Akwa Ibom is grappling with an embarrassing maternal mortality incident. A young pregnant mother and her newborn died at a government-run secondary health facility and this has raised concerns about healthcare delivery service in the state. The unfortunate incident occurred during the weekend and has brought to the fore...
Tom Chiahemen
Akwa-Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno has announced plans to kick-start oil palm business with the planting of new varieties to boost agribusiness and revive the sector. He said the State Committee on Food Security has recommended a template which involves the distribution of improved seedlings, deployment of extension officers...
In a major push to combat child malnutrition, the Plateau State Government, in partnership with UNICEF, has launched the distribution of 5,392 cartons of Small-Quantity Lipid-Based Nutrient Supplements (SQ-LNS), targeting over 80,000 children between 6 to 23 months across the state. The official handover ceremony, held at the Government...
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has tasked the Governing Council of Kashim Ibrahim University to foster the culture of cutting-edge research, innovation and community development to address the challenges and opportunities of the post-insurgency recovery effort. The governor gave the task on Monday while inaugurating the Pro-Chancellor...
A catastrophic 6.0-magnitude earthquake rocked eastern Afghanistan on Sunday night, claiming at least 1,124 lives and injuring 3,251, according to the Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS). The disaster, centered in Kunar province, obliterated over 8,000 homes, leaving countless families in despair. “Rescue operations are underway, with many still trapped...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, alongside prominent PDP leaders, has outlined stringent conditions to ensure a credible and inclusive national convention for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), scheduled for November 15-16, 2025, in Ibadan. The group, identifying as the Eminent Leaders and Concerned Stakeholders of the...
Akwa Ibom State Police Command has uncovered a suspected cult armory in Ikot Obio Ekong village, Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, seizing firearms and apprehending two individuals. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, shared this development with journalists in Uyo on Tuesday. She revealed that operatives, acting...
House of Representatives has unequivocally reaffirmed its support for Speaker Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, dismissing rumors of an impeachment plot as baseless and misleading. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja, Deputy Spokesperson Rep. Philip Agbese praised Abbas’ leadership, stating, “The confidence of members in Rt. Hon. Abbas...
Union Bank of Nigeria has finalized its merger with Titan Trust Bank Ltd, securing final approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), marking a significant milestone in the nation’s financial sector. In a statement, Union Bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Yetunde Oni, announced the completion...
English Premier League (EPL) champions Liverpool have agreed a £35 million ($47.28 million) deal for Crystal Palace and England centre back Marc Guehi, British media reported on Monday. The reports said Palace captain Guehi, who scored in Sunday’s 3-0 win at Aston Villa, was undergoing a medical in London...
Minister of Transportation, Mr. Said Alkali, announced that the damaged sections of the Abuja-Kaduna rail line will be fully repaired within 10 days. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday during an inspection of the derailment site, Alkali highlighted ongoing efforts to restore the tracks following a derailment incident...
The Department of Epidemic Viruses at the Pasteur Institute of Côte d'Ivoire is equipped with a mobile case specially designed to intervene in remote areas in the event of suspicion or threat of epidemic diseases. This tool is essential for a rapid and effective response to health emergencies. The...
Nigerian Army has apprehended one of its own, Lance Corporal Saifullahi Garba (14NA/72/15972), for alleged gunrunning in Borno State, while recent operations across the country led to the rescue of eight kidnap victims and the recovery of significant arms caches. A reliable source from Army Headquarters, speaking to the...
Kebbi State Police Command has launched an investigation into a violent assault on the convoy of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), in Birnin Kebbi on Monday, September 1, 2025. According to reports, the attack occurred as Malami, who recently defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC)...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is currently convening with key People’s Democratic Party (PDP) figures at his official residence in Abuja to address critical issues concerning the party’s future. Among the prominent attendees are PDP National Secretary Sam Anyanwu, former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, former...
Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has praised the Finnish judicial system for convicting Simon Ekpa, a pro-Biafra separatist, emphasizing that those funding terrorism will face justice no matter where they hide. On [date of ruling], the Päijät-Häme District Court in Lahti, Finland, sentenced Ekpa to a six-year...
A mentor at 59, Congratulations Your Excellency! On behalf of myself, the Government, and the people of Borno State, I extend heartfelt birthday felicitations to His Excellency Vice President Kashim Shettima as he celebrates his 59th birthday. Mr Vice President, sir, your mentorship has shaped countless leaders across Borno,...
Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd), Rivers State Administrator, officially inaugurated 23 newly elected Local Government Chairmen, shortly after they received their certificates of return from the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). The ceremony, marked by a group photograph, symbolized a fresh chapter for local governance in the state....
In a series of decisive operations across Nigeria, the Nigerian Army has successfully disrupted multiple terrorist attacks and freed 14 kidnapped individuals within a 24-hour period. A reliable source from Army Headquarters informed the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday that troops from 1 Brigade, operating under Operation...
In a heartfelt tribute, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu celebrated Vice President Kashim Shettima on his 59th birthday, lauding his unwavering dedication to Nigeria’s progress and their shared vision for a prosperous nation. The President’s statement, released on September 2, 2025, highlighted Shettima’s exemplary leadership, from his transformative tenure as...