The Kano State House of Assembly has passed a supplementary budget of N215.3 billion for the 2025 fiscal year, bringing the total budget to over N935 billion. The approval was made after thorough deliberations by members of the assembly. The supplementary budget is intended to support the upkeep of newly established government agencies, schools’ […]
The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Capital Territory Command, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, has expressed concern over the increasing rate of vandalism targeting critical national assets and infrastructure. He attributed this trend to lenient court sentences that fail to deter criminal activity. According to Odumosu, vandals arrested and prosecuted […]
The APC Youth Stakeholders Forum from the Northeast region has called on Vice President Kashim Shettima and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu to support the appointment of Haruna Sardauna as the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management. This request comes after the position became vacant following Nentawe Yilwatda’s election as APC National Chairman. […]
Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), has charged newly elected Local Government Chairmen to prioritize selfless service and grassroots development in their areas. While swearing in the chairmen-elect at Government House in Port Harcourt, Ibas emphasized that public office is a sacred trust, not a means for personal gain. He urged the […]
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) have neutralised several terrorists and rescued nine kidnapped victims during a late-night ambush in Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The victims, abducted from Sabon Birni LGA of Sokoto State, were freed after troops intercepted the terrorists along the Isa–Shinkafi–Kaura Namoda Road, a notorious route linking […]
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has inaugurated an Inter-Faith Peace Committee comprising Imams and clergymen to promote peaceful coexistence, religious harmony, and ethnic tolerance in Tafawa Balewa and Bogoro Local Government Areas. The committee, consisting of 30 members drawn equally from both local governments, representatives of security agencies, and officials of the two councils, […]
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a 10-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, warning that its members will embark on a nationwide strike if their demands are not met. The ultimatum expires on September 10, 2025. NARD expressed disappointment over the government’s failure to fulfill its promises, despite earlier ultimatums. The […]
Nigerian striker, Victor Boniface, is on the verge of sealing a late switch to the Bundesliga after completing medical tests at Werder Bremen, just hours before the close of the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old forward, who has been one of the standout Nigerian players in Europe over the past year, underwent his […]
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has sworn in 17 Commissioners, tasking them to drive development and ensure good governance in the state. The new appointees are expected to prioritize transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement in their various roles. During the inauguration ceremony at Government House in Makurdi, Alia emphasized the importance of teamwork […]
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has disowned Simon Ekpa following reports of his conviction in Finland, stressing that he has no connection with the group or its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu. In a statement issued on Monday by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, IPOB said attempts to associate Ekpa who styles himself […]
