Osun Assembly Passes Landmark Electricity Bill, Establishes State Regulatory Commission The Osun State House of Assembly on Monday, July 28, 2025, passed a significant Electricity Bill, 2025, a legislative move poised to revolutionize the power sector within the state. The bill, an executive proposal, successfully scaled its third reading during a plenary session presided over […]
Devastating Adamawa Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 23 as Governor Fintiri Visits Affected Communities The death toll from the devastating flash floods that swept through parts of Adamawa State on Sunday has tragically risen to 23, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri confirmed on Monday, July 28, 2025. The governor, who promptly returned to the state from an […]
Nigerian Army Intercepts Terrorist Supply Chain, Arrests Seven Logistics Suppliers in Northeast Raids The Nigerian Army has dealt a significant blow to the operational capabilities of terrorists in the Northeast, announcing the arrest of seven key logistics suppliers during a series of coordinated intelligence-led raids. The arrests are part of an ongoing offensive by troops […]
EFCC Chairman Olukoyede Calls for Enhanced Collaboration to Combat Money Laundering, Illicit Financial Flows The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has intensified his call for stronger synergy and collaboration among all stakeholders in the fight against money laundering and other economic and financial crimes. This urgent appeal […]
Chinese Yuan Gains Ground Against US Dollar, Reaches 7.1385 Central Parity Rate The Chinese currency, Renminbi (Yuan), has strengthened against the US dollar, with its central parity rate reaching 7.1385 on Thursday. This upward movement reflects shifts in the global foreign exchange market and China’s managed floating exchange rate system. According to the China Foreign […]
Soludo Appoints Non-Indigenes as Accountant General, Permanent Secretaries in Landmark Move Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has once again underscored his administration’s commitment to meritocracy and inclusivity, with the recent appointment of a non-indigene as the state’s Accountant General. This latest move follows earlier appointments of two non-indigenes as Permanent Secretaries, signaling a […]
Sokoto State Government Bans ‘Signing-Out’ Parties in Secondary Schools Citing Indiscipline and Immorality The Sokoto State Government has announced an immediate ban on ‘signing-out’ parties and other related celebrations in all public and private secondary schools across the state. The directive, aimed at curbing acts of indiscipline and immorality among students, underscores the government’s commitment […]
US Passport Slips to 10th Place as Asian Nations Dominate 2025 Global Mobility Rankings The American passport has continued its downward trend in global mobility rankings, slipping to 10th place in the latest 2025 Henley Passport Index. This marks its lowest position in the index’s 20-year history, contrasting sharply with the sustained dominance of Asian […]
Osun Osogbo Festival: Government Warns Tourists Against Desecration of Sacred Sites As preparations intensify for the annual Osun Osogbo Festival, the Osun State Government has issued a stern warning to tourists and visitors against any acts that could desecrate the sacred sites, particularly the renowned Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove. The warning underscores the state’s commitment to […]
Sunday Igboho Appeals to FG: “Remove My Name from Wanted List, I Am Not a Criminal” Yoruba Nation advocate, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has made a passionate plea to the Federal Government of Nigeria to remove his name from its wanted list, asserting that he is not a criminal. The appeal, made […]
Overstaffing Hampers N70,000 Minimum Wage Implementation for Borno LG Workers The Borno State Government has identified an “over-bloated workforce” at the local government level as a major impediment to the immediate implementation of the new N70,000 minimum wage for its local government employees. This disclosure was made during a high-level meeting chaired by Governor Babagana […]
Katsina Governor Radda Escapes Unhurt in Road Accident Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, was involved in a minor road accident on Sunday evening along the Daura–Katsina highway, but has been discharged from medical observation and is in good health. The incident occurred while the governor was on official duty in service to the […]
Naira Abuse: EFCC Boss Declares Spraying, Stamping on Currency a Criminal Offence The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has issued a stern warning to Nigerians, reiterating that acts such as spraying, stamping on, or otherwise defacing the Naira constitute a criminal offense punishable by law. Olukoyede re-emphasized […]
Eminent Nigerians Push for Same-Day Elections, State Police, and New Constitution at National Summit A powerful coalition of stakeholders, including elder statesmen, former governors, legal luminaries, and civil society advocates, has converged in Abuja to demand a radical overhaul of Nigeria’s governance framework, specifically advocating for same-day elections, the establishment of state police, and the […]
Nigerian Troops Reject N13.7m Bribe, Neutralize Bandits in Nationwide Push In a strong display of integrity and effectiveness, Nigerian troops of Operation Safe Haven have rejected a staggering N13.7 million bribe offered by suspected terrorists in Plateau State, while simultaneously neutralizing several bandits and arresting numerous criminals across multiple theatres of operation. The Director, Defence […]
Ekiti, Ondo Doctors Set for Showdown with FG Over ‘Obnoxious’ Pay Review Circular Medical doctors in Ekiti and Ondo states, under the umbrella of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), have vehemently rejected a recent Federal Government circular on the review of allowances for health workers, describing it as “obnoxious” and a clear breach of existing […]
Deadly Strike Hits Gaza’s Only Catholic Church, Sparking Outcry An Israeli strike on Gaza’s sole Catholic church, the Holy Family Parish Church, on Thursday claimed the lives of two individuals and injured several others, including the parish priest. The incident has drawn widespread international condemnation and a renewed call for an immediate ceasefire from Pope […]
Benue State Appeals for Urgent Aid for Displaced Persons Amid Worsening Humanitarian Crisis The Benue State Government has issued an urgent appeal to civil society organizations and international donors for humanitarian assistance, citing the dire conditions of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in communities ravaged by incessant armed conflicts. Aondowase Kunde, the Benue State Commissioner for […]
Oil Firms, Operators Defy NAMA’s $300 Helicopter Levy Ultimatum The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) finds itself in a deadlock as oil firms and helicopter operators continue to shun its ultimatum for the payment of the controversial $300 helicopter landing levy. This defiance comes despite NAMA’s recent seven-day notice threatening to deny flight clearances to […]
Gombe Records 72 Road Deaths, 171 Crashes in First Half of 2025 – FRSC The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Gombe State Command, has reported a concerning increase in road fatalities and crashes within the state, with no fewer than 72 lives lost and 171 road traffic crashes recorded between January and June 2025. Mr. […]