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The First Lady of Anambra State, Dr Nonye Soludo, has urged Nigerians to adopt healthier lifestyles, saying good brain health is fundamental to overall well-being and a more productive society. Soludo made the call in a statement issued on Wednesday to commemorate the 2026 World Brain Day, encouraging individuals to embrace healthy habits that reduce […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it has uncovered 908 suspected ghost workers across several federal ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), with about N942 million recovered from alleged fraudulent salary payments. ICPC Chairman Musa Aliyu disclosed that the findings emerged from an investigation initiated in 2024 after the commission detected […]
Nigeria has dropped one spot to 90th place in the latest Henley Passport Index. Holders of the Nigerian passport can now visit 44 countries without a visa in advance. The ranking, released in July 2026, shows no change in the number of visa-free destinations compared to the previous list. The Henley Passport Index ranks 199 […]
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved automatic employment for seven members of the National Youth Service Corps who served in the state. The decision recognises their exceptional performance during their service year. The governor also rewarded other outstanding students, teachers, and national award recipients for their hard work and contributions. This move is part […]
US President, Donald Trump has said American airlines will be allowed to resume direct flights to Lebanon. The move ends a suspension that has been in place for decades. The announcement was welcomed by many who see it as a step towards normalising relations and boosting travel between the two countries. The decision comes amid […]
Olamide Oladiji, Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, is battling moves to impeach him over the alleged mismanagement of N44 million released by the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission. Reports suggest that about 21 out of 26 members have signed an impeachment notice against him. The controversy centres on funds meant […]
Senator Ali Ndume has strongly denied claims that he acted as an intermediary between Boko Haram kidnappers and the government or private individuals. The Borno South lawmaker described the allegations as completely false during an interview on ARISE News. Ndume explained that he only got involved after being contacted by Samaila Ibrahim Kaigama about a […]
Nigerian athlete, Kayinsola Ajayi has continued his impressive run by winning the Men’s 100m race at the London Diamond League. He clocked a strong 9.84 seconds to claim victory in the prestigious event. Ajayi also won the 100m title at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, USA, with the same personal best time of 9.84 seconds. […]
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and other education stakeholders have urged the newly inaugurated Vice-Chancellor of KolaDaisi University, Prof. Olajumoke Morenikeji, to provide visionary leadership that will strengthen academic excellence, innovation and digital transformation in the institution. The charge was given on Tuesday during Morenikeji’s investiture as the university’s first female Vice-Chancellor, where speakers called on […]
The family of a 31-year-old filmmaker and makeup artist, Khalid Wahid, has called for justice following his alleged abduction and killing by gunmen in Dong community, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. Wahid was reportedly taken from his residence on the night of July 18 after armed men stormed the area despite the […]
