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Abuja, Nigeria:The Senate of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has voted to strip former President Joseph Kabila of his legal immunity, clearing the way for potential prosecution on charges of treason and war crimes. In a decisive move on Thursday, nearly 90 senators supported the motion to lift Kabila’s immunity, with only five voting…
Abuja, Nigeria: The Federal Government has spotlighted the sugar industry as a strategic pillar in its ambition to grow Nigeria’s economy to $1 trillion, according to the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr John Owan Eno. Speaking during a public hearing at the House of Representatives on the proposed amendment to the National Sugar…
Rivers, Nigeria — Some of the commuters at Mbano Camp junction in Oyigbo local government area of Rivers, on Thursday, have appealed for the state government’s intervention on the bad roads in the area. The commuters, who spoke in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at Oyigbo, said that the Oyigbo to…
Abuja,Nigeria:The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced plans to organize a mop-up Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for candidates who were unable to participate in the 2025 exercise. JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed this during a stakeholder meeting in Abuja, held to review challenges encountered during the recent examination cycle. According to…
Abuja, Nigeria :The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has called on governments and healthcare institutions to prioritize the training of healthcare workers and invest in robust infrastructure to improve the monitoring of Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI). This move aims to promote safer vaccination practices and reinforce public trust in immunization programs across the…
Nigeria — APC chieftain and youth advocate, Comrade Isaac Balami has condemned the constant attacks on Seyi Tinubu, stating that an attack on him should be seen as a slap on Nigerian youth and the less privileged whom Mr. Tinubu has dedicated his time to the protection of their rights and privileges. Balami, who referenced…
Madinah, Saudi Arabia — As pilgrims continue their sacred journey in the revered city of Madinah, many are partaking in Ziyara—an enriching spiritual tour that offers a profound connection to the roots of Islam and the legacy of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Ziyara, a non-obligatory but spiritually recommended aspect of the pilgrimage, invites…
Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives has called for an independent investigation into the errors that marred the conduct of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), expressing deep regret over the challenges faced by affected candidates. The demand was made by Mr. Oboku Oforji, Chairman of the House Committee on Basic Education and…
Bauchi, Nigeria — The latest figures from the 2023/2024 National Demographic Health Survey (NDHS) reveal a troubling child mortality rate in Bauchi State, where 125 out of every 1,000 live births result in death before age five. The statistics place Bauchi well above the national under-five mortality average of 101 per 1,000 and reflect closely…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the release of results for 379,000 candidates who participated in the rescheduled Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), slated for Wednesday, May 20. This was made known by the Registrar of JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, following the completion of the makeup exams conducted between…
Nigeria — The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has returned from a trip to the Vatican, emphasising that his participation in the inauguration ceremony of Pope Leo XIV should not be misconstrued as political. Accordimg to a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Obi clarified that the…
Nigeria – Radio listeners who called into FAD FM Calabar have expressed outrage over remarks made by the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State, Barrister Alphonsus Eba, during a live radio interview. During the early morning programme, which focused on defections to the APC and the ongoing economic challenges in…
Lagos, Nigeria — Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, Adebowale Adedayo, widely known as Mr Macaroni, has shared personal insights on love, heartbreak, and the complexities of modern relationships, especially within Lagos. Appearing as a guest on a recent episode of the Dating in Lagos Show, hosted by media personality Ariyiike Dimples, the entertainer opened up…
Lagos, Nigeria — Renowned Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has publicly expressed admiration and affection for Edo State legislator, Natasha Osawaru, following her recent recognition. The Afro-pop legend took to his Instagram Story to shower praises on the lawmaker, whom he fondly referred to as the “most beautiful lawmaker,” while congratulating…
Abuja,Nigeria:The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has commended Nigeria’s Electronic Mining Cadastre Plus (eMC+) portal, describing it as a regional model for promoting transparency and efficiency in the extractive sector. This endorsement came during a high-level visit by ECOWAS technical experts and national representatives to the Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office (NMCO) in Abuja,…
Kano state, Nigeria:More than 60 secondary schools across Kano State participated in a week-long series of academic, entrepreneurial, and sporting competitions as part of activities marking AGILE Week 2025, organized under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project. The event, held to spotlight the talents and intellectual strengths of adolescent girls, featured…
Kano state, Nigeria: The Kano State Censorship Board has announced an indefinite ban on all Kauyawa Day events—popularly known as Villagers’ Day celebrations—alongside a suspension of operations at all event centres across the state. The announcement was made by the Board’s Executive Secretary, Abba El-Mustapha, during a press briefing on Saturday following a management meeting…
Zamfara state, Nigeria:The Zamfara State Government has restated its commitment to strengthening the state’s healthcare system by providing accessible, high-quality services and reducing dependence on external medical referrals. Governor Dauda Lawal made this known during the commissioning of the fully renovated and remodeled General Hospital in Gusau, the state capital. The rehabilitation project, he said,…
Osun state, Nigeria: The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Osun State has issued a two-week ultimatum to owners of unregistered or improperly registered vehicles and motorcycles to regularize their documentation or face enforcement action. This directive was announced by the Osun State Sector Commander, Mr. Leye Adegboyega, in a statement released by the Corps’…
Delta state,Nigeria: Severe coastal erosion has devastated Akugbene Community in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State, leaving many residents homeless and without means of livelihood. The erosion, which occurred several days ago, swept away homes, the community’s central jetty, fish ponds, and canoes, triggering fears of a potential recurrence. Community leaders and affected…
Abuja , Nigeria : As the world commemorates the 2025 International Day of the Boy Child, Amnesty International has called for renewed efforts to create inclusive and equitable societies where boys can thrive free from harmful gender norms. This year’s theme, “Building Self-Esteem in Boys: Stand Up, Be Heard, Be Seen,” emphasizes the importance of…
ABUJA – Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has refuted reports of being sick. Wike assured that he is hale and hearty, while attributing reports of him being sick to naysayers. He spoke in an interview with BBC Pidgin that will be released on Saturday evening. According to Wike: “As I’m talking to…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Federal Government has announced that tertiary institutions with fewer than 2,000 enrolled students will no longer be eligible for funding from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). This was disclosed by the Minister of Education, Mr. Tunji Alausa, during a one-day strategic engagement with institutional heads, bursars, and procurement officers held…
Abuja, Nigeria— The House of Representatives has called for the swift and unconditional release of 18 individuals kidnapped by sea pirates en route to Bonny Kingdom, Rivers State. The demand was made during Tuesday’s plenary session following a motion of urgent public importance raised by Hon. Cyril Hart, a lawmaker representing Rivers State. Addressing the…
Abu Dhabi, UAE — U.S. President Donald Trump has opted out of attending a key peace summit in Turkey aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, choosing instead to return to Washington to meet his newborn grandchild. The announcement came during an event in the United Arab Emirates, where Trump revealed that…
Bauch, Nigeria — Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has approved a donation of N100m to support families of vigilantes and villagers who were recently ambushed and killed by bandits. The governor made the announcement on Thursday during a condolence visit to Duguri, Gwana, Yelwa Duguri, and other affected communities in the Alkaleri Local Government…
Abuja, Nigeria— The World Bank has raised concerns over the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL) partial remittance of revenue gains following the removal of the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) subsidy. This observation was detailed in the World Bank’s latest Nigeria Development Update (NDU), released in May 2025. The report indicates that despite the official…
Ogun, Nigeria — The Residents of Ogun State have dismissed claims of “deadly rice” circulating in communities within the state, describing the rumours as mere “business gimmick.” Recently, voice messages were circulated by concerned parents and relatives, warning their loved ones against buying or consuming rice. According to the messages, a foreign trader allegedly invoked…
United States – Harvard president Alan Garber will take a voluntary 25% pay cut, as the elite university faces mounting federal funding reductions under U.S President Donald Trump’s administration. U.S media reported on Thursday, citing the university. The salary cut is set to take effect at the start of the new fiscal year on July…
Abuja, Nigeria: The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has confirmed the successful airlift of 14,165 Nigerian pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. In a statement issued by the Commission’s Assistant Director of Information and Publication, Fatima Sanda Usara, NAHCON reported a notable increase in the number of airlifted pilgrims compared to…
Abuja, Nigeria: The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted a provisional license to the Benue State Government for the establishment of the Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology. The institution will be sited in Ihugh, within the Vandeikya Local Government Area. The Executive Secretary of the NUC, Professor Abdullahi Ribadu, formally handed over…
