The investigation into the death of Mary Habila has taken a new turn after legal advice recommended a post-mortem examination. Her family, however, continues to oppose an autopsy and has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police for the release of her remains.
The African Democratic Congress has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying rising poverty and hunger show the policies have failed. The opposition party also unveiled alternative proposals focused on agriculture, food security and job creation.
Reality TV star Mercy Eke has revealed that although Big Brother Naija changed her life, she regrets joining the show because of the constant public attention. She also spoke about her relationship, returning for All Stars and earning a master’s degree.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the PDP Board of Trustees’ leadership suit, describing it as an abuse of court process. The court awarded N140 million in costs against the plaintiffs and ordered their lawyer to personally pay N10 million.
A self-proclaimed prophet has been sentenced to one year in prison after pleading guilty to defrauding church members of N136.4 million. The court also ordered the forfeiture of his property to compensate victims.
Governor Hope Uzodimma says President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms have placed Nigeria on a new development path, comparing the President to Singapore’s founding leader, Lee Kuan Yew, and expressing confidence in his re-election bid.
The United States has updated its highest travel advisory, warning citizens against travelling to 23 countries while retaining Nigeria at Level 3 with several states under Level 4 restrictions.
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya is leading the NBA presidential election after early results showed her ahead of her two closest challengers.
The Federal Government has renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway after President Bola Tinubu while approving major road infrastructure projects, including extensions to the Fourth Legacy Highway and upgrades to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Xabi Alonso has reportedly informed five Chelsea players they can leave Stamford Bridge this summer as the new manager begins a major squad overhaul before the start of the new campaign.
