JUDICIARY

Breaking: DSS Fails to Produce Nnamdi in Court_Ada Nkong

Reports reaching us say the DSS has failed to produce Nnamdi Kanu in court. The trial has also been adjourned till October 2021. Justice Binta Nyako also ordered that he remains in DSS custody despite a request that he be transferred to Kuje correctional facility. Details shortly

JUDICIARY

Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial: Operatives Deny Journalists Access_Ada Nkong

There was heavy security at the Federal high court in Abuja,Monday morning as the arrival of the detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu for continuation of his trial on treasonable felony charge was awaited. As early as 6 am, reports say DSS Operatives were already strategically stationed within the court premises. Some journalists were also denied… Continue reading Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial: Operatives Deny Journalists Access_Ada Nkong

WORLD NEWS

Tunisia’s Prime Minister Sacked After Violent Covid Protests_Ada Nkong

Celebrating the sack.Credit Getty images Tunisia's president has sacked the prime minister and suspended parliament, after violent mass protests nationwide on Sunday. Anger over the government's handling of a massive recent spike in Covid cases has added to general unrest over the nation's economic and social turmoil. President Kais Saied, who was elected in 2019,… Continue reading Tunisia’s Prime Minister Sacked After Violent Covid Protests_Ada Nkong

TRAVELS

National Diaspora Day 2021: FG Pledges to Create Enabling Environment for Diasporans_Ada Nkong

Chairman NIDCOM and Other guests dance to Saxophone performance at 2021 National Diaspora Day The federal government has pledged to create an enabling environment and adopt policies that will ensure the safety a and well being of Nigerians in diaspora. The minister of state for foreign affairs, Ambassador Zubairu Dada gave the assurance during his… Continue reading National Diaspora Day 2021: FG Pledges to Create Enabling Environment for Diasporans_Ada Nkong

POLITICS · TRAVELS

NIDCOM Chairman Pledges to Engage National Assembly for Diaspora Voting_Ada Nkong

The Chairman Nigerians in diaspora commission, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa has assured diasporans that she will engage the national assembly to Create for INEC a conducive environment is for diaspora voting. She made the promise while receiving a delegation of NIDO ,United Kingdom South who have earmarked a community development project in Karu Children's home to… Continue reading NIDCOM Chairman Pledges to Engage National Assembly for Diaspora Voting_Ada Nkong

SPORTS

2020 Olympics : Tunisia’s Jendoubi Wins Africa’s First Medal_Ada Nkong

Tunisia's Mohamed Khalil Jendoubi won Africa's first medal of the 2020 Olympics when taking silver in the men's taekwondo 58kg category on Saturday. Jendoubi was guaranteed silver as he took on Italy's Vito Dell'Aquila, who secured the gold, in the final.The bout went right to the wire and was tied 10-10 with around 15 seconds… Continue reading 2020 Olympics : Tunisia’s Jendoubi Wins Africa’s First Medal_Ada Nkong

HEALTH

Up Close With Covid-19_Ada Nkong

Before the covid pandemic, oxygen was just another gas known perhaps a little more than the others because even nursery school children know that we humans breath in oxygen and give out carbon dioxide. As I walked into the Yaba infectious disease hospital at night to check on my mum, the sight I met humbled… Continue reading Up Close With Covid-19_Ada Nkong

Aviation

FG Appoints Gambo Registrar NiMet Katsina_Ada Nkong

The Federal Government has appointed Dr. Bishir Gambo as the Registrar of the Meteorological Institute of Science and Technology, Katsina.A statement by NiMets GM public affairs ,Muntari Ibrahim says the appointment, which is for a four year term in the first instance, was conveyed in a letter signed by the Director of Human Resources, S.D.… Continue reading FG Appoints Gambo Registrar NiMet Katsina_Ada Nkong

WORLD NEWS

Indonesia: Covid Positive Man Disguises as Wife to Fly_Ada Nkong

A Covid-positive Indonesian man who disguised himself as his wife to board a domestic flight was caught mid-air. The man, who has only been identified by his initials, DW, wore a full-face veil known as a niqab to board. He was also carrying his wife's passport and her negative Covid test result. He may never… Continue reading Indonesia: Covid Positive Man Disguises as Wife to Fly_Ada Nkong