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Illicit mining in Nigeria poses a significant threat to the country’s economic future and is fueling transnational corruption, the United States Mission in Nigeria has warned. In a statement shared on its official Twitter handle @USinNigeria as part of its #TransparencyTuesday campaign, the U.S. Mission stressed the urgent need for increased accountability in Nigeria’s […]
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed profound sadness over the death of Ambassador Ibironke Adefope, a former Nigerian High Commissioner to Zambia and member of the Oyo State Elders’ Council. Makinde described Adefope as a great Amazon and an icon who made immense contributions to the development and progress of Oyo State and […]
A severe storm has hit South Africa, leaving widespread destruction and loss of lives in its wake. According to reports, at least 7 people have died, and several schoolchildren are missing after being swept away by floodwaters. In one rescue operation, three children were plucked from trees near the city of Mthatha, where […]
Rivers State All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman, Tony Okocha, has declared that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s alleged infractions cannot be absolved by defecting to the APC. Speaking at a press conference at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday, Okocha emphasized that Fubara’s sins are too severe to be forgiven simply by joining the […]
The notorious Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) Ponzi scheme has reportedly resumed operations in Nigeria, demanding payments from investors to recover their lost funds. After abruptly shutting down and absconding with hundreds of thousands of dollars, CBEX has restored account balances for some investors, but with a catch. Investors are required to pay $200 […]
Former Abia State Governor and Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu, has emphasized that reinstating fuel subsidies in Nigeria would be a step backward, describing the previous subsidy regime as a “scam.” Kalu praised President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, stating that they will soon yield positive results and stabilize the nation’s economy. According […]
A leading governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Mr. Bola Oyebamiji, has assured that the party’s governorship primary election will be a “friendly contest” among the contenders. Oyebamiji, who is also the Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways (NIWA), made this statement over the weekend at a prayer session […]
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has revealed that the devastating floodwaters that ravaged Mokwa Local Government Area, claiming nearly 200 lives, may have originated from outside Nigeria, possibly from Niger Republic or other parts of Africa. The governor made this statement during a condolence visit from Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum. According […]
The Kogi State Government has warned citizens, media, and political actors against spreading fear or politicising the state’s security challenges. In a statement released by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, on Tuesday, the government reaffirmed its commitment to combating insecurity in the state. According to the statement, the government has been […]
A devastating fire outbreak occurred on Tuesday in the Odinjo area of Ibadan, Oyo State, when a 33,000 litres capacity petrol tanker suddenly caught fire. The incident, which happened near Muslim Grammar School on the Lagos-Ibadan highway, sent shockwaves of panic through the community, forcing residents and shop owners to flee for safety. Fortunately, despite […]
