By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- President of the Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association in Nigeria (BAVCCA), Mr. Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has described the Dangote Refinery as a “national asset that every Nigerian must protect, nurture, and defend against any form of sabotage or doubt.” He made this declaration on Wednesday...
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Nigeria’s Super Falcons have secured qualification for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) slated for Morocco, after battling to a 1–1 draw with Benin Republic in the return leg of their qualifier at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta on Tuesday. Defender Ashleigh Plumptre opened scoring for...
Zamfara chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday lauded the effort of Dr Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence and Sen. Abdulaziz Yari for their unwavering support to the party in the state. This is contained in a statement by Alhaji Yusuf Idris, APC Publicity Secretary...
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has declared that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is drawing the curtain on over three decades of poorly constructed roads across Nigeria, replacing them with durable, high-quality infrastructure designed to stand the test of time. During an inspection of the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano highway project on Tuesday,...
Only seven of Nigeria’s 36 states spent more than 80 percent of their health budgets in 2024, according to civic tech group BudgIT. The finding was revealed during the launch of BudgIT’s 2025 State of States Report, themed “ _A Decade of Subnational Fiscal Analysis,”_ held on Tuesday in...
Nigeria’s Flamingos have crashed out of the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after a heavy 4–0 defeat to a rampant Italian side on Tuesday. The loss brought an abrupt end to the 2022 bronze medallists’ campaign, while Italy extended their impressive run to four straight victories in the...
By HARUNA AHMED, Gusau – Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared that it remains steadfast and unshaken despite recent defections of some members to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This assurance was contained in a statement released on Wednesday in Gusau by the PDP...
By AUSTINE TSENZUGHUL, BAUCHI A historic move, never seen before in Bauchi, Northeast Nigeria, that underscores inclusive governance and cultural preservation, has surfaced as Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has hammered out transformative moves, stepping up many traditional title holders to newly created positions. The Doctrine of Necessity maestro,...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Nigeria’s evolving security framework took a decisive turn on Wednesday as National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, met with the newly appointed Service Chiefs to chart a fresh course for the nation’s defense and internal security operations. The strategic meeting, held behind closed doors,...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja Justice S.C. Oriji of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court Maitama has adjourned till December 9, 2025 the adoption of written addresses by the prosecution and defence counsel in the trial within trial of a former Minister of Aviation Hadi Abubakar Sirika. Sirika is...
Fresh fighting has erupted between Boko Haram’s Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS) faction and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) after the collapse of a fragile peace agreement, reigniting one of the region’s deadliest rivalries. According to reports by security analyst Zagazola Makama, the long-standing feud between...
Veteran Nigerian music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has shared a deeply emotional open letter to commemorate his 25 years in the music industry, expressing heartfelt appreciation to everyone who has been part of his remarkable journey. In the message titled “ _Open Letter of Gratitude –...
By EMMANUEL JIMOH, Benin– Edo State Government has given former Deputy Governor, Mr. Godwin Omobayo, a seven-day deadline to return all government properties and assets still in his possession or face arrest. This directive was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Benin by Fred Itua, Chief Press...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- House of Representatives has renewed its resolve to reinforce security within the National Assembly complex, citing growing concerns over recent breaches and the need to ensure uninterrupted legislative operations. Speaker of the House, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, made this known during the opening of a public...
In a shocking incident that unfolded in Awo-Omamma, Oru East Local Government Area of Imo State, a widow, Mrs. Chika Ndubuisi, narrowly escaped being forced to drink water used to bathe her late husband’s corpse — a cruel ritual meant to “prove” her innocence in his death. According to...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Department of State Services (DSS) has trailed to Oyigbo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and arrested one Innocent Chukwuma who used his social media handle to rally the military to overthrow President Bola Tinubu led government. Posting on his “X” handle “@TheAgroman,” Chukwuma stated that a...
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced that the Federal Government has obtained about ₦700 billion from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) to install 1.1 million electricity meters across the country before the end of 2025. Speaking at the 2025 Nigerian Energy Forum (NEF) in Lagos, themed...
A member of the Zamfara State House of Assembly representing Maradun II Constituency, Alhaji Maharazu Salisu, has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). Salisu made the announcement on Tuesday at the APC state secretariat in Gusau, where he appeared alongside all...
Nigerian Senate is poised to confirm the newly appointed Service Chiefs on Wednesday, according to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Akpabio made the announcement during Tuesday’s plenary session after reading a letter from President Bola Tinubu requesting the Senate’s approval for the appointments. Emphasizing the urgency of the process, Akpabio...