The United States government has issued a warning to Nigerian travelers about the consequences of overstaying their visas. The US Mission in Nigeria emphasized that violators could face a permanent ban from re-entering the country. Travelers who overstay for more than 180 days but less than a year may face […]
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Akpabio vs Natasha: Senate hearing turns chaotic as Nwaebonyi, Ezekwesili clash
There was a heated exchange at the Senate Committee on Ethics hearing on Tuesday as Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi and former Minister of Education Oby Ezekwesili traded insults. The clash erupted after a petitioner, Zubairu Yakubu, questioned the neutrality of the committee in handling a case involving Senator Godswill Akpabio. Tensions […]
Daniel Bwala Criticizes Peter Obi , Calling Him A Failed Politician
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy, has criticized former presidential candidate Peter Obi, calling him a “failed politician.” The remark came after Obi, at a colloquium in Abuja, claimed that democracy in Nigeria had collapsed, citing setbacks since the country’s return to civilian rule in […]
Over 950 Nigerians Evacuated From Libya In 2025
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has announced the successful evacuation of over 950 Nigerians from Libya in the first quarter of 2025. According to NIDCOM Chairman, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the evacuees, including 683 females, 132 males, 87 children, and 54 infants, were brought back home in six separate trips […]
Simplicity Movement rejects emergency rule in Rivers, Fubara’s suspension
The Simplicity Movement, a sociopolitical group in Rivers State, has condemned the suspension of Governor Siminialayi Fubara, calling it unconstitutional. Speaking in Port Harcourt, the group’s leader, Sobomabo Jackrich, criticized the state of emergency imposed on the state, describing it as an abuse of power. Jackrich argued that Rivers State […]
Rivers Labour Unions Threaten Economic Disruption Over Emergency Rule
Organized labour unions in Rivers State have warned of possible industrial actions that could disrupt national economic activities if President Bola Tinubu does not reverse the emergency rule imposed on the state. In a joint statement, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC), and the Joint Negotiation […]
Police arrest two for killing motorcyclist in Bauchi.
Operatives of Bauchi State Police Command have arrested two people in connection with the death of a 25-year-old motorcycle rider in the state, Dauda Manu. The command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Wakil, made this known in a statement on Monday. Wakil said as the investigation into the matter continued, […]
Naira-for-crude: Marketers fear price hike as FG suspends sale to Dangote
Following the Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s suspension of the sale of petroleum products in naira, some filling stations have started stockpiling Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol, kpakpando reports. The retailers are storing the product to ensure they have enough to sell at a higher rate, having projected that the […]
INEC receives petition seeking Natasha’s recall
The Independent National Electoral Commission has received the petition seeking the recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Secretary to the commission, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, received the petition on Monday.
Quality education, research key to ending poverty – Ezekwesili
Former Minister of Education, Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili, has called for urgent reforms in higher education, research and adoption of technology as strategies to combat poverty in Africa. Ezekwesili made this assertion during Redeemer’s University’s 20th Anniversary Public Lecture in Ede, Osun State, on Monday. Speaking on the theme ‘The Reality […]