The Nigerian Bar Association has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Abia state government concerning the ongoing strike by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN). Abia state officials, however, claim the strike is nearing resolution and have criticized the NBA's position.
North Macedonia has published a catalog of gifts received by state officials for 2025, aiming to provide public insight and strengthen trust in institutional operations.
State officials in Michigan have reported that five bald eagles found dead did not die from natural causes, prompting an investigation into the suspicious circumstances of their deaths.
Czech politician Filip Turek has drawn criticism and calls for an apology from trade unions after he referred to state officials as "parasites." This controversy is reportedly becoming an increasing p
The Cyprus Union of Journalists has voiced concern over a growing trend of government and state officials in Cyprus refusing to answer questions from the press.
Marek Domagalski discusses the controversial role of notaries in administering oaths in Poland, questioning their authority to substitute key state officials.
Lagos State officials have celebrated retired Permanent Secretary Gbolahan Oki for his 26 years of service and transformative contributions to urban renewal.
An article detailing the decline of Iran, then known as Persia, in the early 20th century, highlighting the extent of its collapse where state officials were paid in bricks from demolished public buildings.
Estonia's Internal Security Service (ISS/KAPO) has proposed that state officials should observe a 'cooling-off period' after leaving public office before transitioning to the private sector. This measure is intended to mitigate the risk of corruption.
The Israeli private intelligence firm Black Cube has confirmed its involvement in a secret operation targeting state officials and private interest groups in Cyprus, stating its aim was to expose corruption.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has filed a complaint against investors and state officials accused of colluding to encroach on over 3,000 rai of rainforest in Ranong.
Three individuals, two men aged 23 and 25 and a 49-year-old woman, were arrested in Bălți, Moldova, on suspicion of operating an organized criminal group that defrauded a woman of 500,000 lei by impersonating state institution representatives.
In the verdict for the Huruma building collapse, the owner has been jailed for the deaths of 52 people, while state officials involved in the case were acquitted by the court. The ruling concludes a long-standing legal battle.
California has enacted a new law prohibiting state officials from using confidential information to place bets on predictive markets, according to Reuters.
California has enacted a ban preventing state officials from using inside knowledge to place bets on prediction markets, aiming to prevent conflicts of interest.
India's Election Commission met with top officials from poll-bound states and their neighbors to enhance election preparedness, with a primary focus on strengthening border security to prevent illegal activities like cash and liquor distribution.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, a gubernatorial candidate, seized over 650,000 ballots for a fraud probe, prompting concerns from election officials who deem his investigation baseless.
DirecTV and eight state attorneys general have filed antitrust lawsuits to block the proposed $6.2 billion merger between Nexstar and Tegna, citing concerns over pay-TV prices and jobs, with state officials calling the merger illegal, even after President Donald Trump endorsed it in February.
Latvian State Police, in a criminal case initiated by the European Public Prosecutor's Office, have arrested 21 individuals, including state officials, on suspicion of involvement in a €1.5 million IT procurement fraud scheme.
State officials in New Mexico are reportedly conducting the first known thorough search of Jeffrey Epstein's infamous Zorro Ranch ... years after an anonymous tip alleged there were bodies buried on the property. According to The New York Times,…
Pro-regime tabloids and state officials in Serbia have attacked artist Slavoljub Blagojević over a satirical puppet of President Vučić displayed at a protest in Niš, with Blagojević expecting arrest.
While Jeffrey Epstein's island and jet have been a point of fascination for years, his New Mexico mansion has gotten less scrutiny, until now ... state officials have renewed interest in the ranch, which is rumored to have dead bodies buried on…
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has deputed 530 judicial officers to complete the Special Summary Revision (SIR) process in West Bengal, following a meeting between the Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court and top State officials.
Albanian Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Elisa Spiropali, will conduct an official visit to Kosovo, meeting with President Vjosa Osmani, Prime Minister Albin Kurti, and other state officials.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has launched a discrimination investigation into a Muslim development in Texas, which includes homes and a mosque, following attacks from Republican state officials.
Anambra State officials have lauded the new 12.7-hectare Solution Fun City amusement and water park, anticipating it will significantly boost tourism and economic growth.
Global oil prices surged to their highest levels since 2022, nearing $125 a barrel, amid reports that the US is considering new military scenarios and a potential multi-month blockade of Iranian ports.
Lagos State conducted its monthly sanitation exercise, during which a task force arrested 50 suspected miscreants for infractions. State officials affirmed the lawfulness of the exercise and praised residents for their compliance.
Cross River State officials have vehemently denied media reports claiming a new COVID-19 case involving a Chinese national within the state. This denial comes as Nigerian lawmakers considered probing the initial unconfirmed report.
The government has frozen 163 unauthorized non-Muslim religious sites in Kuala Lumpur and introduced a structured plan to address the issue. Meanwhile, Selangor state officials are advocating for "win-win" solutions regarding non-Muslim religious sites within their jurisdiction.
The Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) has provided N60 million in support to Lagos orphanages, donating household items and funds to 11 homes.
DOJ official Harmeet K. Dhillon has requested ballots from the Detroit area to investigate election law compliance, a move that Democratic state officials have labeled as baseless.
The House institutions committee in Cyprus has unanimously accepted a bill referred by President Nikos Christodoulides, which aims to regulate the employment of former state officials and employees in the private sector.
Serbian state officials have announced plans to purchase 25 flying taxis, each costing five million dollars, a decision discussed in the context of the fate of small settlements in Serbia.
Black Cube, an Israeli private intelligence firm, has confirmed its involvement in a sting operation in Cyprus aimed at exposing corruption among state officials and private interests.
The President of Montenegro's Administrative Board, Nedović, commented on how private media outlets are reporting on the salary increases for members of parliament and state officials.
President Ruto has received the resignations of top Petroleum PS, KPC, and EPRA bosses in Kenya. This follows a fuel scandal probe that has led to arrests and exposed corruption within the energy sector, with some officials reportedly hoarding large sums of cash.
India's Supreme Court expressed grave concern over an attack on judicial officers in West Bengal's Malda, citing a breakdown in law and order, and has issued show-cause notices to top state officials while ordering central forces for officer protection.
Two students in Novi Pazar, Serbia, are suspected of preparing to murder state officials, with the criminal complaint based on a secretly recorded conversation; NGOs suggest this is a continuation of authorities' crackdown on political opponents.
Republican sheriff Chad Bianco in California has confiscated additional ballot materials, continuing a baseless voter fraud investigation in defiance of state officials.
Following Wednesday's drone incursions into Estonian airspace, state officials have stressed that emergency threat notification alerts must always be taken seriously. A former commander of the EDF, Martin Herem, added that a drone strike similar to the one on the Auvere power plant chimney would be extremely difficult to repel in peacetime due to high costs.
High-ranking state officials and loyalists have highlighted sufficient reserves in Serbia, contrasting with fuel shortages and economic concerns observed across Europe, suggesting a period of global instability.
At least six people were injured after a floor reportedly collapsed at a wedding venue in Tamworth, New Hampshire, prompting an investigation by fire departments and state officials.
Latvia's Saeima has approved amendments to the Criminal Law, equating attacks on emergency medical service (EMS) workers performing their duties with attacks on state officials, which will result in harsher penalties.
The Institute Alternative (IA) warned that the legal framework for parliamentary investigations remains unchanged, potentially allowing earlier state officials to avoid accountability, and reiterated its 2012 proposal for stronger legal provisions.
Cypriot MPs questioned state officials regarding the delayed LNG import terminal project at Vasiliko, revealing that the non-completion costs taxpayers approximately €350 million per year in greenhouse gas emissions allowances.
Economists and state officials in Cyprus are warning that the duration of the war between US-led forces and Iran will be the decisive factor in the island’s economic stability, as energy prices…
Minnesota is suing the Trump administration for withholding $243 million in Medicaid payments, with state officials claiming it's 'political punishment' while the administration cites widespread fraud.
Heinous allegations have prompted state officials to restart an inquiry, which went cold in 2019, into the convicted sex offender’s lesser-known property.
Convicted California child molester David Funston was arrested on new charges just before his scheduled parole release this week, state officials confirmed.
Akel MP Aristos Damianos has submitted a bill in Cyprus to exempt patients and people with disabilities from the requirement to register as lobbyists when meeting with state officials, as confirmed by the chairman of the House legal committee, Demetris Demetriou.
The Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) has invested ₦234 million in 48 Lagos schools, providing renovations and materials to boost inclusive education for special needs students.
Plateau State officials announced the recovery of 60 diverted public assets, as disclosed by the chairperson of the Task Force on Recovery of Government Properties.
Camp Mystic in Texas faces the possibility of not receiving a license to reopen after state officials found it non-compliant with safety requirements following catastrophic flooding last year.
Mexican official Sheinbaum has attributed blame to state officials following new evidence that revealed the CIA's involvement in multiple security operations in Chihuahua this year. The revelation has sparked controversy regarding foreign agency participation in domestic security.
The US Navy Secretary was ousted from his position effective immediately, following reports of internal conflicts and disagreements with senior Pentagon officials.
The Trump Justice Department is clashing with Michigan officials over a demand for 865,000 ballots from Wayne County, with state officials calling the request baseless and politically motivated.
An 82-year-old Virginia senator raising the stakes, an Indiana consensus builder and a Texas enforcer are among state officials who have shaped the course of the midterm redistricting race.
The US Senate voted down measures seeking to block arms sales to Israel and to rein in President Trump's war powers regarding Iran, with most Democrats supporting the efforts to halt the arms sales.
Washington state officials have confirmed that 21 dead canines found washed ashore were foxes, solving a local mystery that had concerned residents of Guemes Island.
Kenyan politician Raphael Tuju has publicly stated his wishes for his funeral, including that no state officials should attend and that he should be buried within 48 hours.
A state hearing in Texas concerning social studies curriculum devolved into a clash of religions, marked by increasing hostility from state officials towards Muslims and negative portrayals of their faith in school texts.
Reports indicate that top state officials in Kenya are allegedly hoarding millions of shillings in cash within private home vaults, raising concerns about corruption.
Serbian diaspora organizations from over 70 cities worldwide have formally requested that European Union institutions impose sanctions on high-ranking Serbian state officials.
The detention of two students in Novi Pazar, suspected of preparing to murder state officials based on a secretly recorded conversation, has led to questions from NGOs about whether it constitutes intimidation of political opponents.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a directive prohibiting state officials from engaging in insider trading activities on prediction markets, aiming to enhance ethical standards.
Croatia's HDZ Media Minister Irena Hrstić is accused of protecting the HDZ Health Minister in the Medikol affair, allegedly violating Article 6 of the Media Law which mandates equal access for journalists to state officials.
The Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) is joining forces with the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) and other agencies to crack down on state officials implicated in drug-related activities, warning that senior officers will not escape accountability.
The demolition of the Vjesnik building and the opening of the underpass on Slavonska Avenue have been postponed indefinitely after asbestos was discovered on the 16th floor of the skyscraper, despite prior assurances from state officials.
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has instructed state officials to conserve energy by using stairs and working from home, citing pressure on the energy sector due to the conflict in the Middle East.
On February 18, the Albanian government organized the Ministerial for Corridor VIII with the presence of state officials from Italy, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, and Romania.
Arkadiusz Myrcha, Poland's Deputy Minister of Justice, discusses proposed amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code, emphasizing the protection of citizens against abuse of power by state officials.
Kęstutis Masiulis discusses how ancient Chinese meritocracy, established in 605 AD to select the best state officials, could offer lessons for contemporary governance and political systems.
Family, state officials, and prominent political figures gathered at the First Cemetery of Athens to honor Anna Psarouda-Benaki, a woman recognized for breaking barriers in Greek public life.