Gombe, Nigeria — Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to security by donating 50 operational vehicles to security agencies to enhance law enforcement and public safety. The announcement was made at the second Gombe State Security Summit, held on Wednesday at the International Conference Centre, Gombe. The summit, themed “Building a…
Dutse, Nigeria — The Jigawa State Government has approved a N1.5 billion compensation package for individuals affected by township road construction projects across the state. The announcement was made by Alhaji Sagir Musa Ahmed, Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports, and Culture, following a State Executive Council meeting in Dutse. He stated that the compensation, approved…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has intensified efforts to rejuvenate Nigeria’s steel sector through the Nigerian Metallurgical Industry Bill 2023, aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight and fostering sustainable growth. The Ministry of Steel Development convened a stakeholder meeting to deliberate on the Bill, which is expected to provide a structured legal and regulatory framework…
Edo, Nigeria — The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has on Tuesday, condemned the recent attacks in the state, which he said have claimed 24 lives. The first clash, which was said to have claimed 22 lives as against the seven reported by the Edo State Police Command, was between cocoa farmers and some alleged…
Abuja, Nigeria — The administration of President Bola Tinubu has completed arrangements to invest two billion dollars in digital infrastructures to boost Nigeria’s economy and ensure the safety and protection of the country’s digital identity and rights. The Minister of Communications, Innovations, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani disclosed this in Abuja on Tuesday while briefing…
Nigeria — Bayo Onanuga, an aide to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has advised former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to move past his failed ministerial nomination, urging him to stop acting like a child. Speaking on Sunrise Daily on Tuesday, Onanuga said El-Rufai still seemed hurt months after being dropped from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet….
Lagos, Nigeria — The Magistrate Court sitting in Sabo, Yaba, Lagos State, on Tuesday, acquitted popular musician, Abdulazeez Fashola, popularly called Naira Marley, in relation to the death of Ilerioluwa Aloba, better known as Mohbad. It was reported that Magistrate Ejiro Kubenje, who read and implemented the legal advice issued by the Directorate of Public…
Rivers, Nigeria — The Operatives of Rivers State Police Command have arrested a woman allegedly involved in an Automated Teller Machine debit card swap fraud worth over ₦500,000 in Port Harcourt. The police, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Tuesday by the command’s spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, identified the suspect as 35-year-old Blessing Oleru….
Nigeria — The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has dismissed former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo’s claim that former military President, Ibrahim Babangida, was among those who tormented Tinubu during the military era. Osinbajo had made the remark while reviewing Babangida’s autobiography, A Journey in Service, at its public…
Osogbo, Nigeria — Local government workers in Osun State have refused to comply with a 72-hour ultimatum issued by opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen, as the political battle over council leadership intensifies. The crisis stems from a contentious power struggle between the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the opposition APC over control of…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Exponential Conference 2025, a premier gathering of global ministry and marketplace leaders, is set to inspire transformative leadership with its dynamic lineup of speakers. The organizers confirmed the participation of former Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, alongside other distinguished figures, in the highly anticipated event scheduled to take place in Lagos…
Ondo state, Nigeria:Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has swiftly made key appointments following his inauguration as the 7th democratically elected governor of the state. Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti has been appointed as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG), bringing his experience as the former Chairman of the Ondo State Hospitals Management Board to…
EPL –The English Premier League, EPL, title race for the 2024/25 season took another dimension following the conclusion of the match-day 26 fixtures at the weekend. News reports that Liverpool opened an 11-point gap in the Premier League table on Sunday. This follows their 2-0 win against Premier League champions, Manchester City at the Etihad…
Nigerian – Nigerians have reeled out the benefits of Compressed Natural Gas-powered vehicles as an alternative to premium motor spirit, petrol. Some Abuja residents, who spoke with a news source on Monday said they saved at least N36,000 weekly after conversion to CNG from petrol. Recall that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in August 2023, targeting…
Lagos, Nigeria: The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), in conjunction with the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) and the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO), has given the Lagos State government a three-day ultimatum to disband two state committees accused of harassment, extortion, and abuse of power. The unions demand the immediate…
Ukraine, US, Russia – The United States sided with Russia twice Monday at the United Nations, as they sought to avoid any condemnation of Moscow’s invasion of its neighbor three years ago. The two votes highlighted a seismic shift in the balance of power at the UN, where Washington had steadfastly voted for resolutions that…
NIGERIA – Immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-rufai has come under heavy verbal attack following his Monday night interview. News reports that during an interview on Arise TV, El-rufai criticized President Bola Tinubu, the present administration and some key elements in the government. El-Rufai claimed that President Tinubu did not want him…
NIGERIA – Njiko Igbo Forum, an affiliate of Ohanaeze Ndigbo has demanded the sum of N100 trillion from the Nigerian Government on the account of injustice suffered by the Igbo people from 1966 till date. The group made the demand amid the revelation by former military head of state, General Ibrahim Babangida (Rtd) that contrary…
NIGERIA – Oil Marketers under the aegis of the Depot Chairmen Forum (DCF) of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) yesterday threatened to embark on a strike action if the N100 billion owed it by the federal government in ‘bridging claims’ is not paid. The forum, in a communiqué issued in Abuja by…
Nigeria, Others – The European Commission (EC) has received requests from Nigeria and 23 other non members of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), for inclusion on the list of countries eligible to import non-hazardous waste from the European Union (EU). Non-hazardous waste represents 95.6 per cent of solid waste produced in Europe….
Nigeria – Indigenous producers under the umbrella of Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG), said they planned to ramp up their crude oil production by one million barrels per day (bpd) and their gas output by one trillion cubic feet (TCF) per day within the next five to 10 years. The assertion came amid a rebounding…
Nigeria — Over 1,000 stakeholders at the Africa Raw Materials Summit 2025, an event aimed at transforming the continent’s raw materials sector is set to be host in Nigeria. The country is also eyeing the creation of about 3 million jobs annually from the transformation of the raw materials industry. The three-day summit, scheduled for…
Nigeria — Fifteen states in Nigeria, which includes Abia, Rivers, Zamfara, and Kano, failed to elect female representatives in their state assemblies in the 2023 general election. A social inclusion and governance expert, Olumide Olaniyan, stated this on Monday in Abuja at the Technical Session on the Seat Reservation for Women Bill and the Public…
Nigeria — The National President of the Afenifere National Youth Council, Prince Eniola Ojajuni, has call on Nigerians to come to his aid by raising the N100 million ransom demanded by his abductors. The kidnappers had threatened to kill the youth leader by 3:00 pm on Monday if the ransom is not paid as demanded….
Nigeria — The Nigerian military has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, assuring the public that he is under constant surveillance and will soon be neutralized. The Chief of Defence Operations, Major General Emeka Onumajuru made this assertion on Monday during an interview on Channels TV’s The Morning Brief, stating that…
Osun – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has issued a directive instructing newly elected local government chairmen and councillors to refrain from entering their respective council secretariats. According to reports from The Nation, the governor gave the order on Sunday during the swearing-in ceremony held at the Government House, Oke-Fia, Osogbo. The directive is aimed…
OSUN – The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged the federal government to withhold allocations meant for local government councils in Osun State until elected officials, reinstated by a court ruling, assume office. The party condemned last Saturday’s local government election conducted by Governor Ademola Adeleke, accusing him of violating his oath of office and…
Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Saviour Enyiekere as Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) for a renewable five-year term. Before his appointment, Enyiekere, an environmental specialist, served as the Deputy Chief of Staff to the Senate President. In addition to the chairman, President Tinubu also approved…
USA – In a surprising move, President Donald Trump has removed Air Force Gen. CQ Brown from his position as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The decision, made on Friday, sidelines a highly respected fighter pilot and senior military leader as part of Trump’s broader effort to reshape military leadership by eliminating officials…
France – French President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to scale back military involvement in Africa has drastically reduced France’s influence in the region. Since 2022, French troops have withdrawn from several African nations, leading to growing instability, increased extremist activities, and opportunities for new global players, including Russia. At one point, France had a military presence…
OSUN – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has secured victory in all chairmanship and councillorship positions across Osun State’s 30 local government areas. The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, Hashim Abioye, announced the results during a press conference in Osogbo on Saturday. Further details are expected to follow. By Damilola Adeleke| February…
