The Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Reverend Dr. Paulinus Ezeokafor, says the Nigerian judiciary, especially in the matters concerning the last presidential election, has put itself in a serious ridicule. In his message at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Awka during a eucharistic celebration to mark the beginning of 2023/2024 Legal year, Bishop Ezeokafor regretted that while many countries are developing because they give primacy to the rule of law and faithful enforcement of the law;...

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on the National Assembly to take appropriate legislative measures to stop off-cycle elections in the country. Jonathan made the remark at his Otuoke country home, after casting his vote at polling unit 39 in Otazi Ward 13, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa during the governorship election in the state. He said the National Assembly should block the off-season election, because it was important for Nigeria to unify its...

The Katsina State Government has banned all forms of night gatherings with immediate effect. Bala Salisu Zango, the state Commissioner of Information and Culture in a statement issued on Friday said the regulation is aimed at mitigating potential risks associated with large crowds. He emphasized the state government’s commitment to ensuring the well-being of its citizens and urged strict compliance with the new measures. The release read in parts: “The directive encompasses a prohibition on...