Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
By-election: PDP demands removal of Edo REC, electoral officers
We unequivocally demand the immediate redeployment of REC due to his ignoble role in the last governorship election.
Nigeria commits $538m to SAPZ – Shettima
Shettima reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to tackling food insecurity, adding that the administration of President Bola Tinubu had reactivated…
GMOs: Islamic clerics back use of biotechnology for food security
Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha, Director-General of NBRDA, emphasised the ethical and scientific foundations of GMO technologies as powerful tools for social…
Zulum donates N1bn to Maiduguri varsity for kidney transplants
Zulum commended the hospital for recent successful kidney transplants, saying it was a significant milestone for healthcare delivery in the…
Tinubu to initiate more projects in the North – Information Minister
The minister explained that before Tinubu’s election, he was in Kaduna, and engaged with the leaders from the Northern part…
How Tinubu boosted NDLEA’s capacity to fight drug cartels, abuse – Marwa
Marwa who spoke during his presentation at the two-day interactive Session on Government-citizens’ Engagement on Tuesday in Kaduna said the…
NDLEA intercepts 1.3bn pills of tramadol, 4.4m bottles of codeine – Marwa
The NDLEA boss further revealed that since Tinubu came into office in 2023, the NDLEA has made seizures of 5,555…
Kalu bows to pressure, withdraws controversial Indigeneship Bill
Despite withdrawing the Bill, Kalu argued that states should make laws that would allow settlers to benefit same rights and…
Oyo nurses join nationwide 7-day warning strike
By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko The Oyo State chapter of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) will join a…
Senate gives NNPCL boss 3 weeks to respond to queries on N210trn
Explaining the nitty-gritty of the queries to the NNPCL GCEO, Wadada said that the N210 trillion unaccounted for was broadly…
Nasarawa College Rector jailed 7 years for running fake degree courses
The two defendants deceived unsuspecting applicants by offering admissions to study courses that were not accredited by the regulatory body.
Shettima: Tinubu committed to inclusive governance, responsive policymaking
The vice-president said President Tinubu has demonstrated time and again that his administration was “neither crafting policy in solitude nor…
NIDCOM reacts to anti-Nigerians protests in Ghana
NIDCOM, in a statement by Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, its Chairman/CEO, condemned what it called an attempt to brand all Nigerians…
We’ll reclaim our mandate – Nasarawa PDP warns elected members against defection
According to Ninga, there is no crisis whatsoever in the leadership of Nasarawa State PDP to justify any defection.
First Lady seeks end to Benue killings, donates N1bn to victims
She noted that the state had contributed a lot to the country’s growth and prosperity, especially in the area of…
CDS Musa says 3,000 terrorists killed, 120,000 insurgents surrendered in 2 years
CDS Musa said over 800 Special Forces operatives have graduated, while many others are still undergoing training in Jaji and…
“Tinubu has done so well,” Akume urges Northern politicians to jettison 2027 presidential ambition
Akume added, “Tinubu has laid a foundation stone for New Nigeria through visionary leadership and commitment to bring dividends of…
Alleged defamation: Dogara threatens civil, criminal actions against 4 newspapers
Usman stated that the maker of the news who was described by the media houses as “Dogara’s ex-loyalist,” was not…
Kogi flags off conditional cash transfer scheme for schoolgirls
The project will provide a cash grant of ₦40,000 each to 13,359 adolescent girls in transition classes across the state…
Several terrorists killed as troops repel Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in Borno
The attempted incursion by suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists was launched by insurgents advancing from the Damboa axis, according…
Most wanted graft fugitive turns himself in after 28 years at large
The return and surrender of Liang came after joint efforts by disciplinary watchdogs and public security organs of both Guangdong…
Internet fraud: 32 arrested in Bauchi, 2 jailed in Kaduna
The suspects were arrested in Sabon Kaura and Gwalameji areas of Bauchi, Bauchi State capital following credible intelligence that linked…
EFCC secures final forfeiture order for tractors, tricycles by ex-governor’s aide
The forfeited items are valued at N57.4 million, the spokesperson for EFCC said in a statement.
Seven Chinese, 4 Nigerian accomplices nabbed for illegal mining in Akwa Ibom
They were already engaged in illegal mining activities at their first location where they were mining ilmenite locally called ‘black…
The Inclusive African Children’s Runway returns with third edition
This year's edition follows the momentum of an international edition held in April 2025 in Dayton, USA, which echoed the…
Emerging tech trends in African gaming halls
In a competitive and evolving market, tech adoption is no longer optional. Nigerian gaming halls that embrace innovation stand to…
Notorious ATM fraudster caught in Uyo after CCTV exposed his identity
The suspect was apprehended after the police received distress calls from two Uyo-based banks concerning his activities.
Kebbi governor faults report on malnourished children
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to support MSF in its humanitarian and medical interventions across the state.
Don’t go on strike, we’re addressing your grievances, Lagos govt tells doctors
The Medical Guild which is the association of doctors under the employment of the Lagos State Government on July 26…
Kogi: Ododo orders probe of gruesome murder of journalist
Aiyepeku was allegedly killed by a prison officer in a building where his media organisation also has its office in…