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Lawyer and Human rights activist, Deji Adeyanju has strongly condemned the sentencing of Okuneye Idris Olarewaju, popularly known as Bobrisky, to six months in prison for Naira abuse. The jail sentence, which does not offer an option for a fine, has stirred significant debate among Nigerians over the severity of the punishment and its broader implications. Adeyanju, in a statement made available via the X handle of his law firm, Deji Adeyanju & Partners, questioned the appropriateness of the sentence, citing efforts to decongest Nigerian prisons and the fact that this is Bobrisky’s first offense. The statement read, “We note…

-Says power sector needs more expertise, investment Former presidential spokesman Laolu Akande has said that unless there is a significant cash flow into the electricity sector, besides tariffs, Nigeria will continue to struggle with delivering optimum power supply at a good price. Akande stated this while tracing the problems bedeviling the power sector to the privatization of both the Distribution Companies (DisCos) and the Generation Companies (GenCos). Speaking on Thursday on Channels Television’s News at 10, the anchor of Inside Sources explained that a review of the privatisation process is necessary. Akande, veteran journalist noted that the incompetence of the…

The Premier League will introduce semi-automated offside technology next season in the hope of reducing the time it takes to make VAR decisions. At a shareholders’ meeting on Thursday, top-flight clubs unanimously agreed to introduce the system, which is expected to cut the average length of a VAR check for offside by about 30 seconds. “The technology will provide quicker and consistent placement of the virtual offside line, based on optical player tracking, and will produce high-quality broadcast graphics to ensure an enhanced in-stadium and broadcast experience for supporters,” a Premier League statement said. Football’s global governing body FIFA used…

Global monitors have warned that 2024 is shaping up to be the hottest year on record, marked by heatwaves, climate extremes and rising greenhouse gas emissions. The UNICEF data showed over 243 million children across the Pacific and East Asia were estimated to be affected by heatwaves, putting them at risk of heat-related illnesses and death. Several countries in the region are currently smoldering in the summer heat, with temperatures nearing record levels as they regularly hit over 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). Local forecasters are predicting steeper rises in the coming weeks. Some Philippine schools suspended in-person classes…

The Oyo State Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (Oyonewmap) has appealed to residents not to overlook early warning flood messages, as its officials embark on sensitization exercises in the state. The Project Coordinator of Oyo State Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (Oyonewmap), Barr. Tayo Ayoade, said the Project will embark on an advocacy and sensitization programme on Early Warning and Action on flood hazards throughout the State. Barr. Tayo Ayoade said this while speaking to the Press during the week in Ibadan. He stated that the advocacy and sensitization targeted at all the stakeholders in 33 Local Government…

Nollywood actor, Junior Pope Odonwodo, also known as Jnr Pope, is dead. The actor died this afternoon while filming in Asaba, Delta State capital. It was reported the actor died during a boat trip. The boat capsized and he, alongside two others yet to be identified actors, drowned. His body was recovered and rushed to the hospital, where he was confirmed dead. Confirming the unfortunate incident, the Delta State Chairman of Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, Emma Onyemeziem said the corpse had been deposited in the morgue.

Lagos monarch ,Osolo of Isolo, a suburb in state, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, is dead. The monarch, according to report died shortly after observing the Eid prayers on Wednesday. The Chairman of Isolo Local Council Development Area, Olasoju Adebayo, confirmed his death in a statement seen by our correspondent. He stated that the deceased royal father would be buried by 4pm according to Islamic rites. The statement read, “I have the instruction of the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to formally announce the passing of the paramount ruler of Isolo Kingdom, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, Adeola Olushi III, today April…

The police command in Imo State said it launched an investigation into the murder of another legal practitioner, Garricks Anyanwu, killed by suspected gunmen a week ago. The state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Henry Okoye, disclosed this during a telephone interview on Tuesday. Mr Okoye, who confirmed the incident, however, promised to make an official statement on completion of investigation on the matter. Mr Anyawu was killed in his home town of Orodo, in the Mbaitoli Local Government Area of the state by suspected assassins. His decomposing body was discovered on April 5, in a bush. Chioma Okoli: Nigerians…

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