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Veteran Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as Kwam 1, and his colleague, Abbas Akande aka Obesere have called on prominent Yoruba leaders, including Sunday Igboho and the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, to take a more active role in tackling the growing wave of insecurity in the South-West. Kwam 1 made […]
The Delta State Police Command have arrested three suspected drug traffickers and recovered large quantities of illicit substances during separate intelligence-led operations conducted across the state. The arrests were announced in a statement issued on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, who said the operations were part of ongoing efforts to […]
An eight-month pregnant housewife, Halima Yusuf, has approached the Upper Area Court in Mararaba, Nasarawa State, seeking judicial confirmation of her divorce from her husband, Isah, whom she accused of assault and neglect. Yusuf, in a petition filed before the court, alleged that her husband had repeatedly beaten her and failed to fulfil his marital […]
The Gombe State government has hailed the positive results of its tree planting and erosion control projects across the region. Officials say these environmental efforts are already showing clear benefits for local communities. The projects were designed to fight land degradation and protect farmlands from being washed away. Tree planting has been a major focus […]
A lecturer at Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) was moved to tears after her students surprised her with gifts. The emotional moment was captured on video and has since warmed many hearts online. The lecturer, (name withheld), could not hold back her emotions as the students showed their appreciation. In the video, […]
British universities may soon face a ban on recruiting students from Nigeria and other countries outside the United Kingdom. This potential move has caused concern among both university officials and thousands of Nigerians hoping to study in the UK. The proposed restriction is linked to new immigration rules aimed at reducing the number of people […]
A coalition of women’s rights organisations has called on political parties to nominate female deputy governorship candidates in all 36 states for the 2027 general elections, warning that the continued marginalisation of women in political leadership poses a serious threat to democratic inclusion and governance. The demand was made on Wednesday during a press conference […]
The Commander Infantry Corps (CIC), Major General Godwin Michael Mutkut, has charged newly qualified airborne troops of the Nigerian Army to effectively apply the specialised skills acquired during training to enhance operational effectiveness and support ongoing efforts to safeguard the nation’s territorial integrity. Mutkut gave the charge on Thursday at the graduation ceremony of students […]
The Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM) has expressed concern over alleged cases of sexual harassment targeting women in rural communities across Plateau State, warning that persistent insecurity is placing female farmers and residents at greater risk. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its spokesperson, Rwang Tengwong, the association said women returning from […]
Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Senate for passing a bill seeking to reform Nigeria’s tax regime on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs), describing the move as a significant step toward addressing the country’s growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The public health advocacy organisation also urged the House of Representatives to fast-track […]
