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The Federal Capital Territory Administration has announced a temporary road closure on Apo-Wasa Road in Abuja. The road will be closed to vehicular movement on Friday between 11am and 4pm to facilitate President Bola Tinubu’s visit to commission the newly completed Left-Hand Service Carriageway of the Outer Southern Expressway Stage II. The commissioning […]
As Nigeria marks its annual Democracy Day, a former governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has expressed a sobering view that despite transitioning to civilian rule in 1999, the country is yet to achieve real democracy. Fayemi made this assertion on Thursday during a special event organized by Channels Television to commemorate the […]
Introducing Bidemi Babalola, a distinguished Nigerian archaeologist and the second Nigerian to be bestowed with the esteemed $300,000 Dan David Prize. As a research archaeologist stationed at the British Museum in London, Babalola has etched his name in history by winning the world’s most substantial award for historical research. Babalola was celebrated with […]
The President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, expressed his appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for bestowing upon him the prestigious national award of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON). This accolade, announced during the joint session of the National Assembly in observance of Democracy Day, acknowledged his pivotal […]
President Bola Tinubu has conveyed profound sorrow and shock regarding the catastrophic crash of Air India Flight AI171 near Ahmedabad, resulting in numerous fatalities. Through a condolence message delivered by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu extended his heartfelt sympathies to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government, and the people of India. […]
President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the importance of tolerance for harsh words and stinging insults in a democratic society. Speaking on the floor, he noted that some of the best advice politicians receive comes from their most ferocious opponents. Tinubu stressed that democracy requires a fair degree of tolerance for criticism, stating, “Call […]
In a bid to ensure a safe and successful 2026 FIFA World Cup, Mexico City is pulling out all the stops to prepare for the influx of fans from around the globe. The city, which will host several matches alongside Guadalajara and Monterrey, is investing heavily in security and infrastructure to provide a world-class […]
The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has hailed President Bola Tinubu’s pardon of the Ogoni Nine, describing the gesture as a historic and courageous step towards justice and national healing. The Ogoni Nine, executed in 1995, include prominent figures such as Ken Saro-Wiwa, Nubari Kiobel, Nordu Eawo, Saturday Doobee, John […]
The Nigerian Correctional Service has announced that 11 inmates at the Kuje Custodial Centre underwent successful hernia surgeries. According to a statement released today, Thursday, June 12, 2025, by Adamu Duza, spokesperson for NCoS FCT Command, the procedures were carried out on June 8 and 9 by a team of medical personnel. The […]
Madam Malinda Mgbafor Okereke, also known as Mama Nsu Bekee, the last surviving twin rescued by Scottish missionary Mary Slessor, has passed away at the age of 115. Born around 1800 in Arochukwu, Abia State, Nigeria, Madam Okereke and her twin sister Mgbokwo were spared from the traditional practice of killing twins in their […]
