Ademola Adeleke fires 12,000 Osun workers, dethrones 3 kings
Senator Ademola Adeleke, the newly inaugurated governor of Osun, has already fired 12,000 people and deposed three monarchs.
China seeks to quell national protests
As officials in China attempted to quell growing calls for political freedoms and an end to Covid lockdowns on Monday, security officers detained individuals and appeared to stop a planned protest.
Ademola Adeleke suspends OSIEC chairman, members
Senator Ademola Adeleke, Governor of Osun State, has issued an emergency suspension order for Segun Oladitan, Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission.
Ogun governor enlists monarchs into war against cultism
Prince Dapo Abiodun, the governor of Ogun State, Sunday enlisted the help of the state’s traditional rulers in his ongoing war against cultism, one of the obstacles to Ogun’s economic development.
Riots hit Belgium, Netherlands after Morocco victory in Qatar
Several cities in Belgium and the Netherlands erupted in violence after Morocco defeated Belgium 2-0 on Sunday at the FIFA 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Iran frees hundreds after World Cup win over Wales
Against 700 inmates have been released by the Iranian government following Friday’s World Cup victory over Wales, according to the judiciary’s Mizan Online website.
Ghana FA reports US ref to FIFA for dubious penalty
The Ghana Football Association has petitioned international football bodies for punishment for the scandalous decision that has discredited the use of video assistant referees and pushed technological advancements to the sidelines.
Mike Ozekhome: Nigeria needs new, people-driven constitution
Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, has argued that only a new constitution driven by the people can ensure Nigeria’s progress.
Anambra APC welcomes disqualification of APGA senatorial candidate
The Anambra State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has applauded the decision of an Abuja High Court to disqualify Chris Azubogu, the All Progressives Grand Alliance candidate, from running for the Anambra South Senatorial ticket in the upcoming 2023 elections.
Nigeria building plants to process gold, other minerals
In each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical areas, the federal government has started the process of refining gold, gemstones, and other types of mineral resources.