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New Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo, 15 Deaths Confirmed The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has declared a new Ebola outbreak in its southern Kasai province, marking the country’s 16th such public health emergency since the virus was first identified in 1976. The announcement follows a preliminary report of 15 deaths among 28 suspected cases, […]
Anti-Corruption: EFCC Arraigns Businessman, Firm Over Alleged $75,000 Fraud The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a businessman, Peter Otomewu, and his company, Pebeto Enerji Limited, at the Ikeja Special Offences Court in Lagos for their alleged involvement in a $75,000 fraud. The arraignment is the latest in a series of anti-graft efforts […]
Niger State Government Bans Unlicensed Religious Preaching, Orders Two-Month Compliance The Niger State government has announced a new directive banning all forms of religious preaching within the state without a proper license. The move, which is intended to regulate religious activities, has set off a debate among key religious figures and scholars in the state. […]
Agricultural Development: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Distributes Subsidised Fertilizers to Abuja Farmers The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), under the leadership of Minister Nyesom Wike, has commenced the distribution of subsidized fertilizers to farmers in a strategic move to boost food production and combat food insecurity in the nation’s capital. The flag-off ceremony, held at […]
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 […]