< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has addressed the upcoming nationwide protest scheduled to begin on August 1, 2024, emphasizing the distinction between peaceful demonstrations and violent unrest. He acknowledged that protests are a fundamental aspect of democracy but stressed that any form of protest leading to violence and destruction of property would not be condoned by his […]

< 1 mn read Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has shared a personal and culturally significant story about his birth, attributing the unusual 12-month pregnancy of his mother to the influence of witches and wizards. He recounted this during a drama presentation titled *Aremu omo Asabi*, which marked the 66th remembrance of his late mother, Bernice Obasanjo. The event took […]

< 1 mn read Senate President Godswill Akpabio has emphasized the importance of creating an environment in Nigeria that encourages young people to build their futures within the country rather than seeking opportunities abroad. Speaking at the 2024 National Diaspora Day Celebrations, Akpabio, represented by Senator Sani Bello, highlighted the need to address the “Japa Phenomena”—a trend where many […]

< 1 mn read The Lagos State House of Assembly has urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to quickly organize meetings aimed at persuading the organizers of the upcoming nationwide protest to reconsider their plans. The protest, set to occur from August 1 to August 10, is planned by youths to draw attention to the economic hardships faced by citizens. During […]

< 1 mn read Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), has praised President Bola Tinubu for approving a 20% increase in pensions for Armed Forces personnel, both serving and retired. This increase, effective from January 2024, was highlighted during the 2024 Accounts and Budget Seminar held from July 25 to July 26 at the Naval […]

< 1 mn read Festus Osifo, President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) of Nigeria, has stated that the TUC will not be participating in the planned nationwide protest against economic hardships scheduled for August 1. At a news conference in Abuja, Osifo explained that the TUC had not been approached by any organizers and, therefore, had no plans […]

< 1 mn read Dr. Jamila Ibrahim, Nigeria’s Minister of Youth Development, has urged youths to reconsider their plan for a 10-day protest starting August 1. Speaking in Abuja during a visit from the newly constituted National Students Management Council (NSMC), she emphasized that peace and stability are crucial for Nigeria to fulfill its goals. Ibrahim acknowledged the economic […]

< 1 mn read Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has expressed profound sadness over the death of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. Obi described Iwuanyanwu as a significant figure who worked towards national unity and whose contributions to Nigeria would be remembered. In his message on X, […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu addressed Islamic leaders, led by Sheikh Bala Lau, at the State House, affirming that his election victory was achieved through divine intervention. He emphasized that his campaign was self-funded, with no external sponsors or debts, and that he is committed to following divine guidance in his leadership. Tinubu assured that his government’s […]

< 1 mn read Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and socio-political organization, has recently issued a statement regarding the planned nationwide protests in Nigeria. The organization, represented by its National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, emphasized the following points: Acknowledgment of Protest Rights: Afenifere recognizes the right of Nigerians to protest as a means to express their dissatisfaction with current conditions. […]

< 1 mn read The 2024 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) Report highlights significant challenges in global food security and nutrition. Key points from the report include: Food Insecurity: In 2023, 2.33 billion people faced moderate or severe food insecurity. Of these, over 864 million experienced severe food insecurity. This reflects a concerning global […]

< 1 mn read On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu addressed the traditional rulers led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, at the State House in Abuja. He discussed the country’s gradual economic recovery and emphasized his administration’s commitment to addressing citizens’ needs. Tinubu reassured the rulers that […]

< 1 mn read On Thursday in Abuja, President Bola Tinubu praised the enduring partnership between Nigeria and China during a meeting with Chen Xiaodong, the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China. Tinubu highlighted the importance of nurturing and promoting the longstanding relationship, which has spanned over 50 years. He expressed his appreciation for […]

< 1 mn read The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Kaduna State University (KASU) has announced a two-week warning strike in response to unresolved welfare issues. The decision, communicated in a letter to Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abdullahi Musa and signed by ASUU KASU Chairman Dr. Peter Adamu and Secretary Dr. Peter Waziri, follows a union congress held on […]

< 1 mn read The Police Command in Katsina State announced the arrest of two suspects involved in aiding and abetting banditry, recovering suspected rustled animals from them. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, revealed this in a statement issued in Katsina on Thursday. The arrests took place in Jibia Local Government Area, thanks to the collaboration […]

< 1 mn read Former US President Barack Obama announced his endorsement of Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election on Friday, July 26. This endorsement is expected to significantly bolster Harris’ campaign by emphasizing her strong leadership qualities and vision for the future of the United States. In a heartfelt message on the social media platform X, Obama […]

< 1 mn read The Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Ibrahim, has appealed to youths to reconsider their plan to embark on a 10-day protest starting from August 1. During a visit from members of the newly constituted National Students Management Council (NSMC) in Abuja, led by Senior Special Assistant to the President, Sunday Asefon, Ibrahim emphasized the […]

< 1 mn read Sheikh Aminuddeen Daurawa, a renowned Islamic scholar, has urged the organizers of the planned nationwide protests in Nigeria to reveal their identities and engage in dialogue with the Federal Government. He made this appeal in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday, suggesting that this approach would help halt the […]

< 1 mn read Morocco is facing its sixth consecutive year of drought and extreme temperatures. In Beni Mellal, a city about 200 km southeast of Casablanca, 21 people died within 24 hours due to the heat, as reported by AFP on Thursday, citing a statement from the Moroccan Ministry of Health. On Wednesday, the region experienced temperatures of […]