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The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered MTN Nigeria Communications Limited to pay ₦15 million in damages for violating a customer’s privacy through unsolicited messages and caller tunes. This ruling came after public interest lawyer Ezugwu Anene appealed, arguing that MTN’s actions infringed on his right to privacy and disrupted his use of airtime. Justice Okon Abang, delivering the judgment, described MTN’s unsolicited services as a breach of Anene’s rights, stressing that telecommunications providers must respect customers’ preferences and avoid imposing unwanted services. The court found that the sending of unsolicited text messages violated subscribers’ rights under Section 37…

A massive fire erupted, in the early hours of Saturday, December 21 2024 at the Araromi Spare Parts Market in Ìbàdàn, Oyo State. The blaze, which started around 2 a.m., has caused extensive damage, destroying properties worth millions of naira. Firefighters are currently working tirelessly to bring the fire under control. The General Manager of Oyo State Fire Services, Akinyemi Akinyinka, confirmed the incident and called on water tanker owners to assist in dousing the flames. The cause of the fire is still unknown, but initial speculations suggest it might have started from unattended burning refuse. Get instant and latest…

American rapper Dominique Armani Jones, better known as Lil Baby, candidly expressed his views on marriage and relationships. The 30-year-old artist made it clear that he has no plans to legally marry anyone. Instead, Lil Baby prefers to be in committed relationships and live with his partner without formalizing the union through legal means. “Prenuptial doesn’t mean that you can marry a woman and she won’t get anything after divorce. There are ways for her to get something regardless,” he said. “I will give a girl a $10M ring, a $10M wedding, but no paperwork [legal marriage]. “I would vow…

The Federal Government has earmarked ₦27 billion for the entitlements of former Presidents, Vice-Presidents, Heads of State, Chiefs of Staff, retired Heads of Service, and professors in the 2025 budget. Beneficiaries include former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari, as well as ex-Vice-Presidents Atiku Abubakar, Namadi Sambo, and Prof. Yemi Osinbajo. Former military leaders like Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd.), Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), and retired military President Ibrahim Babangida, along with retired Chief of General Staff Commodore Ebitu Ukiwe, will also receive benefits. President Bola Tinubu presented the ₦49.70 trillion budget to the National Assembly, naming it the “Budget…

Former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has been released from Kuje Custodial Centre after fulfilling the bail conditions set by the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja. The bail amount was ₦500 million, and Bello was required to provide three sureties with property in high-value areas of Abuja, such as Maitama, Guzape, or Asokoro. Additionally, Bello had to surrender his passport and is restricted from traveling outside Nigeria without prior permission. The spokesperson for the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), FCT Command, Adamu Duza, confirmed Bello’s release on Friday evening. The Controller of NCoS FCT, Ajibogun Olatubosun, oversaw…

Human rights lawyer and author Dele Farotimi has been granted bail in the amount of ₦30 million by a Magistrate Court in Ekiti State. The court session, which took place on Friday, addressed charges of alleged defamation brought against Farotimi. The charges stem from a petition by Chief Afe Babalola (SAN), asserting that Farotimi made defamatory remarks in his book, “Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System.” The court, filled with a heightened security presence, saw Farotimi’s bail application approved amidst the heavy police and security agency activity. The case, labeled as suit number MAD/1,476.C/2024, lists the Ekiti State Commissioner of…

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially announced the rescheduling of the 22nd National Sports Festival. Originally planned for January 12 to 26, 2025, in Ogun State, the event will now take place from May 16 to 30, 2025. This decision was reached following a joint technical meeting held in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State. Bukola Olopade, the Director-General of the NSC, stated that the postponement will provide additional time for the newly established NSC to settle in and establish a sustainable sports economy. It also allows for the implementation of various recommendations made during the meeting. In addition,…

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has directed an immediate investigation into the tragic stampede that occurred at the Ìbàdàn Carnival funfair. The incident, which took place during the festivities, resulted in several casualties and injuries. The President expressed his condolences to the families affected and emphasized the need for a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the stampede and prevent future occurrences. He has instructed relevant authorities to provide support to the victims and their families and ensure that those responsible are held accountable. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The Federal Government has announced a significant reduction in interstate transport fares by 50% to assist Nigerians traveling during the Christmas and New Year holidays. This initiative, led by President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR, aims to alleviate travel expenses and make it easier for people to reunite with their loved ones. The Director of Press and Public Relations, Ministry of Transportation, Olujimi Oyetomi, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. “To commence the 2024 Yuletide road transportation, passengers will board buses to their destinations for only 50% of fares, as declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” the statement…

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has revoked land titles belonging to several prominent Nigerians, including former President Muhammadu Buhari, former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Walter Onnoghen, and the current Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume. This action affects 762 land plots in the Maitama 1 District of Abuja due to unpaid Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-O) fees. Additionally, 614 landholders have been given a two-week ultimatum to settle their outstanding Rights of Occupancy (R-of-O) fees or face similar revocations. This enforcement is based on Section 28 of the Land Use Act…