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National & Local

Reps query foreign airlines’ N18.98bn debt, give FAAN two-week recovery deadline

The Nigerian House of Representatives Committee on Finance has given the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria a two-week deadline to recover N18.98 billion owed by foreign airlines.

Mar 11 β€’ 05:08 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FAAN issues 100,000 airport access cards after tollgate chaos

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has issued over 100,000 airport access cards amid the chaos triggered by the rollout of a cashless policy at airport tollgates.

Mar 10 β€’ 00:26 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Obama appointee’s Chicago immigration order backfires after court says she went too far

A federal appeals court overturned an immigration enforcement order issued by a Chicago judge, ruling that it overstepped judicial authority.

Mar 9 β€’ 20:12 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Judge Eugenia Capuchetti investigates Deputy K Horacio Pietragalla this week in a case of antisemitism

Federal Judge MarΓ­a Eugenia Capuchetti is set to interrogate National Deputy Horacio Pietragalla this week over allegations of antisemitism, abuse of authority, and violation of public official duties.

Mar 7 β€’ 16:09 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

MIKE DAVIS: Virginia returns to the Confederacy with a seditious conspiracy against ICE

The article critiques Virginia's recent laws that allegedly obstruct federal immigration enforcement, framing them as unconstitutional and a threat to national security.

Mar 7 β€’ 12:56 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Cashless policy to block leakages, boost accountability β€” FAAN

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria is enforcing electronic payment systems across airports to enhance revenue accountability and transparency.

Mar 3 β€’ 19:17 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Cashless Policy: FAAN Announces Four Payment Options at Airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria introduces four digital payment methods to enhance efficiency and eliminate cash transactions at airport access gates as part of its cashless initiative.

Mar 3 β€’ 12:09 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FAAN announces pick-up points for Go-Cashless cards

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has announced locations for the distribution of Go-Cashless cards as part of a nationwide cashless initiative.

Feb 27 β€’ 21:07 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

NAFDAC has powers to ban sachet alcohol – Health ministry

The Nigerian Federal Ministry of Health asserts that the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has the legal authority to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages in small containers.

Feb 26 β€’ 00:18 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Trump sues New Jersey over order restricting immigration agents

The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against New Jersey and its governor, challenging an executive order that limits the authority of federal immigration agents.

Feb 25 β€’ 10:07 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Moraes ordered the Federal Police to place an electronic bracelet on a tax authority vigilante in an investigation into leaks

Minister Alexandre de Moraes ordered the Federal Police to install an electronic bracelet on a tax authority vigilante as part of an investigation into data leaks involving members of Brazil's Supreme Court.

Feb 24 β€’ 21:46 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law intern requests resignation after reporting harassment at Federal Court in RR

A law intern resigned after alleging organizational harassment and abuse of authority by a court director in Roraima.

Feb 21 β€’ 09:01 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What decision did the U.S. Supreme Court make regarding tariffs

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the global tariffs imposed by the federal government, stating that the executive branch lacked the authority to impose such tariffs unilaterally.

Feb 20 β€’ 19:34 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ National Post
National & Local

U.S. Supreme Court rules that Trump’s ’emergency’ tariffs on Canada are illegal

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Trump's tariffs on Canada were illegal, undermining his emergency authority under federal law.

Feb 20 β€’ 15:36 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Justice bars medical entity from offering specialist title to doctors

Brazil's federal court has prohibited the Ordem MΓ©dica Brasileira from advertising or offering specialist titles, ruling it lacks legal authority to do so.

Feb 19 β€’ 23:03 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Tax authority removes from leadership position auditor suspected of accessing data of Gilmar's ex-stepdaughter

An auditor from Brazil's federal tax agency has been removed from his position amid allegations of unauthorized access to personal data of a high-profile minister's family member.

Feb 19 β€’ 20:14 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Law Intern Reports Director to Federal Court for Harassment and Persecution in Roraima

A law intern has filed a harassment and persecution complaint against a director of the Federal Justice in Roraima, alleging abuse of authority.

Feb 19 β€’ 18:01 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

United Nigeria Airlines addresses bird strike safety concerns

United Nigeria Airlines is collaborating with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria to address safety issues following multiple bird strikes that have impacted its operations.

Feb 19 β€’ 00:10 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FAAN’s cash transactions starting February 29

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria will stop all cash transactions from February 29, 2026, aligning with the government’s cashless policy.

Feb 18 β€’ 00:07 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Court ruling barring VIO applies only to FCT, Lagos clarifies

The Lagos State Government has stated that a recent court ruling regarding Vehicle Inspection Officers' authority only applies to the Federal Capital Territory and not Lagos.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:11 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Viral FAAN campaign free, not political, says Iyabo Ojo

Iyabo Ojo, a Nollywood actress, denies political motives behind her promotional video for the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, asserting it was done voluntarily and without payment.

Feb 15 β€’ 16:05 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Criticism of Trump's climate decision: "Historic attack"

U.S. President Donald Trump has overturned a ruling that granted the federal government authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, facing sharp criticism from Democrats and environmental organizations.

Feb 12 β€’ 21:45 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trump eliminates legal basis for combating climate change in the USA

U.S. President Donald Trump announced the revocation of scientific conclusions linking climate change to human health and environmental risks, significantly undermining federal authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.

Feb 12 β€’ 21:29 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
National & Local

Trump revokes legal foundation for climate regulation

President Trump officially announces the revocation of a decision granting the federal government the authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.

Feb 12 β€’ 18:53 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FAAN, cargo agents reach compromise on cargo tariff

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has reduced cargo tariffs, resolving an eight-day strike by air cargo agents at Lagos' Murtala Muhammed Airport.

Feb 11 β€’ 01:03 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FAAN slashes cargo charge at Lagos airport to N15/kg

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has reduced the cargo port charge at Lagos's Murtala Muhammed International Airport to N15 per kilogram after negotiations with cargo handling stakeholders.

Feb 10 β€’ 10:48 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FHA remits N2.9 billion to FG, begins massive staff promotions β€” MD

The Federal Housing Authority has remitted N2.9 billion to the Federal Government's Consolidated Revenue Fund and announced significant staff promotions, according to its Managing Director, Oyetunde Ojo.

Feb 6 β€’ 14:46 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Reform or Control? Trump Expands Authority over 50,000 Federal Employees

The U.S. government announced that President Donald Trump's administration has completed a comprehensive reform of the civil service system, granting him broad powers to hire and fire an estimated 50,000 federal employees.

Feb 5 β€’ 21:17 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Can Trump nationalize American elections, a task that is assigned to the states?

As midterm elections approach, President Donald Trump has suggested that the federal government should take control of organizing and overseeing elections, challenging the authority of the states.

Feb 5 β€’ 12:25 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Dantsoho reaffirms FG’s commitment to port investments

Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, reiterated the Federal Government's dedication to enhancing investor participation in port development to improve the productivity of Nigeria's maritime gateways.

Feb 5 β€’ 00:00 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Confirmed. This is the LINK to pre-register your child for Preschool, Primary, and Secondary for the 2026-2027 cycle

The Federal Educational Authority in Mexico City and the Ministry of Public Education have confirmed the start of the pre-registration process for public schools for the 2026-2027 academic year, which is free for parents and guardians.

Feb 3 β€’ 15:32 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Airport cargo agents halt operations over tariff hike

Cargo agents at Murtala Muhammed Airport have stopped processing goods in protest against increased cargo tariffs by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria.

Feb 3 β€’ 00:23 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

At the opening of the legislative year, Motta defends Congress's power to allocate amendments

During the opening session of the Legislative Power in 2026, Chamber of Deputies President Hugo Motta advocated for Congress's authority to allocate federal public resources through parliamentary amendments.

Feb 2 β€’ 19:51 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Ondo residents to enjoy regular power supply soon – Aiyedatiwa

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa promises residents of Ondo State improved electricity supply as part of a 50th anniversary celebration and following the transfer of electricity regulatory authority from the Federal Government.

Feb 2 β€’ 16:46 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Federal appeals court sides with Trump admin in judge's Mahmoud Khalil decision

The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a lower court judge did not have the authority to order the release of anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil, supporting the Trump administration's immigration enforcement actions.

Jan 15 β€’ 18:43 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
National & Local

"Danger of Competitive Distortion" - Competition Authority Chief Criticizes Industrial Electricity Price

The head of the Federal Cartel Office, Andreas Mundt, criticizes the new industrial electricity price, stating it risks favoring large companies while harming smaller ones.

Jan 13 β€’ 15:39 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Federal judge blocks Trump administration from enforcing mail-in voting rules in executive order

A federal judge in Washington state has blocked key provisions of an executive order from the Trump administration regarding mail-in voting, ruling that the president exceeded his authority and violated the separation of powers.

Jan 11 β€’ 18:26 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
Sports

Stephen A. Smith says 'there shouldn't be sanctuary cities' where people can escape federal law

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized the concept of sanctuary cities, arguing that local leaders should not have the authority to defy federal immigration laws.

Jan 9 β€’ 22:30 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Arson Attack on Power Grid - Federal Prosecutor's Office Takes Over Investigations

After an arson attack on the electricity supply in parts of Berlin, the Federal Prosecutor's Office has taken over the investigations, according to a statement from the Karlsruhe authority.

Jan 6 β€’ 17:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Trump backs away from deploying national guard in Los Angeles, Chicago and Portland

Donald Trump has reversed his plans to deploy federal troops for law enforcement in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Portland after a court ruling favored state authority.

Dec 31 β€’ 22:27 UTC

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