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Abuja, Nigeria: Vice President Kashim Shettima departed Abuja on Friday for Libreville, Gabon, where he will represent Nigeria at the inauguration of President-elect Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. Oligui Nguema, who has served as Gabon’s transitional leader since August 2023, was formally elected president following a decisive victory in the April 12 presidential election….
Edo State, Nigeria — Over the past two weeks, renewed cult violence in Edo State has led to several deaths. In response, the Edo State Police Command has arrested a total of 95 individuals. On Saturday, Moses Yamu, the Command’s spokesman, announced that 64 of the suspects have been charged and remanded in court, while…
Banjul, The Gambia — The Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has once again urged Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to reconsider their exit from the regional bloc and return to the community of West African nations. This appeal came at the close of a five-day Joint Committee Delocalised Meeting in…
Katsina state , Nigeria: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on state governors to remain focused on delivering impactful governance, stressing that tangible achievements will speak louder than criticism. He urged them to ignore detractors and instead let their work define their leadership. Speaking during a two-day working visit to Katsina State, the President underscored…
Nigeria — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has traced funds linked to the failed crypto bridge exchange (CBEX) scheme to at least four countries. Speaking on a Channels Television programme on Wednesday night, EFCC chairman, Ola Olukoyede, said although efforts are underway to recover the stolen funds, full restitution to victims…
Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday said his administration remained committed to prioritising the welfare of Nigerian workers. The president said this in a post on his official X handle to mark the 2025 Workers’ Day, acknowledging the critical role of workers in national development. “To every Nigerian worker, Happy Workers’ Day. You…
Abuja,Nigeria: UN Women, in partnership with the Women Political Participation Partners Working Group, has called on Nigerians to support the Special Seats Bill—an initiative designed to increase women’s representation in both the National Assembly and state legislatures. The appeal was made during a high-level conference held in Abuja titled “Conference on the Special Seats Bill:…
Ogun State, Nigeria — Nigerian singer Habeeb Olalomi Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been sentenced to three months’ imprisonment following his conviction on assault and theft-related charges. The judgment was delivered by Chief Magistrate Babajide Ilo at the Magistrates’ Court in Ifo, Ogun State. The case, marked MIF/192C/2023, dates back to November 18, 2022,…
Nigeria: The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has urged the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) to take a leading role in initiating reforms aimed at reshaping Nigeria’s national mindset—an effort he described as crucial to effective nation-building and long-term development. Speaking while receiving participants of NIPSS Senior Executive Course…
Nigeria: The Nigerian government is poised to commence the strategic export of skilled labour to countries across the globe, according to the Director-General of the Nigeria Technical Aid Corps (NTAC), Alhaji Yusuf The initiative is aimed at tackling domestic unemployment while enhancing Nigeria’s international cooperation and soft power. Speaking in Abuja during the official…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has introduced zinc-fortified rice varieties, FARO 71 and FARO 72, to combat malnutrition and enhance food security across Nigeria. The initiative was unveiled by the Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, during a press briefing in Abuja, emphasizing the nutritional and agricultural value of the…
Warri, Delta State — The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has come under intense criticism from energy stakeholders and industry analysts over the shutdown of the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company (WRPC), despite a reported $897.6 million overhaul. The refinery, which was declared operational in December 2024 following years of dormancy, ceased operations on…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has called on the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to actively safeguard the reputation and sanctity of the judiciary amidst growing concerns over baseless petitions. The call was conveyed in a statement issued by Mr. Tobi Soniyi, the CJN’s Senior Special Assistant on Media,…
Paiko, Niger State — The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General O.O. Nafiu, has encouraged corps members in Niger State to wholeheartedly embrace the principles of national unity, cultural diversity, and self-empowerment as central to the NYSC’s vision. During his visit to the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Paiko, Brigadier…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Government of Nigeria has expressed strong condemnation over the recent terror attack in South Kashmir’s Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives and injured many, most of them tourists. In an official statement, Mr. Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, labeled the attack as a heartbreaking tragedy and reaffirmed…
Kano state, Nigeria: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), through its Kano Zonal Command, has initiated an investigation into the seizure of foreign currencies totaling $86,500, 305,150 Saudi Riyals, and €200 at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. The funds were intercepted by Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) officers on Sunday, April 27, after a clearing…
Nigeria: The Chairman of the Lagos State Branch of the Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON), Mr. Olusola Ogunleye, has underscored the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies in advancing occupational health and safety standards across Nigerian workplaces. Addressing journalists in Lagos during a press briefing to commemorate the…
Kebbi state, Nigeria: The Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has confirmed that all necessary arrangements have been concluded for the successful participation of its pilgrims in the 2025 Hajj exercise in Saudi Arabia. At the agency’s inaugural briefing held in Birnin Kebbi, the 2025 Amirul Hajj and Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samaila Muhammad Mera, assured…
Umuahia, Nigeria — The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has advocated for renewed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasizing the transformational strides of his administration. In separate meetings with the Tinubu Mandate Support Group (TMSG) and Club 17 Initiative in Umuahia, Kalu described President Tinubu as “a forward-thinking…
US – The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, yesterday, advised the United States to critically re-evaluate its stance on reciprocal tariffs, particularly as they impact the fragile economies of poor African nations. This was as United States President, Donald Trump, announced yesterday, that he was involved in settling violent conflicts…
Nigeria – Mr. Olayemi, has said that the apex bank will redouble its efforts to sustain the gains of recent reforms and achieve a single-digit inflation rate. Cardoso said this while speaking alongside the Minister of Finance and the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, at the closing press briefing on the country’s…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Senate has commended the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for its impressive use of surveillance technologies during the ongoing 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The commendation came during an oversight visit led by Senator Muntari Dandutse, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFund, who monitored…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has formally addressed recent comments made by Pastor Tunde Bakare, describing his assertions as “unwarranted invective” capable of eroding public confidence in the nation’s democratic institutions. The response was contained in an official statement released by Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee…
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has been drawn into Group D alongside Mozambique and Rwanda for the upcoming 2025 AfroBasket Championship. The announcement, made ahead of the highly anticipated tournament scheduled to hold in Côte d’Ivoire from July 26 to August 3, sets the stage for a competitive showdown as…
Katsina state,Nigeria: Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has launched the Katsina Green Growth Agenda (KAGGA), a strategic initiative aimed at driving climate infrastructure investments and promoting sustainable development throughout the state. During the Katsina State Climate Action and Green Investment Summit in Abuja, Governor Radda described the KAGGA as a key turning point in the…
VATICAN CITY , Nigeria — Nearly 50,000 mourners have visited St. Peter’s Basilica in less than 24 hours to pay tribute to Pope Francis, whose body lies in state following his death earlier this week, the Vatican confirmed. Originally scheduled to close at midnight on Wednesday (22:00 GMT), the basilica extended its public viewing hours…
NiMet – An industrial action by aviation labour unions over the failure of Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) management to acquiesce to the demands of its workers impacted flight operations yesterday. News investigations revealed that domestic airlines operated their flights but some travellers experienced delays to some destinations. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), which monitored…
Nigeria: The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has disputed claims made by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who recently stated that 150 million Nigerians now have access to adequate electricity with a generation of 5,500MW NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, criticized the minister’s statement, asserting that it misrepresents the reality of the country’s power supply….
Nigeria: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Council is assessing the future of its operations, including the potential relocation of institutions and agencies currently situated in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, after the three nations formally withdrew from the regional bloc This development was revealed in a statement by Alkasim Abdulkadir, Special Assistant…
Katsina state,Nigeria: Katsina State Governor Dr. Dikko Umar Radda has expressed full backing for the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy’s efforts to preserve Nigeria’s cultural heritage and promote the country’s creative industry Governor Radda made the declaration during a courtesy visit to Hajia Hannatu Musa Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture,…
Marwa – Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd), has expressed worry over substance abuse, saying one in seven Nigerians between the ages of 15 and 64 now use drugs. Marwa, however, explained that the push for drug integrity test for youth corps members, prospective couples…
