< 1 mn read The Mbadiwe brothers have emerged as the first winners of the Head of House (HOH) Challenge in the new season of BBNaija, themed “No Loose Guard.” Despite winning, they will enjoy the luxury of the HOH lounge without the usual immunity that comes with the title, meaning they can still be nominated for eviction. This […]

< 1 mn read The Police Command in Ogun State has issued a stern warning against unlawful behavior during the planned protest on August 1. The command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odunlami, emphasized that any group, association, or individual engaging in violent acts such as killings, destruction of property, obstruction of traffic, or inciting hateful actions will be arrested. Odunlami stated, […]

< 1 mn read The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has instructed telecommunication operators to reconnect all phone lines that were disconnected due to the NIN-SIM verification exercise. Over the weekend, many subscribers found their lines blocked because their National Identification Numbers (NINs) had not been linked to their Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs), leading to protests at MTN offices across […]

< 1 mn read The Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Ayodele Sonubi, has assured the public that the police command is ready to provide protection to peaceful protesters while warning against any form of violence. During a stakeholders’ meeting in Ibadan on the command’s preparedness for the planned nationwide protest on August 1, Sonubi emphasized the citizens’ undebatable […]

< 1 mn read Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, announced that the Federal Government plans to develop standardized websites for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to improve access to information on government services. This decision aims to address complaints from many Nigerians about the difficulty in accessing information due to the inconsistent design […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has directed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to sell crude oil to the Dangote Refinery and other upcoming refineries in naira. This decision, announced by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, aims to stabilize the pump price of refined fuel and the dollar-naira exchange rate. Onanuga […]

< 1 mn read Senate President Godswill Akpabio emphasized that the new national minimum wage applies to the entire nation, including the Federal Government, states, local governments, the private sector, and individual employers. During the signing ceremony of the Minimum Wage Act (Amendment) Bill by President Bola Tinubu at the State House on Monday, Akpabio highlighted the significant increase […]

< 1 mn read Senate President Godswill Akpabio has summoned an emergency plenary session to be held on Wednesday, July 31, at noon. This notice was conveyed in an internal memo by Chinedu Akubueze, Clerk of the Senate, on Monday in Abuja. The memo emphasized the importance of the session, stating that issues of national importance will be discussed. […]

< 1 mn read Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), is actively working to dissuade Abuja youths and stakeholders from participating in the upcoming nationwide protests scheduled for August 1 to 10. During a recent ministerial engagement with FCT youths from Abuja South Federal Constituency, Wike explained that the purpose of the interaction was to educate […]

< 1 mn read Evangelist Ifanseni Ijere of Mega Ministries in Abuja has urged Nigerians to intensify their prayers for President Bola Tinubu, rather than focusing on protests. She emphasized the importance of praying for the country’s leadership to overcome economic challenges, suggesting that prayer is a more effective approach than demonstrations. Ijere called on Nigerians to support President […]

< 1 mn read Dr. Gabriel Adakole, a public health expert, has called for heightened awareness and prompt treatment of Hepatitis C in Nigeria to prevent severe health complications. Speaking on World Hepatitis Day, which took place on July 2, 2024, Adakole emphasized the need for improved public education and screening to address the high prevalence of the disease […]

< 1 mn read Rep. Bamidele Salam has praised Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State for his recent decision to provide free health insurance enrollment for all Persons Living with Disabilities (PLwD) in the state. Salam, who chairs the House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts, commended Adeleke for his commitment to inclusivity and equal access to quality healthcare. […]

< 1 mn read Peter Obi has urged his supporters to respect Kenneth Okonkwo despite recent tensions and Okonkwo’s departure from the Labour Party (LP). Okonkwo, a former spokesperson for the party, publicly criticized Obi, citing his dissatisfaction with Obi’s handling of party crises and his perceived inability to build a strong platform for future elections. Obi’s call for […]

< 1 mn read The recent wave of protests at MTN offices across Nigeria has been triggered by the telecom company’s enforcement of the July 31 deadline for linking SIM cards to National Identification Numbers (NINs). This directive from the Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) required all telecom operators to block lines that are not linked to NINs, leading to […]

< 1 mn read The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Kebbi Area Command has launched a manhunt for the attackers responsible for the death of Assistant Superintendent of Customs, Dabo Umar. Umar was killed by armed men on Thursday, July 25, 2024, during an assault on their Koko-Besse patrol base. The attackers also abducted Superintendent of Customs Babagana Abba-Kabiru and […]

< 1 mn read In Niger State, youths have taken to the streets of Suleja to protest the escalating cost of living crisis in Nigeria. The demonstration on Monday, July 29, 2024, has seen protesters expressing their frustration through chants and placards with messages like “Enough is Enough” and “Fuel Subsidy Must Be Back.” Governor Mohammed Bago attempted to […]

< 1 mn read Prof. Jonah Onuoha, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Nigeria Nsukka, has endorsed Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s proposal for a part-time legislature in Nigeria. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Onuoha praised the idea as a beneficial step towards reducing the cost of governance and improving legislative effectiveness. Onuoha highlighted […]