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Keffi, Nigeria — Toll operations have resumed at the four plazas along the Keffi-Makurdi highway following a temporary suspension caused by payment processing difficulties. The disruption, which lasted approximately two hours, was attributed to technical issues affecting electronic transactions. However, normal operations have now been restored, with improvements observed in payment processing efficiency across all…
Nigeria _ Toll operations along the Keffi-Makurdi highway have been temporarily suspended due to technical issues affecting electronic payments. According to Christian Kure, Assistant Plaza Manager of Aboshon Toll Plaza in Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Area, the suspension was necessary to address network challenges that led to long queues and frustration among motorists. Kure assured…
Nigeria _ The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has emphasized the need for collaboration to strengthen the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN) and enhance broadband penetration and accessibility across the country. At the inauguration of NBAN in Lagos, Dr. Tijani noted that a single entity cannot achieve the goal…
Nigeria _ Nigerian Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has assured that the 2025 budget will be transmitted to President Bola Tinubu as soon as possible, emphasizing the Senate’s commitment to a seamless budgetary process Speaking at the resumption of plenary on Tuesday in Abuja, Senator Akpabio commended his colleagues for their diligence in scrutinizing the budget,…
Nigeria _ President Bola Tinubu departed Abuja on Wednesday for a private visit to Paris, France, en route to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where he will attend the African Union summit The President’s trip is scheduled ahead of the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council and the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of…
Niger state, Nigeria _The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has embarked on a sensitization campaign in Daku village, Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State, to combat the persistent vandalism of electricity cables and equipment. This move aims to foster collaboration among security agencies, local vigilante groups, and the community to protect vital electricity infrastructure…
Osogbo, Nigeria — The Osun State Executive Council has approved the appointment of Prince Timileyin Oluyemi Ajayi, a UK-based IT engineer, as the new Olojudo of Ido Ajegunle in Obokun Local Government Area. The newly appointed monarch, who holds a degree in Office and Information Management from Lead City University, Ibadan, is a seasoned entrepreneur…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has earmarked N3.57 billion for a structural investigation into the deteriorating conditions of the Third Mainland Bridge and Carter Bridge in Lagos. The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, disclosed that prior evaluations in 2009 and 2013 highlighted structural weaknesses, necessitating a comprehensive study of submerged infrastructure to prevent…
Ilorin, Nigeria — The trial of suspects linked to the murder of Mojisola Awesu, a final-year student at Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa, was postponed due to the absence of legal representation for two principal defendants. The accused, Happiness Adebayo and Timileyin Kolawole, are alleged to have conspired in Awesu’s murder on August…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — The political landscape within the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been further fractured by the controversy surrounding the membership status of former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi. The rift deepened as the party’s state chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, declared that Amaechi and his loyalists…
Abuja, Nigeria — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially released its timetable and schedule of activities ahead of the November 8, 2025, Anambra governorship election. The announcement was made in a statement shared on the party’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle, detailing key dates and guidelines for aspirants seeking the party’s ticket. According to…
Abeokuta, Ogun State — An Ogun State High Court has sentenced three individuals to death by hanging for the brutal murder of Kehinde and Bukola Fatinoye, along with their son, Oreoluwa, on New Year’s Day 2023. Presiding over the case, Justice Basirat Adebowale found Adekambi Lekan, a former driver of the victims, along with Odetola…
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…
