President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incidents in Yola, Adamawa State, and Niger State, where several lives were lost due to a devastating flood and a boat mishap, respectively. In a statement released on Monday, the President extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and the […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has commenced the full restoration of the historic Oba Market in Benin City, fulfilling a key promise of his administration and reaffirming his commitment to revitalizing Edo’s urban identity. The market, one of the oldest and most iconic commercial hubs in southern Nigeria, was gutted by a fire in […]
The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has opened the online registration portal for the second phase of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative, a flagship job creation programme under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The exercise began on Monday, July 28, 2025, and is scheduled to run until August 11, 2025. The initiative, aimed […]
The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has officially rescheduled the state’s local government elections to August 30, 2025, citing the prevailing state of emergency and legal provisions allowing for a shift in the electoral timetable. The announcement was made by RSIEC Chairman, Dr. Michael Ekpai Odey, during a stakeholder engagement session held in Port […]
In a landmark step toward energy autonomy, the Osun State House of Assembly has passed a bill to establish the Osun State Electricity Regulatory Commission, marking a decisive move to bring electricity regulation under state control. The bill, titled the Osun State Electricity Market Regulatory Bill 2025, was passed after scaling its third reading on […]
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has called on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race in favor of President Bola Tinubu’s reelection bid. Speaking during a political gathering in Ado Ekiti, Aiyedatiwa said it was time for opposition leaders to prioritize national […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Israeli authorities to ensure the immediate delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza, citing what he described as a “real starvation” crisis in the war-torn Palestinian territory. Speaking during a public appearance on Monday, Trump expressed alarm over reports of widespread hunger and malnutrition among Gaza’s civilian population. […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a 10-day ultimatum to Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing war in Ukraine or face sweeping economic sanctions. Speaking during a press appearance on Monday, Trump said there was no justification for further delays as Russian missile strikes continue to cause civilian casualties and stall peace efforts. […]
Knorr, a popular seasoning brand under Unilever Nigeria, has launched a new nationwide campaign aimed at rekindling the joy of home cooking through strategic partnerships with a diverse group of content creators. The initiative, tagged the Knorr Creator Gig, was unveiled at an exclusive event in Lagos, where the brand introduced its newly signed ambassadors. […]
