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. […]
Oyo Speaker Ogundoyin Pinpoints ‘Political Interests’ as Root Cause of Nigeria’s Challenges The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Nigeria Conference of Speakers, Adebo Ogundoyin, has squarely laid the blame for Nigeria’s multifaceted challenges at the feet of the political establishment, asserting that “political interests” have consistently overridden national […]
Governor Nwifuru Reshuffles Ebonyi Cabinet, Four Commissioners Swap Portfolios Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has undertaken a minor cabinet reshuffle, reassigning portfolios to four commissioners as part of his administration’s drive to enhance performance and align governance with his “People’s Charter of Needs” manifesto. The changes were announced on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, following […]
Kano Authorities Probe Tragic Deaths of Two Schoolboys in Boarding School Attack The Kano State Government and Police Command have launched a thorough investigation into the tragic deaths of two schoolboys, Hamza Tofawa and Umar Dungurawa, at the Government Boarding Secondary School, Bichi. The students, aged 19 and 18 respectively, reportedly died following a brutal […]
Ekiti Deputy Governor Mobilizes APC Women Ahead of Oyebanji’s Second Term Campaign Chief (Mrs.) Monisade Afuye, the Deputy Governor of Ekiti State, has commenced active mobilization among women members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, rallying their support for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s anticipated second term bid. The move signals an early start […]
President Tinubu Receives Buhari’s Remains in Katsina Ahead of Daura Burial President Bola Ahmed Tinubu today, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, personally received the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari at the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport in Katsina. The solemn event marked the arrival of the late leader’s body from London, where he passed away […]
TikTok Scales Up Enforcement, Removes 3.6 Million Nigerian Videos in Q1 2025 In a significant move to uphold its Community Guidelines, the short-form video platform TikTok has announced the removal of over 3.6 million videos originating from Nigeria during the first quarter of 2025 (January to March). This figure represents a 50 percent increase in […]
Federal Government Taps Lagos Blue Economy Model for Nationwide Development Strategy The Federal Government has commenced a comprehensive study of Lagos State’s successful blue economy initiatives, with a view to replicating its innovative and sustainable model across the nation. A delegation from the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, is currently on […]
FG Declares Tuesday Public Holiday to Honour Late President Buhari The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday, in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 82. The declaration is a mark of respect for the former leader’s extensive […]
Nigeria Loses ‘Patriot, Father,’ Says Senator Ndume as He Mourns Buhari Senator Ali Ndume has expressed profound shock and sadness over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing the late leader as a “true patriot” and “a father” whose indelible legacy will forever be etched in Nigeria’s political history. Buhari died at the age […]
Yobe State Declares Tuesday Work-Free Day in Honour of Late President Buhari In a mark of profound respect and mourning for former President Muhammadu Buhari, the Yobe State Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a work-free day across the state. This announcement aligns with the nationwide solemnity following the death of the former leader. […]
Ex-Head of State Abdulsalami Reveals Sharing London Hospital with Late President Buhari Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has made a poignant revelation, stating that he was being treated in the same London hospital where former President Muhammadu Buhari passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Abubakar shared his personal encounter with Buhari […]
Osinbajo Mourns Buhari: ‘Nigeria Has Lost a True Patriot’ Former Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo has paid a heartfelt tribute to his former principal, President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a “true patriot whose life was marked by unyielding devotion to the nation he loved.” Buhari passed away on Sunday at the age of 82 […]
President Tinubu Mourns Awujale of Ijebuland, Hails Monarch’s ‘Uncompromising Leadership’ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the demise of His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, describing him as one of Nigeria’s most revered and impactful traditional rulers. Oba Adetona passed away on Sunday at […]
Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Dies at 91 The revered Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has passed away at the age of 91, marking the end of a remarkable 65-year reign. The revered monarch, who was one of Nigeria’s longest-serving traditional rulers, joined his ancestors today, Sunday, July […]
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari Dies at 82 in London Nigeria is mourning the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died today, Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82, in a clinic in London, United Kingdom, following a prolonged illness. His death was officially confirmed by his family and close aides. Garba […]
President Tinubu Hails Wole Soyinka at 91, Calls Nobel Laureate ‘Uncommon Patriot, Global Inspiration President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended glowing tributes to Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka, describing him as an “uncommon patriot and enduring inspiration to Nigeria and the world,” as the literary titan marks his 91st birthday today, Sunday, July 13, 2025. […]
Ethnic Inclusivity Debated as Ohanaeze Ndigbo Alleges Igbo Exclusion in Lagos LG Polls The ongoing Local Government elections in Lagos State have reignited discussions around ethnic inclusion and political ownership, as Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the prominent Igbo socio-cultural organization, voiced concerns over the alleged exclusion of Igbos from the electoral process. This claim has, in turn, […]
Lagos LG Polls: APC Secures Chairmanship Victories in Ikorodu, Igbogbo-Baiyeku LCDA The All Progressives Congress (APC) has commenced its sweep of the chairmanship seats in the just-concluded Local Government elections in Lagos State, with early results confirming victories in both Ikorodu Local Government Area (LGA) and Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA). The Lagos State […]
Zamfara Converts 60 Volunteer Nurses to Permanent Staff Amid Healthcare Workforce Shortage In a significant boost to its healthcare sector, the Zamfara State Government has approved the conversion of 60 volunteer nurses to permanent staff within the state’s civil service. This move is part of Governor Dauda Lawal’s ongoing commitment to address the critical shortage […]