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Fire kills Kano commissioner’s daughter & siblings, Gov Yusuf expresses condolences

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has expressed deep shock over a fire incident that claimed the lives of the daughter, elder sister, and...

FG unveils new secondary school curriculum

The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, announced that a new curriculum will be implemented in secondary schools nationwide by September 2024. This declaration...

Nigerian gamer Oluwole sets world record with 75-hour soccer video game marathon

A 24-year-old Nigerian named Oside Oluwole, also known as "Khoded," has broken a world record certified by the Guinness World Records (GWR) for the...

President Biden tests positive for COVID-19, experiencing mild symptoms

President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, as confirmed by the White House in a statement on Thursday. Despite being vaccinated and boosted,...

Data shows over 600k Nigerians filed for asylum abroad under Buhari

In 2023, Nigerians emerged as the largest group of African asylum seekers in Canada, according to recent data. They were followed by Kenyans, Congolese,...

Arewa students, youths withdraw from planned nationwide hardship protest

In response to the planned nationwide protest against economic hardship scheduled for August, a coalition of Concerned Northern Youths and Students from 19 Northern...

Local oil price will continue to increase – Dangote raises alarm

Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has expressed concerns over the rising prices of locally sourced crude oil due to the practices of international oil companies...

Bankers’ Committee restores national pride

The Bankers Committee is close to completing a major renovation and upgrade of the National Theatre in Lagos, aiming to restore national pride and...

Did Gov Zulum’s son commit murder over woman in India? Details emerge

The recent reports alleging that Umara Zulum, the son of Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, was arrested in India for allegedly killing a Chinese...

Nigeria attracts $2bn investment in renewable energy sector – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu highlighted Nigeria's strides in the renewable energy sector during the African Natural Resources & Energy Investment Summit, 2024, held in Abuja....

NDLEA sells millions worth properties seized from drug cartels to Nigerians

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recently conducted an auction of properties and assets seized from drug cartels, a significant move in its...

Build rain shelters at bus stops, Abuja residents tell Wike

The residents of Abuja have voiced their concerns to the FCT administration about the lack of shelters at bus stops, especially as the rainy...

Imo Chief Justice caught altering date of birth – Assembly wants her sacked

The Imo State House of Assembly has recommended the immediate removal of Chief Judge Justice Theresa Chikeka over allegations of age falsification. This decision...

Trump fan Gets $700 tattoo of ‘iconic fist’ photo from assassination attempt

A die-hard supporter of former US President Donald Trump has commemorated a dramatic moment in Trump's recent rally by getting a $700 tattoo depicting...

Orbih, Ojezua congratulate Shaibu on reinstatement as Edo deputy governor

The Federal High Court in Abuja recently nullified the impeachment of Philip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State, reinstating him due to...

Lagos records close to ₦1bn sales in 40 market days at Mushin food hub

The Lagos State Government, through its Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms Abisola Olusanya, announced that the newly inaugurated middle-level food agro-hub in...

Katsina Gov gives account of how 34 LGAs spent ₦128bn in 1 year

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State disclosed that the local government councils collectively spent ₦128 billion through the joint account system between June 2023...

how Tinubu plans to use student loan to fight corruption

President Bola Tinubu recently inaugurated a student loan scheme aimed at fostering inclusiveness and combating poverty in Nigeria. During the inauguration, Tinubu emphasized that...

LP’s Akpata survives scare as court rejects suit seeking to void his nomination

In a recent judgment, the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a suit seeking to invalidate the nomination of Olumide Akpata as the Labour...

EFCC wins as court says Yahaya Bello will be arraigned on September 25

In a recent development, the Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled September 25 for the arraignment of former Kogi Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello,...

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