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Multiple Groups Provide Lifeline Through Free Medical Outreaches to Vulnerable Nigerians, Widows In a commendable display of humanitarian commitment, several non-governmental organizations and philanthropic groups have recently extended vital free medical services to vulnerable persons and widows across various communities in Nigeria. These initiatives aim to bridge critical healthcare gaps for those most impacted by […]
Legendary Nigerian Sports Icons Honoured as “Dimmed Stars Shine Again” at Emotional Lagos Tribute The Nigerian sporting fraternity converged in Lagos on Monday, July 28, 2025, for a poignant “Night of Tributes,” commemorating five departed national heroes whose legacies continue to inspire. The event, aptly themed “When Dimmed Stars Shone Again,” celebrated the enduring contributions […]
Federal Government Orders Relocation in Four Niger LGAs as Flood Threat Intensifies The Federal Government has issued a critical directive to residents of four local government areas in Niger State, urging them to relocate to higher ground immediately. This urgent appeal follows a fresh flood warning issued by the National Flood Early Warning Centre of […]
Kidnappers Fall Out Over N3m Ransom After Killing Abuja Victims A chilling confession has emerged from a kidnap suspect in Abuja, revealing how a brutal dispute over a N3 million ransom led to internal violence among abductors and exposed the gruesome murders of their two victims: a 55-year-old school nurse and a 14-month-old toddler. The […]
International Human Rights Commission Urges Presidential Pardon for Abba Kyari Amid Insecurity Concerns The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) office in Nigeria has made a significant appeal to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to grant a presidential pardon to the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari. The commission asserts that such a move, though […]
Vandals Cripple Delta NYSC Camp Ahead of Orientation, Electrical Installations Destroyed The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Permanent Orientation Camp in Issele-Uku, Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, has been targeted by suspected vandals, resulting in the destruction of all electrical installations just days before the commencement of the 2025 Batch B Stream […]
President Tinubu Calls On Digital Creators To Verify Information Before Sharing President Bola Tinubu on Friday, August 1, 2025, issued a stern call to digital content creators and influencers, urging them to prioritize verification before amplifying information across their platforms. Speaking at the Progressive Digital Media Summit held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, President […]
INEC begins nationwide voter registration August 18 The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially announced the commencement of the 2025 nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, with online pre-registration set to open on Monday, August 18, 2025. This crucial step is part of INEC’s preparations for upcoming elections, including the Anambra State governorship election […]
Akwa Ibom Governor Approves Major Reconstruction of NYSC Camp, Boosts Corps Members’ Allowances Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has announced the immediate reconstruction and upgrade of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Permanent Orientation Camp located at Ikot Itie Udung in Nsit-Antai Local Government Area. The move, aimed at enhancing the welfare and […]
Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Late Lagos Lawmaker Victor Akande The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda, has paid a poignant tribute to the late Hon. Victor Oluwasegun Akande, a former lawmaker who represented Ojo Constituency I in the Assembly from 2015 to 2023. Meranda […]
Former Barcelona Star Carles Perez Hospitalised After Bizarre Dog Attack to Genitals Former Barcelona prospect Carles Perez has been hospitalised in Greece after suffering severe injuries to his genitals during a dog attack on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. The 27-year-old midfielder, currently on loan at Greek club Aris Thessaloniki from Celta Vigo, was reportedly attempting […]
Super Falcons Electrify Lagos with WAFCON Trophy Parade Nigeria’s triumphant Super Falcons brought the city of Lagos to a standstill on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, as they paraded their historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) trophy through major streets on Lagos Island. The celebratory tour allowed the queens of African football to share […]
New Fuel Surcharge to Generate N796bn Annually for FG, Consumers Decry Imminent Hike The Federal Government is set to introduce a five per cent surcharge on locally produced and imported petrol, a move projected to rake in an estimated N796 billion annually, according to an analysis by The PUNCH. This new tax policy, enshrined in […]
Nine Dead, Eight Rescued in Tragic Jigawa Boat Accident Nine people have died and eight others were successfully rescued following a tragic boat accident on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the Rijiyar Malam Fishing Pond in the Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) confirmed the incident, attributing it […]
NNPCL Warns Against Premature Operation of Port Harcourt Refinery, Prioritizes Full Rehabilitation The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has cautioned that operating the Port Harcourt Refinery before its comprehensive rehabilitation is fully completed would be an “ill-informed and sub-commercial” decision. This firm declaration was made by the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of NNPCL, […]
Yobe State Approves Over N40 Billion for Major Infrastructure, Youth Empowerment Projects The Yobe State Executive Council (SEC), presided over by Governor Mai Mala Buni, has approved over N40 billion for the execution of several capital projects across critical sectors, including robust investments in infrastructure development and youth empowerment initiatives. The significant approval was announced […]
Zelensky Urges Allies to Act for ‘Regime Change’ in Russia After Deadly Kyiv Attacks Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday issued a stark call for the world to actively pursue “regime change” in Russia, arguing that failure to do so would allow Moscow to continue destabilizing neighboring countries even after the war in Ukraine concludes. […]
Oyo Prioritises Sports Tourism, Leveraging Oluyole Golf Tournament for Economic Boost The Oyo State Government has reiterated its commitment to making sports tourism a cornerstone of Governor Seyi Makinde’s agenda to expand the state’s economy through the burgeoning tourism and hospitality sectors. This strategic focus was highlighted by Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun, the Commissioner for Culture […]
UCH Nurses Join Nationwide Warning Strike, Health Services Crippled Healthcare services at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, were severely impacted on Wednesday as the hospital’s chapter of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) joined a nationwide seven-day warning strike. The industrial action, which commenced at midnight on Tuesday, follows the Federal […]