Nigeria: The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. OO Oluyede, has emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between the Nigerian Army and the media to bolster national security and counter misinformation Speaking at the Nigerian Army Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) Quarterly Media Chat in Gombe, Oluyede highlighted the media’s crucial role in promoting national unity and…
Nasarawa State, Nigeria: The Nasarawa State Government has launched a community-based strategy aimed at enhancing collaboration between security agencies, grassroots leaders, and local communities to promote sustainable peace and drive development in rural areas Speaking at a press briefing in Lafia, Peter Ahemba, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Public Affairs, emphasized the government’s…
Nigeria: Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has decried the growing disregard for ethical principles among lawyers in the country Speaking at the public presentation of the Legal Practitioners’ Disciplinary Committee report in Abuja, Justice Kekere-Ekun emphasized the need to enforce professional discipline among legal practitioners. She urged the committee to carry out this…
Nigeria: The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a new date for the 2025 Mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), rescheduling it from April 5 to April 10, 2025 This adjustment, as stated in JAMB’s weekly bulletin, aims to ensure that all necessary preparations are completed, incorporating various innovations and enhancements to make…
Nigeria: Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court has withdrawn from presiding over the case involving Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central District, due to allegations of bias raised by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court has withdrawn from presiding over the case involving Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing…
Nigeria: A coalition of over 200 civil society organizations under the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room has strongly condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State The group argued that the decision exceeded constitutional authority, undermined federalism, and violated the Nigerian Constitution, setting a dangerous precedent for future undemocratic…
Nigeria: The Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors have arrived in Kebbi State, poised to launch their campaign in the 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League. Following a impressive debut last season, where they finished second behind champions Kebbi BSC, the team is determined to claim the top spot this year. With new recruits bolstering their squad, the…
Nigeria: The Commissioners of Police in Anambra and Enugu states, Ikioye Orutugu and Mamman, respectively, have joined forces to devise operational strategies aimed at enhancing security in the two neighboring states. This collaborative effort is in line with the Inspector-General of Police’s enhanced policing guidelines, which prioritize proactive policing and intelligence sharing. The commissioners identified…
Nigeria: Former Head of State and founding father of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), General Yakubu Gowon, has commended the Scheme’s managers for sustaining its vision of fostering national unity and integration The NYSC, established in 1973, initially faced strong opposition from Nigerian students but has since become a widely accepted institution promoting national…
Nigeria: The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has successfully evacuated 956 Nigerians stranded in Libya in the first quarter of 2025. This rescue effort was carried out in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Nigeria and the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCRMI). The breakdown of the returnees includes…
Nigeria: The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, has cautioned state governments against frustrating the implementation of the Supreme Court judgment granting financial autonomy to local governments The judgment, delivered on July 11, 2024, directed local governments to open accounts with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to receive their allocations…
Kano, Nigeria — The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended a 42-year-old Indian woman, Ms. Neetu Neetu, for attempting to smuggle heroin disguised as chocolate into Nigeria. Neetu was arrested at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport on Friday, March 14, after NDLEA operatives discovered 72 parcels of heroin meticulously factory-sealed in wafer wrappers…
Nigeria: The Katsina State Government has announced the passing of Hajiya Safara’u Umaru Baribari, the mother of Governor Dikko Umaru Radda, at the age of 93. According to a statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Malam Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, Hajiya Safara’u passed away on Sunday night. Hajiya Safara’u was a highly respected figure, known…
Nigeria: The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the release of the 2025 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results for private candidates According to a statement posted on WAEC’s official X handle, the results are now available for candidates to check their performance. This development marks a significant milestone for private…
Nigeria: Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) has been identified as the leading cause of cervical cancer among women of reproductive age, with over 12,000 cases diagnosed annually in Nigeria Despite the availability of HPV vaccines, misconceptions and cultural barriers have hindered uptake. To address this challenge, the Community Link for Health and Family Planning Advocacy (CLHFPA)…
Nigeria:A group of female entrepreneurs has called on the government and financial institutions to remove obstacles hindering women’s participation in business, citing gender-insensitive policies, stringent loan conditions, and limited access to resources as major challenges. Speaking during a virtual Women’s Economic Empowerment Media Conversation, organized by Gatefield, the entrepreneurs emphasized the need for systemic changes…
Nigeria: Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has consented to cease targeting advertisements at individual users in the UK based on personal data, following a lawsuit filed by Tanya O’Carroll, a London-based tech policy and human rights advocate. Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has consented to cease targeting advertisements at individual users in the UK based on personal…
Nigeria: Nigeria is poised to host the first-ever Africa Raw Materials Summit, scheduled to take place from May 20 to 22, 2025, in Abuja. The summit, organized by the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC), aims to bring together key stakeholders from across the globe to exchange ideas and develop strategies for advancing Africa’s…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The decision was reached on Thursday, March 21, following a closed-door session held by lawmakers to deliberate on the issue. The approval follows President Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in the state…
Abuja, Nigeria — A coalition of opposition leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has strongly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. During a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, March 20, key opposition figures, including former Secretary to the Government of…
Abuja, Nigeria — A devastating road accident in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has claimed six lives, left several injured, and resulted in the destruction of 14 vehicles. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday evening near the Nyanya Bridge when a Dangote truck, heavily loaded with cement, lost control and crashed into vehicles stuck in…
Column, DNEWSINFO Nigeria has experienced several states of emergency since its independence in 1960, often triggered by political crises, security threats, and governance failures. Declaring a state of emergency is a constitutional provision under Section 305 of the Nigerian Constitution, which grants the President or a State Governor the authority to suspend normal governance and…
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has assured Nigerians, particularly those living with HIV, that there is no scarcity of antiretroviral drugs in the country. This reassurance was given by Dr. Temitope Ilori, Director-General of NACA, in a statement released today in Abuja. The agency’s clarification comes in response…
Kebbi, Nigeria — The Kebbi State Government has confirmed a rise in the death toll from the ongoing meningitis outbreak, with fatalities now reaching 56 across affected local government areas. Addressing journalists, Dr. Nuhu Koko, the Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Health, disclosed that the deaths were recorded in Gwandu (25), Jega (16),…
Paris, France — France captain Kylian Mbappé has expressed his admiration for Zinedine Zidane, stating he would be thrilled if the former Real Madrid coach becomes the next manager of the French national team. Current France head coach Didier Deschamps has confirmed that he will step down following the 2026 FIFA World Cup., opening speculation…
Quan Pan, Plateau State — Security operatives in Plateau State have apprehended two brothers, Haruna and Usman Mohammed, for allegedly kidnapping one Muhammad Sani Juli and extorting a ransom of ₦2.2 million. Authorities also linked Usman Mohammed to attacks on travelers along Juku Road in Nasarawa State. During interrogation, he confessed that their criminal o…
Kigali, Rwanda — Ademola Lookman affirms the Super Eagles’ readiness for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda, stressing that the team is not under any pressure to win. In a statement to Ojb Sports, Lookman, the Atalanta forward, stated that the three-time African champions are fully prepared for the challenge ahead, despite…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — The Rivers State House of Assembly has expressed full support for President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in the state, citing prolonged political instability. In a statement released by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, the Assembly attributed the crisis to the actions of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal High Court in Abuja has overturned its previous order that nullified all Senate actions taken during the pending legal battle between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Delivering the ruling on March 19, 2025, Justice Obiora Egwuatu set aside the earlier March 4 order, which had declared any…
Anambra State, Nigeria: The Anambra State House of Assembly has endorsed Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s leadership with a unanimous vote of confidence, acknowledging his administration’s notable achievements over the past three years The Anambra State House of Assembly has endorsed Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s leadership with a unanimous vote of confidence, acknowledging his administration’s notable…
Nigeria: Nigeria’s inflation rate declined to 23.18% in February, marking a 1.30% decrease from the 24.48% recorded in January, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This downward trend indicates moderating price pressures. On a year-on-year basis, the February 2025 inflation rate is 8.52% lower than the 31.70% recorded in February 2024, representing a…
