Afghanistan has ‘legalised’ domestic violence in a troubling crackdown on women’s rights. A new 90-page penal code introduced by the Taliban allows husbands to physically punish their wives and children – as long as the abuse does not result in “broken bones or open wounds”. Under the new laws, a husband faces a maximum of…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Idris Kalgo has accused President Bola Tinubu-led government of targeting opposition members for investigations, while shielding ruling APC politicians. Speaking on Trust TV, Kalgo questioned why there is a selective enforcement of investigations forced against opposition members in Nigeria. “Why is it only ADC members who are…
The Controller-General of the Lagos Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, has revealed that investigations by the agency indicate that approximately 95 percent of fire outbreaks in Lagos are caused by unsafe human actions, primarily due to inadequate public awareness and poor safety practices. Adeseye made this disclosure on Saturday during a Safety Walk and…
No one saw Ademola Lookman’s move to Atletico Madrid coming. The Super Eagles forward was always going to leave Atalanta following the events of last year. Lookman was heavily courted by Inter Milan in the summer of 2026 and actually submitted a transfer request, looking to engineer a move from Bergamo. Despite a few offers…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Membership Awareness and Sensitization Committee in Enugu East Senatorial Zone has intensified its grassroots mobilization strategy, holding a strategic meeting on February 14, 2026, to consolidate structures and expand its membership base across the zone. The high-level meeting was presided over by the Chairman and Coordinator of Enugu East Zone,…
Awgu Local Government Area today celebrates the birthday of its Executive Chairman, Hon. Uchenna Joseph Okolo, a leader whose tenure has become synonymous with pragmatic governance, accelerated development, and renewed hope across communities. Since assuming office, Hon. Okolo has positioned himself as a results-driven administrator, championing policies and projects that directly address critical needs while…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Lagos State Deputy Governor Sarah Sosan on her 70th birthday, commending her lifelong dedication to public service and describing it as a natural calling. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President joined family members, friends, and associates in celebrating Sosan’s…
