Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has on Monday, made a new round of appointments. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Suleiman Olanrewaju, in Ibadan, the state capital, announced that the governor, who returned from a four-week annual leave, appointed Akin Akinleye as his Executive Assistant on Sports Development. He also…
President Bola Tinubu on Monday condoled with the government and people of Niger State over the petrol tanker explosion which claimed the lives of 48 people and livestock. According to the Niger Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), many people were injured in the accident, which also involved a truck…
The Police Command in Rivers State has busted a child trafficking ring, rescuing 16 children and arresting a female suspect linked to the crime. The command’s spokesperson,SP Grace Iringe-Koko, confirmed the rescue in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Port Harcourt. She stated that the children were found in…
Two nurses and several patients have been abducted by the bandits at a Primary Health Care Centre in Kuyello, Birnin-Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State. A local vigilante by the name Musa Alhassan, said the bandits initially targeted the nearby Government Day Secondary School, arriving around 9:00 am on Monday. “ When the bandits…
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu, has reiterated the Commission’s commitment to collaborating with the Service Compact with All Nigerians (SERVICOM) to improve service delivery across the country. During an advocacy visit to the ICPC Headquarters, led by SERVICOM’s National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer,…
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has refuted reports suggesting an increase in the Value-Added Tax (VAT) rate from 7.5% to 10%. In a statement issued on Monday, the minister clarified that the current VAT rate remains at 7.5%, in line with the existing tax laws. Edun emphasized…
Gunmen attacked God’s Doing Healing and Deliverance Ministry in Orodo, Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State on Saturday, killing Samuel Ogbonna, a youth leader and close aide to the church’s General Overseer, Evangelist Maduabuchi Ernest, also known as “Dibia Ekpere” or “Father MEMC.” Ogbonna, who also owned a local restaurant and bar, was fatally…
Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has called on the 462 newly commissioned police cadets to demonstrate dedication, effectiveness, and professionalism in their duties, ensuring enhanced police service to citizens. Speaking at the passing out parade for the 6th Regular Course (2018) Cadets, held at the Police College in Wudil, Kano State, Gaidam emphasized…
The Kwara State Police Command has initiated an investigation into the death of Qoyum Ishola, a student of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, who was reportedly shot by police officers on September 4 in the Zango area of the state capital. Commissioner of Police Victor Olaiya, in a statement, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to seeking justice…
Nigerian para-powerlifter Folashade Oluwafemiayo has won gold in the women’s over 86kg category at the 2024 Paralympics. Oluwafemiayo made history by lifting an unprecedented 167kg, securing the top spot ahead of China’s Xuamei Deng, who lifted 155kg, and Egypt’s Nadia Ali, who lifted 145kg. With her record-breaking performance, Oluwafemiayo becomes the first para-athlete to lift…
A prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, Hon. Ross Agazuma, has shared the harrowing details of his escape from kidnappers along the Lagos-Benin highway. Agazuma, who also serves as the President of Youth Leaders for African Democracy, recounted the ordeal to journalists in Benin. Agazuma explained that after his flight…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reforming the almajiri education system, aiming to provide quality education for millions of Nigerian children. During a visit to the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education in Abuja, the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to addressing the challenges faced…
A tragic tanker explosion has claimed the lives of more than 30 people along the Baddegi-Agaie Road in Dendo community, Agaie Local Government Area of Niger State. The devastating accident occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday. According to a statement by Abdullahi Baba-Arab, Director-General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), the incident happened…
The community of Sapele in Delta State has been left in shock following the alleged murder of Mrs. Fatima Umukoro, proprietress of His Majesty Group of Schools, reportedly at the hands of her son, Emmanuel Umukoro. The tragic incident occurred late on Saturday, with witnesses describing the scene as horrific. According to neighbors, Emmanuel was…
Pope Francis made a historic journey on Sunday to one of the most remote corners of the world, traveling deep into the jungle of Papua New Guinea (PNG) to meet local Catholics and provide crucial medical and humanitarian supplies. The 87-year-old pontiff arrived in Vanimo, a remote township with a population of about 12,000, located…
The Senate has postponed its planned investigation into alleged sabotage within Nigeria’s petroleum sector, citing the need for broader consultations with key stakeholders. This decision is intended to enhance the value of the upcoming investigative hearing, ensuring a comprehensive review of the issues at hand. In addition to stakeholder input, the postponement was attributed to…
Nigeria’s Folashade Oluwafemiayo has just broken her World Record in the women’s over 86kg Para-Powerlifting, becoming the first Para-athlete in history to lift 166kg. It is an improvement from her existing WR of 165kg. She also added a gold medal to the record. It is an incredible performance from Oluwafemiayo who takes Nigeria’s…
A university don and former presidential candidate of Mass Action Joint Alliance (MAJA), Prof. Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies, has appealed to Nigerian students to shelve the planned nationwide protest on fuel price hike slated for September 15, 2024. Adesanya-Davies equally called on the federal government to urgently proffer solutions to the fuel price hike, the…
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Tragedy struck in the early hours of Sunday as three persons were confirmed dead with others sustaining injuries when an oil tanker rammed into 10 vehicles in Maryland axis of Lagos. Confirming the tragic incident, the Head of the Public Affairs Unit, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, (LASEMA), Nosa Okunbor, disclosed this in…
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has condemned the Federal Government’s recent decision to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) from 7.5 per cent to 10 per cent. The civil rights organization criticized the government for imposing additional financial strain on Nigerians, stating that these policies are driving the population into…
Christian leaders in Nigeria, yesterday, urged the Federal Government to implement social welfare schemes to cushion the effects of the latest petrol price increment. They encouraged government to facilitate repairs of local refineries, stressing that it would not only reduce the cost of fuel but also create employment for the youths. Those…
About three people were killed and several others left injured in a series of multiple accidents along the Maryland axis of Lagos State in the early hours of Sunday. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the fatalities in a statement issued by the agency’s Head of Public Affairs, Nosa Okunbor. According to Okunbor,…
The Operatives of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)have intercepted consignments of cocaine and pharmaceutical opioids concealed in ladies’ sanitary pads and hair treatment cream containers, heading to the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Cyprus at three courier firms in Lagos. This was disclosed by Femi Babafemi, Director, Media & Advocacy, NDLEA Headquarters, Abuja, in a…
Ademola Lookman scored twice, while Victor Osimhen added a third as Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a commanding 3-0 win over Benin Republic in their opening match of the AFCON 2025 Group D qualifiers on Saturday in Uyo. The victory was a crucial turnaround for the Super Eagles, who had struggled in their previous three matches,…
The Pakistani High Commissioner to Nigeria, Retired Maj-Gen. Sohail Khan, has highlighted Pakistan’s significant contribution to global peacekeeping efforts, noting that the country’s armed forces have been the largest contributors to United Nations peacekeeping missions since 1960. Speaking at the annual Defence and Martyrs Day commemoration in Abuja, Maj-Gen. Khan underscored the bravery of Pakistan’s…
Liverpool Football Club is mourning the death of its legendary former captain, Ron Yeats, who passed away at the age of 86. Renowned for his commanding presence on the pitch, Yeats was famously described by manager Bill Shankly as a “colossus.” The former Scotland international was instrumental in Liverpool’s rise to prominence, playing a key…
The Forum of Zonal Coordinators of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has advocated for constructive dialogue instead of protests in response to the recent increase in petrol prices. The coordinators emphasized that engaging in discussions with relevant stakeholders would be a more effective way to address the issue and find sustainable solutions, rather…
Protests have broken out across France following President Emmanuel Macron’s appointment of centre-right politician Michel Barnier as Prime Minister, a move that has drawn backlash from left-wing parties accusing Macron of disregarding the results of the recent legislative elections. Demonstrations occurred in major cities including Paris, Nantes, Nice, Marseille, and Strasbourg, reflecting widespread discontent over…
Isau Ogunkunle has won a bronze medal in the men’s para-table tennis event at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, adding to Team Nigeria’s medal haul. Ogunkunle reached the semi-finals but was defeated 3-1 by South Korea’s Young-Gun Kim, the world’s second-ranked player. Despite taking an early lead by winning the first set, Ogunkunle ultimately fell with…
The Delta State government has cautioned against the unauthorized collection of development levies, emphasizing that violators will face severe penalties, including up to two years in prison as prescribed by law. Fred Oghenesivbe, Director General of the Delta State Bureau of Orientation and Communications, issued the warning in a statement on Saturday. He reiterated that…
