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A group of rebels has overthrown longtime Syrian dictator Bashar Assad, signaling a monumental turning point in the nearly 14-year civil war. The takeover, which forced Assad to flee the country, could prompt "remarkable" ripple effects in the Middle East that rival what followed the fall of the Berlin Wall, according to one GOP lawmaker. "This is so significant. The fall of the Assad dictatorship. The ripple effect of this is just going to be remarkable," Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., said on "Fox Report" Sunday. "It's truly equivalent to the Berlin Wall, which led to a ripple effect of dozens…
Days after the Central Bank of Nigeria ordered Deposit Money Banks to guard against artificial cash scarcity in the country, findings by Sunday PUNCH revealed that the trend still persists in some parts of the country. In a circular dated November 29, jointly signed by Acting Directors Solaja Olayemi (Currency Operations) and Isa-Olatinwo Aisha (Branch Operations), the CBN outlined measures aimed at improving cash availability. According to the circular, the CBN directed banks to ensure efficient cash disbursement through both Automated Teller Machines and over-the-counter channels, warning of penalties for non-compliance. The apex bank also urged customers experiencing challenges to…
Human rights activists are preparing for a coordinated protest on Tuesday, December 10, demanding the release of Dele Farotimi, despite police attempts to prohibit the demonstration. The planned protests will span multiple locations, including Ekiti, Lagos, Abuja, and London. Farotimi was arrested following a defamation petition filed by Afe Babalola after publishing allegations of judicial corruption in his book, 'Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System'. The Nigerian Bar Association has argued that the arrest is questionable, pointing out that criminal defamation has been decriminalised under Lagos State law and previously invalidated by a Supreme Court ruling. Omoyele Sowore, the 2023…
Chief of Defence Staff Christopher Musa has unveiled a comprehensive approach to national security, declaring that military interventions can address only 30 percent of Nigeria's security challenges, with the remaining 70 percent dependent on critical socio-economic factors. Speaking at a roundtable discussion on "National Security and National Interest," Musa challenged traditional perceptions of security, arguing for a holistic approach that extends far beyond military might. He emphasized that true national security requires a multifaceted strategy addressing social, economic, and environmental dimensions. "In our complex geopolitical landscape, we cannot view security through a narrow military lens," Musa stated. "While military strength…
Notable legal practitioner Afe Babalola has launched a defense against allegations made in Dele Farotimi's book "Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System," claiming the publication has irreparably damaged his hard-earned reputation. At a press conference held at the Afe Babalola Bar Centre in Ado-Ekiti, Babalola, through his lead counsel Owoseni Ajayi, expressed deep concern over what he describes as defamatory remarks in Farotimi's publication. "The assertions made in this book threaten to destroy what I have spent my entire life building," Babalola stated, emphasizing that the damage goes beyond monetary compensation. The legal luminary has taken formal action, submitting a…
Dele Farotimi’s book, ‘Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System,’ has become a bestseller on Amazon Books as the human rights advocate faces legal action over the publication. The book is ranked 555 out of all books on the e-commerce website and is number one in elections. The book also topped Amazon’s charts in general elections, political process, and political commentary and opinion. Customer reviews rated the book 4.9 out of five stars. Published on July 2, Farotimi examined how affluent Nigerians allegedly manipulated the country’s judicial system for their interests. However, his description of the country’s legal landscape has become…
More than 3 million people have now transitioned from using physical immigration documents to eVisas, as part of the UK government’s effort to modernize its border and immigration system. The shift, reported on December 4th, 2024, is aimed at creating a more secure and efficient process for managing immigration status. The data, released by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and the Home Office, shows that over 3.1 million individuals have registered for eVisas. The UK government’s initiative to move from physical immigration documents to digital status proofs is a step toward a more secure and efficient immigration system. This digital…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced that foreign digital companies, including Google, Microsoft, TikTok, and others, paid a total of N2.55 trillion in taxes during the first half of 2024. This figure was revealed in a statement issued on Tuesday by NITDA’s Director of Corporate Communications & Media Relations, Hadiza Umar. The data was sourced from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). NITDA praised companies such as Google, Microsoft, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok for their adherence to the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms and Internet Intermediaries.…
Dele Farotimi, a prominent Nigerian human rights advocate, was arrested by the Ekiti State Police on Tuesday at his office in Lagos, sparking a wave of protests from legal experts, politicians, and civil society organizations. Farotimi is facing charges of defamation and cyberbullying linked to a petition filed by prominent lawyer Afe Babalola, after comments made by Farotimi in a book published in Lagos. According to Ekiti State police spokesperson Sunday Abutu, the Ekiti police obtained an arrest warrant for Farotimi over allegations of libel. Farotimi was subsequently transported to Ekiti State, where he was arraigned in court on Wednesday,…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has provided designated contacts for bank customers to report difficulties experienced with withdrawing cash over the counter or at automated teller machines (ATMs). On November 29, Olayemi Cardoso, governor of CBN urged bank customers to report any withdrawal challenges via designated numbers. Prior to the directive, the financial regulator had asked banks to prioritise cash disbursement through ATMs or face penalties. In a circular on Tuesday, jointly signed by Solaja Olayemi, its acting director of currency operations, and Isa-Olatinwo Aisha, its acting director of branch operations, CBN provided designated lines to help address customers’…
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Nigerian Stock Market extends bull run with N483bn two-day gain

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Afenifere blasts Tinubu: ‘Midterm report shows woeful failure, economic deforms, and rising despair’

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