Bassirou Diomaye Faye, aged 44, has been inaugurated as the fifth President of Senegal, marking a historic moment in the country's political landscape. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Tuesday, April 2, at the newly designated town of Diamniadio, situated near the capital city of Dakar.  In a solemn declaration before dignitaries and African leaders, President Faye pledged his solemn oath to faithfully execute the duties of the presidency, in accordance with the Constitution and laws of Senegal. He vowed to safeguard the territorial integrity and independence of the nation while striving to promote African unity on the continental stage. The transition of power from outgoing President Macky Sall to President Faye signifies a momentous occasion in Senegal's democratic journey. The formal handover ceremony is scheduled to occur at the presidential palace in Dakar, symbolizing the peaceful transfer of authority from one administration to the next. President Bassirou Diomaye

A tragic incident unfolded in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, as Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Gbolahan Olugbemi reportedly took his own life. The 50-plus-year-old officer, attached to the Force Criminal Intelligence and Investigations Department (FCIID), was found lifeless in his apartment with a noose around his neck, suggesting suicide as the cause of death. Olugbemi, who had previously served as an aide to former Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala, had returned to Ogbomoso for the Easter celebration. However, he arrived alone, without any companions accompanying him. His body was discovered by individuals who were shocked by the grim sight. Having served as the Aide De Camp to the late Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala during his tenure from 2006 to 2007, Olugbemi had an illustrious career in law enforcement. Despite his notable achievements, including commendation for his handling of the ENDSARS protests in 2020, he had been grappling with depression for an extended period. Neighbors and acquaintan

 The Katsina State Police Command has confirmed the safe release of 28 children who were abducted from Kasai Village in the Batsari Local Government Area of Katsina State. The incident occurred on Monday, April 1, 2024, when suspected bandits launched a fresh attack in the area. Initial reports had indicated that 30 children were kidnapped during the raid, but the police later clarified that the actual number was 28. The abduction took place in the early hours of Monday, as the children ventured into the outskirts of their village in search of firewood for cooking. Batsari Local Government Area is one of several areas in Katsina State where banditry and other criminal activities have been rampant in recent times. According to residents, the assailants intercepted the children while they were gathering firewood and forcefully took them away. Confirming the release of the abducted children, ASP Abubakar Sadiq, the spokesman for the Katsina State Police Command, stated that the victims ha

List of Rusticated Students   The University of Ilorin has taken stringent measures to uphold academic integrity by expelling 19 final year students for their involvement in examination malpractice and other offenses. The decision, which underscores the university's commitment to maintaining high standards of academic excellence, was made following a thorough investigation into various cases of misconduct. According to reports from the university's disciplinary committee, the expelled students were found guilty of engaging in various forms of examination malpractice, including smuggling unauthorized materials into examination halls, collusion, and impersonation. Additionally, some of the students were implicated in cases of academic dishonesty and misconduct outside the examination setting. The disciplinary action taken by the university serves as a clear message that academic misconduct will not be tolerated, and perpetrators will face severe consequences for their actions. By

Iran has pledged to retaliate against Israel following an airstrike that resulted in the deaths of several of its senior commanders in Syria. Reports indicate that an Israeli warplane targeted the Iranian embassy in Damascus, resulting in casualties, including high-ranking members of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC). Among the casualties were Brigadier Generals Mohammad Reza Zahedi and Mohammad Hadi Haji Rahimi, both prominent figures within the IRGC. Zahedi, a senior commander with the Quds Force, and Rahimi, his deputy, were reportedly killed in the attack. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has issued a statement condemning the airstrike and vowing to take countermeasures against Israel. Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani affirmed Iran's right to retaliate and promised to decide on the appropriate response to the aggression. Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian also weighed in on the situation, warning that Israel's close ally, the United States, m

In a recent address to the press after a meeting with members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the party headquarters in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu shared insights into the government's plans for revolutionizing the power sector. Emphasizing the commitment of President Bola Tinubu's administration to effect significant changes, Adelabu articulated a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing the core issues plaguing the sector. According to Adelabu, the government is embarking on a holistic approach to tackle the multifaceted challenges across all segments of the power sector value chain. This includes addressing issues related to gas supply, power generation, transmission, distribution, and improving services for consumers. Adelabu expressed confidence that Nigerians would soon witness tangible improvements in the power supply, signaling a shift towards enhanced reliability, stability, and functionality. Acknowledging that progress might entail te

In a tragic turn of events, the Zamfara State Police Command has reported a harrowing incident in Buluku, on the outskirts of Gusau Local Government Area, where bandits attacked and killed a man identified as Ashiru Nagoma. The assailants also abducted his wife and neighbor, sending shockwaves through the community. Confirming the distressing news, ASP Yazid Abubakar, the spokesperson for the command, revealed that the late Nagoma bravely resisted the attack by the gunmen. However, his valiant efforts were met with tragedy as the bandits fatally wounded him and subsequently abducted his wife and neighbor. The incident comes shortly after a social media post by a Maiduguri-based security expert, Zagazola Makama, raised concerns about bandit activity in the area. Makama's post alleged that bandits had infiltrated Gusau town and abducted several worshippers during midnight prayers in a mosque. However, clarifying the situation, ASP Abubakar emphasized that the bandits' primary tar

A massive fire outbreak ravaged several shops at Owode Market in Offa, Kwara State, during the early hours of Tuesday. The devastating incident left shop owners distraught as they watched their properties consumed by flames. According to eyewitnesses, the fire likely originated from a cooking activity rather than an electrical fault. Despite efforts by bystanders to contain the blaze, it quickly spread, engulfing multiple shops in its path. Fortunately, personnel from the Federal Fire Service and Kwara State Fire Service arrived promptly and managed to extinguish the fire before it caused further damage. However, the inferno still managed to affect at least five shops, resulting in significant losses for the affected traders. Authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage caused by the fire, but initial reports suggest that the value of goods and properties destroyed is substantial. The exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and investigations by the fire servic

US Authorities Seek Forfeiture of $7 Million Apartment in Trump Tower which Allegedly Linked to Congolese President's Daughter in Corruption Probe The United States authorities have initiated legal proceedings to seize a $7 million apartment located in a Donald Trump-branded luxury tower in Manhattan. Prosecutors allege that the property, a unit in the Trump International Hotel & Tower, was acquired through illicit means by one of the children of Congolese President, Denis Sassou-Nguesso. The forfeiture complaint, filed in Manhattan federal court and obtained by The Daily Beast, targets unit 32G in the Trump International Hotel & Tower at 1 Central Park West, New York, NY 10023. According to the complaint, the apartment was purchased with funds traceable to violations of specified unlawful activities and U.S. law, including the misappropriation, theft, or embezzlement of hundreds of millions of dollars from the Congolese treasury. Denis Sassou-Nguesso, who has held power in