Court Orders Weekend Operation for Pre-Election Cases Ahead of 2027 Polls

The Federal High Court in Nigeria has directed that all its registries nationwide will remain open on weekends and public holidays to handle pre-election cases ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a notice issued on Thursday, the Chief Registrar of the court, Yahaya Shafa, said the special arrangement is aimed at ensuring that election-related […]

HURIWA Calls for Stricter Enforcement of Anti-Grazing Rules in Abuja

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Neysom Wike, to strengthen the enforcement of regulations banning cattle from roaming on major roads and public areas in Abuja. The group said the growing presence of cattle on highways and busy traffic routes within the Federal Capital […]

EU Fines Temu with €200m Penalty Over Illegal Goods on Platform

European Union regulators have fined Temu €200 million ($232 million) after concluding that the online marketplace failed to adequately prevent the sale of illegal products. The penalty follows a nearly two-year investigation conducted under the Digital Services Act, which places strict obligations on major online platforms to manage risks related to harmful or unlawful content. […]

U.S. Cautions Oman Over Potential Shipping Fees in Key Oil Transit Route

The United States has issued a strong warning to Oman against participating in any plan to introduce toll charges for vessels passing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. In a statement released Thursday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that Washington would take action against any individuals, entities, or partners involved in implementing or […]

North American Nations Tighten Ebola Travel Rules Ahead of World Cup

The United States, Mexico, and Canada have introduced coordinated travel health measures targeting passengers arriving from regions in Africa most affected by Ebola, as preparations intensify for the upcoming World Cup. In a joint announcement on Thursday, the three countries emphasized that safeguarding public health remains a top priority as they prepare to host millions […]

Dormitory Blaze at Kenyan Girls’ School Leaves 16 Dead, Dozens Injured

A late-night fire swept through a girls’ secondary school dormitory in Gilgil, Kenya, claiming the lives of at least 16 students and leaving 79 others injured, authorities confirmed on Thursday. The blaze reportedly started shortly after midnight at Utumishi Girls’ Academy and burned for over two hours before being brought under control. Government officials said […]

No Fatalities Recorded In Ogbemudia Stadium Children’s Day Incident, Says CMD

Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Chief Medical Director of Edo Specialist Hospital, Dr. Anthonia Njoku, has dismissed social media claims that five pupils died during the Children’s Day celebration at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium. She dismissed the claim while addressing newsmen in Benin City. “Yesterday, we were called in for an emergency response and we responded swiftly […]