President Donald Trump’s administration on Sunday began mass layoffs at Voice of America and other US-funded media, making clear its intent to gut outlets long seen as critical for US influence. Just a day after all employees were put on leave, staff working on a contractual basis received an email notifying them that they were terminated at the end of March. The email, confirmed to AFP by several employees, told contractors that “you must cease all work immediately and are not permitted to access any agency buildings or systems.” Contractors…
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BREAKING: Appeal Court stops Sanusi’s reinstatement as Emir of Kano
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has halted the reinstatement of Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano. A three-member panel of justices led by Justice Okon Abang, on Friday, unanimously halted the implementation of the January 10 judgment, which vacated the nullification of Sanusi II’s appointment by a Kano State High Court, which it held was done without jurisdiction. The judgment, which was delivered by Justice Gabriel Kolawole, held that the nullification of Sanusi II’s appointment was done without the required jurisdiction and ordered the transfer of…
Ibadan: I lost ten shops, millions of naira goods to Alesinloye market inferno
A middle-aged woman simply identified as Alhaja Balikis has expressed her sorrow over the loss of ten shops and goods worth millions of naira due to a fire that engulfed over 70 shops at the popular Alesinloye market in the Southwest local government area on Wednesday. The incident occurred around midnight on Tuesday, leaving all the traders in the market devastated as they continue to assess their losses. Balikis, who has accepted her fate, explained that the fire started in two shops directly facing the State Fire Service at Alesinloye…
Wale Tinubu hails Oando’s Trinidad refinery lease as Afro-Caribbean landmark
Oando Nigeria’s subsidiary, Oando Trading, has been officially selected as the preferred bidder to lease the refinery assets of Guaracara Refining Company from Trinidad Petroleum Holdings Ltd. The selection followed a formal written notification and an announcement by the Honourable Minister for Energy of Trinidad and Tobago on February 27. A corporate disclosure released through the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. on Tuesday reported that Oando Nigeria is listed on both the NGX and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Oando’s Group Chief Executive, Wale Tinubu, said that the development underscored the company’s track…
Salah’s double, Nunez goal seals Liverpool’s comeback win over Southampton
Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to 16 points as Mohamed Salah converted two penalties in a comeback victory over bottom-placed Southampton. Despite showing signs of fatigue after their dramatic late win at Paris Saint-Germain Wednesday, the Reds did enough to secure another crucial three points and move one step closer to the title. Southampton had briefly dared to dream when Will Smallbone capitalized on a costly mix-up between Virgil van Dijk and Alisson, slotting in from a tight angle to give the visitors a…
Adeleke petitions EFCC, alleges ex-gov Oyetola stole $20m, N1.5bn
The Osun State Government has formally petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to investigate the immediate past governor and current Minister of Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, over the alleged misappropriation of a $20m World Bank health grant. The government also accused Oyetola of money laundering, financial misconduct and violations of the Public Procurement Act in the disbursement of the grant meant for health sector improvements in the state. According to an acknowledged copy of the petition dated March 7, 2025, and obtained by our correspondent on Friday, Oyetola, during…
FA Cup: Palace’s Mateta gets 25 stitches after reckless tackle
Jean-Philippe Mateta has said he is doing well and hopes to return soon after being hospitalised following a horrific challenge from Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts. Roberts was sent off just eight minutes into Saturday’s FA Cup fifth-round tie, which Palace won 3-1, after catching Mateta’s head with his boot as he raced out to clear the ball. Referee Michael Oliver initially took no action but later issued a red card after a VAR review. Mateta received lengthy treatment on the pitch, including oxygen, before being stretchered into an ambulance and…
Osimhen keen on Old Trafford switch
Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian international currently on loan at Galatasaray, is reportedly eager to join Manchester United during the upcoming summer transfer window, as he prepares to leave Napoli permanently. According to TEAMtalk, Osimhen is “greatly appreciative” of Manchester United’s interest, with the English club emerging as a leading contender for his signature amidst competition from other top European clubs. Osimhen’s impressive form this season, marked by 20 goals and five assists in 27 appearances, has solidified his reputation as a top European striker. His availability for approximately £62…
Trump unveils $5m ‘gold card’ visa to attract wealthy immigrants
US President Donald Trump unveiled plans Tuesday to sell new “gold card” residency permits for a price of $5 million each — and said Russian oligarchs may be eligible. Trump said sales of the new visa, a high-price version of the traditional green card, would bring in job creators and could be used to reduce the US national deficit. “We’re going to be selling a gold card. You have a green card, this is a gold card. We’re going to be putting a price on that card of about $5…
Babangida justifies $12.4bn Gulf oil windfall mismanagement despite Okigbo report
Former military President, Gen Ibrahim Babangida, says Nigeria failed to maximise its oil boom years due to what he described as a nationwide “profligacy” and “conspicuous consumption” that undermined the economy’s long-term development. He also justified the spending of the $12.4bn oil windfall by his government. “What I have done is not unusual in this country. Somebody did it before me, but I won’t mention names. We did undertake the construction of various ports and other projects (including bridges). “That money could have gone into the Federation Account. Yes, but…