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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 […]
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 […]
Information Minister Refutes Claims: Tinubu Never Ordered Journalists’ Arrests Despite Media Criticisms The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has strongly refuted claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ever ordered the arrest or harassment of journalists, regardless of the nature of their criticism or reportage. The Minister made this assertion on […]
Boosting School Safety: Nasarawa SUBEB Partners NSCDC for Enhanced Protection of Pupils and Infrastructure In a proactive move to safeguard educational environments across the state, the Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB) has officially partnered with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to enhance security in primary schools. The collaboration aims to […]
Jigawa Earmarks ₦4.2 Billion for Proactive Flood Emergency Response Amidst NiMet Warning The Jigawa State Government has announced a substantial allocation of ₦4.2 billion for flood mitigation and emergency response services, as the state braces for anticipated heavy rainfall and potential flooding in the 2025 rainy season. The proactive measure follows predictions by the Nigerian […]
UNICEF Mobilizes Bauchi Youths to Plant Trees, Combat Climate Change and Flooding The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has intensified its call to action for youths and residents of Bauchi State, urging them to embrace tree planting as a critical strategy to mitigate the devastating impacts of climate change, curb desertification, and prevent perennial flooding. […]
Ibadan in Mourning: Olubadan Oba Owolabi Olakulehin Dies at 90, One Year After Coronation The revered traditional ruler of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin I), has passed away at the age of 90. His demise, confirmed in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025, comes barely two days after he […]
COREN Institutionalizes One-Year Engineering Residency Program for Graduates to Boost Employability The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) has formally institutionalized a mandatory one-year Engineering Residency Programme (EREP) for all engineering graduates from Nigerian universities and polytechnics. This move is aimed at significantly enhancing the practical skills and employability of young engineers, […]
PDP BoT Stalwart, Adamu Maina Waziri, Joins ADC Citing Party’s Loss of Credibility In a significant political blow to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Adamu Maina Waziri, a prominent member of its Board of Trustees (BoT) and a founding figure, officially announced his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday, July 7, […]