< 1 mn read Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, emphasized the importance of collective action to improve Nigeria during an interdenominational service marking the country’s 64th Independence anniversary at St. Faith Anglican Cathedral in Awka. He urged continued prayers for the nation and its leaders as they work to fulfill the aspirations of the people, stating, “We are […]

< 1 mn read Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, believes that Nigeria can resolve its insecurity challenges within six months to a year if the government adopts a serious approach. He stressed the importance of providing adequate support to service chiefs, including manpower, equipment, and resources, and establishing clear deadlines for progress. Ndume pointed out critical issues such […]

< 1 mn read Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to eliminate fuel subsidies has saved Nigeria N5.4 trillion, which would have been spent by the end of 2024. During the 64th National Day celebration at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter in Abeokuta, Abiodun noted that this amount would have been detrimental, […]

< 1 mn read The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom has suspended its local government election campaigns following the death of Mrs. Patience Eno, the wife of the state governor. Edwin Ebiese, the Publicity Secretary, announced the decision in Uyo, expressing the party’s deep sorrow over her sudden passing. He stated that the suspension is a mark […]

< 1 mn read Just when it seemed this season of BBNaija might be dull, Biggie introduced a twist by bringing back previous contestants to stir up drama. The return of Chinwe, Rhuthie, and Dami shocked the current housemates and viewers alike, injecting new energy into the show. Dami’s clinginess to Topher raised eyebrows, especially since he’s in a […]

< 1 mn read Entertainment lawyer Folakemi Falana has publicly defended her brother, rapper Falz, amid a heated dispute with social media personality Verydarkman. In a recent Instagram post, she responded to Verydarkman’s accusations that Falz and their father, Femi Falana, had helped Bobrisky evade money laundering charges. Folakemi expressed frustration at the public’s gullibility and emphasized her family’s […]

< 1 mn read Yakubu Dogara, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, has stated that President Bola Tinubu is not accountable for the removal of the petroleum subsidy. Dogara explained that while Tinubu announced the subsidy’s removal during his inauguration on May 29, 2023, he did not implement the policy. In an interview on Channels TV on September […]

< 1 mn read Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos has expressed his condolences to Akwa Ibom Governor Pastor Umo Eno following the death of his wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno. She passed away on Thursday at the age of 57 after a brief illness, surrounded by family. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, […]

< 1 mn read Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 General Elections, has praised Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of the Living Faith Church, as an exceptional servant of God. In a congratulatory message shared on his X handle by media aide Ibrahim Umar, Obi celebrated Oyedepo’s 70th birthday. He described Oyedepo as a remarkable figure […]

< 1 mn read No fewer than 1,331 members of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area, Kano State, defected to the ruling New Nigerian People’s Party (NNPP) on Thursday. The defectors, mainly from 11 wards, expressed their commitment to opposing the return of APC as the ruling party in Kano State. Prominent among the […]

< 1 mn read The Yobe Government reported a total of 132 cholera cases as of September 25, resulting in nine fatalities. Dr. Mohammed Gana, Commissioner for Health and Human Services, shared this update in Damaturu, noting that the cases were identified in Gubja, Fune, Machina, Nangere, and Nguru Local Government Areas. Gana stated that 112 patients were treated […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) FCT command aims to reduce road traffic crashes in the territory’s six area councils by 50% by 2030. At a town hall meeting in Abuja, Sector Commander Chorrie Muta’a emphasized major road safety issues like traffic congestion, speeding, and distracted driving. The event, themed “Road Safety: A Collective Responsibility,” […]

< 1 mn read Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, the wife of Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State, has died. The state government confirmed her passing in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, on Friday, September 27, 2024. Titled “Unexpected Sunset,” the statement revealed that the First Lady passed away in a hospital on September […]

< 1 mn read The Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC) has announced that the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) will not be utilized for the upcoming Local Government elections on September 28. Anthony Nnalue, the Commissioner for Information and Logistics, made this statement during a sensitization program for election observers and media personnel organized by the International Peace […]

< 1 mn read Senator Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, announced the Federal Government’s commitment to investing in dry season farming to tackle the ongoing nutrition and food crisis in Nigeria. This was stated during the inauguration of a workshop for stakeholders focused on food and nutrition security in Abuja. Represented by Nuhu Kilishi, the Director […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Government has reaffirmed the Ministry of Works’ commitment to the timely completion of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. During an inspection in Lagos, Federal Controller of Works, Korede Kesha, expressed optimism about the project’s progress. Kesha noted that while the contractor’s pace may appear slow due to necessary sand settlement in swampy areas, […]

< 1 mn read Ahead of the 64th Independence anniversary on October 1, President Bola Tinubu’s administration is committed to reforms aimed at establishing Nigeria as a leading global economic power. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced that these transformative policies will rectify past issues and promote sustainable growth. During a press conference, Idris detailed reforms […]

< 1 mn read The initiative aims to distribute five million tablets across Nigeria, equipping students with technical and vocational skills for the modern workforce. Abiola Arogundade, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Technical, Vocational, and Entrepreneurship Education, emphasized the project’s alignment with President Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope Agenda.” During the donation event, she stated that the goal is […]

< 1 mn read Dr. Muhammad Idris, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education (NCAOOSCE), revealed that approximately 30 million Almajiri and 20 million out-of-school children are in urgent need of assistance. Speaking in Abuja during the inauguration of a committee aimed at reforming Almajiri education, Idris emphasized the importance of providing these children […]

< 1 mn read Former President Goodluck Jonathan asserted on Thursday that the Federal Government did not lose $49.8 billion during his administration. He made this statement in Abuja at the launch of a book by Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, a former Minister of Finance under his tenure. Jonathan disagreed with some contributions from former CBN Governor Muhammad Sanusi II […]