< 1 mn read Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has sharply rebutted claims made by former Speaker Yakubu Dogara, labeling the accusations as unfounded and misleading. Dogara had criticized Mohammed, accusing him of mismanagement, undermining President Bola Tinubu’s administration, and engaging in electoral malpractice. In a statement signed by Nasiru Hanga, Governor Mohammed’s administration was defended as committed […]

< 1 mn read A tragic accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway at the Ojoo-Iwo Road axis has resulted in the death of 16 individuals and injuries to 17 others. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed the incident, involving four vehicles including a Mack truck, a Nissan commercial bus, a Nissan Micra taxi, and a private Honda Accord SUV. […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has officially signed into law a bill that increases the salaries and benefits for judicial officeholders in Nigeria. This development was announced by Sen. Basheer Lado, the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters. Lado emphasized that this action highlights President Tinubu’s commitment to improving the welfare of Nigerian workers, aligning […]

< 1 mn read Justice Sylvanus Oriji of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has extended the order limiting participants in the Abuja hunger protests to the MKO Abiola Stadium, also known as the National Stadium. This decision follows an application from Dr. Ogwu Onoja SAN, representing the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The extension was […]

< 1 mn read Dr. Emmanuel Ahmadu, a Nigerian who famously sat for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) 17 times, will spearhead the “Resilience Rise” Mental Health Awareness Tour across Northeast Ohio. The tour is set to address mental health challenges among students and is a collaboration with Triumphators LLC and other local educational and mental […]

< 1 mn read The West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) serves as a critical measure of student performance in West Africa. The following data, provided by Statisense, presents the pass rates for Nigerian students from 2014 to 2024, highlighting trends and changes influenced by educational policies and external factors. 2014: A Low Start (31.28%) The success rate […]

< 1 mn read Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State has presented 11 new cars to judges as part of his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of judicial officers. This gesture, made at Muhammad Buhari Square in Lokoja, aims to support the effective functioning of the judiciary. Ododo, represented by Head of Service Elijah Evimemi, emphasized that the […]

< 1 mn read Residents of Kaduna have expressed frustration over a sharp increase in transport fares over the past two days. The surge in fares follows recent hunger protests and coincides with a significant rise in fuel prices, which now stand at ₦950 per litre. Abdulmumin Shuaibu, a civil servant, reported that his usual fare from Sabon Tasha […]

< 1 mn read The Gender Perspective and Social Development Centre (GPSDC) has raised concerns over the increasing cases of Tuberculosis (TB) in Anambra State. During a stakeholders’ forum in Awka, GPSDC Executive Secretary Eucharia Anekwe criticized the insufficient funds allocated for TB interventions despite a ₦50 million budgetary provision for 2022 and 2023. Anekwe stressed that improved domestic […]

< 1 mn read Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved new hazard and shift allowances for the staff of the Oyo State Fire Service Agency. The announcement was made by the state Head of Service, Olubunmi Oni, during a meeting with the agency’s management in Ibadan. Oni stated that the new allowances were in response to the […]

< 1 mn read In a notable effort to integrate youth into national security initiatives, UNESCO and the Nigerian Police have come together to highlight the critical role young people play in safeguarding the nation. The event, marking International Youth Day, featured a summit with over 400 delegates including government officials, security agencies, and youth representatives. Key Highlights: Youth […]

2 mn read President Bola Tinubu is set to preside over the National Council of State meeting at Presidential Villa. The meeting which just kicked off now is Tinubu’s first Council of State meeting he is hosting since assuming office as President. Those expected to attend the meeting are all living former presidents and past heads of state. […]