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The UK Met Office has issued warnings for snow across 27 regions in England, spanning Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The forecast highlights the potential for wintry weather as temperatures drop and travel disruptions loom. A Weekend of Snowy Conditions The Met Office predicts significant snowfall across northern and central parts of England, with warnings for icy roads, reduced visibility, and possible delays in transportation. This weather pattern is attributed to a cold front sweeping across the country, bringing moisture and freezing temperatures that could lead to snow accumulation in affected areas. Areas Expected to Experience Snow The 27 regions forecasted to see snow include: 1. Greater Manchester 2. Cumbria 3. Lancashire 4. Yorkshire and the Humber 5. Derbyshire 6. Nottinghamshire 7. Staffordshire 8. Lincolnshire 9. Leicestershire 10. Warwickshire 11. Worcestershire 12. Gloucestershire 13. Shropshire 14. Cheshire 15. West Midlands 16. South Yorkshire 17. North York...

In response to escalating tensions and potential security threats, Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has directed the closure of schools in the Nnewi area for a week. The directive comes ahead of the burial of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, scheduled for Friday in Umuanuka village, Otolo Nnewi. Rising Concerns Over Violence The precautionary measure follows threats from non-state actors who warned of disruptions if certain unresolved issues surrounding the burial were not addressed. The situation worsened on Wednesday night when gunmen attacked Nnewi, resulting in multiple deaths and the torching of a vehicle. The attack, which occurred around 7:30 p.m., left residents in panic, with many fleeing their homes. Official Notice to Schools and Parents The Anambra State government issued a circular on Thursday, instructing all schools in the Nnewi zone to shut down until Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Parents were also urged to keep their children at home to ensure the...

Finnish authorities have detained Simon Ekpa, a Finnish-Nigerian separatist leader, along with four others on terrorism-related charges, including incitement to violence and the financing of terrorism. The arrests were part of an extensive investigation by the Finnish Central Criminal Police. Charges and Allegations Ekpa, who has been vocal about his support for separatist activities in Nigeria’s South-East region, was remanded by the Päijät-Häme District Court. He faces charges of public incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent, according to Finnish news outlet Yle. The police allege that Ekpa used social media platforms to promote and coordinate violent activities targeting civilians and authorities in Nigeria. Detective Chief Inspector Otto Hiltunen, who leads the investigation, stated, “The man has carried out this activity, among other things, on his social media channels.” Other Suspects and Terrorism Financing The Finnish police revealed that th...

Sacked UNIZIK Vice-Chancellor Responds to Presidency: “I Can’t Be Removed by Press Statement” The recently dismissed Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Anambra State, Professor Bernard Odoh, has contested the process of his removal, describing it as procedurally flawed. Odoh emphasized that his dismissal lacked due process and asserted that only the university’s governing council could lawfully recommend his removal after a proper investigation. Controversial Dismissal and Alleged Irregularities Odoh’s remarks come after the Federal Government terminated his appointment, along with the dissolution of the university’s governing council. According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, the dismissal was due to an “illegal” appointment process. The statement claimed that the university’s governing council bypassed established procedures, leading to Odoh’s controversial appointment. It further n...

The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) disbursed a total of N1.411 trillion to federal, state, and local governments, as well as other stakeholders, for October 2024. This figure represents a significant reduction from the gross revenue of N2.668 trillion generated during the same period. According to a communique from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), the distribution occurred during the November 2024 FAAC meeting in Bauchi State. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein, the Accountant General of the Federation, following the 2024 National Council on Finance and Economic Development (NACOFED) hosted by the Bauchi State government. Revenue Breakdown The N1.411 trillion total distributable revenue consisted of: Statutory revenue: N206.319 billion Value Added Tax (VAT): N622.312 billion Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL): N17.111 billion Exchange Difference revenue: N566 billion From the gross revenue of N2.668 trillion, the cost of co...

A shocking fraud case involving former Senator Andy Uba, his daughter, and associates has come to light as sources reveal how they allegedly swindled ex-lawmaker Doris Uboh of N400 million. The group reportedly promised Uboh the position of Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) through then-First Lady Aisha Buhari, according to Sahara Reporters. The case, currently before the Federal High Court in Abuja, was initiated after a petition to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. Court documents filed by Abdulrashid Sidi on October 10, 2024, accuse Uba, his daughter Crystal Uba, and Benjamin Etu of conspiracy and fraud. Another accomplice, Hajiya Fatima, who is allegedly close to Aisha Buhari, remains at large. In 2022, Uba and his associates reportedly assured Doris Uboh that they could secure her appointment as NDDC MD for a fee of N400 million. Sources disclosed that Uboh transferred the money through a bureau de change (BDC) as...

The Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has set January 21, 2025, as the date to rule on a suit filed by Labour Party candidates and pro-Fubara lawmakers against the Rivers State House of Assembly and 27 legislators led by Martin Amaewhule. The lawmakers named in the suit include Victor Oko-Jumbo, Sokari Goodboy, and Adolphus Timothy. The plaintiffs, Labour Party representatives, are challenging the alleged defection of the 27 lawmakers from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). They argue that such defections violate constitutional provisions and demand that the defectors vacate their seats to allow the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct bye-elections. During the resumed hearing on Wednesday, both parties confirmed the exchange of pleadings and evidence before presenting their arguments on preliminary legal issues. Justice Emmanuel Obele, who presided over the case, announced an adjournment to rule on these prel...