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Mohammed Lawal Uwais, a judge of impeccable integrity

By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu Lagos, June 15, 2025 – When he opened the All Nigerian Judges Conference in February 2003, then Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Mohammed Lawal Uwais, who died on 6 June 2025, six days short of his 89th birthday, lamented the fact that State Chief Judges in Nigeria “go begging for funds from their governors”; a practice pioneered by the military. It was part of a wider complaint about the historical legacies of judicial corrosion inherited from military rule. It also reflected the values of a man …

What to know about Trump’s new travel ban

Washington, June 5, 2025 – President Donald Trump on Wednesday resurrected a hallmark policy of his first term, announcing that citizens of 12 countries would be banned from visiting the United States and those from seven others would face restrictions. The ban takes effect Monday at 12:01 a.m., a cushion that may avoid the chaos that unfolded at airports nationwide when a similar measure took effect with virtually no notice in 2017. Trump, who signaled plans for a new ban upon taking office in January, appears to be on firmer …

Lagos inaugurates Digital Teaching Hub to improve teaching, learning

Lagos, June 5, 2025 – The Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Digital Teaching Hub to improve teaching and learning in public schools in the state. The hub was‎ developed in collaboration with WALURE, a tech-solution company. Jamiu Alli-Balogun, the state Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, said the hub was intended to improve teaching and learning outcomes in Lagos State public schools The commissioner, who conducted journalists round the facilities on Wednesday, said the hub supports both live-streamed and pre-recorded educational content. He said the hub was also accessible …

Oil steady after US stockpile build, Saudi Arabia price cuts

London, June 5, 2025 – Oil prices steadied on Thursday after falling more than 1% the previous day because of a build in U.S. gasoline and diesel inventories and cuts to Saudi Arabia’s July prices for Asia. Brent crude futures were up 15 cents, or 0.2%, at $65.01 a barrel by 0800 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained 11 cents, or 0.2%, to $62.96 a barrel. Oil prices closed around 1% lower on Wednesday after official data showed that U.S. gasoline and distillate stockpiles grew more than expected, reflecting …

Global energy investment set to hit record $3.3 trillion in 2025, IEA says

Paris, June 5, 2025 – A surge in clean energy spending is expected to drive a record $3.3 trillion (2.89 trillion euros) in global energy investment in 2025, despite economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Thursday. Clean energy technologies, including renewables, nuclear, and energy storage, are set to attract $2.2 trillion in investment, twice the amount expected for fossil fuels, the IEA said in its annual World Energy Investment report. “The fast-evolving economic and trade picture means that some investors are adopting a wait-and-see …

Saudi Arabia cuts price of its main crude after OPEC+ increase output

Riyadh, June 5, 2025 – Saudi Aramco cut the price of its main oil grade to buyers in Asia, after OPEC+ continued with its outsized output increases for a third month. The Saudis led the producer group over the weekend in agreeing to raise production by 411,000 barrels a day in July, a third straight month of outsized hikes. In tandem with US President Donald Trump’s trade war, the supply increases have helped drive benchmark oil prices about 12% lower in London since early April. State producer Aramco will cut …

Tinubu approves N2bn for reconstruction of homes destroyed by Mokwa flood

Mokwa, June 5, 2025 – President Bola Tinubu has approved N2 billion for the reconstruction of homes destroyed by flood in Mokwa, Niger State. Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed this on Wednesday during a visit the affected communities. He said the federal government was also donating 20 truck-loads of food items for the victims. Shettima said the federal government was concerned about their plight and was working to assuage their pains, especially on drainage matters. “The president specifically instructed me to come to Mokwa to commiserate with the people over …

Woof Studios makes history at Cannes Lions 2025 CANNES 

France, June 3, 2025 – Woof Studios Africa, a leading Creator Service Provider (CSP), will host a featured session at the LIONS Creators Forum during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2025. Titled “Cracking the Code with Africa’s Creators,” the session is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, from 10:45 AM to 11:30 AM at the Creators Rooftop on the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes. This marks the first time an African-led creator delegation will speak at the LIONS Creators Forum.  This historic moment signals a new chapter …

Consider national interest in reporting security challenges, IMPI chair urges media

Abuja, June 3, 2025 – Dr Omoniyi Akinsiju, the Chairman of the Independent Media and Policy Initiative IMPI, wants the Nigerian media to be more circumspect in reporting the security situation in the country. This, according to him, is because more attention is paid to challenges in the war against banditry and terrorism than the gallant efforts being made by the security agencies and government to stem the tide. Akinsiju gave the advice while delivering a paper titled ‘Importance of the Media in Information Gathering and Disclosure in the Face …

US pushes countries for best offers as tariff deadline looms

Washington, June 3, 2025 – The Trump administration wants countries to provide their best offer on trade negotiations by Wednesday as officials seek to accelerate talks with multiple partners ahead of a self-imposed deadline in just five weeks, according to a draft letter to negotiating partners seen by Reuters. The draft, from the office of the United States Trade Representative, provides a window into how President Donald Trump plans to bring to a close unwieldy negotiation with dozens of countries that kicked off on April 9 when he paused his “Liberation Days” …