Author: Sola Richards
The recent suicide bombings in Borno State have prompted a swift response from the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who announced that the Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit is working alongside the Nigerian Army to carry out clearance operations in the area. The tragic incidents claimed the lives of 32 individuals and left many more injured, sparking outrage both locally and globally. Egbetokun condemned the attacks and extended condolences to the affected families, emphasizing the police force’s commitment to collaborating with the military and other security agencies to combat such violent acts. In light of the bombings, additional personnel and…
A court in Lagos has upheld the judgement against Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha, sentencing him to five years in prison for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl. The Court of Appeal found him guilty of indecently touching and sexually assaulting the minor, affirming the initial ruling of the Lagos State High Court. Despite appealing the verdict, the court dismissed Baba Ijesha’s argument that he was set up, stating that he confessed to the crime during police investigations. The court emphasized the victim’s testimony as a credible witness and maintained the conviction on counts of indecent treatment and sexual assault. The judge…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has decided to delay the discussion on the new national minimum wage report from the Tripartite Committee. This delay is to allow for further consultations with President Bola Tinubu, state governors, local government authorities, and the private sector. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated that the Federal Government needs to engage with all relevant stakeholders before drafting an executive bill for the National Assembly. The Tripartite Committee proposed an increase in the minimum wage to N62,000, but the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress are demanding N250,000. President Tinubu is expected…