The Police Command in Sokoto State has announced the arrest of a suspected Lakurawa bandit and the recovery of an AK-49 rifle with ammunition, following a swift, intelligence-led operation. The Commissioner of Police (CP), Mr Ahmed Musa, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday by the command’s Public Relations […]
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INEC extends CVR, provides detailed update on governorship election
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has extended the continuous voter registration. This decision was reached during its regular weekly meeting on Thursday. The meeting reviewed the ongoing preparation for the forthcoming off-cycle governorship election in Anambra State and further update on applications for registration by new political parties. The […]
Tinubu renames Unimaid as Muhammadu Buhari University.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renamed the University of Maiduguri as Muhammadu Buhari University. This was disclosed in a terse statement by the presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday. According to him, President Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri as MUHAMMADU Buhari University. President Tinubu announced the honour at the session […]
Analysts Remember Former President Muhammadu Bihari For His Tech Legacy, From eNaira to Twitter Ban
As tributes pour in for late President Muhammadu Buhari, analysts are reflecting on his complex tech legacy. During his 8-year tenure, Buhari launched bold initiatives like the Nigeria Startup Act, eNaira—the continent’s first Central Bank Digital Currency—and oversaw 5G rollout and broadband expansion. However, critics point to harsh policies like […]
In Cameroon, 92 Year Old President Paul Biya Declares Eighth Term Bid
On the Foreign Scene Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has officially declared his intention to run for an eighth term in office. The 92-year-old leader made the announcement on Sunday via social media, stating he remains determined to serve, despite rising public concerns over his age and ability to govern. Biya […]
Nigeria in talks with U.S., UAE on new visa rules — FG
The Federal Government of Nigeria has begun formal talks with the United States and the United Arab Emirates following recent changes to their visa policies affecting Nigerian citizens. According to presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the U.S. cited two reasons for reducing visa validity. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed Nigerian […]
Entrepreneur Urges Tinubu To Build World Class Hospital in Nigeria
A Nigerian entrepreneur, Agbeluyi Folasade, has urged President Bola Tinubu to prioritize the establishment of a world-class hospital in Nigeria as part of his national agenda.In an open letter released Tuesday, Folasade emphasized the urgent need for healthcare reforms, noting that Nigeria can no longer afford to rely heavily on […]
More Nigerians Hail Buhari in Death, Honour His Legacy
As tributes pour in for late President Muhammadu Buhari, analysts are reflecting on his complex tech legacy. During his 8-year tenure, Buhari launched bold initiatives like the Nigeria Startup Act, eNaira—the continent’s first Central Bank Digital Currency—and oversaw 5G rollout and broadband expansion. However, critics point to harsh policies like […]
Former President Muhammadu Buhari Laid To Rest In Daura
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has been laid to rest in his hometown, Daura, Katsina State. The 82-year-old former leader was buried Tuesday evening with full military honours and Islamic rites, in the presence of family, political associates, and dignitaries. His body arrived from London earlier in the day, received at […]
ADC welcomes Tinubu, seeks answers to five-day post-BRICS absence
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has criticised President Bola Tinubu over his unexplained five-day absence after the BRICS Summit in Brazil. Tinubu returned to Nigeria on Sunday, July 13, but the ADC says his silence since the summit ended on July 7 is troubling. In a statement by spokesperson Bola […]