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CDHR Criticizes SERAP’s Response to Court Ruling The Commission for the Defense of Human Rights (CDHR) has expressed strong disapproval of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) following its criticism of the recent Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court decision. This ruling mandated the payment of NOK 100 million in damages to two employees of the Department of State Services (DSS) who were defamed by NGOs. Court Ruling Includes Compensation and Apologies In addition to the NOK 100 million awarded for general damages, Justice Khalil Yusuf instructed SERAP to cover NOK 1 million in legal costs for the plaintiffs,…

Government Validates National Protocols for Animal Genetic Resources in Nigeria The Federal Government of Nigeria has endorsed a comprehensive set of national protocols aimed at improving the conservation, characterization, and monitoring of the country’s Animal Genetic Resources (AnGR). This confirmation was announced in a statement released by the Ministry of Animal Husbandry on Thursday. Improving Livestock Breeding and Policy Making The new protocols are anticipated to bolster livestock breeding practices, mitigate breed extinction, and facilitate informed, data-driven policy development. Stakeholders involved in Nigeria’s livestock sector have come together to validate these unified national protocols, which are designed to enhance the…

Market Experiences Decline Amid Regulatory Changes The stock market concluded the day in negative territory on Thursday, as investors faced a substantial loss of N1.92 trillion. This downturn was primarily attributed to declines in banking and cement stocks, reacting sharply to new regulatory guidelines introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) regarding overseas subsidiaries of banks. Capitalization Decrease Following Market Drop The market capitalization fell from N155.78 trillion to N153.858 trillion, marking a decrease of 1.23% or N1.922 trillion. The All Share Index (ASI) also mirrored this trend, declining by 1.23%, equivalent to 2,994.90 points, down from the previous…

Colorado Legislature Approves Bill to Sue Federal Immigration Officials The Colorado state legislature has approved a bill that would empower residents to take legal action against federal immigration officials in state courts for alleged violations of their constitutional rights. With the potential approval from Governor Jared Polis, this legislation aims to bolster the ability of individuals to challenge federal actions, particularly those involving the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Support for New Legal Avenues Advocates of Senate Bill 26-005 argue that it addresses significant gaps in the existing legal framework, which currently provides limited options for contesting the actions…

Trump’s Threat to Nigeria Raises Diplomatic Concerns U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments regarding military intervention in Nigeria have ignited a diplomatic controversy. In a post made on his social media platform, Truth Social, on November 1, Trump stated he would send the U.S. military to “wipe out Islamic terrorists” implicated in violence against Christians in the region. His statements elicited strong reactions from African nations, which expressed support for U.S. assistance in combating terrorism but emphasized the need to respect Nigeria’s territorial integrity. This exchange has reignited discussions around religious violence in Nigeria, U.S. foreign aid, and Trump’s return…

Latest news reveals that Dot.com Zambia’s initial public offering (IPO) was an astounding 114 times oversubscribed and concluded a week ahead of schedule on December 5. The secondary trading of the stock is anticipated to commence on December 17, following its successful offering. Technology firm Dot.com Zambia Ltd. is set to launch its IPO on November 27, aiming to close on December 12. This marks the first listing on the Lusaka Stock Exchange (LuSE) since 2020, as well as the inaugural offering on the LuSE Alternative Market (Alt-M) sector. The Alt-M was established in 2015 to facilitate the growth of…

Nigeria Boosts National Park Security with New Ranger Deployment Nigeria’s National Parks Authority, in collaboration with the Africa Nature Investors Foundation, has deployed 42 regional rangers to enhance security and protect biodiversity in Gashaka-Gumti National Park. This initiative comes as authorities confront ongoing threats from illegal mining, logging, and poaching in the area, which spans across Taraba and Adamawa states. Training and Community Involvement The newly appointed rangers, selected from local communities within Gashaka and Tungo local government areas, have undergone rigorous training in patrol operations, wildlife tracking, GPS technology, conservation strategies, and first-aid techniques. Officials unveiled this deployment during…

Federico Valverde Set to Miss Upcoming Clasico After InjuryReal Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde is anticipated to sit out this weekend’s highly awaited Clasico due to a head injury incurred in an altercation with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni, as reported by ESPN sources.This incident reportedly occurred during Thursday’s training session, just a day after Marca highlighted a previous altercation between the two players during practice on Wednesday.According to sources, Valverde sustained a cut during the confrontation with Tchouameni that necessitated stitches and a subsequent hospital visit.The La Liga club confirmed in a statement that “today, the medical services of Real Madrid conducted…

Court Strikes Down No-Bond Immigration Policy ATLANTA — An Atlanta-based appeals court has overturned a no-bond policy that the Trump administration had implemented for individuals in immigration proceedings. This decision further amplifies the ongoing division among federal appeals courts regarding whether individuals can remain in detention while their cases are still pending. Rulings Diverge Among Circuit Courts A three-judge panel from the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals issued a 2-1 decision this Wednesday. This ruling closely follows a similar consensus reached by the Second Circuit in April, while the Eighth and Fifth Circuits had previously upheld the policy, which has…

Settlement Reached in Long-Running Legal Dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni A federal judge has approved a settlement agreement between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni in an ongoing legal dispute. However, the saga surrounding “It Ends With Us” appears to continue. Michael Gottlieb, Lively’s lead attorney, stated in a letter filed in a Manhattan court that the parties have “fully and conclusively resolved all but one of the claims in the consolidated action.” This suggests that while progress has been made, additional issues remain to be addressed. According to a waiver included in the settlement documents, Lively is seeking…