THE intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity in Nigeria’s judiciary system has the potential to revolutionise the legal landscape, enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accountability. By leveraging AI tools and robust cybersecurity measures, Nigeria can address longstanding challenges such as corruption and inefficiency within the legal system. This transformative integration …

BRITAIN’s King Charles III is to return public royal duties after the positive effect of his cancer treatment. Charles has been receiving care as an outpatient since early February and the announcement will be a boost for the monarchy as it comes to terms with king and the Princess Kate …

THE European Union is releasing another €68 million ($72.7 million) in humanitarian aid for Palestinians affected by the ongoing war in Gaza, the European Commission said in Brussels on Friday. “In light of the continued deterioration of the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the steady rise of needs on …

NIGERIA has announced its intention to establish a $10bn diaspora investment fund, aiming to leverage remittances for domestic investments across various sectors, according to a tender document unveiled by the country’s industry and trade ministry. The proposed fund aims to consolidate the billions of dollars remitted monthly by Nigerian citizens abroad, channelling …

BURKINA Faso authorities announced late Thursday the suspension of radio broadcasts from BBC Africa and the US-funded Voice of America (VOA) for two weeks, citing their coverage of a Human Rights Watch (HRW) report alleging military atrocities. The decision has ignited controversy, prompting calls for investigations into the reported extrajudicial killings. In the HRW report, the …

UK’S Policing Minister Chris Philp found himself at the centre of criticism following an apparent confusion between Rwanda and Congo during Thursday’s edition of the BBC political programme, Question Time. The incident unfolded during a discussion about a contentious Rwanda bill, drawing sharp reactions from both the audience and fellow panellists. The moment of confusion …

RWANDA’S government announced on Friday its commitment to accepting migrants from Britain amidst ongoing criticism surrounding a contentious deportation plan. The decision follows recent legislation passed in the UK parliament to facilitate the deportation of asylum seekers, raising concerns among human rights advocates and international observers. ‘We are capable of receiving them,’ …

THE American International School of Abuja (AISA) has reached out to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), asking the agency to provide “authentic banking details” for the refund of fees paid for the children of the immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. Bello is alleged to have made …

THE Ologere of Ogere, Oba James Obafemi Saliu, has donated a Toyota Sienna bus to the Ogere Police Divisional Headquarters to boost their anti-crime operations in and around the Ogere community. The donation was part of the week-long activities to mark the one year anniversary of the royal father on …

A United Kingdom-based Nigerian man, Olubunmi Abodunde, has beaten his wife, Taiwo, to death with their son’s skateboard, Daily Mail reports. The couple, who had three children, arrived in the UK from Nigeria in 2022 and always clashed over alleged affairs and arguments about bills. According to Daily Mail, 48-year-old …