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Missing World Cup not a Setback, It’s National Failure

The Super Eagles’ recent failure in the World Cup qualifiers sparks nationwide frustration. Nigeria, a nation with a rich footballing heritage and an abundance of elite talent spread across Europe’s top leagues, now finds itself struggling to assert dominance in qualifiers that once seemed routine. The reasons behind this decline are neither singular nor simple; they are woven into tactical, administrative, psychological, and structural issues that have developed over time.

A major contributor to Nigeria’s struggle has been the persistent instability in the coaching setup. The Super Eagles have undergone multiple managerial changes within a short period, with each coach arriving with a new philosophy, new expectations, and new tactical demands. Players have had to adapt repeatedly to different systems, limiting cohesion and con...... ..............................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/missing-world-cup-not-a-setback-its-national-failure/.

Experts to Lead Deliberations at 2025 DOPF Annual Lecture

A distinguished assembly of professionals from the fields of finance, law, business, and academia will headline the 2025 Convention and Annual Lecture of the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF), set to hold on November 27, 2025, at David’s Event Centre, Asaba.

This year’s conference will examine the theme: “Nigeria’s New Tax Law: Implications and Opportunities for Businesses and Society.”

Chief Edward Obiefuna Martyns (Nnanyelugo), the Director of Local Government Accounts in the Office of the Accountant General of Delta State, will chair the event. A seasoned Chartered Accountant and Rotarian with extensive experience in both public and private financial management, Chief Martyns is expected to bring de......................................................................................................................................read more @ https://afimag.com/experts-to-lead-deliberations-at-2025-dopf-annual-lecture/

US Congressman Questions Nigeria’s Human Rights Record Amid Kidnapping

A United States congressman, Riley McGowan Moore, has urged prayers for 25 schoolgirls kidnapped in Northern Nigeria and for the repose of their slain vice principal.

This remark, however, has sparked criticism over what many describe as a mischaracterisation of the affected community.

Moore, in a post on X on Tuesday, said the attack occurred in what he called a “Christian enclave in Northern Nigeria,” adding that the Ni..........................................................................................................................................................................................read more @ https://afimag.com/us-congressman-questions-nigerias-human-rights-record-amid-kidnapping/

Ethiope Federal Constituency Leaders Call for Stronger Representation, Prepare for 2027 Elections

Ethiope Federal Constituency leaders and stakeholders have voiced concerns over what they describe as a lack of effective representation by their current House of Representatives member, Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, and pledged to mobilize the community toward improved political engagement in the 2027 elections.

The high-level strategic meeting, held over the weekend in Eku, Ethiope East Local Government Area, brought together political leaders, youth groups, community representatives, and opinion leaders from both Ethiope East and West. Participants expressed a desire to strengthen the constituency’s political voice and ensure more visible and responsive representation at the national level.

Former House member Hon. Halims Agoda highlighted the importance of active legislative participation. He emphasized that true representation involves regular presence in ..................................................................................................................................................................................................read more @ https://afimag.com/ethiope-federal-constituency-leaders-call-for-stronger-representation-prepare-for-2027-elections/

Nigerian Man Sentenced to Six Years in U.S. Over Online Sextortion That Led to Teen’s Death

A U.S. federal court has sentenced a 27-year-old Nigerian man, Imoleayo Samuel Aina, also known as “Alice Dave,” to six years in prison for orchestrating an online sextortion scheme that contributed to the death of a Pennsylvania teenager.

U.S. District Judge Joel H. Slomsky handed down the 72-month sentence, along with five years of supervised release and $3,250 restitution. Aina had earlier pleaded guilty to charges including cyberstalking, interstate threats, extortion, money-laundering conspiracy, and wire fraud.

Aina and his co-defendant, Samuel Olasunkanmi Abiodun, were arrested in Nigeria before being taken into FBI custody on July 31, 2024. Both were extradited to the U.S. and indicted in August of the same year, alongside a third suspect, Afeez Olatunji Adewale, who .............................................................................................................................read more @https://afimag.com/nigerian-man-sentenced-to-six-years-in-u-s-over-online-sextortion-that-led-to-teens-death/

Mutfwang, Fintiri, Others Fault Wike’s Expulsion From PDP

Two Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors, Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State and Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State and a few others have openly criticised the recent expulsion of the former Rivers State Governor and Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

The governors who also fault the expulsion of several other party leaders, criticized the decision and called for productive efforts aimed at rebuilding the opposition party.

In separate statements on Sunday, both governors stressed that expulsion at a time when the PDP is grappling with internal divisions would only deepen the crisis and further weaken the ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................read more athttps://afimag.com/mutfwang-fintiri-others-fault-wikes-expulsion-from-pdp/

The Biography of Pastor Uche Collins Ijeomah

Pastor Uche Collins Ijeomah is a Nigerian preacher, social reformer, and the Founder/Lead Pastor of Towdah City Church Inc., Kwale, in Ndokwa West Local Government Area, Delta State. He is commissioned by God to raise kingdom role models who will transform societies and shape cultures.

A seasoned minister of the gospel and an icon of transformational leadership, Pastor Ijeomah carries a threefold mandate of Transformation, Revival, and Dominion. His ministry is centered on revealing and glorifying Jesus, helping people discover and develop their God-given potentials, turning followers into leaders, leaders into transformational leaders, and ultimately producing agents of change. Through practical, faith-based teachings, he equips individuals to become better members of society.

Pastor Ijeomah’s work blends spiritual devotion, personal transformation, professional expertise, and excellence. He is also the Founder and CEO of UCI Foundation, an initiative dedicated to advocacy for good governance, non-violent conflict resolution, youth orientation, skill development, community engagement, and social services.

As a life coach, mentor, and conference speaker, he is passionate about personal and national transformation. This passion has inspired him to author several books, including ........... ....... ..... read more at https://afimag.com/the-biography-of-pastor-uche-collins-ijeomah/

ECOWAS Parliament Seeks Reconciliation as Sahel Nations’ Withdrawal Casts Shadow Over Regional Unity

The Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has once again expressed deep concern over the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the regional bloc, describing the departure of the three Sahel nations as a serious challenge to the cohesion and future of West African integration.

During the closing ceremony of a five-day delocalised meeting held in Banjul, The Gambia, Senator Edwin Melvin Snowe Jr., Chairman of the Joint Committee on the meeting, appealed passionately for the return of the estranged countries, citing the profound political, economic, social, and humanitarian repercussions of their .............................................................READ MORE @ https://afimag.com/ecowas-parliament-seeks-reconciliation-as-sahel-nations-withdrawal-casts-shadow-over-regional-unity/

Easter: Onyemulu Admonishes Nigerians to Embrace Sacrificial Love, Calls for Better Leadership

As Christians across the globe mark the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, Chief Chuks Onyemulu, the Labour Party candidate for Delta State House of Assembly, Ndokwa West Constituency in the 2023 elections, has urged Nigerians to reflect deeply on the true meaning of Easter sacrificial love.

In his Easter message, Chief Onyemulu highlighted the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ as the highest expression of love, lamenting that Nigeria has yet to replicate such love in governance, leadership, and interpersonal relationships.

“Indeed, there is no greater love than this! It is however disappointing that we are unable to emulate the love of Christ in different areas of our existence and rel...........................................................read more @https://afimag.com/easter-onyemulu-admonishes-nigerians-to-embrace-sacrificial-love-calls-for-better-leadership/

Ejumudo Urges Christians to Champion Interfaith Harmony, Peaceful Coexistence

The Senior Special Assistant to the Delta State Government on Human Rights, Comrade Kelvin Ejumudo, has extended heartfelt greetings to the Christian community, while emphasizing the critical need for interfaith harmony and mutual respect among citizens of diverse religious backgrounds.

Ejumudo called on Christians to not only reflect on the significance of Christ’s resurrection but to also actively embody the core values of love, sacrifice, compassion, and unity, saying that these values the form the cornerstone of the Easter celebration.

“Easter is a time of renewal, hope, and reflection on the enduring teachings of Jesus Christ,” Ejumudo stated. “As followers of Christ, it is our duty to extend these virtues beyond our faith communities and into the broader society. We must embrace and live out the principles of peaceful coexistence, tolerance, and mutual understanding with people of all religious beliefs.”

He further ............read more on https://afimag.com/ejumudo-urges-christians-to-champion-interfaith-harmony-peaceful-coexistence/

Eid-Kabir: CP Olufemi Assures Deltans of maximum security, orders strategic redeployment of officers

“The CP has ordered a massive deployment of personnel across the State to provide adequate security in all Muslim prayer grounds, and strategic locations in the State.
‘The CP also directed all DPOs to intensify raids of criminal hideouts and black spots within their areas of responsibility.”
The Delta State Police Commissioner Abaniwonda Olufemi, has directed the strategic redeployment of police officers in the state to ensure maximum security during Eid-Kabir celebration.

Olufemi has also mandated the divisional police officers, DPOs, within his jurisdiction to prioritize efficient raiding of criminal hideouts in their areas of delivery networks.

A statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Edafe Bright said the Delta State Police Boss has as...................................................................https://afimag.com/eid-kabir-cp-olufemi-assures-deltans-of-maximum-security-orders-strategic-redeployment-of-officers/

TIB, AAC, ERC, others announce mass protest on June 12 over hardship

Following the inability of the federal government to address the high cost of living and hardship in Nigeria, some members of Nigerian civil societies have scheduled Wednesday June 12, 2024 for a mass protest.

This was disclosed in a statement titled, ‘, “Enough is Enough to Hardship and Hunger Great Nigerian People,’ jointly signed by the organizations.

The concerned organizations include the Take-It-Back Movement (TIB), the African Action Congress party (AAC), the Joint Action Front (JAF), the Education Rights Campaign (ERC), the Socialist Workers and the Youth League (SWL) and PRP Vanguard.

They lamented that the masses have acute hunger and hardship following the removal of fuel subsidy in May 29, 2023, by President Tin...................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/tib-aac-erc-others-announce-mass-protest-on-june-12-over-hardship/

Banks CBN has no plan to revoke their operating licenses

The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, recently revoked the operating licenses of some banks in Nigeria including Heritage Bank.

Yesterday, the Apex Bank said there are banks that have met its operational standard and requirement.

The safe banks CBN has no plans to revoke the operating licenses were Fidelity Bank, Wema Bank, Polaris Bank and Unity Bank.

This was contained in a statement by Acting Director of Corporate Communications of CBN, Mrs. Hakama Sidi Ali amid rumors of a plan to revoke the licences of the banks.

She also noted that a circular issued by CBN on January 10, 2024, notifying the public about the dissolution of the Boards of Union, ........................................................................................................read more @ https://afimag.com/banks-cbn-has-no-plan-to-revoke-their-operating-licenses/

Nigerian Premier League Fines Enyimba Club N10million For Disrupting Live Match In Enugu

The Nigeria Premier Football League has fined Enyimba football club N10 million for disorganizing Match Day 35 Fixture between the club and Rangers Int’l FC held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, on June 9, 2024.

The league also awarded three points, three goals to Enugu Rangers FC as part of punishment for Enyimba FC for her misconducts.

The football ruling body made this known in a jurisdiction notice addressed to Enyimba Int’l FC dated June 10, 2024, and signed by Chief Executive Officer of the League Management Company Davidson Owumi.

After assessment of the ugly incidents, the League concluded that Enyimba violated Rules C9, B6.23, B13.18, C1.1 and B13. ..........................................................................................................read more @ https://afimag.com/nigerian-premier-league-fines-enyimba-club-n10million-for-disrupting-live-match-in-enugu/

Man City Thrash Huddersfield 5-0, Advance To 4th Round In FA Cup

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Premier League giant, Manchester City humiliated Huddersfield 5-0 in the FA Cup third round on January 07, 2024.

Pep Guardiola’s squad was began the lead through the goals from Phil Foden and Julian Alvarez when De Bruyne stepped onto the pitch.

His return, however, spurred the squad as they scored three more goals via Ben Jackson’s own goal, another Foden strike, and a Jeremy Doku effort upon his return from injury as a second-half substitute.

Doku’s goal, in particular, was set up by a deft lofted pass from the returning ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Read more at https://afimag.com/man-city-thrash-huddersfield-5-0-advance-to-4th-round-in-fa-cup/

Four Dead, 40 Hospitalized After Consuming Contaminated Alcohol

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Tunisia Authorities have announced the death of four of her citizens, and forty others hospitalized in southern Tunisia after consuming contaminated alcohol.

Fethi Baccouche, the spokesperson for the Medenine court, who confirmed the incident, told AFP that an investigation has been initiated, and authorities have arrested the individual responsible for supplying the contaminated alcohol.

The exact cause of the poisoning remains unclear, with analysis of the alcohol ongoing. While most of the surviving victims have recovered and left the hospital, some required transfer to the capital Tunis for further ................................................................................................................................................................................. Read more at https://afimag.com/four-dead-40-hospitalized-after-consuming-contaminated-alcohol/

Rafael Nadal Pulls Out Of Australian Open

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Rafael Nadal has confirmed that he will not participate in this month’s Australian Open as result of muscular injuries.

Nadal, who disclosed this on his verified social media handle, said it is another injury that kept him off the stage for about 365 days.

The 37-year-old returned January 2024 at the Brisbane International after a year out because of a hip flexor injury that required operation.

Nadal also published his victories against Dominic Thiem and Jason Kubler, the 22-time ..........................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/rafael-nadal-pulls-out-of-australian-open/

N’Delta: 233 Illegal Refineries Destroyed By Nigerian Military In 2023

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No fewer than 233 (Two hundred and thirty three) illegal Refineries were destroyed in Niger Delta region by the 6 Division, Nigerian Army in 2023.

The General Officer Commanding, 6 Division, Nigerian Army/Land Component Commander, Joint Task Force, South-South, Operation Delta Safe, Major General Jamal Abdussalam, made this known during the Division’s Combined West African Social Activities at the 29 Battalion Parade Ground, Port Harcourt Barracks on January 06, 2024

Abdussalam, while enumerating the achievements of the Division last year, said about 112 suspects were apprehended in connection to crude oil theft in the ....................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/ndelta-233-illegal-refineries-destroyed-by-nigerian-military-in-2023/

Two States Block Donald Trump From Presidential Ballot In 2024

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Maine’s top election official has ruled that Donald Trump cannot run for president next year in the state, citing a constitutional insurrection clause.

Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows said Mr Trump was not eligible because of his actions leading up to the US Capitol riot in 2021.

Maine now joins Colorado as the two states to ban Trump from the ballot.
The decisions increase pressure on the US Supreme Court to weigh in.

Colorado votes reliably Democratic, however Maine is.............................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/two-states-block-donald-trump-from-presidential-ballot-in-2024/

Nine Traffickers Allegedly Selling Children For N500,000 Arrested In Kano

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Nine traffickers who sell children at N500, 000 in Lagos, Anambra, Delta and other South-South States have been apprehended by men of Kano State Police Command.

Their arrest was perfected when the security operatives stormed a child trafficking syndicate that sold children from the state for between N400,000 and N500,000 in Lagos, Anambra and other states in the South.

The Police, also, rescued seven children from the nine-man syndicate. The children were aged between three and eight years. It was learned that they were stolen as ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/nine-traffickers-allegedly-selling-children-for-n500000-arrested-in-kano/

BREAKING: Portable Beats Charles Okocha In Celebrity Boxing Fight

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The Nigerian street-pop artist Habeeb Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has been declared winner of the celebrity boxing fight against Nollywood actor Charles Okocha.

The declaration was made after Portable over powered his rivalry at a fourth round in a contest that was held at the early hours of December 27, 2023.

The fight, which also saw the sanctioning by Heritage Boxing Entertainment, held at Landmark Beach in Victoria Island, Lagos State, commenced at...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/breaking-portable-beats-charles-okocha-in-celebrity-boxing-fight/

Tragedy: 25 Killed In Rivers Illegal Refinery Explosion

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At least 25 people have lost their lives in an explosion from an illegal crude oil tapping point located at Omoku, Ogba/Egebema/Ndoni Local Government Area, Rivers State.

The explosion took place recently; aftermath of the youths evaded a pipeline belonging to one of the multinational oil firms operating in the area to fetch oil with gallons and other items.

A source who gave his name as Patrick Ifeakanya explained that the 25 dead bodies were counted while others who sustained various degrees of injuries have been taken to the .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/25-killed-in-rivers-illegal-refinery-explosion/

Israel-Hamas War: Humanitarian Crisis Worsens In Gaza

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The humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip has been going down following several attacks by the Israel Defence Forces, IDF, in response to the October 07, 2023, attack on Israel by Hamas.

Israeli airstrikes, as gathered, have destroyed most of the territory‘s infrastructure and resulted in widespread hunger and homelessness. At least 19,000 people have been killed in Gaza since the start of Israel‘s military offensive. That‘s according to the Health Ministry run by Hamas, which has been recognised as a terrorist organisation by Germany, the United States, Israel, the European Union, and others.

Read Also: Tragedy: 25 Killed In Rivers Illegal Refinery Explosion

According to LEAD.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/israel-hamas-war-humanitarian-crisis-worsens-in-gaza/

Tragedy: 25 Killed In Rivers Illegal Refinery Explosion

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At least 25 people have lost their lives in an explosion from an illegal crude oil tapping point located at Omoku, Ogba/Egebema/Ndoni Local Government Area, Rivers State.

The explosion took place recently; aftermath of the youths evaded a pipeline belonging to one of the multinational oil firms operating in the area to fetch oil with gallons and other items.

A source who gave his name as Patrick Ifeakanya explained that the 25 dead bodies were counted while others who sust.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/25-killed-in-rivers-illegal-refinery-explosion/

Same-S3x-Couples: Abuja Catholic Archbishop Reacts To Media Reports

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The Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, has reacted to media reports portraying the Catholic Pope Francis, to have approved blessings for same-s3x couples, describing it as a falsehood.

Kaigama made the description in his sermon during the Christmas Mass he conducted at Our Lady Queen of Nigeria Catholic Pro-Cathedral in Abuja.

He described the viral media report as a mischievous disinformation, falsehood by the enemies calculated to expose ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... read more at https://afimag.com/same-s3x-couples-abuja-catholic-archbishop-reacts-to-media-reports/

Abbi Drug Kingpin, 70-Year-Old Woman, Son Arrested For Drug Trafficking

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, on December 18, 2023, in a joint operation with the military, raided have arrested a suspected drug kingpin, Chukwuma Eneriku at Okanaro Street, Abbi community, in Ndokwa West Local Government Area, Delta State, where bags of cannabis weighing 353kg were recovered.

The Agency also arrested a 70-year-old woman, Selifa Funke Cole and her son, Babajide Ayorinde Cole, over illegal drug deals.

They were arrested with 117.900kg of cannabis sativa after the operatives stormed their family house in Mushin, Lagos, Lagos State.

According to ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. read more at https://afimag.com/abbi-drug-kingpin-70-year-old-woman-son-arrested-for-drug-trafficking/

Delta Deputy Gov, Monday Onyeme Bags Awards Of Excellence

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The Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, on December 20, 2023, bagged the University of Calabar, UNICAL, Alumni Association, Asaba branch’s award of Excellence.

Also, the Chief of Staff to the Delta State Governor, Hon. Johnson Erijo received award of Excellence during the 2023 Dinner and Award Night of the association held at Asaba, the state capital.

The Chief of staff, who addressed the occasion on behalf of the Deputy Governor, said the award would trigger them to do more for their people.

Erijo, commended the leadership of .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Read more at https://afimag.com/delta-deputy-gov-monday-onyeme-bags-awards-of-excellence/

Same-s3x Couples Against God’s Law, Church Doctrines, Cultural Sensibilities Of The Nigerian People – CBCN Declares

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As against the new directive of Pope Francis to allow Catholic Priests bless same-s3x couples, the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, CBCN, has taken a different position, saying that same-s3x unions and their activities are against God’s law, and cultural sensibilities of Nigerians.

CBCN disclosed their decision in a statement signed its President, Archbishop of Owerri, Lucius Ugorji and Secretary, Donatus Ogun, Bishop of Uromi, on December 21, 2023, obtained by Africa Investigative Magazine.

Nigerian Bishops argued that ...............................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/same-s3x-couples-against-gods-law-church-doctrines-cultural-sensibilities-of-the-nigerian-people-cbcn-declares/#google_vignette

Man Kills Wife For Delaying Cup Of Tea

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A 52-year-old man in a remote village of Faljiagadh, Indian State of Uttar Pradesh, identified as Dharaveer, has killed his wife over delay in serving him with a cup of coffee.

Dharamveer, it was gathered, unleashed mayhem on his wife, Sundari for untimely delivery of his morning cup of tea at the early hours of December 19, 2023.

The suspected murderer rose from the bed a few minutes after his 50-year-old wife, who was almost ready to serve her furious husband with his request.

According to the police, the wo.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/man-kills-wife-for-delaying-cup-of-tea/

Breaking: Angola Announces Abdication From OPEC

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Angola government, on December 21, 2023, disclosed its decision to abdicate her membership from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, OPEC.

The country expressed its displeasure over OPEC’s administrative policies attributing it to the force behind her resignation.

The Oil Minister Diamantino Azevedo, stated that OPEC membership was no longer serving Angola’s best interests, but declined to elaborate further.

According to Leadership, Angola’s discontent with OPEC stems ....................................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/breaking-angola-announces-abdication-from-opec/

Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation Of 11 Supreme Court Justices

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President Ahmed Bola Tinubu has sought the confirmation of the appointment of 11 justices recommended for the Supreme Court by the national assembly.

His request was contained in a letter read by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, during December 20, 2023, plenary session.

The National Judicial Council, NJC, presided by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, had submitted the list of 11 nominees to President Tinubu, but before assuming their roles as Supreme Court justices, these nominees must undergo Senate clearance.

The proposed justices include Haruna ................................................................................................................................read more at https://afimag.com/tinubu-seeks-senate-confirmation-of-11-supreme-court-justices/

Israel Admits Killing Three Hostages In Gaza Operation

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The Israeli military, on December 15, 2023, said it had mistakenly killed three Israeli hostages during a ground operation in Gaza.

This was disclosed by the military’s chief spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, who admitted that Israeli troops mistakenly recognized the hostages as a threat and pulled the trigger on them.

He stated that it was not clear if the captives had escaped or had been abandoned. Their fatalities occurred in the Shijaiyah neighborhood of Gaza City, which has seen brutal fighting between Israel’s soldiers and Hamas terrorists.

It was learnt that an Israeli attack ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ read more at https://afimag.com/israel-admits-killing-three-hostages-in-gaza-operation/