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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 […]
Public Health Alert: NAFDAC Warns Against Falsified Gold Vision Oxytocin Injection In a critical move to safeguard public health, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a nationwide alert regarding the circulation of a falsified and unregistered drug known as Gold Vision Oxytocin injection 10IU. The alert, dated Monday, […]
Former Buhari Allies Warn Tinubu, Urge Focus on Governance Ahead of 2027 The political landscape of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is showing signs of a growing rift, as some prominent political figures from the immediate past administration of President Muhammadu Buhari have publicly expressed concerns about President Bola Tinubu’s re-election chances. The mounting […]
Jake Epelle Condemns Rivers State LG Elections as a ‘Democratic Scam’ The controversy surrounding the recent local government elections in Rivers State has intensified with a scathing critique from a prominent civil society leader, Jake Epelle. The founder and CEO of TAF Africa (formerly The Albino Foundation), a human rights and electoral advocate, has reportedly […]
Tributes: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Mourns Passing of Head of Service, Grace Adayilo The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has led a wave of tributes following the sudden death of the FCT Head of Civil Service, Mrs. Grace Adayilo. Adayilo, a public servant who made history as the first indigenous and female to […]
FCT Head of Service, Grace Adayilo, Confirmed Dead in Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Administration has been plunged into mourning following the sudden death of its Head of Civil Service, Mrs. Grace Adayilo. She reportedly passed away in the early hours of Monday, September 1, 2025, just hours after ministering at a church service […]
Nasir El-Rufai Argues Four Years is Insufficient for a President to Deliver Promises Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has weighed in on the ongoing debate about the ideal presidential tenure, criticizing the one-term pledges made by presidential hopefuls like Peter Obi and Rotimi Amaechi. In a recent television interview, El-Rufai stated that such promises […]
US-Based Nigerian Convict Faces Legal Action, Reigniting Deportation Debate The issue of Nigerian citizens facing criminal prosecution in the United States and the subsequent calls for their deportation has become a recurring theme in national discourse. While no single, recent high-profile case has been reported, the general legal and diplomatic context surrounding such incidents continues […]
Disaster: Three Rescued After Tanker Explosion on Lagos-Apapa Expressway A tragic accident was averted on Sunday at the Iyana-Isolo axis of the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway as emergency responders successfully rescued three individuals after a tanker explosion. The incident, which occurred around 1:05 p.m., involved a multiple-vehicle crash that triggered a fire and brought the busy highway […]
Lagos Intensifies Crackdown on Waste Violators, Arrests Offenders in Renewed Enforcement Drive In a renewed and aggressive push for a cleaner environment, the Lagos State Government has stepped up its enforcement against residents and businesses who violate environmental sanitation laws. The crackdown, led by the state’s Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources and its […]
Dangote Group Commiserates with BBNaija Winner Phyna Over Sister’s Death The Dangote Group has officially offered its condolences to the family of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, widely known as Phyna, following the death of her sister, Ruth Otabor. In a statement released on Sunday, the company confirmed that Ruth passed […]
Barcelona Drops Points in 1-1 Draw Against Rayo Vallecano Barcelona’s flawless beginning to the 2025/26 La Liga season came to an abrupt end on Sunday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by a determined Rayo Vallecano side. The result at the Estadio de Vallecas saw Barcelona drop two crucial points and fall behind […]
FG on Tinubu: Federal Government Praises Tinubu’s Equitable Distribution of Projects and Appointments The Federal Government has staunchly defended President Bola Tinubu’s administration against what it describes as “insinuations, half-truths, and fake information” regarding the distribution of projects and appointments. In a press statement issued on Sunday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed […]
Lagos to Host 2025 Best of Nollywood Awards, Aims for Guinness World Record Lagos State is poised to host the 2025 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu officially accepting the hosting rights. The formal presentation took place at the Lagos House, Marina, where the governor received a delegation of Nollywood’s finest, including […]
APC Dominates Rivers State LG Polls with 20 Wins, PDP Secures Three The political landscape of Rivers State has been significantly altered as the All Progressives Congress (APC) secured a landmark victory in the local government elections, winning the chairmanship seats in 20 of the 23 LGAs. The results, announced by the Chairman of the […]
Peter Obi Slams Rivers State LG Poll, Calls it ‘Rascality Taken Too Far’ The controversy surrounding the recent local government elections in Rivers State has drawn sharp criticism from a prominent national political figure, Peter Obi. The Labour Party chieftain has reportedly described the process as “a rascality taken too far,” echoing the sentiments of […]
China’s New Talent Visa: What Nigerian Professionals Need to Know Before October Launch In a strategic move to bolster its position as a global hub for innovation, China has announced the introduction of a new visa category specifically for young professionals in science and technology. Set to take effect on October 1, 2025, this new […]