December 2024

South Korean Lawmakers Impeach Acting President Han Duck-Soo

South Korean lawmakers impeached the acting president on Friday, as the country struggles to shake off political turmoil sparked by his predecessor’s martial law declaration that shocked the world. Han Duck-soo took over as acting president from President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was suspended following a parliamentary vote over his move to impose martial law …

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ECOWAS Backs Nigeria, Says Niger’s Terrorism Allegation Against Nigeria Unfounded

The Economic of West African States (ECOWAS) has described terrorism allegations against Nigeria and other member states by Niger Republic as “unfounded”, saying it is solidly behind its members. Niger Republic had accused Nigeria and other ECOWAS members of colluding with France to destabilise the country. However, ECOWAS in a statement on Thursday described the …

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Mother arrested for throwing child into Delta river

A young lady, Ms Blessing Ibuku, was among the over 30 suspects paraded by the Delta State Police Command for being involved in crimes such as robbery, kidnapping, cultism, and murder, among others, while also recovering 150 arms, including 32 AK-47 rifles. The state Commissioner of Police, Abaniwonda Olufemi, while briefing journalists at the command’s …

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Russia detains Uzbek man over general’s killing in Moscow

Russia’s security service says a 29-year-old man from Uzbekistan has been detained over the killing of senior general Igor Kirillov and his assistant in Moscow.Lt Gen Igor Kirillov, head of the Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Forces, was outside a residential block early yesterday when an explosive device hidden in a scooter was detonated remotely.The …

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FCT correctional service gets new controller

The Nigerian Correctional Service has appointed Ajibogun Olatubosun as the new Controller for the Federal Capital Territory Command. The appointment follows a recent reshuffling of senior officers within the service across the country. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Command spokesperson, Adamu Duza, today. Olatubosun takes over from Controller Usman, who has …

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