Burkina Faso bans colonial wigs in courts to embrace cultural identity.
Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré has banned the use of British and French colonial-style wigs…
Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré has banned the use of British and French colonial-style wigs by judges, marking a significant move to decolonise the country’s judicial system. Announcing the decision, President Traoré stressed the importance of breaking away from colonial traditions and embracing practices that reflect Burkina Faso’s cultural heritage. The ban is part of…
Tanzania’s ruling party has selected Samia Suluhu Hassan as its presidential candidate, ahead of the October general elections. Hassan has appealed for unity ahead of the vote, saying, “I urge all to retain our togetherness as we approach the elections. The polls can definitely divide us, but I believe we will stay together now that…
The death toll from a gasoline tanker explosion in north-central Nigeria has risen to 98, the country’s emergency response agency said Monday. The blast happened in the early hours of Saturday near the Suleja area of Niger state after individuals attempted to transfer gasoline from a crashed oil tanker into another truck using a generator. The fuel…
As he completes his incredible comeback, Donald Trump was sworn in on Monday for a historic second term as president and promised a flurry of quick orders on immigration and the US cultural wars. Under the massive Rotunda of the US Capitol, the 47th US president took the oath of office solemnly, one hand in…
The village of Amede in Mgbakwu, Awka North Local Government Area, Anambra State was, from Monday 6th to Wednesday 8th January, 2025, the centre of attraction as prominent people from within and outside the state gathered to witness the burial of late Chief Godwin Madubufo Ozuah (Ozo Uduezuo). The late Chief Godwin Ozuah, was a…
On the 20th of December, 2024, Hon. Barr. Okey-Joe Onuakalusi, Member of the House of Representatives, was honored with a Leadership Award by the Constituency Forum in recognition of his exemplary leadership and remarkable contributions towards the advancement of Oshodi-Isolo Constituency 2. The award ceremony took place at Mingles Hotel, Idimu-Ejigbo, Lagos, where the award…
The Football Tournament, sponsored by Hon. Barr. Jesse Okey-Joe Onuakalusi, the member representing Oshodi-Isolo 2 Federal Constituency, finally came to a halt after seven days of intense action and football skills at the Ejigbo mini stadium on Sunday 15th December, 2024. It was one week of frills and thrills by the very gifted boys from…
The excitement continues to build as Hon. Barr. Okey-Joe Onuakalusi MHR, alongside some of the players, youths, and his team members, moved around his Constituency today, Saturday, December 14th. This gesture further highlights his commitment to fostering unity and sportsmanship ahead of tomorrow’s much-anticipated final matches. Semi-Final Highlights: AA FC (EJIGBO) vs. ISHAGA UNITED FC…
It was all fun and excitement on Friday 13th December, 2024 at St. Mary’s Catholic church hall, Ire-akari, Estate, Isolo, where different Wards under the Oshodi – Isolo 2 Federal constituency gathered to celebrate Christmas with Carols in different Nigerian languages. Guests and constituents had gathered early at the venue expecting to be thrilled, and…
The International Human Rights Day Conference marking it’s 76th Anniversary, organized by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch with it’s theme “Human Rights in Crisis: Addressing the Challenges Facing Nigeria, was held in the Dining Hall of the Nigerian Law School, Ozunba Mbadiwe Avenue, Victoria Island, Lagos on Tuesday 10th December, 2024. Last year’s…