< 1 mn read Bello Turji, a notorious bandit leader declared wanted by the Nigerian Defence Headquarters, has issued a bold statement challenging security forces. In a recent video lasting over five minutes, Turji expressed indifference to the threat of being killed, asserting, “We are always ready to be killed.” Turji, one of 43 terrorists on the government’s wanted […]

< 1 mn read The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated that Nigeria is winning the battle against terror and banditry. He made this announcement during the opening ceremony of the News Agency of Nigeria’s (NAN) 1st Annual International Lecture in Abuja, themed “Insecurity in the Sahel (2008-2024): Dissecting Nigeria’s Challenges – Genesis, Impacts and Options.” […]

< 1 mn read Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has proposed a rotational presidency among Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to enhance constitutional democracy in the country. He also suggested implementing a six-year single term for the presidency. In a letter to the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Constitution Review, Jibrin Barau, Atiku, the Peoples Democratic Party’s presidential candidate […]

< 1 mn read Former Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, disclosed that 4,660 people were killed in 2020 and an additional 2,660 civilians lost their lives in 2021 in the Sahel region due to insecurity. He shared this information during the inaugural Annual International Lecture organized by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The lecture, themed “Insecurity in […]

< 1 mn read Bishop Godfrey Onah of the Diocese of Nsukka in Enugu State has called on all Nigerians to maintain hope and actively participate in efforts to improve the country. He made this appeal during a thanksgiving service in Abuja, marking the end of Rev. Fr. Uchechukwu Obodoechina’s tenure as Executive Secretary of Caritas-Nigeria. Bishop Onah emphasized […]

< 1 mn read Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers has declared Thursday and Friday as public holidays in preparation for the October 5 local government council elections in the state. The announcement was made during a broadcast on Wednesday, stating that the holidays would allow residents to get ready for the election. In addition to the holidays, Governor Fubara […]

< 1 mn read Ahead of the October 5th Local Government (LG) election in Benue, Governor Hyacinth Alia has declared Friday, October 4, as a work-free day. The announcement was made in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, and shared with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Makurdi on Thursday. The work-free day aims […]

< 1 mn read The Trinitarian Foundation for Orphanage and Helps in Ebonyi has highlighted two major challenges confronting the home: a lack of accommodation and persistent flooding of its premises. The operator of the orphanage, Rev. Sis. Nkechi Nwosu, made an urgent appeal for assistance from Governor Francis Nwifuru during a visit by the state Council of the […]

< 1 mn read The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kaduna State Command reported a significant crackdown on drug-related activities, seizing 1,045.93 kg of various illicit substances and arresting 420 suspects in the third quarter of the year. Commander Samaila Danmalam disclosed these figures to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Kaduna. Among the arrested […]

< 1 mn read Peter Uwadiae-Igbinigie, the Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, has ridiculed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following their protests against the recent governorship election results in the state. On October 2, 2024, PDP leaders staged a march to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Benin City, reiterating their […]

< 1 mn read The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kaduna State Command has reported the seizure of 1,045.93 kg of various illicit substances and the arrest of 420 suspects during the third quarter of the year. Commander Samaila Danmalam shared these figures with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Kaduna. He noted that the […]

< 1 mn read Edo State Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has affirmed that he has both divine and royal support for his plans to develop the South-South state. During a visit to Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma at the Imo State Government House on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, Okpebholo expressed gratitude for the assistance he received during his election […]

2 mn read Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has officially commissioned the rehabilitation of the 19.1-kilometer Itungwa-Mgboko-Amaise-Amairi-Omoba-Ahiaba-Nkwo-Elechi Road, a key infrastructure project aimed at transforming the rural economic landscape of the state. The ceremony took place on Wednesday at Omoba in Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area (LGA). In his address, Governor Otti expressed his administration’s commitment […]

< 1 mn read The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has issued a strong warning against political interference in the upcoming Rivers State local government elections, slated for October 5. National Chairman of IPAC, Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, addressed journalists in Abuja, stressing the importance of conducting the elections without undue meddling. Dantalle criticized the high nomination fees, arguing that they […]

< 1 mn read The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) has released the results for the June/July 2024 In-School National Business Certificate (NBC) and National Technical Certificate (NTC) exams. Out of 67,751 candidates who sat for the exams, 44,000 candidates, representing 65.35%, scored five credits or more, including Mathematics and English Language. Acting Registrar, Dr. Nnasia Ndareke […]

< 1 mn read The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has announced that ongoing improvements in power generation and distribution could lead to a reduction in electricity tariffs across Nigeria. This was revealed during a meeting with the Executive Secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund, Mr. Tosin Adeyanju, as stated by the Minister’s Special Adviser, Mr. Bolaji […]

< 1 mn read Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has stated that while the electorate will ultimately decide, he will play a significant role in selecting his successor when his term ends in 2027. Speaking during the presentation of the Committee report on the Review and Update of Public Service Rules, held in Ibadan, Makinde acknowledged the lobbying […]