Pope Francis showed further improvement on Wednesday, the Vatican said, although it cautioned that “the prognosis remains reserved” for the 88-year-old fighting pneumonia. The Argentine pope was originally admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital with breathing difficulties and bronchitis, but his condition subsequently deteriorated, sparking widespread concern among Catholics. Respiratory attacks […]
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Nigeria’s govt owes generation, distribution companies N4 trillion debt
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has disclosed that the Federal Government owes electricity generation companies and electricity distribution companies over N4 trillion in electricity subsidies. Speaking at the ongoing public presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy and Nigeria Integrated Resource Plan on Thursday in Abuja, Adelabu said the […]
Kano to sponsor 1,002 more students for overseas studies
The Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for its youth, with plans to sponsor an additional 1,002 students for overseas studies, following the successful sponsorship of 1,001 students last year. This was revealed by the state Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, during a courtesy visit […]
International fraud syndicates establishing cells in Nigeria – EFCC
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, says organised foreign fraud syndicates are establishing cells in Nigerian cities and recruiting youths into serious organised cybercrimes, including cryptocurrency fraud. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale said this in a statement on Thursday in Abuja. He explained that Mr […]
Kanu seeks CJN’s intervention over case reassignment
The detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has petitioned the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, urging her to direct the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, to reassign his case to another judge with proper jurisdiction. In […]
Senator Umeh hails Babangida, Says Gowon Owes Igbos an Apology.
Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District in the 10th Nigeria National Assembly, Victor Umeh, has called on former Military Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, to apologise to the Igbo people and provide a detailed account of his role in Nigeria’s civil war and the events leading up to it. […]
On Foreign News, Federal Bureau of Investigation Says North Korea Behind $1.5 Billion Crypto Theft.
On Foreign News, The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) earlier today, accused North Korea of orchestrating the largest cryptocurrency heist ever recorded. According to the agency, hackers stole approximately $1.5 billion in digital assets from Dubai-based crypto exchange Bybit on February 19. The FBI warned that the stolen […]
Ramadan: Sultanate council urges Muslims to look out for new moon
The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has called on Muslims across Nigeria to look for the new moon of Ramadan on Friday, February 28, 2025, corresponding to 29 Sha’aban 1446AH in the Islamic calendar. In an official statement released earlier today, the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Prof. […]
EFCC arraigns lawyer for N41m fraud in Enugu
The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Barrister Ifeanyichukwu Okonkwo before Justice E. N. Oluedo of the Enugu State High Court over an alleged N41 million fraud. Okonkwo is accused of fraudulently converting funds meant for the family of the late Ifemelunma Okoye […]
APGA Sets April 5 for Anambra Governorship Primary
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has scheduled its Anambra governorship primary for April 5, ahead of the November 8, 2025 election. The Expression of Interest Form will cost N5 million, while the Nomination Form is set at N25 million. Female aspirants and persons with disabilities will receive a 5% […]