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Says justice must also focus on social and economic rights of people Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says an effective synergy among the three arms of government including representatives of the legal profession would be a useful approach to confront the urgently required reform of Nigeria’s administration of justice system, and such collaboration is in the works. Prof. Osinbajo, SAN, dropped this hint on Saturday at the virtual edition of the Wole Olanipekun & Co (WOC) Justice Summit. The summit themed “Developing an Institutional Concept of Justice in Nigeria” featured prominent speakers including, the convener, Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN; Prof. Fidelis…

The acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Prof. Omololu Soyombo, has stepped down. This followed the setting up of a Special Visitation Panel to the institution by the Federal Government on Friday. Soyombo, in a statement, said he’s stepping down with immediate effect. It would be recalled the federal government also directed the university senate to nominate an acting Vice-Chancellor for the University. “With this, I am stepping down, with immediate effect, as acting Vice-Chancellor of the University,” Prof Soyombo said. Tight security at UNILAG as Senate meets “I wish to express my sincere appreciation to all members…

Franca Udokwu, 30, has been arrested for allegedly dumping her newborn baby inside a pit toilet in Obuba Obofia Nkpor Community in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The suspect was said to have dumped the baby inside the toilet in her room after delivery. It was gathered that the baby was later recovered by the police following a tip-off, but was confirmed dead at a nearby hospital where he was taken to. Confirming the incident, Police spokesperson, Haruna Mohammed said the suspect has been arrested and would be charged after investigations. He said, “On the 22/8/2020 at…

The Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) Worldwide has lauded President Muhammadu Buhari for responding to the calls of Nigerians on the crisis in Southern Kaduna, Kaduna state. ECWA said the deployment of special troops from the Nigerian Army and Air Force to stop the killings, destruction of property and hindrances to agro–economic activities was a welcome development. ECWA, in a statement on Friday in Jos by its National President, Rev. Stephen Panya Baba, said it is better late than never, noting that, “even if it is termed late.” He urged the Special Forces to respect the rights of citizens of…

President Muhammadu Buhari’s nephew, Mallam Mamman Daura is not in the United Kingdom for emergency medical treatment, a presidential aide has said. The personal assistant on new media to President Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, posted a video of Daura receiving a call in his apartment in the UK. He then urged Nigerians to disregard any news that the President’s nephew was in the UK for emergency medical treatment. “No iota of truth in the earlier story that Mallam Mamman Daura was flown to London for an emergency medical attention, he is hale and hearty, Nigerians should disregard that story,” he said…

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 340 confirmed new coronavirus cases in the country on Friday. The 340 cases announced by the Centre for Disease Control takes the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 51,304. The NCDC also announced the discharge of 316 patients from isolation centers across the country with four new deaths reported. Kaduna recorded the highest number of cases with 63 while the Federal Capital Territory reported 51 and Plateau state recorded 38 cases. Lagos state, the epicentre of the virus in Nigeria reported 33 new confirmed cases taking the total number of…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday released the final list of candidates for the October 10 governorship election in Ondo State. The incumbent, Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu, who is seeking a second term on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), makes the list. Also on the list are Akeredolu’s main challengers, Mr. Eyitayo Jegede of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Mr. Agboola Ajayi of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP). National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee of INEC said four parties – “African Democratic Congress (ADC), Action Democratic Party (ADP) and the Peoples Democratic…

Joseph DeAngelo, the man known as the Golden State Killer, has been sentenced to life in prison. His sentencing is the culmination of a crime investigation that began in the 1970s and attracted worldwide interest. DeAngelo, 74, was arrested in 2018 after his DNA was found on a genealogy website. In June he admitted to 13 murders in a deal with US prosecutors meant to spare him the death penalty. Joseph DeAngelo, a former California police officer dubbed the Golden State Killer, told victims today that he was “truly sorry” before he was sentenced to multiple life prison sentences for…

Arsenal are close to completing the transfer of Gabriel Magalhaes after the 22-year-old Brazilian centre-back completed a medical after a fee of up to £27m was agreed with Lille. The Gunners have offered a five-year contract, although Napoli have not given up hope of signing the player. (Times, subscription required) If Napoli miss out on Gabriel, they could make a move for Arsenal’s German defender Shkodran Mustafi, 28. (Daily Star) Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Kai Havertz after holding further talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a fee for the 21-year-old Germany winger. (Guardian) West Ham are trying to get England midfielder Jack Wilshere, 28, off their wage bill and are willing to buy…

Chelsea are closing in on a deal for Leicester and England left-back Ben Chilwell. The 23-year-old has been a target for Blues boss Frank Lampard despite Foxes manager Brendan Rodgers saying in July that Chilwell was not for sale. But after Leicester finished fifth last season, a Chelsea move would offer Chilwell Champions League football. The Foxes academy product is working his way back from a foot injury that is not thought to be serious. Chelsea prioritise Chilwell, Mourinho eyes Luis Diaz His current contract with Leicester runs until 2024. Chelsea are also interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Kai…