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One of the world's harshest anti-homosexuality laws is being challenged in the Ugandan courts by rights groups. The law has caused global outrage, with the World Bank halting new loans to Uganda and the US imposing visa restrictions on key officials. Anyone convicted of being involved in homosexual acts face life imprisonment under the law which was enacted in May. Rights groups have asked judges to annul the law, arguing […]
Emmy-nominated actor Jonathan Majors has been dropped by Marvel Studios after he was convicted of assaulting his then-girlfriend. On Monday, a jury in New York found that Majors, 34, attacked and harassed British choreographer Grace Jabbari during an argument in March. Following the verdict, a Marvel spokesperson said the studio would no longer work with the actor. Majors could face up to a year in prison when sentenced in February. […]
At least 118 people have been killed in north-west China in the country's deadliest earthquake in 13 years. The 6.2 magnitude quake hit mountainous Gansu province around midnight on Monday (16:00 GMT), also shaking neighbouring Qinghai. Fatalities may rise with hundreds reported injured in icy conditions. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered thousands of rescue crew to the region, among the poorest and most diverse in China. On Tuesday, footage […]
By Oduyemi Odumade Ibrahim Shehu of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN Headquarters has been recognized as the best Radio reporter for the House of Representatives Press Corps for 2023. At an award ceremony in Abuja, the National President, Nigerian Union Journalists, Chief Chris Isiguzo said the up to date and comprehensive reportage of National Assembly proceedings by the Press Corps has made citizens more informed about legislative activities. […]
ByFlorence Adewale Healthcare delivery in rural areas will soon receive a boost. This is because the Federal Government through the Basic Healthcare Funds is planning to increase facilities in Primary Heath Care Centers from eight thousand to seventeen thousand. The Cordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare Professor, Ali Pate made this known in Abuja at the Northern Traditional Leaders Committee on Primary Healthcare Delivery Fourth Quarter Review Meeting. According […]
By Georgina Humphrey The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders'Forum, SMBLF, has expressed shock over the demise of the former Governor of Anambra State, Chief Chukwuemeka Ezeife at the age of 85. A statement jointly signed by leaders of the Forum described late Ezeife as a strong promoter and an unshaken believer in the unity and progress of Nigeria, 'Okwadike' as he was fondly called was a founding and staunch […]
By Oduyemi Odumade The House of Representatives has queried the management of National Hydrological Service Agency (NIHSA), over full payment of multi-billion naira to contactors for ongoing projects in the 2023 fiscal year. Chairman, House Committee on Hydrological Service Agency, Pascal Agbodike and members of the Committee made the observation during the 2023 budget performance and 2024 budget defence. While scrutinizing the budget appraisal, the lawmakers who frowned at […]
By Georgina Humphrey The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to boost food production and enhance sanitation in collaboration with state governments. The Minister of Water Resources, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev made this known at a media roundtable with water correspondents. Prof Utsev said he had also visited sixteen state governors since he assumed office in August to seek partnership to boost food production and enhance sanitation. The minister […]
By Georgina Humphrey Ministries of Solid Minerals Development and Defence is to partner in securing mining sites across the country. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake made this known when he hosted his defence counterpart, Abubakar Badaru, in Abuja. Dr. Alake who stressed that the meeting was aimed at putting finishing touches to earlier discussions warned illegal miners and their sponsors, to desist from their activities. […]
