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Nigeria, 144 others clear 2025 UN contributions

Paul Dada

4 months ago

Key contributors such as the United States and Russia have yet to pay what they owe, although China paid its…

World AIDS Day: Kano expands insurance access for HIV-affected families

Paul Dada

4 months ago

He said the government responded by expanding the budget line for the Kano State Agency for the Control of AIDS…

BREAKING: Gov. Adeleke resigns from PDP

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

Adeleke's resignation letter came to light following controversies over the primary for the Osun 2026 governorship election scheduled to hold…

Labour, NECA slam proposed NSITF amendments, demand full tripartite review

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

He cited several International Labour Organization (ILO) Conventions and Recommendations that emphasise Tripartite governance as a critical safeguard for social…

Lagos empowers 500 PLHIV, steps up response on World AIDS Day

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

He noted that World AIDS Day, observed globally on December 1, is a moment to honour those lost to AIDS-related…

Ribadu visits Niger, assures on rescue of abducted schoolchildren

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

While commending Bishop Bulus Dauwa Yohanna for his resilience, Ribadu disclosed that Nigeria is receiving technical support from several international…

Breaking: Defence Minister Badaru in sudden resignation, cites reason

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

Badaru, 63, previously served two terms as Governor of Jigawa State from 2015 to 2023 before being appointed Minister of…

NCoS appoints Jane Osuji as first female spokesperson

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

CSC Jane Osuji hails from Owerri – North Local Government Area of Imo State. She holds a BSc in Public…

Plateau PDP members beg Gov. Mutfwang to dump their party for APC

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

Danjem commended Tinubu for the show love and concern for Plateau, particularly over the security situation in the state. He…

Police rescue 38 Malians, one other trafficked to Nigeria in Nasarawa

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

The commissioner further said that the suspect illegally transported his victims from Mali to Orange Market, Mararaba, and held them…

Detty December: Cross River governor, Otu launches free bus service for Christmas

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

The governor encouraged everyone residents and visitors to use the free transport and continue supporting his administration as well as…

IBEDC rolls out 55,000 free meters, warns customers against extortion, bypass

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

The company warned customers not to tamper with the new meters or try to bypass them. This is considered energy…

Bandits’ incursions into Kano threatening north’s stability – Group

Paul Dada

4 months ago

He said that allowing Kano, the region’s most populous and economically vibrant state, to slip into banditry would have far-reaching…

PDP crisis deepens as Osun 2026 primary Is put on hold

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

He assured that the party is working to fix the crisis legally and quickly. He also restated the PDP’s commitment…

World AIDS day marks start of game-changing HIV injection in Africa

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

According to UNAIDS 2024, eastern and southern Africa account for 52% of the 40.8 million people living with HIV worldwide.

Kano man to die by hanging for killing neighbour with screwdriver

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

During the trial, the prosecution Counsel, Lamido Abba-Sorondinki, told the court that Alkasim committed the offence on Jan.19, 2024 at…

Jerry Gana a passionate patriot and orator – Tinubu

Paul Dada

4 months ago

President Tinubu describes Professor Gana as a fine gentleman, a prolific communicator, a mass mobiliser, and a passionate patriot blessed…

Lagos set to host historic Eyo Festival to honour Mogaji, Jakande, Otedola

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

The monarch disclosed that extensive preparations are underway to ensure a smooth cultural procession, adding that discussions had already been…

Diplomatic Drama: Nigerian embassy shelters opposition candidate after Guinea-Bissau coup

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

Diplomatic The situation in Guinea-Bissau is still unfolding, with many citizens awaiting clarity on the next steps for their country.

Defamation Suit: Court shifts case against Natasha

Paul Dada

4 months ago

Justice Chizoba Oji rescheduled the matter upon confirming that the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) had…

Cameroonian opposition leader is dead

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

Valentin Dongmo, vice president of Ekane’s African Movement for the New Independence of Cameroon (Manidem), told AFP that Ekane, 74,…

Security corps, NSCDC, hunters team up to protect schoolchildren in Lagos LGA

Paul Dada

4 months ago

He mentioned the personnel to include; operatives of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN), Ibeju-Lekki Community Corps (Folumo), Nigeria Security…

Lagos First Lady unveils Lagos Police GBV Centre, vows protection for survivors

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

Sanwo-Olu stated that the newly upgraded centre now provides special interview rooms, electronic and video recording systems, a short-stay hostel…

‘Nothing about your body is a mistake’ — Fayemi inspires young girls at health event

Paul Dada

4 months ago

“We declare that menstruation is not a taboo; it is a gift… a sign of strength, womanhood, and the incredible…

‘He paid people to attack me in the UK’ – Obaseki fires at Okpebholo

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

'A villager threatening someone born in Oredo? He even brought people to Manchester to attack me. When I am ready…

Police foil cross-border cow rustling, arrest Nigerien suspect

Paul Dada

4 months ago

“Acting on intelligence provided by vigilant locals, operatives responded promptly and recovered the eight animals, which are now secured pending…

Meta suspends Eedris Abdulkareem’s social media pages, after releasing song criticising Trump

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

Checks also confirmed that the pages are no longer accessible. He did not say how long the suspension might last…

Expose VIPs flouting police escort ban – Presidency

Paul Dada

4 months ago

“If you come across a celebrity, business figure, or any private individual using police protection contrary to the President’s instruction,…

How we plan to resolve Nnamdi Kanu’s case – Gov Otti

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has assured that the matter surrounding the conviction and release of IPOB leader, Mazi…

Army chief wows top-quality care for wounded soldiers

Paul Dada

4 months ago

“Last week, upon his assumption of duty, I visited this hospital to assess its operations and, most importantly, to meet…

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