Year: 2018
Tillerson to visit Nigeria, 4 others next week
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson would visit Nigeria and four other African countries from March 6 to 13, the…
Ohanaeze mourns late Achuzia, says his death great loss to Ndigbo
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has described the death of its one-time Secretary-General, retired Col. Joe Achuzia as a great loss…
Fire razes 600 shops in old Bida market
A raging inferno on Thursday night razed over 600 shops at the old market in Bida, headquarters of Bida Local…
Scientists develop “nanorobots” to treat cancer
Chinese scientists said they have successfully created and tested the world’s first autonomous DNA nanorobots to combat cancer tumors, paving…
Doctors shut down healthcare centres in Kogi
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in Kogi on Thursday said that all healthcare facilities in the state would remain shut…
States’ assemblies want power devolution
States’ Houses of Assembly on Thursday deplored National Assembly’s rejection of the Bill seeking to adopt devolution of powers in…
Northern governors want state of emergency declared on drug abuse
Northern governors have called on the Federal Government to declare state of emergency on drug abuse in the country as…
Ajimobi deserves another term if not for constitutional impediment – Olubadan
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji has said that the ‘unprecedented’ achievements of the Governor of Oyo State, Senator…
Dangote Inaugurates Multi Billion Naira Rice Processing Plant in Jigawa
The Dangote Rice Outgrower Scheme in Jigawa State reached a turning point Wednesday when the President of Dangote Group, Aliko…
Classy City maul woeful Arsenal 3-0 again at Emirate
Manchester City have again mauled woeful Arsenal 3-0 at the Emirate Stadium to extend lead at the top by 16…
Stop discrimination against PLWD, OPD appeals to Lagosians
The Lagos State Office of the Public Defender (OPD) has urged the people of the State to shun discrimination against…
Dangote’s Jigawa Rice Plant to process N14bn worth of rice annually
The Dangote Rice Out-grower Scheme in Jigawa State has reached a turning point when the President of Dangote Group, Aliko…
NGO sets to provide free food to school pupils
In line with her renewed fight against hunger among the people, a Non-Governmental organisation known as the FoodClique is set…
Obat, VAE to supply 100,000mt refined product quarterly
Obat Oil and Petroleum Ltd. have entered into a long-term agreement with Vital Allied Energy Supply & Services Ltd, (VAE)…
Buhari: We’re winning war against corruption
Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said his administration is winning the war against corruption.
Lagos Arraigns 70 Suspected Cultists
The Lagos State Government on Thursday arraigned 70 suspected cultists before Chief Magistrate Olufunke Sule-Amzat of the Ogudu Magistrate Court…
Court awards N100,000 cost against Chevron
A Federal High Court in Lagos has awarded N100,000 cost against Chevron Petroleum Nigeria Ltd., in a debt recovery suit…
Federal govt., Editors partners in nation building process – Lai Mohammed
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has admonished the Guild of Editors to see themselves as partners…
INEC to display names of registered voters
INEC will display names of registered voters in the first quarter of 2018 from March 26 to March 31, for…
Kogi state. seeks private sector collaboration in technical, vocational skill training
Kogi Government has urged private sector and individuals to establish technical schools and donate equipment to enhance technical and vocational…
19m babies at risk of brain damage annually due to lack of iodine – UNICEF
Nearly 19 million babies born globally every year are at risk of permanent yet preventable brain damage and reduced cognitive…
Anambra state police set up illegal firearms task force
The Police Command in Anambra has set up a nine-member Task Force to enforce the directive of the Inspector-General (I-G)…
NNPC committed to supporting on non-oil sectors – Baru
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) on Thursday expressed commitment towards providing the necessary assistance for Nigeria to attain competitive…
Increased foreign private investments pleases President Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday welcomed the rise in foreign private investments in the country.
Lagos Begins Youth Economic Empowerment Training For 900 Youths
The Lagos State Government has commenced its first Youth Economic Empowerment Scheme (YEES), designed to make 900 youth across the…
Oyo Assembly passes N271.57bn 2018 budget
The Oyo State House of Assembly on Thursday passed the state’s 2018 Appropriation Bill of N271.57 billion.
2018 Social Media Week: Organisers seek public, private collaboration
Ngozi Odita, Co- Founder and Executive Director, ‘Social Media Week’, on Thursday called for synergy between government and corporate organisations…
Hajj 2018: Pilgrims cautioned on 5% VAT by Saudi Govt.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has cautioned prospective pilgrims on five per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) introduced…
Social Media Week: I Failed JAMB 5 Times- Laura Ikeji
This year's edition of Social Media Week commenced on Monday the 26 of February and will be ending on Friday…
Nigerian Navy impound 3,574 bags of smuggled rice in Calabar
Naval personnel attached to the Nigerian Navy Ship Victory in Calabar, have arrested a large wooden boat laden with 3,574…