ABUJA – In a bid to support Nigeria’s food production, Caribbean countries have expressed their readiness to share their expertise and skills in agriculture with the country. Dr. Levi Odoe, Consular General of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, made this known yesterday while briefing newsmen on efforts to enhance food production in Nigeria….
AN Anambra nurse, Amarachukwu Happiness Nzekwe, who used a hot pressing iron on the back of her househelp has admitted that she did it, saying the aim was to discipline the child. Nzekwe, 38, who hailed from Ezinifite, Aguata local government area of the state, said the reason for using the hot…
The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, says that Small and Medium Enterprises, especially women petty traders form the backbone of Nigeria’s local economy. Oluremi, who was represented by the wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, made the assertion on Thursday at the commencement of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) economic…
In a world fastly embracing artificial intelligence (AI), chatbots have become an integral part of how we interact with technology. From customer service to personal assistants, these AI-driven interfaces are shaping the future. Here’s a look at the top 5 AI chatbots making waves in 2024, per ranking by Forbes. Top AI-Powered chatbots HubSpot Chatbot…
ABUJA – A group, Niger Delta Advocacy Network for Good Governance and Transparency, has threatened to stage a protest at the National Assembly if the Federal Government fails to sack the leadership of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) over the lingering fuel scarcity in the country. The group, in a statement…
Gunmen opened fire on a school bus in Pakistan on Thursday, killing two girls and wounding five other children, police said. The attack occurred in the town of Attock in the central province of Punjab when the children were travelling to attend classes in the morning, police official Usman Haider said. All…
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has assured its full support to the Federal Government in its ongoing efforts to eradicate crude oil theft, a persistent issue that has plagued the nation’s oil and gas sector. The commitment was made on Wednesday by the PENGASSAN President, Comrade Festus…
A former Minister of Information, Prof. Jerry Gana, has called on parents to instill biblical values in their children for national transformation. Gana said said this at the Grand Finale of the “2024 Champion of Champions National Bible Quiz Competition,” on Wednesday in Abuja. The event, which was organised by the Christian Association of Nigeria…
Streeze, one of the recently evicted pairs in the ongoing Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) “No Loose Guard” season, on Wednesday said they cherished their stay on the reality show. During a virtual interview in Lagos, the pair appreciated their fans for the support they have enjoyed so far, keeping them on the…
One of the world’s largest diamonds ever unearthed — a rough 2,492-carat stone — has been found in Botswana, a Canadian mining company that discovered the gem announced Thursday. The diamond was found in the Karowe Diamond Mine in northeastern Botswana, about 430 kilometres (270 miles) from the capital Gaborone, Lucara Diamond…
The Academic Staff Union Of Universities (ASUU), may have primed itself for industrial action, unless the federal government settled issues of concern the union raised within 21 days. The national president, Emmanuel Osodeke stated this while briefing the press on the outcome of its National Executive Council meeting held in Umuahia,…
A Central Bank of Nigeria survey indicated that business activities in Nigeria’s economy are expected to improve in the next six months. This is according to July’s Business Expectations Survey report released by CBN on Wednesday. The survey said that the growth would be driven by Nigeria’s services and agriculture…
Nigerian highlife singer Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour, has agreed with Jamaican reggae icon Buju Banton that afrobeats music lacks depth. Banton sparked controversy after claiming in an interview that Afrobeats music is “f*ckery.” He claimed that Afrobeats had no substance and would fade with time. Reacting…
Eight retired and active members of the Taiwanese military were on Thursday sentenced to prison for up to 13 years for leaking classified information to China. According to NAN, the Taiwan High Court said the eight defendants were handed sentences ranging from a year and a half up to 13 years…
Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah has agreed personal terms with Premier League club Nottingham Forest ahead of his £30 million move away from Mikel Arteta’s side this summer. Arsenal have been eager to offload Nketiah this summer transfer window but have remained determined to see their full valuation met before allowing the…
The Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, has said the proposed 2025 budget for State House agencies will be based on a thorough needs assessment to ensure that funds allocated to agencies were based on actual requirements. Gbajabiamila spoke to the media on Wednesday in Abuja, following…
Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju has declared that former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, is not above the law. Adeyanju said President Bola Tinubu was shielding Bello from being arrested by security agents. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, had initiated fraud cases against Bello over the misappropriation of…
In a captivating session organized by DNEWSINFO on August 20, 2024, the focus was squarely placed on Nigeria’s leadership, governance, and the state of the sports industry. The forum featured prominent political analyst, Engineer Tope Ogunsua, and renowned sports expert, Adekunle Segun, popularly known as Zuma. Both speakers brought deep insights into the topics that…
The United States is collaborating with Nigeria to develop a framework for the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in military operations. This was revealed by Mallory Stewart, Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability at the U.S. Department of State, during a media roundtable in Abuja. Stewart explained that the goal…
The Federal Government has approved an increase in fees for Nigerian passports, set to take effect from September 1, 2024. This was announced by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) spokesperson, Kenneth Udo, via the agency’s X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday. The revision aims to uphold the quality and security standards of the Nigerian Standard…
The Lagos State Government has reintroduced its free medical outreach, “Alaafia Eko,” as part of its efforts to mitigate the impact of economic challenges on residents. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. Kemi Ogunyemi, announced the initiative at a press conference, explaining that it falls under the broader “Eko Cares” programme, which…
The Lagos State Taskforce has launched an operation to eliminate illegal roadside petrol sellers, particularly targeting the Mile 2 Oke area along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway. This initiative is part of the state’s ongoing efforts to address the environmental and security challenges posed by unauthorized vendors and the proliferation of makeshift structures in the area. Under…
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condemnation of the tragic death of Alhaji Isa Bawa, the District Head of Gatawa in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu described the brutal attack on the traditional ruler as…
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Council of Kwara State University, Malete (KWASU), Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali, has called on the people of Ilesha-Baruba and Osi to prepare for the arrival of university staff and students as academic activities are set to begin in their communities soon. Prof. Ambali made this statement during a visit to…
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed the Benue State Chairman, Augustine Agada, and other members of the State Working Committee (SWC). The announcement, made by the NWC led by National Chairman Dr. Abdullahi Umar-Ganduje, was issued from the party headquarters in Abuja. This action contravenes a recent directive…
Amid ongoing legal disputes over the Kano Emirship, the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has been awarded a PhD following a successful remote thesis defense. The viva voce, or oral examination, is a critical component of the PhD process, where candidates present and defend their research in front of a panel of experts….
The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested five individuals, including Alhaji Mohammed Kabawa, Permanent Secretary of the state Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, in connection with a multi-billion Naira drug supply scandal. Public Relations Officer Kabiru I. Kabiru informed reporters in Kano that the arrests are part of an ongoing…
More than 400 dogs in Zambia have died in the past month after consuming contaminated maize-based dog food, officials report. The country’s health minister, Elijah Muchima, has warned that humans could also be at risk. Minister Muchima revealed that roughly half of the 25 samples collected from various milling companies contained dangerously high levels of…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has seized three petrol tankers transporting crude soy oil in the Apapa area of Lagos. In a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, NAFDAC revealed that the tankers had been loaded with the edible oil from an oil depot….
The Sarkin Kudun Gatawa of Gatawa District in Sokoto State, Alhaji Muhammad Bawa, has reportedly passed away while in the custody of bandits. The news of his death was confirmed on Wednesday afternoon by one of his sons, who stated that the family had been informed of the tragic development. Alhaji Bawa was abducted approximately…
The Lagos State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in combating kidnapping activities in the Ikorodu area with the arrest of three suspected kidnappers. The arrest was announced in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who disclosed that the suspects had attempted to kidnap a car dealer at Ebute-Igbogbo…
