The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has ruled that the blasphemy provisions in Kano State law violate Nigeria’s international human rights commitments The court, in its landmark judgment in the Incorporated Trustees of Expression Now Human Rights Initiative v. Federal Republic of Nigeria (ECW/CCJ/APP/41/23), found these laws incompatible with freedom of expression protections guaranteed under regional and international human rights instruments. The Incorporated Trustees of Expression Now Human Rights Initiative, a Nigerian NGO, had filed the public interest case challenging blasphemy laws that have led to serious human rights concerns across Nigeria.…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
In a renewed bid to strengthen sports development at the foundational level of education and enhance inter-agency collaboration within the State, the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) has entered into a partnership with the Lagos State Sports Commission to promote sports among pupils of public primary schools in the state. During a courtesy visit by the Lagos State Sports Commission to LASUBEB’s headquarters on Thursday, 10 April, 2025, the Executive Chairman of LASUBEB, Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu lauded the Commission for its unwavering commitment to talent discovery and nurturing young athletes for recognition on both local and international…
Agustin Escobar, President and CEO of Siemens in Spain, along with his wife and three children, have been identified as the victims of today’s tragic helicopter crash in the Hudson River. The family had just arrived in New York City from Barcelona for a visit. What was meant to be a joyful trip turned into an unimaginable tragedy. “My heart goes out to their loved ones and everyone affected by this devastating loss,” a close associate lamented.
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has suspended operations along the Warri-Itakpe rail line for 72 hours following a major engine failure that left passengers stranded in a remote and forested area of Kogi State on Wednesday, 9 April, 2025, reports thegazellenews.com. The incident, which occurred around 1:38 PM, affected the 8:00 AM departure from Warri and the 2:00 PM service from Itakpe. Passengers were forced to abandon the broken-down train and trek through what one commuter described as an “evil forest,” notorious for the presence of armed herders and poor mobile network coverage. In a statement issued Thursday and signed…
By Femi Ogbonnikan Ogun State government has gone further in its investment promotion and industrial growth drive. The latest move towards the creation of business-friendly environment is the recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Confederation of General Employers of Morocco (CGEM), as well as a partnership arrangement reached with Ambar Energia, a leading Brazilian energy company, to collaborate on power generation and distribution. These two proposals are significant steps aimed at enhancing sustainable investment and industrial growth. Among other benefits, the collaborative effort will improve the state’s power infrastructure, ensuring a stable and reliable energy supply for industries…
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has flagged off the distribution of professional kits to midwives provided by the Renewed Hope Initiative, RHI in the North East geopolitical zone of Nigeria, reports thegazellenews.com Speaking at the flag off ceremony held in Jalingo, Taraba State, the First Lady stated that the demands of the health profession go beyond mere skills and compassion, pointing out that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu continues to move in the right direction to make healthcare delivery better in the country. She said that the right tools and infrastructure are also being provided. …
Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, has launched a scathing attack on former Governor of Rivers State, Rufus Ada George, accusing him of having no positive developmental legacy and instead introducing a culture of violence, killings, and ethnic division during his time in office, reports thegazellenews.com In a press statement released on Thursday, 10 April, 2025, Olayinka challenged Ada George to name a single developmental project he executed while in office. He alleged that the former Governor is better remembered for creating and backing militant groups…
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has narrated how Prince Bola Ajibola predicted that he would one day he would become the Attorney-General of the Federation, reports thegazellenews.com. Thegazellenews.com reports further that the prediction became a reality in 2023 when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Fagbemi as Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation. Speaking at the post humous book presentation of the autobiography of the late eminent jurist titled “Tribulations and Trophies, Bola Ajibola ….In His Own Words! In Lagos on Thursday, 10 April, 2025, Fagbemi said he was revealing…
By Gbenga Nicholas In a decisive move to uphold environmental standards and promote public health, the Lagos State Government has sealed several markets in the Ketu and Mile 12 areas for persistent environmental violations. The enforcement operation, carried out overnight, targeted illegal waste disposal practices that contravene the Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection Law of 2017. Offenders were found to be dumping refuse indiscriminately on roads, medians, and highways, endangering both residents and the environment. Authorities emphasized that the clampdown is part of a broader commitment to restoring order and cleanliness to public spaces. Stakeholders in the affected markets…
The Federal Government is set to construct 100 housing units in each of the 774 Local Government Areas in Nigeria. Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, Minister of Housing and Urban Development, announced that President Bola Tinubu will soon launch the much-awaited Renewed Hope Social Housing Programme. The programme is part of a larger effort to address the housing needs of Nigerians from all economic backgrounds. During a meeting held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Mania, Abuja, the Minister shared this announcement with a delegation from Creative Sphere Limited. The Minister described the programme as visionary, highlighting that it embodies President Tinubu’s…