Lilongwe, Malawi — President Lazarus Chakwera has ordered the withdrawal of Malawian troops from their peacekeeping mission in the conflict-ridden eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The troops were initially deployed to help combat armed groups in the region. However, last week’s deadly attack on Goma, the capital of North Kivu province, resulted in at least…
Onitsha, Nigeria — Justice Azuka, the lawmaker representing Onitsha North State Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, has been found dead days after his abduction. Azuka was kidnapped on December 24, 2024, along Ugwunabankpa Road, Inland Town, Onitsha. His body was discovered by a joint security task force, confirming fears about his fate….
Panama City, Panama — The Panamanian government has denied US claims that it has waived transit fees for American government vessels using the Panama Canal. In a post on X, the US State Department asserted that its government ships could now cross the canal free of charge, a move it said would save the US…
London, England — The Premier League is considering disciplinary measures for players whose goal celebrations are deemed provocative or damaging to the sport’s reputation. This follows criticism of several players whose celebratory antics were seen as mocking opponents or inciting opposition fans. Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye was booked after flapping his arms like a seagull following…
Milan, Italy — AC Milan’s sporting director, Geoffrey Moncada, has dismissed speculations about Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze leaving the club this season. Recent reports linked Chukwueze with a move to Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas, following earlier interest from Premier League outfit Fulham on transfer deadline day. However, Fulham opted for Brazilian winger Willian instead….
Column, DNEWSINFO In the ever-evolving digital landscape, the role of tech and science journalism has become more crucial than ever. While the fundamental goals of science and technology information (STI) have remained constant over time, the methods of communication and dissemination have evolved dramatically with the rise of digital technologies. The digital age is reshaping…
Column, DNEWSINFO In the digital era, technology influences nearly every aspect of our lives, and tech and science journalism plays a crucial role in bridging complex scientific advancements with the public. As technology evolves rapidly, science and technology journalists are essential in combating misinformation, educating the public, and fostering informed discussions on critical issues. Scientific…
Lagos, Nigeria — Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reached a major milestone, successfully exporting two cargoes of jet fuel to Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil producer and a leading global oil and gas entity. Saudi Aramco, the official national oil company of Saudi Arabia, is a state-owned corporation and a dominant force in the petroleum…
Paris, France — RC Lens midfielder, Basit Hamzat Ojediran, has expressed his strong desire to play for the Super Eagles in the near future. The 21-year-old has been a regular feature for the French Ligue 1 side since his move from Albanian club, Debrecine VSC, last summer. So far, Ojediran has made 11 league appearances,…
Marseille, France — Former Super Eagles left-back, Taye Taiwo, has been officially inducted into Olympique Marseille’s prestigious Legends Club. The club confirmed Taiwo’s induction through a post on their official English X (formerly Twitter) account. “Taye Taiwo is in the house tonight as the former Olympian and Super Eagle is inducted into the #OMLegends club…
Abuja, Nigeria — Dr. Abdullahi Umar-Ganduje, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has acknowledged that while President Bola Tinubu’s reforms are difficult, they are both necessary and unavoidable for the country’s progress. Dr. Ganduje made the statement during a reception for Senator Ned Nwoko of Delta North, who recently defected from the People’s…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has attributed widespread corruption in Nigeria to poor wages for salary earners and a lack of integrity among public officials. ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Aliyu, made this assertion during a meeting with members of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), Northern Zone….
Gusau, Nigeria — The Shinkafi Local Government in Zamfara State has set aside ₦70 million to facilitate the enrollment of 2,000 children displaced by bandit attacks back into school. The initiative was announced by the Chairman of the council, Ibrahim Musa Shinkafi, during a media briefing in Gusau after defending the local government’s budget before…
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…
Osogbo, Nigeria — Doctors at the UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital (UTH), Osogbo, have embarked on an indefinite strike following the brutal assault of a resident doctor by a patient’s relative. The decision was announced today by the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) in response to an attack on one of their colleagues at the hospital’s Accident…
Column, DNEWSINFO The natural world is the ultimate source of human life, providing essential nutrients and resources for all living things The natural world is the ultimate source of human life, providing essential nutrients and resources for all living things. Ecosystems, comprising communities of organisms and their physical environments, form the foundation of life on…
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…
Nigeria _ Love often feels like a delicate performance, where we present the best versions of ourselves in hopes of being accepted However, true connection requires more than mere presentation, it demands openness and authenticity. While it may seem safer to hide behind a carefully curated image, genuine relationships cannot thrive on illusions. The paradox…
Washington, D.C. — Former US President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States could take control of Gaza, a proposal that has sparked widespread controversy. Speaking at a joint White House press conference alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump floated the idea as an alternative to ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hamas. His…
Bauchi, Nigeria — Security operatives, in collaboration with local hunters, have eliminated two suspected armed bandits in a targeted operation within the Dajin-Madan Forest, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State. Acting on credible intelligence and established community networks, the joint security team encountered the suspects during a surveillance mission in the dense forest, leading…
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria’s external reserves declined by $1.16 billion in January, even as the naira continued its upward trajectory across both official and parallel markets. According to the latest figures from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the country’s external reserves fell from $40.883 billion at the start of the year to $39.723 billion…
Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria — The Federal Government has unveiled plans to set up a Pilot Soil Assessment Laboratory in Ekiti State to enhance agricultural productivity and support farmers. This was disclosed by the Ekiti State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, in a statement issued in Ado-Ekiti. He noted that the facility would…
WORLD – Health authorities should do more to contain the scourge The 2025 World Cancer Day was commemorated yesterday with the theme, ‘United by Unique’, a three-year campaign (2025-2027) that seeks to promote the experiences of patients, survivors, and caregivers while motivating the understanding of empathy in cancer treatment. Like in previous years, not…
NIGERIA – On Friday December 19, 2008, Prince Vincent Eze Ogbulafor (24 May 1949- 6 October 2022) from Olokoro, Umuahia South local government of Abia State declared that his party the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) would rule Nigeria for the next sixty years. At the time he made the declaration, he was the fifth National…
Nigeria – Nigeria’s economy faces significant challenges as crude oil prices remain volatile, jeopardising the federal government’s ambitious revenue target of N36.35 trillion for 2025. A report has warned of a possible negative impact of unstable global oil prices and its implications for the federal government’s revenue forecast for 2025. According to the report,…
NIGERIA – The Senate Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has strongly criticised the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), the Nigeria Police Force, and other government agencies for repeatedly ignoring queries raised in the Audit Report by the Auditor General of the Federation. Speaking to journalists yesterday in Abuja,…
Plateau, Kaduna, Benue, Kwara, Others –The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, yesterday, in Abuja, unveiled the 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). Keyamo, during the public presentation of the SCP document, revealed that the onset of rain was predicted to be delayed over the northern and…
