The Anambra State Government has issued a warning to its citizens, particularly those residing in flood-prone areas, about the rising water levels of the River Niger. In a press release obtained by our correspondent on Monday, the State Government alerted residents of vulnerable local government areas, including Anambra East, Anambra […]
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JUST IN: Police declare Briton, Nigerian wanted for attempting to overthrow Tinubu
The Nigeria Police Force has declared a British national, Andrew Wynne, also known as Andrew Povich, and a Nigerian, Lucky Obiyan, wanted for allegedly plotting to overthrow the Nigerian government. Police spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi revealed that Wynne is accused of establishing a network of sleeper cells to destabilize the country. […]
FG hands over 20 CNG buses to Oyo
The Federal Government on Monday handed over 20 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to the Oyo State Government as part of efforts to address challenges related to petrol importation. The handover ceremony took place at the Pacesetter Transport Service in Ibadan, led by Michael Oluwagbemi, CEO and Programme Director of […]
On Foreign News, Toronto Police Arrest Canadian-Nigerian Woman Threatening Yoruba, Benin People
*On Foreign News * Toronto Police have arrested Amaka Sonnberger, a Canadian-Nigerian woman, following allegations that she threatened to poison Yoruba and Benin citizens in Canada. The arrest was made on Sunday after an investigation into online content posted by Sonnberger on August 25. Police describe the case as a […]
Be on the alert, Anambra govt warns vulnerable areas over flood.
The Anambra State government has issued a warning to residents in flood-prone areas to stay alert as the River Niger continues to rise rapidly. The affected areas include Ayamelum, Anambra East, Anambra West, Onitsha South, Awka North, Ihiala, Ogbaru, and Ekwusigo, which are annually impacted by flooding. The warning follows […]
Chidimma Adetshina Wins Miss Universe Nigeria 2024
In a thrilling development from the world of beauty pageants, Chidimma Adetshina has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024. Representing Taraba State, Adetshina’s journey to the crown has been marked by resilience and grace. Despite being disqualified from the Miss South Africa pageant earlier this year, Adetshina bounced back, capturing […]
Insecurity: Nigerian Govt orders Minister, Defence Chiefs to move to Sokoto
The Nigerian government has ordered the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and top military chiefs to relocate to Sokoto State. This directive is aimed at intensifying efforts to combat banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism in the North-West region. The Ministry of Defence’s Director of Information, Henshaw Ogubike, confirmed the […]
REVEALED: How $6 billion NNPC debt is causing petrol supply hiccups
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, or NNPCL, has admitted to having significant debt to petrol suppliers, which it says is causing the current fuel queues across the country. NNPCL spokesman Olufemi Soneye announced on Sunday that the financial strain from these debts is threatening the sustainability of Nigeria’s fuel […]
You can’t control commodities prices with force – Rights group tells Nigerian govt
The Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy, and Development, FENRAD, has criticized the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) for its recent one-month moratorium on sellers inflating commodity prices. FENRAD argues that price reductions cannot be achieved through force. The group’s Executive Director, Nnanna Nwafor, stated that the root cause […]
Nigerian Government Announces 50 Percent Electricity Subsidy For Federal Universities And Affiliated Teaching Hospitals
The Nigerian government has announced a 50% electricity subsidy for 37 federal universities and seven affiliated teaching hospitals. The subsidy aims to alleviate the financial strain these institutions face due to high electricity costs. The Minister of State for Health, Tunji Alausa, initially announced the subsidy, stating it would support […]