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Garba Shehu’s ‘Rats in Villa’ Confession Vindicates Nnamdi Kanu’s Health Claims, IPOB Alleges The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has declared that the recent admission by Garba Shehu, former Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, regarding the fabricated “rat invasion” story, serves as a vindication of its leader Nnamdi Kanu’s […]
Laboratory Analysts Urge Government, Public to Embrace Proper Waste Management, Recycling for Health and Economic Gains Leading laboratory analysts in Nigeria are intensifying their call for both governmental prioritization and public adherence to proper waste disposal and recycling practices, emphasizing their critical role in safeguarding public health and unlocking significant wealth creation opportunities. This advocacy […]
Mile 12 Market Thrives Amidst Vehicular Restriction for Lagos LG Polls Despite the total vehicular movement restriction imposed across Lagos State for the Local Government Elections, the popular Mile 12 International Market is experiencing a bustling Saturday, with traders reporting brisk business. The market, a major hub for perishable food items, appears largely unaffected by […]
Lagos LG Polls: Late Arrival of Party Agents Causes Delays in Agboyi-Ketu The conduct of the ongoing Local Government elections in Lagos State has been met with early delays in parts of Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area, primarily attributed to the late arrival of party agents at several polling units. This development, observed as voting […]
Robust Security Deployed Across Lagos as LG Polls Get Underway A heavy security presence has been deployed across Lagos State, including at the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) headquarters and polling units, as the Local Government elections commenced today, Saturday, July 12, 2025. The intensified security measures are aimed at ensuring a safe, orderly, […]
Governor Sanwo-Olu, Wife Cast Votes as Lagosians Elect Local Government Leaders Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and his wife, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, today exercised their civic duty by casting their votes in the ongoing Local Government Elections across the state. The First Family participated in the democratic process at their polling unit, joining thousands […]
Don Urges Government to Prioritize Waste Management for Public Health and Economic Prosperity A university don, Professor O.J. Mordi, has strongly urged all tiers of government in Nigeria to prioritize effective waste management, highlighting its immense potential for safeguarding public health and fostering wealth creation. Professor Mordi, a Chemistry scholar, made this call on Thursday, […]
Ondo Police Command Dismisses Allegations of N39,000 Fee for Lagos LG Poll Deployment The Ondo State Police Command has vehemently denied allegations that it collected a sum of N39,000 from officers for their deployment to the upcoming Local Government elections in Lagos State. The denial comes amidst preparations for the July 12, 2025, Lagos LG […]
Zamfara Launches Pilot School Feeding Programme to Combat Hunger, Boost Enrollment In a significant move to tackle the alarming rate of out-of-school children and address food insecurity, the Zamfara State Government has officially unveiled its Pilot School Feeding Programme. Governor Dauda Lawal flagged off the initiative on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Dan-Turai Primary School […]
Nigeria, US Hold High-Level Talks to De-escalate Visa Tensions After New Restrictions In a diplomatic move aimed at easing recent visa tensions, Nigeria and the United States held a high-level meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, to discuss the new visa restrictions imposed on Nigerian citizens by the US. The dialogue underscores efforts […]
Nigerians Face Stricter Visa Regimes from US, UAE, Canada as Major Nations Tighten Immigration Controls Nigerians are contending with increasingly stringent visa requirements from key international destinations, including the United States, United Arab Emirates, and Canada, marking a significant shift in global immigration policies impacting travel, business, and educational opportunities. These new hurdles, largely effective […]
NDDC Disburses ₦5 Billion for Women, Youth Empowerment Through Skills Training in Niger Delta The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced the release of ₦5 billion to kickstart skills training and entrepreneurship development programs targeting women and youths across the Niger Delta region. The significant disbursement, part of a larger ₦30 billion approved for […]
Kebbi Governor Orders Immediate Reconstruction of Strategic Flooded Road to Niger Republic Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has ordered the immediate reconstruction of the vital Makera-Kangiwa road, which links the state to the neighbouring Niger Republic and has been severely damaged by recent flooding. The directive was issued on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, during […]
Eze Ndigbo of Ibadan and Yorubaland Mourns Olubadan, Hails Ibadan’s Exemplary Succession System The Eze Ndigbo of Ibadan and Yorubaland, Dr. James Oramadike, has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who joined his ancestors on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the age of 90. In a […]
Ogun First Lady Champions Free Surgeries, Urges Wealthy to Aid Vulnerable at Medical Outreach The wife of the Ogun State Governor, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, has passionately appealed to affluent individuals and organizations to extend support to the less privileged in society, particularly those in dire need of medical attention. Mrs. Abiodun made this call on […]
Nigerian Army Neutralizes 60 Boko Haram Terrorists in Borno Offensive In a significant blow to extremist groups in Nigeria’s North-East, the Nigerian Army successfully neutralized at least 60 Boko Haram terrorists following a fierce engagement in Bita, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, on Friday, May 30, 2025. The operation, which involved both ground […]
Buhari’s 2015 Victory: Boss Mustapha Contradicts Tinubu’s “I Made Him President” Claim The political narrative surrounding the 2015 presidential election gained fresh scrutiny on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, as Mr. Boss Mustapha, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) under President Muhammadu Buhari, subtly but firmly contradicted President Bola Tinubu’s long-held assertion that […]
Ganduje Chairs New FAAN Board: Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo Inaugurates Eight-Member Team for Airport Transformation Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Kano State Governor, has been officially inaugurated as the Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The inauguration […]
Financial Fraud Under Scrutiny: Senate Investigates N1.3 Trillion Loss from CBEX Collapse and Ponzi Epidemic In a decisive move to address the escalating wave of financial scams and protect unsuspecting citizens, the Nigerian Senate has launched a comprehensive probe into the proliferation of Ponzi schemes across the country, specifically highlighting the recent collapse of CryptoBridge […]
FG Secures Landmark $747 Million Syndicated Loan for Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway First Phase The Federal Government has successfully secured a significant $747 million syndicated loan facility to finance the crucial Phase 1, Section 1 of the ambitious Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. This landmark financial deal, announced on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, by the Federal Ministry […]