Author: Elizabeth Jenrola Oso

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has assured Nigerians of better results in the fight against all forms of security challenges plaguing the country. Oluyede spoke in Abuja on Monday shortly after visiting President Bola Tinubu at the presidential villa. Reiterating his commitment to improving Nigeria’s security situation, Oluyede hinted at innovative approach and enhanced collaboration with neighbouring countries. The newly appointed COAS highlighted his dedication to making a meaningful difference in the country’s fight against insecurity. Answering questions about his visit to the president, Oluyede said, “I am here to reassure the President that I will…

The United Kingdom (UK) and other European countries have said they will suspend the processing of asylum applications from Syrians after the fall of the Assad regime in Damascus, with Austria already preparing a “repatriation and deportation” programme to the country. In London, a Home Office spokesperson said it had “temporarily paused decisions on Syrian asylum claims whilst we assess the current situation.” The spokesperson added, “We keep all country guidance relating to asylum claims under constant review so we can respond to emerging issues.” The moves come despite a lack of clarity over what lies ahead for Syria, one…

In the wake of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s bungled attempt to impose martial law, the government has banned more top officials from leaving the country Tuesday, Yonhap reported, A day after Yoon himself was hit with a travel ban, his party was forging a “resignation roadmap” that reportedly could see him step down in February or March before fresh elections. Yoon suspended civilian rule a week ago and sent special forces and helicopters to parliament, before lawmakers forced him to rescind the decree in a country assumed to be a stable democracy. Investigators are probing the president and…

An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Monday, sentenced a teacher, John Osifo, to life imprisonment for defiling an eight-year-old pupil. Delivering judgment, Justice Rahman Oshodi, held that the prosecution proved the charge of defilement against Osifo beyond every reasonable doubt. Oshodi noted that the convict breached the trust that was entrusted into his hands by defiling the minor. According to him, evidence of the survivor was corroborated by her mother’s evidence and medical examination revealed absence of hymen. He said the convict exploited the vulnerability of the eight year old child under his care to defile her.…

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, has directed an in-depth investigation and immediate prosecution of a motorist who allegedly assaulted an FRSC personnel in Lagos. The Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO), Mr. Olusegun Ogungbemide, announced the directive in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Mohammed expressed concern over the increasing cases of assaults on FRSC officials performing their lawful duties. He stated that such acts are “totally uncalled for.” The incident, which happened in November along the Oko-Ado section of the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos, involved a Toyota Corolla with registration number EPE…

….Floats role for foreign troops President Volodymyr Zelensky made the case on Monday for a diplomatic settlement to Russia’s war in Ukraine and raised the idea of foreign troops being deployed in his country until it could join the NATO military alliance. The remarks at a joint press conference with German opposition leader Friedrich Merz were the latest to signal Kyiv’s increasing openness to war negotiations, with Donald Trump preparing to return to the White House on Jan. 20. The U.S. president-elect, who has said he wants to end the war quickly, called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire and…

Germany’s Federal Office for Migration and Refugees has put a hold on asylum applications from Syria on Monday, according to local media. A spokespeson reportedly said the decision was made as Syria’s politicial future is currently too uncertain. Local authorities said 47,270 applications were impacted by the application freeze, but that existing applications, which were already decided on, have not been impacted. Reacting to the news, CDU’s Johann Wadephul said it must be assumed “that the rebels who have now won, have close ties to Afghanistan, to the Taliban.” The politician added that “these are not good omens,” and that…

Veteran actress, Idowu Phillips, popularly known as Mama Rainbow, has once again inspired fans with her vibrant energy and positive outlook on life. Taking to Instagram, the Nollywood legend shared a post celebrating her 82nd birthday, exuding youthful vigour and determination to embrace life to the fullest. “Age is just a number! At 82, I’ve decided life is just getting started. I refuse to get old—feeling 45 and fabulous every single day!” she wrote, accompanied by hashtags like #YoungAtHeart and #82IsTheNew45. Mama Rainbow’s post radiated her trademark humour and warmth, signing off with a heartfelt “Happy Sunday my children, my…

Lara Trump will step down as co-chair of the Republican National Committee as she considers a number of potential options with her father-in-law, President-elect Donald Trump, set to return to the White House. Among those possibilities is replacing Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, whom Trump tapped to be the next secretary of state. If Rubio is confirmed, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will choose who takes the seat through the remainder of Rubio’s term, which expires in 2026. “It is something I would seriously consider,” she told the Associated Press in an interview. “If I’m being completely transparent, I don’t know exactly…

Saudi authorities have arrested four Nigerian nationals with 39 kilogrammes of cocaine Saudi Arabia. The unnamed Nigerians were arrested by the General Directorate of Narcotics Control while distributing the drugs from their hideouts in Jeddah, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Authorities recently made several drug-related arrests and confiscations across the Kingdom, Border Guard patrols in Jazan intercepted 270 kg of qat in Al-Aridah and 126 kg in Al-Dayer. They also arrested a citizen in Al-Dayer with qat in his vehicle. The directorate also arrested a Pakistani in the Eastern Province for selling methamphetamine, also known…