 36 states,…
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Burkina Faso’s Extended Transition: A Step Forward or Just More of the Same?
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Burkina Faso’s Extended Transition: Military leader Traore signs 5-year extension, delaying promised democratic elections. Economic and security challenges persist, raising concerns about genuine democratic progress. International scrutiny intensifies. In a significant yet controversial move, Burkina Faso’s military leader, Capt. Ibrahim Traore, has solidified his hold on power by signing a…
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DJ Cuppy: From Turntables to Buckingham Palace
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DJ Cuppy, new King’s Trust International Ambassador for King Charles III, celebrated her appointment at Buckingham Palace. The organization, founded in 2015, focuses on youth unemployment globally, aligning with SDGs. Cuppy’s role signifies African youth’s influence in global initiatives In an era where young African voices are making waves on…
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Backward March: Tinubu’s Anthem Reversal Stirs Controversy
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Tinubu’s Anthem Reversal sparks controversy as Ezekwesili and Yesufu reject old anthem. Senate President announces anthem change, urging Nigerians to embrace it In a controversial move, President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the bill to revert Nigeria’s national anthem to the original version adopted at independence in 1960. This…
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GMOs Get the Green Light in Ghana.
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GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) have become a topic of intense debate and scrutiny in recent years. These are organisms whose genetic material has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally. While proponents argue that GMOs can help address global challenges like food security and climate change, critics…
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Royal Rumble: Court Halts Emir Sanusi’s Reinstatemen
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Emir Sanusi’s reinstatement has been halted by a court order, intensifying Kano’s political turmoil. Governor Yusuf’s efforts to reverse past changes face legal and social challenges as the state’s stability hangs in balance. In a dramatic turn of events, the Federal High Court in Kano has issued an ex-parte order…
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Beyond the Badge: The Tearful Tale of Onybuchi Anele’s Tragic Encounter
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Onybuchi Anele, a father of one, tragically lost his life after being allegedly shot in the face with a teargas canister by a policeman in Abuja. This event highlights the ongoing issues of police brutality and the urgent need for accountability within law enforcement agencies. Incident Overview On May 22,…
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Israel Strikes Rafah Despite UN Court Ruling
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Israel Strikes Rafah despite UN Court’s halt order. Global leaders discuss Gaza war and humanitarian aid. In a stark demonstration of defiance, Israel bombed the Gaza Strip, including Rafah, a day after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered it to halt military operations. This comes as global leaders convene…