The Federal Government has disbursed over 330 billion naira in cash transfers to poor and vulnerable Nigerians. Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, made the disclosure while briefing journalists in Abuja yesterday. He explained that the payments are part of President Bola Tinubu’s social protection programme, […]
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TINUBU LIFTS EMERGENCY RULE IN RIVERS STATE
President Bola Tinubu has ended the six–month state of emergency in Rivers State. In a nationwide broadcast yesterday, the President declared that Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Nma Odu, and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly will return to their offices today, September 18th, 2025. The emergency […]
Boniface returns to Leverkusen as medical issues stall AC Milan transfer
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface is returning to Bayer Leverkusen after AC Milan delayed approving his transfer. The 24-year-old underwent two days of medicals in Italy, but concerns over his injury history, including past ligament tears, prompted Milan to proceed cautiously. The proposed deal involved a €5 million loan with […]
On Sports, 17-Year-Old Adama Wins Nigeria’s First Medal at World Junior Swimming.
On Sports, Seventeen-year-old Abdul Jabar Adama has made history as Nigeria’s first swimmer to win a medal at the World Aquatics Junior Championships in Romania. Adama clinched silver in the men’s 50m butterfly, clocking 23.64 seconds, just behind Great Britain’s Dean Fearn who won gold in 23.54. He also broke […]
Discharged soldiers threaten lockdown over unpaid entitlement
A group of voluntarily discharged Nigerian soldiers from the 2024 Batch Two are threatening to shut down federal institutions over unpaid benefits. In a statement in Abuja, the soldiers demanded the payment of five months’ salary arrears, discharge allowances, medical benefits, and corrected packing allowances. They gave the Defence Ministry […]
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Foils Widow’s Cocaine Drug Smuggling with Fake Pregnancy.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has arrested a 50-year-old widow, Ifeoma Henrietta Ezewuike, who attempted to traffic 1.3 kilograms of cocaine disguised as a pregnancy. She was caught at a Lagos bus terminal en route to Abuja. A raid on her home uncovered drug-cutting agents, while separate nationwide […]
President Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Economic Growth.
President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s commitment to inclusive economic prosperity across Nigeria. He made the remark at the silver jubilee celebration of His Royal Majesty, Eze E.C. Okeke, traditional ruler of Amaifeke in Imo State. Represented by Minister of Works, David Umahi, President Tinubu congratulated the monarch on […]
IPMAN accuses Anambra govt of N900m debt, warns of fuel price hike
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), has called on the Anambra State Government to pay over ₦900 million owed for diesel supplied to power streetlights. Chairman of IPMAN Enugu Unit, Chief Chinedu Anyaso, raised the concern on Sunday in Enugu after the association’s 2025 Annual General Meeting. He […]
National Peace Committee Identifies Security Flashpoints Ahead of Anambra Guber Poll.
Ahead of the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State, the National Peace Committee, chaired by former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar, has identified flashpoints that may threaten peaceful polls. Through its secretariat, The Kukah Centre, the committee listed Awka South, Awka North, Ihiala, Nnewi South, Idemili North, Orumba […]
On Sports News, NFF Defends Support for Late Super Eagles Legends
On Sports News The Nigeria Football Federation has responded to criticism over the funerals of late Super Eagles icons Christian Chukwu and Peter Rufai. Former defender Taribo West had accused the NFF and Lagos State Government of abandoning Rufai’s family during his burial. But in a statement, the federation insisted […]