T Famous Nigerian constitutional lawyer, Chief Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) was on Wednesday, 24 June, 2026 suspended by the Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee(LPPC) pending the determination of disciplinary proceedings against him. The decision was taken at the LPPC’s 173rd General Meeting held on June 23, 2026. The Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court and Secretary of the LPPC, Kabir Akanbi, who made this disclosure through a statement issued on Wednesday, 24 June, said the committee said the suspension was approved pursuant to Paragraph 26(6) of the Guidelines for the Conferment of the Rank of Senior Advocate…
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Manchester United Moroccan defender Noussair Mazraoui has revealed that he is considering retiring from professional football after the 2026 FIFA World Cup to dedicate himself to religious studies and personal spiritual goals. In a previously published interview from March, the 28-year-old said life is too short and shared his desire to memorise the Quran and eventually become an imam at a mosque, suggesting the upcoming World Cup could mark the final chapter of his playing career. Although Mazraoui has not officially confirmed a retirement date, his comments have resurfaced during the ongoing World Cup and sparked widespread discussion among fans.…
The Apapa Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has entered into a strategic partnership with 7Up Bottling Company Plc for the comprehensive renovation and upgrade of the Sari Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Iganmu, Lagos. The development was announced on Wednesday, 24 June, 2026, following the conclusion of discussions between the council and the management of 7Up Bottling Company Plc. The agreement was further reinforced during an inspection visit to the health facility located on Adekunledeen Street, Sari, Iganmu. The inspection team was led by the Chairman of Apapa Iganmu LCDA, Hon. Jimoh Olawale Saliu, alongside the Head of Sustainability…
The Procurement Officer for Alimoso Local Government, Mrs Adeniji Adebukola Adebimpe is dead, reports thegazellenews.com Thegazellenews.com learnt that Mrs Adeniji died early Wednesday, 24 June, 2026. Her sudden demise has thrown the entire Alimosho Local Government into mourning with the council Chairman, Honourable Ibrahim Akinpelu Johnson leading glowing tributes that greeted Adeniji’s sudden death. “Mrs. Adeniji was a dedicated, diligent, and highly committed officer whose contributions to the growth and smooth operation of the local government were invaluable. “She carried out her duties with remarkable professionalism, humility, proactiveness, and an energetic approach that earned her the respect and admiration of…
The Ogun State Ministry of Justice has provided an update on two high-profile gender-based violence (GBV) cases that have attracted widespread public attention across the state. In a statement issued by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwasina Ogungbade, SAN, the Ministry clarified developments surrounding the alleged rape of Miss Nsikak Abigael Emem, popularly known as Mirabel, and the gang rape of a 15-year-old girl in Ifo Local Government Area. According to the Ministry, investigations by relevant authorities, as well as Mirabel’s own admissions, established that the rape allegation was false and deliberately fabricated. The statement noted that there…
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday, 24 June, 2026 urged lawmakers to approach debate on the bill for the establishment of state police with open minds, guided solely by national interests, constitutional principles and the collective welfare of citizens. Akpabio made the call at the resumption of plenary on Wednesday, 24 June, 2026 in Abuja. The Upper Chamber was due to consider the Bill for an Act to Alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, to provide for the establishment of state police and for related matters. Akpabio said the Senate must put national interest…
In what is seen as part of measures at enhancing production stability and community engagement, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Federal Ministry of Defence have agreed to deepen collaboration on the protection of Nigeria’s oil and gas infrastructure through non-kinetic interventions. Speaking while receiving the Ministry’s delegation to the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja, Commission Chief Executive of NUPRC, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, highlighted the long-standing partnership between the Commission and security agencies in tackling crude oil theft and safeguarding critical energy assets. According to Eyesan, sustained investment in security, technology deployment, and human resources had been instrumental…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) to suspend its ongoing strike and reopen public schools shut in protest over the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area, assuring residents that efforts are being intensified to secure the victims’ release. The appeal came as the State Executive Council approved N8.6 billion for the procurement of teaching and learning materials and increased the 2026 budget to N1.1 trillion to accelerate development projects across the state. Makinde’s appeal was contained in a statement issued by the state Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade,…
Ahead of a planned enforcement exercise aimed at restoring environmental order along the Alaba Rago corridor of the Mile 2–Badagry Expressway area of Lagos State, the Chairman of the Lagos State Taskforce, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Adetayo Akerele has issued a 72-hour quit notice to street traders and illegal occupants operating along the corridor. The exercise, which will be carried out in collaboration with other enforcement agencies, targets illegal trading activities on highways, walkways, road medians and setbacks in line with the state’s environmental laws and ban on street trading. According to Akerele, the operation forms part of ongoing efforts…
The Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has ordered the Federal Government to pay N10 million in general damages over the physical assault, unlawful arrest, and seizure of property belonging to a journalist, Mr. Jide Oyekunle. In the landmark decision, the court held that the actions of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) in detaining the journalist and seizing his mobile phone were excessive, unjustified, and in violation of international law. The regional court found FG liable for violating the applicant’s rights to freedom of expression, personal liberty, dignity, and to own property, protected under…