< 1 mn read The Nigerian armed forces have made commendable strides in combating terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and various forms of violent crime throughout the country. President Bola Tinubu highlighted these achievements while inaugurating the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Inaugural Annual International Lecture on Thursday in Abuja. The lecture, themed “Insecurity in the Sahel (2008-2024): Dissecting Nigeria’s Challenges […]

2 mn read Governor Alex Otti of Abia State on Thursday inaugurated the construction of model court halls in all 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. Speaking at the event held in Umuene Autonomous Community, Isiala Ngwa South LGA, Otti described the project as a fulfillment of a significant campaign promise. The governor emphasized his administration’s […]

< 1 mn read Nurses at the State Hospital, Ijaye, Abeokuta, staged a protest on Thursday over the alleged assault of a student nurse by a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at the hospital. The protest was led by Adejoke Bello, the Chairman of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) in Ogun State. According to reports, the incident […]

< 1 mn read Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has issued a directive requiring all civil servants to immediately present their educational certificates and other documents before receiving their October salary. The directive was communicated in a statement signed by Mr. Humwashi Wonosikou, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, in Yola on Thursday. The governor warned that failure to […]

2 mn read According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the National Average Cost of a Healthy Diet (CoHD) per adult per day stood at ₦1,255 in August 2024. This figure represents a 0.8% decrease from July’s cost of ₦1,265. Understanding the CoHD The CoHD is defined as the least expensive combination of locally available items that […]

2 mn read Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has acknowledged significant gaps in the state’s healthcare infrastructure, revealing a deficit of approximately 66,288 hospital beds. Speaking at the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Healthcare and Medical Expo, represented by the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, Sanwo-Olu emphasized the need for improvements to meet the healthcare needs of […]

< 1 mn read The Iranian-backed Houthi militia announced on Thursday that it has launched another drone attack on the Israeli coastal city of Tel Aviv. The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed that they intercepted a drone off the coast near the city, while another drone reportedly fell on open ground. The drones, which the Houthis described as a […]

2 mn read Oil and gas workers, represented by the Petroleum Industry Christian Fellowship International (PICFI), have expressed deep concerns about the rising cost of living in Nigeria, highlighting its impact on both their professional and personal lives. During the group’s three-day 20th annual prayer conference in Port Harcourt, Sola Idowu, President of PICFI, shared insights into how […]

< 1 mn read The Lagos State Government has announced a night traffic diversion to facilitate the installation of a truck barrier at the Ojuelegba flyover bridge, located near the fire station. Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, stated that the diversion will take place from 10:00 PM on Saturday, October 5, to 5:00 AM on Sunday, October 6. Motorists […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a stern warning to terrorists and insurgents, urging them to surrender or face a renewed military offensive. This statement was made during the opening of the News Agency of Nigeria’s (NAN) inaugural Annual International Lecture held in Abuja. Tinubu’s warning emphasizes the government’s commitment to tackling insecurity in Nigeria […]

< 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 […]