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In a significant development, the Nasarawa State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, which convened in Lafia, the state capital, has issued a groundbreaking order for the withdrawal of the Certificate of Return previously bestowed upon Governor Abdullahi Sule of the All …

In a move aimed at easing the impact of the petroleum subsidy removal and enhancing public transportation, the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is set to launch a new mass transit express passenger train named “Apapa Express.” The service will operate …

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered a comprehensive cleanup of the corridor of the 37-kilometre-long Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Red Line project ahead of its completion, directing an immediate evacuation of illegal traders and intruders along the rail tracks. The …

The junta currently governing Burkina Faso, which rose to power after toppling a military regime, has declared that it successfully thwarted a coup attempt by certain army officers. In an official statement, the junta expressed that their actions prevented an …

The Kano State Police Command has apprehended two suspects, Ibrahim Adamu and Mujittafa Sale, in connection with the theft of 996 mobile phones, laptops, ATM cards, and cash from Farm Center and Beirut Road GSM markets located in the state …

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has reiterated that the Zamfara State Government possesses substantial evidence implicating agents of the Federal Government in covert negotiations with bandits. This declaration comes in the wake of the Governor’s consistent rejection of negotiations with …

The President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Prof Emmanuel Osodeke, has issued a dire warning about the potential consequences of arbitrary increases in school fees by Nigerian universities. During an interview on Channels TV, Prof Osodeke emphasized …

President Emmanuel Macron has declared France’s intention to terminate its military presence in Niger and recall its ambassador from the country. This decision comes in the wake of a coup that ousted Niger’s democratically elected president, as reported by Paris-based …

Joint Security Task Force Attacked and Burnt in Coordinated Ambush Imo State, Nigeria – In a tragic incident, gunmen have taken the lives of eight security agents, comprising soldiers, policemen, and operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps …

A shocking incident at the University of Lagos has come to light as an undergraduate student, whose identity has been withheld, accuses Dr. Kadiri Akeem Babalola, an associate professor at the institution, of rape in his office. The alleged incident …

Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo and Chairman of Lagos State Parks and Garages (LASPG), has declared his return to the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). This decision comes after the suspension imposed on him and …

New Delhi, India – President Bola Tinubu, who is currently in India for the G-20 Summit, shared his academic journey and encouraged Nigerian students to strive for excellence during an interaction with them on Thursday evening. Speaking to a gathering …

  In a dramatic turn of events, President Ali Bongo of Gabon, who has been forcefully ousted from power by the military, has released a plea for his freedom. The ousted leader’s appeal was captured in a video that has …

In a move signaling a departure from the practices of the past, Presidential Spokesman Ajuri Ngelale has affirmed that President Bola Tinubu is prepared to take decisive action by removing any underperforming member from his cabinet. This announcement follows the …

Tensions between the military leadership of Niger and France have escalated as reports emerged stating that the Nigerien military has severed essential supplies to the French Embassy in the capital, Niamey. According to Turkish news wire Anadolu, citing various social …

  Chicago State University (CSU) has established a condition for the release of the academic credentials of President Bola Tinubu, a move related to the aftermath of the last presidential election. Tinubu’s rival in the election, Atiku Abubakar of the …

Obiora Okonkwo, the spokesperson for the Airline Operators of Nigeria and Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, has indicated that due to the escalating operational costs, passengers might soon have to pay as much as N250,000 for an air ticket from …

Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Kaduna State, has issued a strong caution to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) regarding its proposed military intervention in Niger Republic. El-Rufai emphasized the importance of exercising prudence in the face …

Vice President Kashim Shettima embarked on a diplomatic mission yesterday as he left Abuja bound for Johannesburg, South Africa, where he will stand in for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 15th BRICS Summit of Heads of State and Government. …

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has taken a firm stance against the three-year power transition plan proposed by the military rulers of Niger Republic. The rejection was made known by Abdel-Fatau Musa, ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, …

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has declared the recent floating of the Nigerian naira by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as an illegal action. The CBN’s directive to Deposit Money Banks, instructing them to …

BIRNIN KEBBI, August 2, 2023 – The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kebbi Command, has announced the successful seizure of contraband goods and illegal substances valued at N22 million. The seizure took place at the Kamba border in Kebbi State, marking …

The Defence Headquarters has swiftly countered recent claims that the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) had been presented with a request to execute a change in the country’s leadership. In an official statement released on Sunday in Abuja, Brigadier-General Tukur …

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has once again addressed ongoing speculations that question the source of his spiritual power. Speaking during a sermon at the RCCG 2023 National Convention themed “Beyond …

President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda has voiced criticism against the World Bank’s decision to suspend loans as a means to pressure his government to reconsider the recently passed anti-LGBTQ bill. Earlier this week, the World Bank announced its decision to …

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents have taken the life of an individual who was the subject of an ongoing investigation related to threats against the President of the United States, Joe Biden. As per a report by the …

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a cautionary alert to Nigerians, advising them to refrain from purchasing and consuming fruits that have been artificially ripened using calcium carbide. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Mojisola …

The military junta in Niger Republic has decided to cut off ties with Nigeria and other nations after the efforts of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to resolve the ongoing impasse proved unsuccessful. Following President Mohamed Bazoum’s …

In a recent interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Ajuri Ngelale, the special adviser on media and publicity to President Bola Tinubu, shared insights into the administration’s efforts to cushion the effects of subsidy removal and its plans for the …

In a significant development for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State has been elected as the new National Chairman of the party. He succeeds Senator Abdullahi Adamu, who resigned from the position last …

ABUJA – The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has shed light on the reason why former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, was not subjected to rigorous questioning during his recent appearance before the Senate for ministerial screening. Wike, who was nominated …

WANNUNE, BENUE STATE – The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig.- Gen Yusha’u Dogara Ahmed, recently announced that the scheme is taking a significant step to empower its corps members by providing funds for their business ventures. …

ABUJA – Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the last elections, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed strong disapproval of the report published by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) concerning the election in Nigeria, deeming …

LAGOS – The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has expressed its dissatisfaction with the recent 25 per cent increment in the basic salary of doctors announced by the federal government. In a communique released after its National Executive Council …

Erisco Foods Limited, a leading food manufacturing company, has recognized and rewarded exceptional performance in the last Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination. Kamsiyochukwu Nkechinyere, who emerged as the overall best candidate with a remarkable score of 360, was …

Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into a peculiar incident that occurred on Tuesday at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. A lady reportedly crashed her vehicle into a section of the fence at the Presidential/VIP Lounge parking …