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The Federal Government has declared Monday, September 16, 2024, as a public holiday in observance of Eid-ul-Mawlid, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. In the statement, the…
Complied by AWONIYI Serah OLUWATOSIN ND23/ Mac/ 073 In the ever-evolving world of broadcasting, a new station has emerged, rapidly taking over the airwaves and redefining what it means to deliver timely, accurate, and engaging news. InfoGiant FM 97.1, the latest entrant in Nigeria’s radio industry, is not just another station—it’s a powerhouse of innovation…
The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has expressed disappointment in President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing the President of failing to meet the expectations of many Nigerians who supported his rise to power. Adams specifically criticized Tinubu’s handling of the petroleum sector, particularly the recent hike in the price of premium motor spirit…
The United Nations has raised alarms about the potential outbreak of cholera in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Maiduguri, Borno State, following severe flooding in the area. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the organization expressed concern over the contamination of water sources,…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
One year after his passing, the remains of Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, the esteemed designer of the Nigerian national flag, were interred in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The family proceeded with the burial after the anticipated state funeral from the Federal Government did not materialize. Pa Akinkunmi, who passed away on September 4, 2023,…
No fewer than 17 pupils have been confirmed dead following a fire incident at the Hillside Endarasha Primary School, Central Kenya. Report learnt that the unfortunate incident occurred on Thursday night when the pupils were asleep. The spokesperson of the Kenyan Police, Resila Onyango confirmed the development to local media on Friday…
The recent hike in petrol prices by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has sparked a range of reactions from residents in Akure, the capital of Ondo State. The sharp increase has taken many by surprise, as the price of petrol has surged from ₦580-₦950 per liter to a staggering ₦1,400 per liter, despite…
The National Unity Forum (NUF), a non-governmental organization focused on promoting national unity and diversity, has extended warm congratulations to Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi on his recent appointment as Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement released by the NUF’s National Coordinator, Comrade Godwin Meliga, on Wednesday,…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has disassociated itself from a widely circulated notice claiming that the student body is organizing nationwide protests on September 15, 2024, in response to the recent fuel price hike. Speaking to Newsmen, NANS national president, Comrade Lucky Emonefe, clarified that no such protest has been planned, labeling the…
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to invest N110 billion in youth empowerment programs aimed at harnessing the potential of Nigerian youth. Speaking at the fourth Zonal Town Hall meeting for youth in the North East, held in Maiduguri, Borno State, the Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, highlighted the government’s commitment to…
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has pledged to provide free legal representation to protesters facing prosecution for their involvement in the #EndBadGovernance demonstrations. NBA President, Afam Osigwe, announced the launch of a pro bono legal support program aimed at ensuring fair treatment for protesters within the criminal justice system. He made this known through a…
The National Hydro Power Producing Area Commission (N-HYPPADEC) has called for the declaration of a state of emergency on flooding in the states covered by the commission following the increasing severity and frequency. The managing director of N-HYPPADEC, Alhaji Abubakar Yelwa, said reports from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) this year…
Reports from Katsina State indicate that a fire broke out in the early hours of Monday, September 2, 2024, at a section of the Government House. Though no casualties were recorded as a result of the fire outbreak, an eyewitness within the Government House revealed that the fire burnt part of the chamber even…
A staff member of Radio Nigeria, Pyramid FM, Mukhtar Dahiru, has been remanded in a correctional facility by a Kano Magistrate Court for alleged criminal conspiracy, defamation, and insult. The charges were brought forward by Anas Abba Dala, a former aide to the ex-governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje. Dahiru’s actions were found to be…
The Oyo State government has launched an electronic payment system for retirees’ gratuities to ensure a secure, efficient, and uninterrupted disbursement process. Speaking at a three-day data capturing and e-payment exercise for retirees at the Nigeria Union of Pensioners’ Building in Agbarigo, Onireke, Ibadan, Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Olusegun Olayiwola, announced that the initiative…
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has appointed Alhaji Haruna Yunusa Danyaya as the 17th Emir of Ningi Emirate. Alhaji Haruna Yunusa Danyaya, born in Ningi in 1956, was the immediate-past Chiroman Ningi. His appointment was confirmed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the Bauchi State Government, Barrister Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim. The decision was…
The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN) to conduct forensic reviews and analyses of candidates’ credentials ahead of elections. At the signing event in Abuja, IPAC Chairman, Alhaji Yusuf Dantalle, stated that the agreement is…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced that over 153 million Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) have been successfully linked to a National Identity Number (NIN), achieving a compliance rate of 96%, up from 69.7% in January 2024. In a directive issued on Wednesday, the NCC instructed all Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to ensure the mandatory…
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has announced that President Bola Tinubu will soon submit the whistleblowing policy to the National Assembly for legislative approval. Edun made this statement during a meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, titled “Implementing the Whistleblowing Policy in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges, and the Way Forward.”…
A recent report from various development partners reveals that 31.8 million Nigerians are currently experiencing acute food insecurity, worsened by malnutrition among women and children. The report, presented by organizations such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), GIZ, and Agsys, was disclosed at a joint review meeting in…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has returned equipment worth millions of naira to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Kano State High Court. Speaking during the handover, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SC Ibrahim Abdullahi, revealed that the items were recovered after being stolen by hoodlums during a…
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the people of Ningi Emirate and the Bauchi State government following the death of Alhaji Yunusa Muhammad Danyaya, the Emir of Ningi. The revered first-class monarch passed away early Sunday morning. In a statement, President Tinubu praised the late Emir as a distinguished leader who used his…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has released Adejuwon Soyinka, the Regional Editor of The Conversation Africa, following his detention at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Sunday. Earlier in the day, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to demand Soyinka’s immediate release, citing concerns over freedom…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, has extended her congratulations to the Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, on behalf of Nigerian women. Justice Kekere-Ekun is the second woman in Nigeria’s history to hold the top judicial position, a fact that underscores the significance of her appointment. In a statement, Mrs. Tinubu…
The Federal Government, through the National Economic Council (NEC), has finalized plans to provide N3 billion in relief to states severely impacted by recent flooding. Affected regions include Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara, Jigawa, Katsina, Niger, Gombe, and Kano, among others. Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, made the announcement during a visit to Birnin Kebbi alongside Governor…
