Outgoing US President Joe Biden has commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 criminals and pardoned 39 others convicted of non-violent crimes, in what the White House called the largest single-day act of clemency in US history.   The White House said the nearly 1,500 people granted commuted sentences — “the most ever in a single day” — …

The Sokoto State Command has arrested a fake military officer who leads a notorious car theft syndicate operating in Nigeria and neighbouring countries.    The suspect, Austin Anthony, who was on a high watch list of the command, was arrested along Birnin-Kebbi road and was intercepted by the Police patrol team of the Bodinga Division.   Briefing newsmen at the …

The ECB has cut rates by 0.25% to 3%, citing progress toward its 2% inflation target and warning of downside growth risks. Lagarde noted signs of slowing momentum and weak investment. A larger cut was debated, but consensus formed around 25 basis points. Policy remains data-driven. ADVERTISEMENT The European Central Bank (ECB) cut its key interest rates by 25 basis …

The Senate has ordered an investigation into the recent demolitions in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).    The motion, which was moved by Senator Ireti Kingibe of the FCT Senatorial District, expressed concern over the illegal demolition of structures in the nation’s capital and called for an immediate stop to further demolitions.   The committee will also invite the FCT …

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Jabi, Abuja, on Wednesday, Dec. 11, sentenced one Praise Igbo Humphrey, also known as Jessica Allen, to one year in prison for defrauding an American.  The conviction followed a one-count charge brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), including internet fraud, criminal impersonation, obtaining money under false pretences, …

Late Alaafin of Oyo’s wife, Queen Dami has ended her relationship with controversial singer Portable after he publicly disgraced her for going live on Tik Tok at midnight.  The singer had questioned her in a viral video, asking if she was a housewife or a prostitute”  In a post shared on her Instagram story, Dami said could no longer endure the embarrassment.  Alhamdulilahi. …

A teenage football prodigy related to a former Liverpool star has d!ed on the pitch after collapsing mid-game.  Kaylen Dennis, 17, was playing for Walthamstow Football Club on Wednesday, Dec. 11, when he d!ed suddenly in the middle of the match.  The youngster, who was cousins with Sheffield United player Rhian Brewster, was described by coaches as an “incredible talent”.  In a statement, …

Burna Boy might have a new single on the way. Following a busy 2024, Burna Boy is gearing up to close the year with a bang with the release of a new single that will soundtrack the Detty December festivities. In a new update on The Outsiders Instagram channel, Burna Boy hinted at the release of the new single with …

Chatbot platform Character.ai is overhauling the way it works for teenagers, promising it will become a “safe” space with added controls for parents. The site is facing two lawsuits in the US – one over the death of a teenager – and has been branded a “clear and present danger” to young people. It says safety will now be “infused” …

Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued four kidnap victims from a hideout in Ugbolu forest in Oshimili Local Government Area of Delta State.      Major Emmanuel Onoja, Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, who disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, said the victims had been held captive in the forest for several days, with …