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Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in eight Federal Permanent Secretaries and 18 Commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation, and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) in a ceremony held at the State House, Abuja. The swearing-in took place just before the year’s first Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, marking a significant step in strengthening…
Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, on her win at the 67th. Tems took home the Best African Music Performance award, bringing pride to Nigeria on the global stage for the second time. The President commended Tems’ unique artistry and celebrated the…
Uganda, Nigeria _ The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has intensified its surveillance at points of entry, including airports, following the confirmation of an Ebola outbreak in Uganda Although there are no reported cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Nigeria, the agency has advised Nigerians to avoid non-essential travel to affected…
Nasarawa, Nigeria _ Nasarawa State is poised to become a critical hub for Nigeria’s mining industry, according to Dr. Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development The state’s vast mineral resources, including lithium, have made it an attractive partner for the federal government in harnessing the sector’s potential for national development. Recent reformsand policy efforts…
Lagos, Nigeria — Major telecom operators in Nigeria have defended the recent 50% tariff hike, emphasizing its necessity for the sustainability of the industry amid rising economic challenges. The justification was made by the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) during a town hall meeting in Lagos, where key stakeholders, including telecom executives,…
Edited and Compiled by Oladele Emmanuel Miracle ND24/mac/0065 The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Bournemouth, England — Liverpool widened their lead in the Premier League title race, thanks to Mohamed Salah’s double in a commanding 2-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday. Despite Bournemouth’s strong resistance, Arne Slot’s men secured a vital victory, extending their points…
Abuja, Nigeria— The ECOWAS Court of Justice is set to officially launch its upgraded Electronic Case Management System (ECMS), marking a significant step toward digital transformation. The Communications Division of the Court announced that a comprehensive Quality Assurance Workshop and Group Training will precede the platform’s Go-Live Ceremony. The workshop, scheduled for February 2–5, 2025,…
Abuja, Nigeria. — The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated Amanda Azubuike on her promotion to Brigadier General in the United States Army. In a statement from Abuja, Dabiri-Erewa hailed Azubuike’s elevation as a remarkable achievement reflecting her unwavering dedication, resilience, and outstanding service. Born in London to…
Osogbo, Osun State — The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command, has dismantled an illegal mining site in the Sambisa area of Kajola, Atakumosa West Local Government Area. The operation, led by State Commandant Igbalawole Sotiyo, was carried out following extensive intelligence gathering and surveillance, according to a statement by NSCDC…
Gaza — Hamas has released three Israeli hostages in exchange for 183 Palestinian detainees as part of a ceasefire deal. The hostages, identified as Yarden Bibas (34), Ofer Kalderon (53), and Keith Siegel (65), were handed over to the Red Cross on Saturday morning. The exchange follows an agreement brokered last month to ease ongoing…
Edited and Compiled by Adeleke Faith Abiodun The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Matric No: ND24/MAC/0017 Column, DNEWSINFO The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Osun State has extended an invitation to former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, urging him to join the party and contribute to the state’s development. This appeal comes…
Edited and Compiled by Kayode Kunle Abiodun The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Column, DNEWSINFO The Osun State Government, through the Office of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in collaboration with the Global Entrepreneurship Network Nigeria (GENN) and the Enterprise Development Centre, Pan-Atlantic University, is proud to announce the launch of the Creative Business Cup…
Jigawa, Nigeria — A fire outbreak occurred at a filling station in Dutse, the Jigawa state capital, on Thursday evening. The incident occurred around 8pm at Shakkotu along Kiyawa Road, Dutse. An eyewitness said that the fire erupted when a fuel tanker exploded while offloading fuel at the station. They described the scene as chaotic,…
India_ At least 39 people have lost their lives and over 200 injured in a devastating stampede at the Maha Kumbh festival in northern India The tragedy occurred early Wednesday during a sacred ritual bath at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers, where millions of Hindu pilgrims had gathered. Authorities reported…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has returned four recovered title documents to victims of a sophisticated land fraud scheme in Abuja. The title documents, reportedly forged by a criminal syndicate, were unlawfully used to dispossess rightful owners of their properties. Acting on intelligence reports, EFCC operatives apprehended the fraudsters and…
Edited and Compiled by Jimoh Quadri Babatunde ND24MAC0054 The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Column, DNEWSINFO Bishop Funke Felix Adejumo,the global speaker set up to inaugurate school in Osun state,Nigeria as the project have commence. Bishop Funke Adejumo spread the videos of the underway project on her instagram handle. As stated by her,the school building…
Columbia, South Carolina — A 24-year-old Nigerian, Hassanbunhussein Abolore Lawal from Osun State, has been extradited to the United States to face charges related to sextortion, which allegedly led to a minor’s tragic death. Lawal was transferred to US custody on Saturday through a diplomatic agreement with the Nigerian government that ensures he will not…
Agaie, Niger State — Barely a week after the tragic tanker explosion at Dikko junction, Niger State has been hit by another devastating tanker accident at Kusogbogi in Agaie Local Government Area. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday evening, involved a fuel-laden tanker that overturned and caught fire while attempting to overtake another truck. The…
Edited and Compiled by Fadekanmi kikelomo B The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Column, DNEWSINFO Osogbo, Nigeria — The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has dismissed the departure of the Omoluabi Progressives, led by former governor Rauf Aregbesola, as inconsequential, describing it as “good riddance to bad rubbish. This position was outlined in…
Lokoja, Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu has underscored the significance of unity as the foundation for Nigeria’s advancement, urging leaders to learn from the natural confluence of the Rivers Niger and Benue in Kogi State. Speaking at the Kogi Dialogue in Lokoja, an event commemorating Governor Ahmed Ododo’s first year in office, President Tinubu, represented…
Katsina, Nigeria — Former President Muhammadu Buhari has emphasized the complexity of governing Nigeria, while highlighting his integrity during his time in office. Speaking at an All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus meeting held at the Presidential Banquet Hall in Katsina State, Buhari urged leaders to prioritize transparency and accountability as core values. The former president…
Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria — The founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has formally dropped all criminal charges against human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, following the intervention of Yoruba traditional rulers, including the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi. The announcement, made on Sunday, underscores Babalola’s deep respect for Yoruba cultural institutions and…
Nigeria – Members of the Omoluabi Progressives, a group loyal to Rauf Aregbesola, a former governor of Osun State, have agreed to quit the All Progressives Congress, APC, news learnt. https://www.dockaysworld.comng/afe-babalola-withdraws-charges-against-farotimi/ In a statement signed by Abosede Oluwaseun, the group’s Organising and Publicity Secretary, the decision to pull out of the APC was…
Nigeria _ AC Milan produced a thrilling comeback at San Siro on Sunday, defeating Parma 3-2 in a captivating Serie A match. Trailing twice, Milan demonstrated remarkable resilience, scoring two injury-time goals through Tijjani Reijnders and Samuel Chukwueze to secure a historic win. This dramatic victory marked the first time in Serie A history that…
Nigeria _ The construction of a second runway at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja has ground to a halt due to a staggering cost escalation, ballooning from an initial ₦90 billion to a whopping ₦532 billion. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, revealed the shocking development during the ministry’s 2025 budget defense…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has commended FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for his achievements in infrastructure while urging immediate economic reforms to tackle pressing challenges faced by residents. The commendation and recommendations were contained in a communiqué issued following the Council’s first Congress of the year,…
Ilorin, Nigeria — The Kwara State Government has initiated an investigation into the unexpected flooding that affected several rice farmlands in Shonga, Edu Local Government Area. In a statement issued by Rafiu Ajakaye, spokesperson for Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, it was announced that a committee has been established to uncover the cause of the flooding and…
Abuja, Nigeria — The proposed second runway project at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport has been stalled due to an alarming surge in costs, raising concerns over transparency and accountability. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, revealed during the ministry’s 2025 budget defense at the National Assembly that the project’s cost had…
Compiled and Edited by Adio islamiyat wasiu 0013 The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Osogbo, Nigeria — Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has announced that his administration has successfully reduced the state’s infrastructure deficit by over 40%, while pledging to pursue even greater developmental strides. The governor made this declaration on Thursday in Osogbo…
Abuja, Nigeria— Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has officially commissioned the 5-kilometer Gaba-Tokulo road in the Bwari Area Council, a significant infrastructure development project. The road is part of the administration’s commitment to completing one major road project in each of the six Area Councils, as directed by President Bola Tinubu in 2024….
Ikeja Electric Sued for Failing to Deliver Promised 20-Hour Power Supply—Falana Lagos, Nigeria — Renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana has initiated legal action against Ikeja Electric Plc for breaching its commitment to provide 20 hours of uninterrupted power daily to Band “A” customers. The approval to proceed with the suit was granted by…
