The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday granted bail to Omoyele Sowore, a prominent pro-democracy campaigner and 2023 presidential candidate for the African Action Congress (AAC), in the sum of N10 million. He must also provide a surety with a bond of the same amount, who must own property within […]

The police have formally asked the Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti to dismiss the defamation case against activist Dele Farotimi. This significant development follows a notice of discontinuance filed on January 29 2025, in which the police sought to end the legal proceedings originally initiated by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun. The […]

To enhance service delivery and boost citizen engagement, the Zambian government launched the Citizen Support Services Portal on Tuesday. Through this cutting-edge online platform, citizens may report problems, ask for help, and monitor the progress of their requests in real time. Read also: SMART Zambia partners with CBU to drive localised software and systems development […]

In a significant boost to Nigeria’s energy sector, President Bola Tinubu has announced that the Nigeria-Grid Battery Energy Storage System will receive a $500 million facility from the African Development Bank (AfDB). This announcement was made during President Tinubu’s participation in the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in Tanzania on January 28th, 2025, emphasising Nigeria’s […]

Jos Leijdekkers, listed among Europe’s most-wanted drug lords for a slew of charges —ranging from cocaine trafficking to armed robbery— was captured  at the New Year’s crossover in a church in  Tihun, Sierra Leone. according to a video shared by First Lady Fatima Maada Bio via Facebook.   Reuters analysed the footage and confirmed Leijdekkers’s […]

On Tuesday, MTN South Sudan announced that its customers’ access to Facebook and TikTok had been restored. This decision followed a temporary ban imposed by the National Communications Authority (NCA) earlier in the month. The ban was meant to stop violence after disturbing videos on social media caused riots and deadly attacks in South Sudan. […]

The Nigerian police are set to arraign activist and AAC presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, before Justice Musa Liman of the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court on Wednesday. The charges stem from his social media post where he referred to Kayode Egbetokun as an “illegal Inspector-General of Police,” according to a charge sheet shared […]

Afe Babalola, the 95-year-old senior lawyer has expressed his intention to withdraw the criminal defamation suit he filed against human rights activist and lawyer Dele Farotimi. The case stemmed from Farotimi’s controversial book Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System, which became a bestseller on Amazon and sold out in local bookstores after news of the […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited Nigerians to take part in an online auction of luxury vehicles that were seized from Yahoo Boys, corrupt politicians and other individuals involved in criminal activities during the Commission’s investigations.   In line with the Proceeds of Crime (Recovery and Management) Act 2022, the EFCC made […]

On January 20, 2025, a Kerala court sentenced 22-year-old Greeshma S. to death for murdering her boyfriend, Sharon Raj.  The case shocked many because of its disturbing details and how digital evidence helped solve it.  Greeshma left behind a trail of online searches that were key in proving her guilt. Read also: U.S. Supreme Court […]

One week after quitting X, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, reactivated his account, citing a renewed focus on his military responsibilities. “I’m back!” Posts from Gen. Kainerugaba’s verified account @mkainerugaba, which has rapidly accumulated hundreds of followers, stated. Read also: Uganda president’s son deactivates X account following tweet to behead […]

To attract Nigerian nationals living abroad, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has launched two new financial products: the Non-Resident Nigerian Ordinary Account (NRNOA) and the Non-Resident Nigerian Investment Account (NRNIA). In a statement released on Friday, the CBN emphasised that these accounts will enhance the ability of Non-Resident Nigerians (NRNs) to access opportunities within […]

The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) on Monday announced that the 2024 Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) results are now available online.  This assessment is part of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and evaluates Grade 6 students’ skills and knowledge in various subjects. For many families, this is a turning point in their children’s education. […]

Something strange happened in Moyale, Kenya, on Thursday when an unidentified flying object (UFO) crashed nearby. A glowing object was seen racing across the sky before it quickly fell and crashed, leaving people confused. Many locals were confused with the question, “ni nini?” which means “What is this?” Read also: Kenya Space Agency denies demanding […]

West African Examinations Council (WAEC Nigeria) announced on Wednesday that the media reports of resit examination for candidates who failed certain subjects does not apply to Nigerian students. However, the examination body stated that students who have outstanding grades can register for WASSCE for Private Candidates, 2025 – First Series, which will soon commence. Read […]

The registration period for private candidates to take the 2025 First Series of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) has been extended, according to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). WAEC announced on Tuesday that the original deadline of Monday, January 6, 2025, has been extended to Monday, January 20, 2025, in a […]

The Kenya Space Agency, in an official statement dated January 3, 2025, dismissed viral social media rumours of the agency demanding compensation from India over an object that landed in Mukuku village, Makueni County. The statement reads, “Our attention has been drawn to widely circulating disinformation on social media under the Subject; Notification of Compensation […]

The gender gap in science and technology education is a major obstacle to inclusivity and advancement in green job sectors, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which has called on policymakers globally to address the issue. The IMF brought attention to the under-representation of women in these crucial professions in a blog post published […]

BetKing, a gaming platform, on Sunday announced that Gabriel Orpin, a farmer from Benue state, was the winner of its N5 million virtual Christmas Jackpot. Orpin, a farmer who cultivates yams, rice, and cassava, intends to buy property, construct a house for his family, and make additional investments in his business. “This win is truly […]

Amit Yoran, the CEO of Tenable, tragically passed away on January 3, 2025, at the age of 54, following a brave fight against cancer. Widely regarded as a leader and visionary in the cybersecurity industry, Yoran’s impact extended far beyond his role at Tenable, where he had served since 2016.  He was instrumental in elevating […]