Abuja, Nigeria — As part of this year’s Democracy Day observance, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to deliver a national address at 7:00 AM on Thursday, June 12, 2025, kicking off a series of key events commemorating the day. In a statement issued on Wednesday by Abdulhakeem Adeoye, representing the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Democracy…
Enugu, Nigeria — In commemoration of World Environment Day 2025, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reaffirmed its partnership with state governments within the Enugu Field Office jurisdiction to address the growing threat of plastic waste. The announcement was made during a media dialogue held in Enugu, where Juliet Chiluwe, Chief of the UNICEF Enugu…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially reopened the overhauled Abuja International Conference Centre (ICC), directing all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to pay for the use of the facility in order to guarantee its maintenance and long-term sustainability. The reopening ceremony took place in Abuja on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. During the event,…
Calabar — Mrs. Cynthia Ironbar-Akabom has appealed to the Cross River State and Federal Government for urgent assistance in locating her husband, Engineer Bassey Akabom, an employee of the Department of Mortgage Finance, Ministry of Housing. Engineer Akabom was last heard from on February 21, 2025, the day he left for work and never returned….
Abuja — The Federal Government has announced that Wednesday, June 12, 2025, will be observed as a public holiday to celebrate this year’s Democracy Day. The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government, according to a statement released in Abuja on Sunday by the Ministry’s…
Abuja — The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced a major power outage impacting numerous districts and estates across Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT), citing a technical fault as the cause. In a statement issued on Saturday, AEDC attributed the blackout to a failure on critical power feeders supplying electricity to the affected areas,…
Ile-Ife, Osun State — Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has been scheduled to deliver the highly regarded Distinguished Personality Lecture at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, on Thursday, June 6, 2025. The event, themed “Nigeria of Our Dreams,” is set to take place at the iconic Oduduwa Hall on the university campus…
Abuja, FCT — A High Court sitting in the Federal Capital Territory has granted an order for substituted service in the ongoing ₦100 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The court’s decision came after Akpabio failed to appear in court on May 7, 2025, prompting legal counsel to…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has deepened its partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to digitally empower no fewer than 20 million young Nigerians by the year 2030, reaffirming its commitment to youth-focused innovation and inclusive development. The renewed commitment was confirmed during a high-level meeting in Abuja, where Vice President Kashim…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast a three-day spell of thunderstorms and rains across various parts of the country, starting Monday, June 2. In a statement released in Abuja on Sunday, NiMet outlined its weather outlook covering the northern, central, and southern regions of Nigeria. According to the Agency, morning thunderstorms…
Kano, Nigeria — A disturbing plot aimed at tarnishing the image of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, through the use of advanced artificial intelligence technology has been uncovered by digital forensic experts. According to preliminary findings, the conspiracy involved the creation and planned circulation of a deepfake video—a hyper-realistic AI-generated clip designed to…
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has issued a new summons for Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, directing him to appear at its office on Monday, June 2, after failing to honour an earlier invitation. The agency had initially called on the artist to report on May 30,…
Lagos — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to commission a completed segment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway today, marking a significant milestone in one of his administration’s flagship infrastructure initiatives under the Renewed Hope agenda. According to a statement issued by Barr. Orji Uchenna Orji, the Special Adviser on Media to the Minister of…
Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives Committee on Solid Minerals has issued a stern warning to quarry operators across Nigeria, threatening to recommend the revocation of licenses for companies flouting legal and regulatory obligations. At a Thursday investigative hearing into the operations of mining firms, Committee Chairman Hon. Jonathan Gaza Gbefwi, who represents Keffi/Karu/Kokona…
Nairobi, Kenya — Celebrated African novelist, playwright, and academic, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, has died at the age of 87, his family confirmed on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The announcement was made by his daughter, Wanjiku wa Ngugi, via a heartfelt message on Facebook. In her tribute, she wrote: “With profound sorrow, we share the news…
Abuja, Nigeria — Concerned over growing security threats and deteriorating infrastructure, residents of EFAB City Estate, Lokogoma, have called on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, to urgently intervene in resolving critical challenges affecting communities across the capital. The appeal came during a local election held by the estate’s residents to appoint new leadership…
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…
Ibadan, Nigeria — A midnight fire outbreak has devastated parts of the staff quarters at The Polytechnic, Ibadan, resulting in the destruction of property valued in millions of naira. The incident, which occurred around 2:00 am on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, affected three out of four rooms in the quarters. The Oyo State Fire Service…
Ogori, Kogi State — In a vibrant display of cultural heritage and moral discipline, 103 young maidens in Ogori-Magongo LGA were formally initiated into womanhood during the 2025 edition of the revered Ovia Osese festival. Held on Saturday, May 4, 2025, the festival marked a significant rite of passage for young girls in the Ogori…
Ajia, Oyo State — The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Ajia, Oyo State, is on track for completion and commissioning by June 2025, Governor Seyi Makinde has confirmed. Governor Makinde made this known during an inspection visit to the site of the NAF Base project, expressing satisfaction with the pace of construction and the…
Ido Osun, Osun State — Fresh assurances have been given that construction work will soon recommence at the long-awaited Moshood Abiola International Airport in Ido Osun, Osun State. This development was announced by Hon. Sanya Okunade, Chairman of the Olojudo Coronation Central Planning Committee, during a press briefing outlining the upcoming coronation activities of the…
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…
Ikeja, Lagos — The Lagos State Government has announced a major milestone in its digital infrastructure drive, revealing that internet subscriptions in the state have surpassed one million, following the rollout of its 6,000km MetroFibre optic project. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Mr. Olatunbosun Alake, during a ministerial briefing…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) has rolled out a revised transport fare structure for intra-city routes within Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT), aimed at easing the economic burden on commuters following the fuel subsidy removal. The update was disclosed by Mr. Michael Oluwagbemi, Programme Director of PCNGI, during a sensitization…
Katsina, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on state governors across Nigeria to prioritize impactful governance and remain undeterred by unconstructive criticism. The President made this call during his official two-day working visit to Katsina State, where he emphasized that the true essence of leadership lies in the visible improvement of people’s lives….
Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has issued a formal invitation to the Governors of Zamfara and Benue States, along with their respective House of Assembly leadership, to appear before the committee on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The summons follows a petition filed by a pro-democracy group, Guardians of Democracy…
Yola, Nigeria — In a striking display of demand for public sector employment, the Adamawa State Civil Service Commission has reported over 20,000 applications for just 4,000 job openings within the first 24 hours of launching its recruitment portal. The announcement was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Commission, Mr. Abubakar Maiha, who credited…
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…
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…
Damaturu, Yobe State — The Yobe State Hisbah Commission has carried out the destruction of 51 cartons of alcoholic beverages, in a renewed effort to enforce moral discipline and strengthen community peace across the state. The exercise, which was supervised by the Commission’s Executive Chairman, Dr. Yahuza Abubakar, underscores Hisbah’s commitment to curbing activities deemed…
