On Sports News, Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has expressed optimism despite his team being drawn into a challenging group for the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. Nigeria will face Morocco, Egypt, and South Africa—all strong contenders in African youth football. However, Zubairu remains […]
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On Foreign News, US Congressman Accuses USAID of Funding Terror Groups
On Foreign News, A US Congressman, Scott Perry, has alleged that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded terrorist organizations, including Boko Haram. Speaking at a congressional hearing on government spending, Perry claimed that nearly $700 million in taxpayer funds were funneled into groups like ISIS, Al-Qaeda, and […]
NAFDAC Uncovers Depot for Expired Drugs in Abia
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a major depot for expired and falsified drugs in Umumeje village, Osisioma Ngwa, Abia State. The illegal operation, located near Ariaria International Market, involved repackaging expired medicines for resale, posing serious health risks. Seized items included expired […]
FG’s deficit spending falls 15% to N908.13bn
The Federal Government’s (FG) deficit spending fell by 15% month-on-month (MoM) to N908.13 billion in November 2024, down from N1.07 trillion in October 2024, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The decline was attributed to lower capital spending due to delays in capital releases. Despite the reduction, the […]
Tinubu, Buhari, others mourn as Ayo Adebanjo dies at 96
Following the passing of elder statesman and Afenifere leader Pa Ayo Adebanjo at age 96, tributes have continued to pour in from political leaders, governors, and prominent Nigerians. President Bola Tinubu expressed profound sorrow, describing Adebanjo as a principled voice in national affairs. The pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, also mourned […]
FG Confident in Healthcare Funding Despite USAID Exit
Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, has assured that the country can sustain its healthcare system despite the exit of the US Agency for International Development (USAID). Following US President Donald Trump’s directive to close USAID, many African nations have been left uncertain about their healthcare […]
FG Dismisses Gambaryan’s ‘False Allegations,’ Says Binance Offered $5m Payment
The Federal Government has dismissed claims made by Tigran Gambaryan, a US citizen and Binance executive, regarding his detention in Nigeria. Gambaryan alleged that his arrest led to US President Joe Biden avoiding a meeting with President Bola Tinubu and that three Nigerian lawmakers demanded a $150 million bribe. In […]
Anambra Suspends Two Health Workers for Negligence
The Anambra State Government has suspended two health workers over negligence and absenteeism. Njideka Ezeihejiofor, Officer-in-Charge at Ukpo Primary Healthcare Centre, was suspended for refusing to attend to a pregnant woman, leading to a stillbirth. The patient had sought help after noticing her baby was no longer kicking. However, Ezeihejiofor […]
Trump Says America can destroy the world 100 times Faster than Anyone As He Resumes Nuclear talks with Russia, China.
President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, has announced his administration’s plans to restart nuclear arms control talks with Russia and China. Trump told reporters on Thursday that this would form the basis of his first meeting with President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Xi of China. […]
Security guard jailed for stealing 30 day-old chicks
A Magistrates’ Court in Jos has sentenced a 36-year-old security guard, Justice Terfa, to 18 months in prison for defrauding a woman of 30 day-old chicks and the money intended for their care. Magistrate Shawomi Bokkos delivered the conviction on Wednesday after Terfa pleaded guilty to the charges. The court […]