Nigeria Bans Homosexuality, Crossdressing In Its Military
The Nigerian Armed Forces have introduced strict regulations banning military personnel from engaging in activities considered contrary to the ethics of the service. These include homosexuality, lesbianism, bestiality, cross-dressing, and other behaviours deemed inappropriate, according to the revised Harmonised Armed Forces Terms and Conditions of Service (HAFCTCS). The new directive, signed by President Bola Tinubu, also bars personnel from body piercing, tattooing, drunkenness, disorderly conduct, and other forms of public misconduct. Military personnel are also forbidden from entering into amorous relationships with subordinates or their spouses, prohibited from joining secret societies or political parties, banned from engaging in private businesses or misusing government property for personal gain, and also restricted from accepting gifts or favors from their subordinates. It noted that other key regulations include the obligation for personnel to fulfill financial obligations such as vehicle licensing and insurance on time. Failure to do so is considered a serious offence, as is the issuance of dud cheques. The revised document further warns that actions that bring discredit to the armed forces will not be tolerated, though it does not specify the disciplinary measures nor consequences for violations. READ ANOTHER STORY HERE: https://classic94.fm/saudi-arabia-prepares-for-another-hajj-of-extreme-heat/
Saudi Arabia Prepares for Another Hajj of ‘Extreme Heat’
The deaths of 1,300 pilgrims during last year’s hajj in Saudi Arabia highlight the urgent need for better heat mitigation and crowd management, analysts say. With Mecca’s temperatures reaching 51.8°C (125°F) during the pilgrimage, most fatalities were linked to heat, especially among pilgrims without official permits who lacked access to amenities like air-conditioned tents. Diplomats […]
Ex-IGP Mike Okiro Bows Out of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Presidential Race
Former Inspector General of Police Mike Okiro has withdrawn from the race to occupy the position of President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. Okiro made the announcement at a briefing in Enugu last night, citing the order of an Enugu State High Court barring him from contesting in the election for his withdrawal. Noting that though […]
Chad Begins Investigation into Foiled Attempt to Storm Presidential Compound
Chad’s capital N’Djamena remains calm, hours after armed men attacked the presidential palace, sparking a battle that killed 19 people. Government spokesman Abderaman Koulamallah said a 24-member commando, who seemed intoxicated and disorganised, were only armed with knives and machetes, and attacked the guards of the presidential palace before being swiftly stopped. Koulamallah, who is […]
FG Sets April Deadline for East-West Road Completion
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has set an April 2025 deadline for the completion of the ongoing dualisation of the East-West Road, Section II-II, from Ahoada to Kaiama in Rivers and Bayelsa States. Umahi in a statement yesterday in Abuja, following his inspection of the road project, also confirmed that the construction of multiple […]
President Tinubu Calls for Increase in Currency Swap Between China and Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has urged the Government of the People’s Republic of China to increase the $2 billion currency swap between Nigeria and China, to enhance trade between the two countries, speed up the infrastructural development in Nigeria and deepen the strategic bilateral relations. Receiving the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China, Wang Yi, at […]
West Ham Sack Julen Lopetegui After Just Six Months in Charge
West Ham has parted ways with its manager Julen Lopetegui, after just 22 games in charge, with former Chelsea boss Graham Potter expected to replace him The Hammers who face Aston Villa in the FA Cup third round on Friday, are 14th in the Premier League table, seven points above the relegation zone, after just […]
UK Extends Travel Entry Scheme to US, Canada, Australia
Visitors to the UK from dozens of countries, including the United States, Canada and Australia, must now pay to enter Britain after a new visa-waiver entry system took effect today Wednesday. The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme — similar to the ESTA system in the United States aimed at tightening border security, requires visitors who […]
France Rejects Claims of Collusion with Nigeria to Destabilize Niger
France has described as “groundless” the allegation by Niger that Nigeria had offered space in its territory to France in order to destabilise the former French colony. Political Counsellor to the Embassy of France in Nigeria, Bertrand de Seissan, who expressed this thought in an interview said the matter was never been discussed, nor even […]
FG Approves Increase in Tariff for Telecommunication Companies
The federal government has approved the demand for tariff hike by Nigerian telecommunication companies, which had sought the approval of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for a 100 percent tariff increase. Rising from a stakeholders’ meeting with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) yesterday in Abuja, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, however, said […]
