Police Arrest 2 Bandits’ Informants In Katsina, Recover Rustled animals
THE Police Command in Katsina State, says it has succeeded in arresting two suspects for aiding and abetting banditry and...
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Gambia’s Parliament Rejects Bill to End FGM Ban
In a decisive move on Monday, Gambia’s parliament voted against a bill seeking to lift the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM). The bill had previously passed a second reading in March, with only five out of 53 lawmakers opposing it….
Gambia upholds FGM ban following intense debate
IN a significant move on Monday, Gambian lawmakers adopted recommendations to uphold the country’s ban on female genital mutilation (FGM). This decision comes ahead of a pivotal vote later this month that will determine whether to decriminalise the practice. FGM has been…
Former Gambian Minister Convicted In Swiss Court
IN a landmark verdict announced Wednesday, a Swiss Federal Criminal Court (FCC) convicted Ousman Sonko, a former Gambian minister, of egregious crimes against humanity dating back to the regime of Yahya Jammeh. Sonko was found guilty on multiple counts, including…
Gambian Lawmaker Advocates For Legalising Female Genital Mutilation
ALMANEH Gibba, a lawmaker in Gambia, has ignited a contentious debate by campaigning to overturn the country’s ban on female genital mutilation (FGM). Gibba’s initiative comes in response to the imposition of fines on individuals found guilty of practicing FGM,…
Gambian Lawmakers To Vote On Repealing FGM Ban
IN a crucial legislative session scheduled for Monday, Gambian lawmakers are poised to decide on a proposal that could overturn the country’s ban on female genital mutilation (FGM). This potential reversal has ignited fervent debates surrounding cultural traditions, human rights, and public…
Disturbing Video Shows Police Officer Stamping On Man’s Head At Manchester Airport In UK
THE officer, armed with a Taser, is seen kicking and stamping on the man's head twice, while fellow officers urge...
Man Arraigned for Allegedly Stealing N1.7m From church
A 69-year-old man, Charles Aremu, was on Thursday docked in an Iyaganku Magistrates’ court in Ibadan for allegedly stealing...
NDLEA Secures Conviction of 22 Drug Dealers in Kano
THE National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command, secured the conviction of 22 drug dealers in the state...