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 […]
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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 […]
Enugu resolves boundary dispute between Nkanu East, West communities
The Enugu State Boundary Committee has successfully resolved a long-running land dispute between Isienu-Amagunze in Nkanu East and Ndiuno Akpugo in Nkanu West. The disagreement, which nearly turned violent in December 2024, stemmed from claims that Minister Uche Nnaji encroached on farmlands in Isienu-Amagunze. Following a detailed investigation, the committee […]
Varsity workers to begin nationwide protest August 6
The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), has threatened a nationwide protest beginning August 6 over unresolved issues with the Federal Government. NAAT’s demands include the payment of withheld salaries, implementation of minimum wage adjustments, and a fairer share of recently disbursed N50 billion. The union expressed displeasure over the […]
On Foreign News, Israeli Strikes Kill 43 as Gaza Ceasefire Talks Stall.
On Foreign News, Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 43 Palestinians on Sunday as ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas reached a deadlock. Gaza’s civil defence said the dead include 11 people at a Gaza City market and 10 others, including eight children, at a water point in Nuseirat camp. […]
Rights Group Takes Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to Court Over Alleged Oil Revenue Diversion.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), has dragged the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), to court over alleged missing public funds. In a suit filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos, SERAP is seeking a court order to compel NNPCL to explain and recover over ₦825 billion […]
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Seizes Drugs In Microwaves, Lipsticks, Arrests Drug Kingpin.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has intercepted multiple drug shipments hidden in microwaves and lipsticks, and arrested a wanted drug kingpin. This was disclosed in a statement by the agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi on Sunday. According to the statement, at Lagos Airport, operatives uncovered 11.3kg of Loud cannabis […]
Federal Road Safety Corps Begins Reform Of Driving Schools In Anambra.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra State, has launched a fresh initiative to standardise driving schools and improve the driver’s license process.Sector Commander Joyce Alexander, through the Command’s Public Education Officer, Margaret Onabe, on Sunday announced the release of banners listing only FRSC-certified schools.The effort, done in partnership […]
Former President Muhammadu Buhari Dies in London.
Nigeria is in mourning following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari in London. A statement from the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed Buhari passed away at about 4:30 pm on Sunday after a prolonged illness. President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow […]