Author: Vardiafrica

Kenyan President William Ruto has promised an end to abductions, following the latest spate of disappearances that have been condemned by rights groups, lawyers and politicians. Security forces in the East African nation have been accused of carrying out dozens of illegal detentions since youth-led anti-government demonstrations in June and July. The latest disappearances have primarily involved young men who have criticised Ruto online, with rights groups dismissing police denials of involvement and calling for action. Speaking to a crowd Friday in Homa Bay, a town in western Kenya, Ruto promised an end to the abductions but also told parents…

The Nigerian Police Force has advised members of the public to report any misconduct by police officers to their superiors, the Heads of the Complaint Response Units (CRU) in their states or the Commissioner of Police in the state. A statement titled ‘PUBLIC NOTICE MISUSE OF NAME, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE’, signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi today, warned the public to exercise caution when approached by officers or individuals, claiming connections with the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun or any senior police officer for the purpose of exploitation. “The Nigeria Police Force…

Bayelsa and Rivers states have peacefully resolved the issues surrounding the disputed Doku oil wells.Speaking in Port Harcourt on Saturday during a Christmas visit to his Rivers counterpart, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri said he was delighted that under Fubara, both states have agreed to return to status quo, thus ending the dispute and withdrawing the case from court. An excited Senator DDiri, has expressed delight over the peaceful resolution of the Soku oil well dispute between Rivers and Bayelsa states. According to the Bayelsa governor, the peaceful relations between both states was necessary for their development…

The Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, Chris Najomo, has called for a meeting with airlines’ Chief Executive Officers, following the consistent flight delays and cancellations during this festive season Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, NCAA, Michael Achimugu disclosed this on his X handle on Thursday. He stated that Najomo is cutting short an important assignment to meet with all the CEOs of domestic airlines in Nigeria on Friday, adding that this is proof that the Authority cares. Achimugu recounted an experience he had while trying to catch his flight. “I walked into the scene this evening…

South Korean lawmakers impeached the acting president on Friday, as the country struggles to shake off political turmoil sparked by his predecessor’s martial law declaration that shocked the world. Han Duck-soo took over as acting president from President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was suspended following a parliamentary vote over his move to impose martial law on December 3. However, opposition MPs demanded Han, who is also prime minister, be removed from office as well, arguing that he had refused demands to complete Yoon’s impeachment process and to bring him to justice. “I announce that Prime Minister Han Duck-soo’s impeachment motion…

MultiChoice Nigeria says all DStv customers will have free access to all its channels from December 27 to 29, regardless of their current subscription package. According to NAN, MultiChoice announced the gesture in a statement on Thursday, stating that the offer is open to all DStv subscribers. “No Subscription, No Problem! Switch on your DStv decoder for a gift like no other this festive season, 72 hours of all content, all channels, all on us!,” the statement reads. “As we wind down the year and celebrate the holidays, DStv is happy to announce that we are making this December one…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Mrs Joy Enwa, the Accountant General of Delta State, in connection with the alleged misappropriation of N1.3 trillion linked to former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa. The EFCC is investigating funds reportedly diverted from the 13 percent derivation allocation intended for oil-producing states. Alongside Mrs Enwa, the anti-graft agency has questioned other officials, including a former Director of Finance and Administration and a senior Government House staff member. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the arrest, stating, “Mrs Enwa was detained for questioning over the ongoing investigation into the mismanagement of state funds under…

Many universities in the US have been advising their international students to return early amid concerns that President-elect Donald Trump may reinstate a travel ban on certain countries following his inauguration, according to a report. CNN said many major universities, including New York University (NYU), which hosts the largest number of foreign students, as well as Cornell University and the University of Southern California, have warned students about concerns regarding the coming Trump administration. Universities are urging international students, who are currently on winter break, to return to the US before the inauguration on Jan. 20, citing concerns that Trump…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the sum of ₦100,000 for civil servants, public servants, and pensioners in the state. The approval was communicated in a statement that was signed and released by the States Head of Service, George Nwaeke, on Tuesday. Dr. Nwaeke said the approval, which was given on Monday, is to enable the workers and senior citizens have a fulfilled Christmas celebration. This is the second time within the administration of Fubara that civil servants in the state will be receiving Christmas bonus, to the tune of one hundred thousand naira, an amount which is above…

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has initiated enforcement action against five airlines (two international and three domestic operators) for various violations of Part 19 of the NCAA regulations. The violations include the non-payment of refunds within the stipulated time frame, non-responsiveness to the NCAA’s directives, missing luggage, manhandled luggage, short-landed baggage, delayed and cancelled flights, amongst others. A spokesman for NCAA, Michael Achimugu, disclosed this to journalists at the corporate headquarters of the Authority in Abuja on Tuesday. He said that although airlines are not always responsible for flight disruptions, NCAA regulations stipulate actions that airlines must take during…