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< 1 mn read Flying Officer David Sangokoya of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has achieved a notable milestone by being awarded the International Sword of Honour for 2023 at the Royal Air Force College Cranwell (RAFCC) in the United Kingdom. This prestigious accolade was presented to him by Prince William, on behalf of King Charles III, during the […]

< 1 mn read Dr. Musa Aliyu, SAN, Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has made history as the first chairperson of any Nigerian anti-graft agency to personally lead a prosecution in court. ICPC Spokesperson Demola Bakare announced this milestone on Friday in Abuja, highlighting Aliyu’s commitment to his promise made during his […]

2 mn read An Upper Area Court in Kado, Abuja has issued an order restraining the police from investigating a paternity dispute involving former Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Kabiru Turaki. This decision is effective pending the resolution of the case currently before the court. Presiding Judge Shehu Ahmadu ruled that the Inspector-General of Police and […]

2 mn read Branch International Finance Company Limited, a prominent fintech firm known for its dedication to financial inclusion and community development, has made a significant contribution to the SOS Children’s Village in Isolo, Lagos, Nigeria. This donation is part of Branch’s ongoing corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives. The contribution aims to support the SOS Children’s Village in […]

< 1 mn read The upcoming Nigerian Economic Summit will address key issues such as building a more secure society, fostering inclusive development, and sparking innovation. At a World Press Conference in Abuja, key figures including Mr. Nnanna Ude (Board Director, NESG), Mrs. Cecillia Akintomide (Co-chair, Private Sector Joint Planning Committee for NES#30), Mr. Udeme Ufot (Board Director, NESG […]

< 1 mn read There is ongoing controversy regarding the Nigerian Navy’s continued issuance of bunkering permits, with critics in the maritime industry calling it an anomaly. At the Lagos International Maritime Week, Commodore Igbani Agwu, General Manager of Planning for the Nigerian Navy, defended the Navy’s involvement in issuing these permits. He explained that the Navy’s intervention was […]

< 1 mn read On Thursday, Governor Dr. Peter Mbah of Enugu State officially launched the revitalisation of Enugu United Palm Products Limited (EUPPL) at a ceremony held in Ibite-Olo, Ezeagu Local Government Area. This event marks the beginning of a significant N100 billion investment deal between the Enugu State Government and Pragmatic Palms Limited (PPL), finalized in May. […]

< 1 mn read Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State and Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, have expressed their condolences following the death of Oba Adekunle Aromolaran, the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland. The monarch passed away after a brief illness, as confirmed by Chief Olayinka Fasuyi, the Asiwaju of Ijesaland. Governor Adeleke remembered the late Oba […]

< 1 mn read At the 50th Anniversary celebration of Eko Club in Surulere, former Minister of Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, SAN, called on social clubs across Nigeria to play a significant role in the country’s social re-engineering and sustainable national growth. Delivering a lecture titled “The Role of Social Clubs in Engineering,” Fashola emphasized the importance […]

< 1 mn read Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State revealed plans to introduce a price control mechanism and suspend all forms of market levies during a meeting with market leaders, including Iyaloja General Mrs. Yemisi Abass, at the Governor’s Office in Abeokuta. To address rising food prices, Abiodun announced the rebranding of the state’s Bulk Purchasing Company to […]

< 1 mn read Tetra Pak, a provider of processing and packaging solutions, has pinpointed low purchasing power and high post-harvest losses as major obstacles to investment and growth in Nigeria’s packaging sector. Haithem Debiche, Manager of Tetra Pak West Africa, shared these insights at the Propak West Africa 2024 Exhibition in Lagos. Debiche emphasized that the economic downturn […]

< 1 mn read George and Chioma Buchi were killed in an explosion at their home on Water Works Road, Abakiliki, Ebonyi State. Chioma, the younger sister of Afrobeat singer Patoranking, and her husband had recently moved into their newly built residence. The exact cause of the explosion remains unclear, with conflicting reports suggesting it could have been caused […]

< 1 mn read The Nigerian Army announced the capture of Husseini Usman, a wanted terrorist kingpin, in Ganawuri village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. The operation, reported on the Army’s official X Handle, also led to the rescue of kidnapped victims and the seizure of weapons and critical logistics used by the terrorists. On September 11, […]

< 1 mn read The Kaduna State Police Command has reported the detention of one suspected kidnapper and five notorious armed robbers, with one robber neutralized during recent operations. ASP Mansir Hassan, the command’s spokesperson, issued a statement on Thursday confirming the developments. On Tuesday, operatives from Operation Fushi Kada, led by their Commander, conducted an operation based on […]

< 1 mn read On Thursday, a Georgia judge dismissed three charges from the indictment against former U.S. President Donald Trump and his co-defendants, who are accused of conspiring to overturn the 2020 election results in the state. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee threw out two of the charges directly involving Trump, reducing his total felony count […]

< 1 mn read The inaugural Economic Development Assembly, organized by Global Citizen and Bridgewater Associates, will take place on October 9, 2024, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. This landmark event aims to mobilize financial support for Africa’s development, particularly focusing on the replenishment of the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA21). The assembly will convene global leaders, including heads […]

2 mn read The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has urged governments, emergency managers, and relevant bodies to incorporate weather forecasts into their planning strategies. Mrs. Glory Onyegbule, Director of Applied Meteorological Services at NiMet, emphasized this point during a National Emergency Coordination Forum organized by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Abuja on Thursday. Onyegbule highlighted that […]

2 mn read Prince Adewole Adebayo, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has cautioned Nigerians to brace for even higher fuel prices, stating that the current increase is just the beginning. He highlighted that fuel prices will continue to escalate and advised Nigerians not to lament the inevitable hikes, as the government is determined […]