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By Juba Global News Network Sunday, May 18, 2025 Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – In a powerful display of national pride and Pan-African solidarity, the people of Burkina Faso have unveiled a grand statue of their former president, Captain Thomas Sankara, at a vibrant ceremony in the capital, Ouagadougou. The monument, inaugurated on May 17, 2025, […]

By George Ozalla The Nigerian Senate yesterday held a public hearing on crude oil theft, where various stakeholders discussed strategies to combat the menace. Senator Ned Nwoko, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Crude Oil Theft, emphasized that crude oil theft is a significant threat to both the national economy and security. Senator Nwoko tasked […]

By George Ozalla The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu, has identified conflict of roles and uncertainty of mandate as significant challenges hindering due process in Nigeria’s criminal justice system. Speaking at a one-day program in Abuja organized by the CLEEN Foundation in conjunction with the Nigeria Police Force, Argungu stressed the […]

By George Ozalla Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has launched an investigation into alleged breaches of the Federal Character principle of recruitments, placements and appointments by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The exercise aims to ensure inclusivity and diversity in public appointments, reflecting Nigeria’s diverse makeup and preventing domination by any single group […]

By George Ozalla The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has emphasized the need for another national census to aid Nigeria’s planning and development. Speaking with members and management of the National Population Commission (NPC) Wednesday, Akpabio noted that the last census was conducted in 2006, making a new census long overdue. Akpabio expressed concern […]

By George Ozalla The Police Service Commission has warned police inspectors against financial inducement in the upcoming Departmental Selection Board interview for promotion to the rank of unconfirmed Assistant Superintendents of Police. In a press statement signed by Ikechukwu Ani, Head of Press and Public Relations, the PSC cautioned candidates against contributing money to officials […]

By Newscount The Supreme Court has ordered the immediate remand of Lagos-based businessman and socialite, Fred Ajudua, in connection with a $1.43 million fraud case dating back over three decades. In a unanimous ruling delivered on Friday, the apex court overturned the decision of the Court of Appeal, which had earlier granted Ajudua bail. According […]

By George Ozalla Former Anambra State Governor and Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, paid a heartfelt tribute to the late revered elder statesman, Chief (Dr.) Edwin Clark, at a commendation service held at the National Christian Centre in Abuja yesterday. The service was attended by several eminent Nigerians, including former governors and […]

Prof. Gilbert Onuaguluchi was the first Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, the first Nigerian Professor of Pharmacology, and a Professor of Medicine and Surgery. He was one of the pioneers who revolutionised medicine in Nigeria. Born on January 1, 1927 in Awgu, hailed from Achi in Oji-River LGA, both in Enugu state. In […]

By Goodluck E. Adubazi The Sean and Tarra Ajayi Foundation is set to award scholarships to the top 20 students in Lagos on May 14, 2025. The scholarship aims to support Nigerian youth in achieving their future goals by providing financial assistance for school fees, books, and materials. The students will write an essay on […]