News at its Zenith
News at its Zenith
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Sepsis survivor calls for action A Nigerian sepsis survivor, Joyce Oluwole, has called on the Federal Government to prioritize addressing sepsis, a deadly condition that claims over 11 million lives annually. Sepsis, also known as septicemia or blood poisoning, occurs when the body’s immune system has an extreme response to an infection, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Supreme Court grants LG autonomy The Supreme Court declared on Thursday that it is unconstitutional for state governors to withhold funds allocated for local government administrations. The seven-man panel, led by Justice Emmanuel Agim, ruled that the 774 local government councils in Nigeria should manage their funds independently. The court emphasized […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Military uncovers attack plans The Defence Headquarters announced it has uncovered plans by criminal elements to target critical infrastructure in Nigeria. Measures have been put in place to thwart these attacks. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Thursday, Maj Gen Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, revealed that relevant agencies responsible […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Parole funding to decongest Delta prisons In an effort to address the overcrowding in Delta State correctional centres, stakeholders in Nigeria’s justice system have urgently called on the Delta State government to fund the parole system. This appeal was made on Monday in a communique released after a two-day workshop in Asaba, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Biden’s press conference gamble United States President Joe Biden is set to address the media on Thursday, following a poor debate performance against Donald Trump. This press conference, held at a NATO summit, comes at a crucial moment as Biden faces increasing pressure from within his Democratic party to reconsider his reelection […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Uruguay, Colombia Fans Clash Liverpool star Darwin Nunez and other Uruguay players were involved in a brawl with Colombian fans following their 1-0 Copa America semi-final defeat on Wednesday. The altercation occurred at Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium, with Nunez jumping into the spectator seating and unleashing punches at Colombian supporters. […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi LeBron, Curry lead USA victory LeBron James and Steph Curry made a winning start as USA teammates in an 86-72 victory over Canada in a pre-Olympics exhibition game in Las Vegas on Wednesday. The two NBA superstars are part of a formidable USA basketball roster that will be chasing a fifth consecutive […]
