Court bars VIO from stopping, impounding, confiscating vehicles (Channels)
Justice Evelyn Maha of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order barring the Directorate of Road Traffic Services, also called the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO), from further stopping vehicles on the road, impounding or confiscating vehicles, and imposing fines on motorists.
In a judgement on Thursday, Justice Maha issued the order on a fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by a human rights activist and public interest attorney, Abubakar Marshal.
Also affected by the order are the Director of Road Transport; the Area Commander, Jabi, and the team leader, Jabi, and the Minister of the FCT, also listed as respondents. Read more
Lagos: Magodo Estate leadership accused of misappropriation of funds (Leadership)
The alleged mismanagement of funds by the leadership of Magodo Residents Association (MRA) has caused a disquiet in the estate located in the Shangisha area of Kosofe local government area of Lagos state.
Some residents of the estate have accused the MRA leadership, led by Sheriff Daramola, of misappropriation
MRA’s internal auditor, Lawson Adesokan, had raised the alarm about the alleged misappropriation in an internal memo. Read more
Tinubu’s $30b foreign direct investments claim not exaggerated, Presidency insists (Tribune)
Faced with criticism, the Presidency on Thursday insisted that the foreign direct investments worth $30 billion announced by President Bola Tinubu are not an exaggeration but a reality.
In an “explainer” that he provided, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, maintained that the investments are real and based on solid commitments from international and domestic investors.
In his October 1st Independence Day broadcast, President Tinubu announced that his administration had attracted over $30 billion in foreign direct investments (FDI) within its first 16 months. Read more
Assailants behead man, wife in Abia (Punch)
The Abia State Police Command has confirmed the beheading of an elderly man, Mr. Jacob Udo, and his wife, Mrs. Comfort Udo, in Bende Local Government Area of the state.
The state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka, confirmed this in a statement titled “Re: The Alleged Murder of a Couple in Bende,” on Thursday.
She said, “Yes, we received the report yesterday at Bende Divisional Headquarters. Read more
Independence: High diesel, petrol, electricity costs depleting household income —Rhodes Vivour (Vanguard)
Former governorship candidate of the Labour Party in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes Vivour, has said the policies of the President Bola Tinubu-led administration have wiped out household income in the state and the entire country, saying the government should target policies that increase productivity.
He also lamented that the cost of petrol is eating away at small businesses’ profits, urging the government to accelerate its CNG programme.
Rhodes Vivour, who said this in a statement made available to Vanguard, noted that current policies, marked by high diesel, petrol, and electricity costs, are negatively impacting the economy of Lagos. Read more
Ansar-Ud-Deen Society, Akoka Branch announces 21st anniversary, second merit award ceremonies (Independent)
Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria (ADS), Akoka Branch, on Tuesday, announced activities marking its 21st anniversary and second merit award ceremonies to be held at various strategic places within the branch locality and climaxed at the Jelili Omotola Multipurpose Hall A, of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka-Yaba, Lagos
Addressing an international press conference at the main auditorium of the branch headquarters, the Branch Chairman, Alhaji Alade Bashir Lawal lauded members of the branch for their painstaking commitment to the progress of the branch and the spread of Islam in the state.
Alhaji Lawal, represented by Alhaji Munirudeen Balogun, went down memory lane of the branch beginning that dates back to its humble beginnings as an offshoot of the Fadeyi Branch in 1997 that marked a sense of commitment, saying that modest achievements have been recorded as the branch looks forward to a future filled with promise and continued dedication to the propagation of Islam and service to humanity. Read more
Flood: Borno engages corps members for victims’ verification (DailyTrust)
The Borno State Flood Relief Distribution Committee has engaged 50 members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to expedite the ongoing verification process for flood relief distribution.
Training sessions have begun to familiarise the corps members with verification procedures and ensure their success in the assignment.
The Chairman of the committee, Engr Baba Bukar Gujbawu, while flagging off the training, emphasized the importance of commitment and dedication to the task at hand. Read more
Militants IED kills police officers in Anambra (Channels)
Two police operatives have been killed by an improvised explosive device detonated by unidentified gunmen in Uruagu, a community in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The Spokesman for the Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga who confirmed the incident, said it occurred in the early hours of Thursday while the officers were on investigation duties.
The attackers were said to have launched a surprise attack on the police officers, leading to a fierce gun battle. Read more
American Idol’ winner hosting new competition show after failed bid to replace Katy Perry (AmericanSongWriter)
Back in 2007, Jordin Sparks auditioned for season 6 of American Idol. Having watched singers like Kelly Clarkson gain stardom from winning the competition, Sparks appeared to follow in her footsteps as she dominated the competition and eventually won. Over the next 17 years, Sparks explored the music industry while releasing several studio albums. But now, the singer is tackling a new challenge as she decided to trade in the microphone for roller skates. Hosting the show Roller Jam, Sparks discussed what made her want to transition from singing to hosting.
Premiering October 10th on MAX, Roller Jam will follow skate crews as they battle it out for a cash prize of $150,000. Read more
At least 50 dead as boat capsizes on lake in eastern Congo (AfricaNews)
A boat carrying scores of passengers capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern Congo on Thursday, killing at least 50 people, witnesses told The Associated Press.
It was not immediately clear exactly how many people were on board or how many perished but witnesses said they saw rescue services recover at least 50 bodies from the water. They said 10 people survived and were taken to the local hospital.
The boat, overloaded with passengers, sank while trying to dock just meters (yards) away from the port of Kituku, the witnesses said. It was going from Minova in South Kivu province to Goma, in North Kivu province. Read more
GP ‘disguised himself as nurse to try and murder mum’s partner with fake Covid jab’ (Metro)
A GP disguised himself as a nurse and tried to kill his mum’s partner by injecting him with a fake coronavirus booster jab, a court has heard.
Thomas Kwan, 53, is accused of trying to murder Patrick O’Hara because he stood in the way of inheritance from his mum.
Patrick, 71, became seriously ill after the injection but he survived after having to undergo emergency surgery. Read more
Singapore Film Fest to honor Jafar Panahi, ‘‘Stranger Eyes’’ selected as opening film (Deadline)
Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi will receive an honorary award at the Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) this year.
The 35th edition of SGIFF will organize a special tribute and hold a dialogue session with Panahi, who will receive the festival’s highest honor, the Cinema Honorary Award. This also marks the first time that Panahi is attending SGIFF in-person after the lifting of his 14-year travel ban. Panahi’s films like The Circle, This Is Not A Film and Crimson Gold will be screened at the festival.
The festival’s Cinema Honorary Award was introduced in 2014 and has recognized filmmakers like Hong Kong’s Fruit Chan, Indonesia’s Garin Nugroho, Cambodia’s Rithy Panh, and Japan’s Takashi Miike. Read more
Poland’s government will toughen a ban on alcohol sales to those under 18 years old (ABC)
Poland’s government is introducing regulations that will toughen the ban on alcohol sale to those under 18 years old and prohibit the sale of alcohol at filling stations at night, the health minister said Thursday.
The regulations are in response to growing number of reports of road and other accidents involving people under the influence of alcohol.
Sale of alcohol to people under 18 is illegal in Poland and can lead to stiff fines or a month in detention. Vendors are currently authorized but not obliged to check the buyer’s documents for their age. The new regulations will oblige them to do that. Read more
Ex-Singapore minister Subramaniam Iswaran receives 1-year prison sentence for graft (UPI)
A former Singapore government minister was sentenced to a year in prison Thursday on corruption charges after pleading guilty to accepting gifts worth more than $300,000 including Formula 1 race and soccer match tickets, private jet travel and hotel accommodation.
The city state’s High Court handed down the jail term to 62-year-old former transport minister Subramaniam Iswaran for four counts of obtaining valuable items from two local businessmen and a single count of obstructing justice by accepting the gifts ranging from big overseas ticket sports and leisure items to a folding “Brompton” bicycle and alcohol.
Another 30 charges under the same section of the penal code were taken into consideration at Thursday’s sentencing hearing after Iswaran was convicted on September 24. Read more
Will Smith at centre of grim film set accusation made by Men In Black director (Mirror)
Will Smith at centre of grim film set accusation made by Men In Black director
Will Smith once caused a film set to be evacuated for three hours due to his farting, a director has claimed.
Barry Sonnenfeld directed Will in his hit 1997 action comedy Men In Black and has claimed that when they were working on the film Will had a bad case of flatulence which led to him having to close the set down for three hours. The director recalled how Smith and co-star Tommy Lee Jones were filming inside a transforming car that was “hermetically sealed” in a pod at the time. Read more
Solanke gets first England call-up In 7 years (CompleteSports)
Tottenham striker Dominic Solanke has been named in England’s squad for this month’s Nations League matches against Greece and Finland.
It is Solanke’s first call-up since he earned his only cap, which was a substitute appearance against Brazil in 2017 when he was a player Liverpool.
“Dom’s a player I’m fully aware of having worked with him in the past,” said England coach Lee Carsley. Read more
Eguavoen gives conditions for accepting full-time Super Eagles coaching job (Nation)
Super Eagles interim coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has outlined the conditions under which he might accept a full-time role.
Eguavoen, who is currently tasked with leading the team through the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Libya after securing four points in the first two matches, stated that he would consider a permanent position only if certain requirements are met.
He explained that these include a long-term contract, patience, and consistent support from the football association. Read more
Headingley to host unique cross-code rugby clash in Rob Burrow’s memory to raise funds for MND (SkySports)
Former England rugby union and rugby league stars will take part in a unique hybrid match at Headingley next month to raise funds to research and suppose those living with Motor Neurone Disease.
The idea for the Sunday November 17 showdown was devised by Rob Burrow and former Gloucester player Ed Slater, who was diagnosed with MND in 2022, before Burrow passed away at the age of 41 in June.
The ‘745 Game’ – named for the shirt numbers worn by Burrow, Slater and Scotland great Doddie Weir, who died in 2022 aged 52 – will be played under a series of cross-code rules specifically designed for the occasion. Read more
Kick it Out founder Lord Herman Ouseley dies at age of 79 (Independent)
Lord Herman Ouseley, the founder of what is now called Kick It Out, has died aged 79.
The anti-discrimination charity announced Lord Ouseley’s death on its official X account.
“We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Lord Herman Ouseley after a short illness,” Kick It Out’s statement read. Read more
Scotland beaten by Bangladesh in World Cup opener (BBC)
Scotland suffered a 16-run defeat by Bangladesh in their first ever outing at a Women’s T20 World Cup.
Set 120 to win on a slow pitch and in humid conditions in Sharjah, Scotland were stifled by Bangladesh’s variety of spin options and could only manage 103-7.
Opener Sarah Bryce kept her side in the game with 49 not out but struggled for support as the middle order stuttered under the pressure of a chase. Read more
Messi double helps Inter Miami edge Columbus 3-2 for MLS Supporters’ Shield (AlJazeera)
Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami beat the defending Major League Soccer (MLS) champions Columbus Crew 3-2 to clinch the Supporters’ Shield, given annually to the team with the best regular-season record.
The win on Wednesday gave Messi his 46th career trophy and Inter Miami a chance to secure a home venue advantage in the upcoming MLS playoffs.
It was Messi’s 46th major trophy for club or country, extending his record for the most by any men’s football player in history. And it is the second he has won with Inter Miami, after the Leagues Cup trophy the Herons claimed shortly after Messi joined the club in 2023. Read more