< 1 mn read The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recently conducted an auction of properties and assets seized from drug cartels, a significant move in its efforts to combat drug trafficking and organized crime. The auction, held in Abuja and overseen by NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), emphasized the agency’s commitment to transparency and […]

< 1 mn read The residents of Abuja have voiced their concerns to the FCT administration about the lack of shelters at bus stops, especially as the rainy season exacerbates their predicament. Many residents, like Miss Kameela Abdulhadi, have shared stories of missing important events due to being drenched by rain while waiting for public transport without shelter. She […]

< 1 mn read The Imo State House of Assembly has recommended the immediate removal of Chief Judge Justice Theresa Chikeka over allegations of age falsification. This decision came after an ad hoc committee investigated a petition from a civil society platform accusing the CJ of altering her date of birth from October 27, 1956, to October 27, 1958. […]

< 1 mn read A die-hard supporter of former US President Donald Trump has commemorated a dramatic moment in Trump’s recent rally by getting a $700 tattoo depicting Trump’s defiant fist-pumping gesture after what was described as an attempted assassination. The fan, identified as Dan, decided to permanently ink the image of Trump’s bloodied face and raised fist, symbolizing […]

< 1 mn read The Federal High Court in Abuja recently nullified the impeachment of Philip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State, reinstating him due to procedural irregularities in the impeachment process conducted by the Edo State House of Assembly. Following this judgment, Chief Dan Orbih, the National Vice Chairman, South-South of PDP, and Anselm Ojezua, a […]

< 1 mn read The Lagos State Government, through its Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms Abisola Olusanya, announced that the newly inaugurated middle-level food agro-hub in Idi-Oro, Mushin, has achieved significant success in its first 40 market days. The hub was established to revolutionize food distribution, address rising food costs, and reduce post-harvest losses. According to Olusanya, […]

< 1 mn read Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State disclosed that the local government councils collectively spent ₦128 billion through the joint account system between June 2023 and June 2024. This included allocations for various expenditures such as salaries, pensions, security, projects, instructional materials, scholarships, hajj operations, food palliatives, fertilizers, and agrochemicals. He emphasized the state government’s commitment […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu recently inaugurated a student loan scheme aimed at fostering inclusiveness and combating poverty in Nigeria. During the inauguration, Tinubu emphasized that education is pivotal in addressing poverty and fostering national development, as well as combating security challenges like terrorism and banditry. Key highlights of the inauguration include: 1. **Student Loan Disbursement:** President […]

< 1 mn read In a recent judgment, the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a suit seeking to invalidate the nomination of Olumide Akpata as the Labour Party’s candidate for the Edo governorship election. Justice James Omotosho ruled in favor of Akpata, agreeing with arguments presented by his counsel, Johnson Usman, SAN. The plaintiffs in the case, Anderson […]

< 1 mn read In a recent development, the Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled September 25 for the arraignment of former Kogi Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, despite ongoing proceedings at the Court of Appeal. This decision was made by Justice Emeka Nwite after considering arguments from both sides regarding a stay of proceedings. Bello’s counsel, Abdulwahab Mohammed, […]

< 1 mn read The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum has called on organized Labour and the Federal Government to consider the financial capabilities of State and Local Governments when negotiating minimum wage agreements. This was stated by the Forum’s Chairman, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, in a communique issued after the Forum’s meeting at the Government […]

< 1 mn read Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has revealed that the state government spends ₦150 million monthly on maintaining cleanliness across the state. This announcement was made during the inauguration of the 2024 desilt exercise of major storm drains in the Gombe metropolis, highlighting the government’s commitment to environmental sustainability and public well-being. Governor Yahaya emphasized […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the dangers posed by illegal mining activities within residential areas, highlighting their threat to the structural stability of buildings. This warning comes in the wake of reports from the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) detailing 22 building collapses in the country between January and July 2024. […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective August 14. The announcement was made in a statement by the President’s spokesman, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, on Wednesday. Walson-Jack, who has been a Federal Permanent Secretary since 2017, has served in various ministries. She will […]

< 1 mn read Governors from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have pledged their support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State amidst his ongoing conflict with his predecessor. During a meeting at the Government House in Enugu, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, Chairman of the PDP Governors Forum, emphasized the forum’s commitment to resolving the issue through […]

2 mn read Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, has announced the Federal Government’s plans to construct a 477-kilometre, six-lane superhighway that will traverse five states and connect to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This ambitious project aims to support President Bola Tinubu’s drive for food sufficiency by providing an agricultural and economic corridor. The superhighway will pass […]

< 1 mn read Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), emphasized the importance of the 2025 Anambra governorship election for both the party and the Federal Government. Speaking at the inauguration of the Anambra Consultative Council in Abuja, Ganduje stated that the state should be integral to the nation’s political mainstream. Ganduje highlighted the […]

< 1 mn read In a congratulatory message, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni praised Rwandan President Paul Kagame and the Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF) for their recent electoral victory. Museveni commended Kagame’s re-election, highlighting it as a testament to the trust and confidence the Rwandan people have in his leadership. Museveni emphasized the strategic alliance between Uganda and Rwanda, noting […]

< 1 mn read Governor Muhammed Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has highlighted the significant financial commitment the state government makes to maintain cleanliness, revealing that it costs ₦150 million monthly. During the inauguration of the 2024 desilt exercise for major storm drains in the Gombe metropolis, Yahaya emphasized the government’s dedication to environmental sustainability and the well-being of […]

< 1 mn read The Labour Party (LP) has criticized the removal of Senator Ali Ndume from his position as Senate chief whip, which occurred after the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) demanded his removal during a plenary session. Senate President Godswill Akpabio read a letter from the APC calling for Ndume’s resignation and suggesting that he […]