The lead judge, Dr. Aliya Adamu Ahmad, says: “When I was invited to be a judge I did not know who the other judges were, but we found out that the story has appeared on the selection of more than one judge. That tells you the strength of the story—its plot, characterisation, style, and language
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Essien, a teacher of Computer, Basic Sciences and Physical Education, revealed that he draws his inspiration for teaching from his fun loving personality through which he is able to help children with special needs
The lead prosecution counsel, Rotimi Jacob, confirmed to journalist that the two charges in two different courts will now be conducted by a single court to ensure effective and speedy trial of the case
In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Idowu Adelusi, Fayose noted that being a landlocked state, the state deserved an airport as many federal roads in the state are not in good condition
Italy coastguard said: “Italy received 154,000 migrants in 2015 and 2016 figure is likely to be higher on Thursday more than 1,400 boat migrants were rescued off the coast of Libya
The defendants were aides to Kingsley Kuku, a former adviser to President Goodluck Jonathan on Niger Delta.
Justice Mamman Kolo granted the adjournment following a letter by the prosecuting counsel Faruk Abdullahi that he was out of the jurisdiction for an official engagement
RATTAWU’s National President, Yemisi Bamgbose, said the late Akunyili was honoured because of her immense contributions in the struggle for a better welfare package for media workers
A UN spokesperson declined to confirm receipt of the document, which is dated October 19 and signed by South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Maite Nkoana-Mashabane
Bose made the disclosure when he visited the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samaila Mera, at his palace on Friday.
Bose said: “My visit to Kebbi is to sensitize the people of Dadin-Kowa in Arewa Local Government that the commission is set to construct demarcation poles on Nigeria border line with Niger Republic
A statement by the Bureau of Communication and Strategy in the Office of the Governor said that the government is however not yet satisfied or resting on its oars until the state emerges the best state in the country in external examinations
The index released by the Commonwealth Secretariat on Friday, ranked 183 nations on employment, education, health and other prospects for people aged between 15 and 29
In an application for discontinuance of the suit earlier filed against Dogara and 13 others, Jibrin informed the court that a fresh originating summons has been filed
Fani-Kayode was re-arrested as he emerged from trial before a Federal High Court in Lagos
They chanted solidarity songs and carried placards with inscriptions such as: “Pay CONTISS 15 migration and arrears to the lower cadre or De-migrate existing beneficiaries”; “No to management threat to sack”
“By the end of the year, we need to see results,” one senior EU diplomat said on condition of anonymity
The list, however, has two career ambassadors from Imo State and one career ambassador from the FCT.
They are Ngozi Ukaeje and K.C. Nwachukwu from Imo State and Adamu Onoze Shuaibu from the FCT.
Abia has Dr Uzoma Ememke (non-career) and Obinna C Agbugba (Career); Adamawa has Dr Clifford Zirra (non career), Salisu Umaru and I.A. Paragalda (career)
Abimbola, while presenting the reports, said that the two states had on Wednesday reached an agreement to maintain status quo over ownership of the institution, and affirmed their commitment to its funding
They included two Justices of the Supreme Court and five Justices of the Federal High Court.
Abubakar said: “I am sure that many here will be expecting me to make further statements on the ongoing events affecting the nation’s judiciary
Abbas’ confirmation followed a motion moved by the Assembly leader, Alhaji Garba Bello, urging his colleagues to confirm the appointment
Ungwuta judge stated these and more in a letter to the Chief Justice of Nigeria and Chairman of the National Judicial Council, Justice Mahmud Mohammed