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Deji Adeyanju Begs Patience Jonathan to Withdraw $5m Jewellery Suit Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has made a passionate appeal to former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, urging her to show compassion and withdraw the long-running theft case against her former domestic staff. Adeyanju’s plea comes after the reported death of one of […]
Don Blasts Companies for Choosing BBN Over Academic Research University of Lagos professor, Professor Chris Obisi, has publicly lamented the “misplaced priorities” of Nigerian companies that lavish millions on sponsoring entertainment reality shows like Big Brother Naija (BBN) while neglecting to fund vital academic research. The professor stated that this trend is a major factor […]
DSS Drags Sowore, X, and Meta to Court Over Anti-Tinubu Post The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed a five-count criminal charge against activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, along with the social media giants X Corp and Meta Inc. The lawsuit, lodged today at the Federal High Court in Abuja, is a […]
NCAN Demands Transparency in Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Roadmap The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAN) has called on the Federal Government to ensure full transparency and accountability in the implementation of the new Civil Aviation Act 2023. The Director-General of the authority, Captain Chris Najomo, made the demand at a recent stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, stating […]
Lagos Governor Pledges Firm Commitment to Youth Development The Lagos State Government has restated its firm commitment to empowering the state’s youth population, describing them as the “backbone of Lagos’ prosperity.” This pledge was underscored by a series of ongoing initiatives aimed at tackling youth unemployment, curbing social vices, and fostering a generation of skilled […]
Governors Pledge Quality Education as Nigerian Schools Resume As schools across the country reopen today for a new academic session, state governments have rolled out a series of pledges and directives aimed at ensuring a high standard of education for students. The resumption marks the beginning of a fresh push for educational excellence from both […]
Council Honours Former Catechist for Dedicated Service to Faith and Family In a ceremony celebrating dedication and faith, the Owerri Metropolitan Council of the Knights of St. Mulumba has honored Sir John Oleru, a former Catechist at Maria Assumpta Cathedral. The award was given in recognition of his long and distinguished service to the Catholic […]
NESG: Institutional Reform is a Prerequisite for Nigeria’s Development The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), a leading private sector-led think tank, has issued a strong warning that while Nigeria has achieved a measure of economic stability, true and lasting development hinges on a new wave of profound institutional reforms. The Chairman of the NESG, Niyi […]
FCTA Taskforce Halts Construction, Demolishes Illegal Structures at River Park The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has taken decisive action at the River Park Estate, Lugbe, halting ongoing construction and demolishing over 30 illegal structures. The enforcement, carried out by the FCT Ministerial Task Force, targeted developers who were found to be in violation of […]
New Fusengbuwa Head Rejects ‘Moneybags’ in Awujale Succession The head of the Fusengbuwa ruling house, Otunba Abdul-Lateef Adedayo Owoyemi, has made a resolute stand against the influence of money and politics in the selection of the next Awujale of Ijebuland. Speaking at his country home in Idowa-Ijebu, Owoyemi urged Governor Dapo Abiodun and the kingmakers […]
Umahi Calls Benue Flyover ‘Tinubu’s Gift’ to Governor Alia The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has officially flagged off the construction of a flyover at the Wurukum Roundabout in Makurdi, Benue State, describing the project as a personal “gift” from President Bola Tinubu to Governor Hyacinth Alia. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony on behalf of […]
Ondo Amotekun Claims to Have Arrested 80% of All Convicts The Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, has made a bold claim, stating that its operatives are responsible for the apprehension of 80 per cent of all convicts currently serving sentences in correctional centers across the state. The assertion was made […]
Lagos To Begin Night-Time Repairs on Ozumba Mbadiwe Road To Ease Traffic The Lagos State Government has announced that it will commence extensive night-time repair works on a critical section of Ozumba Mbadiwe Road. The project, which is set to begin on Monday, September 15, 2025, will focus on the stretch starting from the Bonny […]
Akwa Ibom’s Governor Eno Orders Return of Inter-House Sports In a major move to revitalize grassroots sports and unearth new talent, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has directed the immediate revival of inter-house and inter-school sports competitions. The directive was issued at the closing ceremony of the 2025 Akwa Ibom State Sports Festival, […]
FIRS Appeals to Nigerians to Use Single TIN for Bank Accounts The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has moved to dispel widespread public anxiety by clarifying that Nigerians will not need to acquire a separate Tax Identification Number (TIN) to operate a bank account. This comes amid a recent wave of misinformation suggesting a fresh […]
IRB Appeals to Nigerians to Adhere to Asylum Rules Fresh data from the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) shows that 1,596 asylum claims filed by Nigerian nationals have been denied so far in 2025. However, this figure comes amidst a record-high acceptance rate for Nigerian applicants, with 2,292 claims approved out of 3,548 […]
Resident Doctors began a five-day Nationwide warning strike. The Nigerian healthcare sector has been plunged into fresh turmoil as the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) today began a five-day nationwide warning strike. The industrial action, which commenced at 8:00 a.m. this morning, follows the expiration of a final 24-hour ultimatum given to the Federal […]
Kaduna Governor Appeals to Residents to Support Road Project The Governor of Kaduna State, Dr. Uba Sani, has officially flagged off the reconstruction of the Jaba-Kwoi Road, a major project that promises to bring significant economic relief and improved connectivity to the people of Southern Kaduna. The governor, speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, described the […]
Police Appeals for Help in Hunt for Perpetrator of Antisemitic Attacks The Metropolitan Police has launched a public appeal for information following a linked series of seven “revolting and appalling” antisemitic attacks in the Barnet area of North London. The attacks, which have targeted synagogues, a Jewish school, and private property, have left the local […]
Obi Taps Jonathan to Discuss State of the Nation in Abuja The political landscape in Nigeria is buzzing after the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, held a private, closed-door meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. The meeting, which took place on Thursday, was confirmed by Obi himself in a […]