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University Management Reassures Students and Staff After Fire Incident at Radio Studio The management of Ajayi Crowther University in Oyo State has called for calm after a fire incident at the university’s radio studio. The blaze, which occurred on Monday morning, has raised concerns about campus safety, prompting the university to issue a statement to […]
FCT Minister Wike Imposes ₦5m Fine, 7.5% Charge on Land Defaulters The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken decisive action against land use violations in Abuja, approving a policy that imposes stiff financial penalties on defaulters. The move is part of the FCT Administration’s ongoing efforts to restore the city’s […]
President Tinubu Announces Nigeria Has Met 2025 Revenue Target, Halts Further Borrowing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made a bold declaration, announcing that Nigeria has already met its 2025 revenue target well ahead of the year-end and will no longer rely on borrowing to fund its budget. The President made the statement during a meeting […]
NDLEA Arrests Suspect, Recovers 8,000 Bottles of Akuskura, Cannabis in Kano The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command, has foiled a major drug trafficking attempt, leading to the arrest of a 37-year-old suspect and the recovery of a large cache of illicit substances. The NDLEA Public Relations Officer, Sadiq Maigatari, confirmed the […]
AFN President Accuses Sprinter Ofili of Leaving Nigeria for Financial Rewards In a high-stakes disagreement that exposes the deep-seated issues facing Nigerian sports, the President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Tonobok Okowa, has countered sprinter Favour Ofili‘s reasons for switching her nationality to Turkey, claiming the move was driven by a lucrative financial […]
Ex-NNPC Official Convicted in U.S. Court Over $2.1M Bribery and Money Laundering Scheme A U.S. federal jury has found a former high-ranking official of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Paulinus Iheanacho “Pollie” Okoronkwo, guilty on all charges in a multi-million-dollar bribery and money laundering case. The conviction, which came after a four-day trial, exposes […]
Economic Crisis: Civil Society Organizations Condemn 44% Surge in Cooking Gas Price Civil society organizations in Nigeria have issued a strong warning to the Federal Government over the alarming increase in the price of cooking gas, which has surged by over 44% in the last year. They cautioned that the continuous hike is a “bad […]
Obasanjo Laments Poor Healthcare Access, Urges Nigeria to Embrace Innovation Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has made a passionate plea for a complete overhaul of Nigeria’s healthcare system, condemning the poor access to medical services that continues to plague millions of citizens. Speaking at the official launch of the Care365 Health Hub in Abuja, Obasanjo expressed […]
Cultural Celebrations: Ebonyi Community Uses Yam Festival to Preach Harmony and Unity In a powerful blend of cultural celebration and a call for peace, the Edda clan in the Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State has used its annual New Yam Festival to address the lingering communal crisis affecting the area. The festival, known […]
Academic Excellence: Mrs. Nonye Soludo Celebrates Team Anambra’s Win at STAN Competition The First Lady of Anambra State, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has commended the state’s students and educators for their outstanding performance at the 65th Annual Conference of the Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN), where they clinched the “Best Branch of the Year” award. […]
Niger Governor Celebrates VP Shettima, Praises His Integrity and Wisdom The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has joined a host of other prominent Nigerians in celebrating Vice President Kashim Shettima on the occasion of his 59th birthday. In a heartfelt message, Governor Bago commended the Vice President’s leadership and unwavering commitment to the […]
The Growing Financial Gap Between the Bundesliga and the Premier League The 2025 summer transfer window has once again laid bare the stark financial reality of modern European football, as the English Premier League’s spending power continues to create a massive financial chasm with the German Bundesliga. The disparity, which has been growing for years, […]
Adebutu, Abiodun in Fresh Rift Over ₦72m Land Use Charge A new political showdown is brewing in Ogun State as the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Oladipupo Adebutu, has accused the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun of a political witch-hunt. The accusation follows the posting of a “Notice of Default” for […]
Imo State Approves ₦104,000 Minimum Wage as Workers Hail Governor Uzodimma In a move that has been met with resounding applause from organized labor, Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has approved a new minimum wage of ₦104,000 for all civil servants in the state. The announcement, made during a meeting with leaders of labor […]
North-East Governors Plan Master Plan to Address Energy Deficit The North-East Governors’ Forum (NEGF) has embarked on a new, collaborative initiative to address the critical issue of energy poverty in the region. At the conclusion of their 12th meeting in Jalingo, Taraba State, the governors announced their decision to develop a comprehensive, integrated subregional master […]
Media Ethics: Federal Government and UNICEF Warn Against Harmful Reporting In a major push for ethical journalism, the Federal Government and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have jointly urged media practitioners to exercise caution and responsibility in their reportage, warning against narratives that could inflict harm on children and other vulnerable groups. The warning […]
Traditional Affairs: Oyo State Government Unveils One-Week Coronation Activities for Olubadan-Designate Ladoja The ancient city of Ibadan is buzzing with anticipation as the Oyo State Government officially unveiled the one-week program of events for the coronation of its new monarch, Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The grand coronation ceremony has […]
Governor Okpebholo Insists on Quality, Demands Durable Roads from Contractors The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has intensified his government’s push for high-quality infrastructure, warning contractors to adhere to strict standards or risk having their contracts terminated. The Governor issued the stern directive during an unannounced inspection tour of several road projects across […]
Boko Haram Attack in Borno Leaves Eight Dead, Soldiers Rescue Hostages in Sokoto A tale of contrasting fortunes has emerged from Nigeria’s northern region, with a deadly attack by Boko Haram in Borno State coinciding with a successful military rescue operation in Sokoto State. The incidents highlight the persistent, yet distinct, security challenges facing the […]
Former AGF Abubakar Malami’s Convoy Attacked Amidst Political Defection The political climate in Kebbi State escalated on Monday with a violent attack on the convoy of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami. The incident, which occurred in Birnin Kebbi, left at least 10 vehicles vandalized and several of Malami’s supporters […]