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NIGERIAN YOUTHS CALL FOR EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP TO ALLEVIATE ANGER AND HUNGER

2 mn read A group of Nigerian youths, led by Mr. Abuah Martins, Chief Executive Officer of Aprilcentaur Network, has urged political leaders to exhibit exemplary leadership to mitigate the rising frustration and anger among the populace. Speaking at a media chat held at the Alumni Building, University of Ibadan, the youths expressed their concerns over the pervasive […]

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NATIONAL UNITY AND OPTIMISM: GOODLUCK JONATHAN AND ATIKU ABUBAKAR SPEAK ON INDEPENDENCE DAY

2 mn read Former President Goodluck Jonathan, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, state governors, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and various interest groups extended their greetings to Nigerians on the occasion of the 64th Independence Day celebration, emphasizing the need for national unity in addressing the country’s challenges. Don’t Lose Hope — Jonathan In his goodwill message, Jonathan encouraged […]

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FORMER TARABA STATE GOVERNOR DARIUS ISHAKU ARRAIGNED OVER N27 BILLION MISAPPROPRIATION

< 1 mn read Former Taraba State Governor Darius Ishaku was arraigned yesterday before Justice S. Oriji of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, on charges of alleged misappropriation of ₦27 billion in state funds. Ishaku, along with Bello Yero, the former permanent secretary of the Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, is facing a […]

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NAIRA FACES FRESH PRESSURE IN PARALLEL MARKET AS DEPRECIATION CONTINUES

< 1 mn read The Naira has recently experienced significant depreciation in the parallel market, reflecting fresh demand pressures. As of yesterday, parallel market dealers traded the currency at ₦1,705/$1.00, a drop from ₦1,655/$1.00 just a week ago. This marks a consistent downward trend that is notable, as it diverges from the relatively stable range of ₦1,645 to ₦1,655/$1.00 […]

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TRAGIC INCIDENT IN DELTA STATE: FATHER KILLS SON, NURSING MOTHER, AND IS LYNCHED BY MOB

< 1 mn read In a horrifying incident in the Evwreni Community of Delta State, a father named Samson was reported to have killed his toddler son and a nursing mother, identified as Princess, before injuring others in a chaotic scene that unfolded in the early hours of yesterday. Sources indicate that the incident began around 2 a.m. when […]

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EX-GOVERNORS OF OSUN STATE CLASH OVER UNIVERSITY OF ILESA

< 1 mn read Former Osun State Governor Adegboyega Oyetola and his successor, Ademola Adeleke, engaged in a heated exchange regarding the establishment of the University of Ilesa during their condolence visits to the palace of Owa Obokun, honoring the late Oba Adekunle Aromolaran. During his visit, Adeleke claimed credit for not only facilitating the university’s establishment but also […]

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#ENDBADGOVERNANCE COALITION CALLS FOR PEACEFUL PROTEST IN OSUN

< 1 mn read The Coalition for Concerned Nigerians, the group behind the recent #EndBadGovernance protests in Osun State, has urged residents to take to the streets in a show of solidarity against the escalating hardships faced by citizens across the country. In a press briefing held in Osogbo on Monday, the group’s coordinator, Adetunji Ajala, expressed disappointment with […]

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TERRORISTS KILL PDP COUNCILORSHIP CANDIDATE AND BROTHER IN KADUNA STATE

< 1 mn read A tragic incident has occurred in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, where Mr. Raymond Timothy, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) councilorship candidate for the Pari Ward, and his brother, James Timothy, were killed by terrorists. The attack took place on Sunday as the brothers were returning from a political campaign in Kizachi village. […]

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NIGERIAN ARMY NEUTRALIZES EIGHT TERRORISTS, RESCUES 40 ABDUCTED INDIVIDUALS IN SUCCESSFUL OPERATIONS

< 1 mn read The Nigerian Army announced on Tuesday that its troops involved in counter-terrorism operations have successfully neutralized eight terrorists and rescued 40 individuals who had been abducted during a series of coordinated missions across various states. In a statement, the Army highlighted that these operations have intensified efforts to combat unrepentant terrorists and their collaborators, reinforcing […]

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COURT HEARING FOR DETHRONEMENT OF OWA OF IGBajo STALLED DUE TO DEFENDANTS’ ABSENCE

< 1 mn read The hearing regarding the dethronement of the Owa of Igbajo, Oba Adegboyega Famodun, by Governor Ademola Adeleke was postponed at the State High Court in Osun State due to the absence of the defendants’ counsel. Oba Famodun was appointed during the tenure of former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, but his removal was enacted by Adeleke, who […]

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SEADOGS CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION ON INDEPENDENCE DAY

2 mn read As Nigeria commemorates its 64th Independence Day, the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) has issued a pressing call to the Federal Government to implement urgent economic measures to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians, particularly in light of the escalating hunger crisis. In their Independence Day message, titled “Nigeria@64: Walking on Tightrope,” the group emphasized […]

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BUSINESSMAN’S WIFE RECOUNTS KIDNAPPING AND ARREST OF HUSBAND IN ENUGU POLICE SCANDAL

2 mn read The wife of businessman Mr. Tochukwu Nzekwe, Mrs. Nkoli Nzekwe, has shared a shocking account of how her husband was kidnapped and falsely arraigned in court in connection with an incident involving a truck driver from his company. According to Mrs. Nzekwe, the situation began when Okechukwu Ofor, a truck driver working for her husband’s […]

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ASUU THREATENS STRIKE AFTER 14-DAY ULTIMATUM TO FEDERAL GOVERNMENT EXPIRES

2 mn read The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced plans to withdraw services following the expiration of a 14-day ultimatum issued to the Federal Government to address their demands. During a press briefing on Monday in Calabar, Comrade Happiness Uduk, the Zonal Coordinator for ASUU Calabar Zone, read a statement jointly signed by all Chairpersons […]

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NIGERIA’S FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELEASES N122 BILLION FOR GAS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS

2 mn read The Federal Government has disbursed N122 billion to six gas infrastructure companies, aiming to enhance the midstream gas value chain across Nigeria. The announcement was made by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, during the Midstream Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF)/Promoters Agreement Signing Ceremony in Abuja on Monday. Ekpo emphasized […]

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SEGUN SOWUNMI WARNS OF POTENTIAL ONE-PARTY STATE IN NIGERIA DUE TO APC TENSIONS

< 1 mn read Segun Sowunmi, a notable figure in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has issued a stark warning that Nigeria risks devolving into a one-party state under the All Progressives Congress (APC) if the escalating tensions between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, remain unresolved. In a recent appearance on Politics Today, Sowunmi […]

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FORMER TARABA STATE GOVERNOR DARIUS ISHAKU ARRAIGNED OVER ALLEGED MISAPPROPRIATION OF N27 BILLION

< 1 mn read Former Taraba State Governor Darius Dickson Ishaku has been arraigned before Justice S.C. Oriji of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, on charges of alleged misappropriation of N27 billion in state funds. Ishaku, along with former Permanent Secretary of the Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Bello Yero, faces a 15-count […]

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NIGERIA CORRECTIONAL SERVICE CONFIRMS SUSPENSION OF OFFICERS INVOLVED IN BOBRISKY CASE

< 1 mn read The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed the suspension of senior officers implicated in ethical violations concerning the custody of cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, who was held at the Kirikiri Custodial Centre. During a parliamentary inquiry in Abuja on Monday, Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC) Michael Anugwa, the officer-in-charge of the Medium […]

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NIGERIAN TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEUR ANNOUNCES Evolve 3.0 CONFERENCE IN LONDON

2 mn read Nigerian South African-based technology entrepreneur and convener of the Evolve X Conference, Charles Awuzie, has revealed that the third edition of the annual Evolve Conference (Evolve 3.0) will take place in London, United Kingdom, next September. Awuzie, founder of Gemsbok Group and co-founder of Transhuman Coin (THC), made the announcement during the second edition of […]

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SENATE COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN CONGRATULATES TINUBU ON NIGERIA’S INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY

< 1 mn read Chairman of the Senate Committee on Privatisation, Senator Orji Kalu, has extended his congratulations to President Bola Tinubu and all Nigerians on the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary. The former governor praised Nigerians for their hardworking and patriotic nature, urging the political class to leverage their positions to further the interests of the people. […]

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