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Nigeria: England manager Thomas Tuchel has announced his inaugural squad selection, featuring a mix of established players and new faces Headlining the list is Aston Villa forward Marcus Rashford, who has regained his form since departing Manchester United in January. Newcastle defender Dan Burn and Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly are among the fresh inclusions, eager to…
Sokoto, Nigeria — Former Governor of Sokoto State and serving Senator, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has expressed confidence that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will reclaim the presidency from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. Tambuwal made this declaration during the flag-off ceremony for a Ramadan relief initiative in Sokoto, where food…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has expressed its full support for the production and promotion of a documentary chronicling Nigeria’s 25 years of uninterrupted democracy. The endorsement was given by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a meeting with the executive members of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) on Friday…
Nigeria: The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has called on the Benue Investment and Property Company (BIPC) to settle its outstanding debt of N3.2 million, which was inherited by the current management This move is aimed at facilitating the provision of enhanced social insurance services for the company’s workforce. NSITF representative Mrs. Msugh Echeno…
Nigeria: The Court of Appeal in Abuja has suspended the reinstatement of Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano, pending a final decision from the Supreme Court The Court of Appeal in Abuja has suspended the reinstatement of Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano, pending a final decision…
Nigeria: In a significant move to bolster regional security, military leaders from West Africa have proposed the establishment of an ECOWAS Counter-Terrorism Brigade This development emerged from the 43rd Ordinary Meeting of the ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff, which concluded in Abuja. The proposed brigade aims to counter the growing threat of terrorism,…
Nigeria: The Federal Government, through the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), has initiated concrete steps to expedite the construction of the Dasin Hausa Dam. This project aims to alleviate the devastating floods that have plagued Taraba, Adamawa, Benue, and other river basin communities for decades. A high-level meeting in Abuja, attended by the ICRC, the…
Nigeria :Nigeria’s Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has reiterated the country’s dedication to advancing financial inclusion, education, and leadership opportunities for women entrepreneurs. This commitment was reaffirmed during a meeting with representatives from Wane Global, CS Strategies, and TAI Corp on the sidelines of the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status…
Nigeria: The President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), Tulia Ackson, has pledged to investigate the suspension of Nigerian Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, ensuring that both sides of the issue are considered before taking any necessary action Ackson’s assurance came after Akpoti-Uduaghan appealed to the IPU and the United Nations (UN) for intervention, describing her suspension as…
NETHERLAND – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on March 11, 2025, at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport upon returning from Hong Kong. The arrest was executed by Philippine authorities in coordination with Interpol, based on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity linked to his controversial “war…
Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu met with members of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Wednesday at the State House, amidst an ongoing leadership crisis within the Assembly The meeting, which was held behind closed doors, included Speaker Mudashiru Obasa and Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda. Although details of the discussions were not disclosed, a participant…
Damaturu, Nigeria — The Yobe State House of Assembly has passed an amendment bill seeking to enhance the operations of the Yobe State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (YOCHMA), moving it forward for gubernatorial approval. The bill, which aims to improve the administration and effectiveness of the state’s healthcare system, now awaits Governor Mai Mala Buni’s…
Ilorin, Nigeria — A witness for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has testified that former Kwara State Governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed, and his Finance Commissioner, Demola Banu, were not signatories to the Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board (KWSUBEB) account. The testimony was given by Dr. Musa Dasuki, a retired Permanent Secretary at KWSUBEB,…
Nigeria: Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziak Salako, has emphasized the importance of integrating diagnostic services into the country’s healthcare system Speaking at a National Summit in Abuja, Dr. Salako noted that this integration is crucial for enhancing efficiency, eliminating service duplication, and ensuring optimal resource utilization in healthcare delivery….
Nigeria: The United Kingdom and Nigeria have established the Creative Industries Technical Working Group, a significant initiative under the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP) This move aims to strengthen collaboration between the two nations’ creative sectors, driving innovation, cross-border partnerships, and sustainable economic growth. The launch event, held in London, brought together key…
Nigeria: The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petition has issued an ultimatum to the Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Mr. Olusade Adesola, to appear before the committee by Thursday to explain his role in alleged building code violations in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Failure to comply may result in…
Nigeria: The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed over N941 million to approximately 7,000 students of the University of Jos (UNIJOS), ranking the institution third highest in the country to receive the facility. This was disclosed by the Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, during a technical session with stakeholders on the Students’…
Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu has appointed principal officers for the Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Abeokuta, and the Federal College of Education (Technical), Yauri, Kebbi State. The appointees for the Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences include Professor Fatiu Abiola Arogundade as Vice Chancellor, Dr. Obayomi Olukayode Gregory as Registrar, Mrs. Adedokun…
Nigeria: Violent protests erupted in Naka, Benue State, on Tuesday, as angry youths took to the streets, burning houses and buildings in response to the killing of three members of the Civil Protection Guards by suspected armed herdsmen The protests led to the destruction of a significant part of the Local Government Secretariat, the palace…
Nigeria: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Youth Development and Sapphital Ltd to enhance Nigeria’s workforce and expand job opportunities for unemployed Nigerians This collaboration aims to create pathways for skills development, job placement, and entrepreneurship, ultimately contributing to national growth. According to the…
Nigeria: The Anambra State government has handed over a social worker, Mrs. Chinyere Nwofor, to the Zone 13 Nigeria Police force, following allegations of illegal conduct and breach of duty. Mrs. Nwofor, formerly the head of the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Unit, was declared wanted by Zone 13 operatives last year. According to the Commissioner…
EKITI – Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed his condolences to the family of the late General Adeyinka Adebayo over the passing of their mother, Chief (Mrs.) Modupe Adebayo. Madam Adebayo, wife of the former military governor of the old Western State, passed away on Saturday, March 8, at the age of 85….
Asaba, Nigeria— The Delta State Government has introduced stringent measures to curb the rising number of non-resident pregnant women accessing its free maternal healthcare services. Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, Director-General of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission, stated that the influx of non-residents has distorted the state’s healthcare statistics, prompting the need for stricter eligibility criteria….
Nigeria: A violent clash between pastoralists and farmers in the Farin Dutse community of Nasarawa Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, has resulted in the deaths of at least six people, including a pregnant woman The crisis, which began as a minor altercation between a herder and a farmer, quickly escalated, leading to the destruction of…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the necessity of upholding the rule of law to restore stability and progress in Rivers State amid ongoing political tensions. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday during a meeting with leaders from the South-South region under the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), President Tinubu stressed the importance of respecting…
Nigeria: The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has emphasized the importance of continuous learning and professional development in the aviation sector Managing Director, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, highlighted the significance of ongoing training and development, citing her own enriching experience with the Airport Management Professional Accreditation Programme (AMPAP). Mrs. Kuku praised AMPAP’s practical approach, which…
Nigeria: Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, personally supervised the demolition of structures hindering the construction of Arterial Road N16 in Gishiri village, Katampe District, Abuja. The minister emphasized that residents had been adequately informed of the need to vacate the premises, having received eviction notices and compensation offers. Wike stressed that the…
Adamawa, Nigeria — A man has died in Adamawa State after he was stabbed by his younger brother over a N200 piece of meat. The man, Friday Murya, was dealt the deadly knife cut after his butcher brother, Monday Murya, got infuriated during a quarrel over the N200 meat. Monday also stabbed another of his…
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has reiterated the importance of updating National Identification Number (NIN) details exclusively through its official self-service portal to ensure data security and prevent unauthorized access. In a statement released on Monday by the Head of Corporate Communications, the commission assured Nigerians that its self-service platform is…
Istanbul, Turkey — Victor Osimhen has expressed his admiration for Alvaro Morata, hailing their on-field collaboration as exceptional. The Nigerian forward spoke highly of Morata following Galatasaray’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Alanyaspor at the GAIN Park Stadium on Sunday night. Morata, who joined the reigning Turkish Super Lig champions from AC Milan during the January…
Nigeria: Kwara United delivered a dominant performance at the George Innih Stadium in Ilorin, defeating Kano Pillars 2-0 in matchday 28 of the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) This victory propelled Kwara United to 11th place on the NPFL table with 39 points, setting them up for their next fixture against Rangers in Enugu. Kwara…
