As the December holiday season approaches, the federal government has awarded a ₦336 million contract for palliative repairs on the Abuja-Kaduna dual carriageway. The project targets the first failed section of the road, spanning from Kilometer 0 + 200 at Zuba, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), to Kilometer 31 + 200, located at the […]
Enugu Health Official Calls for Urgent Need for Child Immunization Amid High Under-5 Mortality Rates
During a UNICEF media training session, Dr. Ifeyinwa Ani-Osheku, Executive Secretary of the Enugu State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, revealed that Nigeria’s under-5 mortality rate is alarmingly high at 100 deaths per 1,000 live births, largely due to preventable diseases like measles. Dr. Ani-Osheku emphasized the importance of a collaborative effort between UNICEF and the […]
My Focus is on Nigeria’s Challenges, not 2027 Re-Election – TInubu
President Bola Tinubu emphasized that his priority is not on securing re-election in 2027 but on addressing Nigeria’s pressing challenges. He made these comments at the All Progressives Congress (APC) South-West Zone Assembly held at Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos, on Saturday. Represented by Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, Tinubu expressed his […]
Death Toll in Niger Boat Mishap Expected to Exceed 100
Around 300 passengers were en route to celebrate the Muslim festival Mawlid in north-central Niger State when their boat capsized, officials report. Rescue workers fear that the death toll from this tragedy, which has already reached 36 confirmed fatalities, may surpass 100 as they continue to recover bodies from the River Niger. The incident occurred […]
Nigeria’s Agricultural Sector Hit Hard by September Floods
In September, Nigeria’s agricultural sector faced severe challenges as devastating floods swept through vulnerable communities, exacerbating food insecurity concerns in farming areas. Flooding in Anambra and Borno states forced anxious farmers to harvest crops prematurely, raising alarms about food availability. Paul Odenigbo, Executive Secretary of the Anambra State Emergency Management Agency, reported that many farmers […]
Nigeria Begins Selling Crude Oil, Refined Products in Naira
In a landmark decision, Nigeria has initiated the sale of crude oil and refined petroleum products in Naira, signaling a pivotal shift in its economic strategy. Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, announced the launch of this initiative, which was implemented following the Federal Executive Council’s directive effective October 1, […]
Nigerian Senate Approves South West Development Commission Bill
The Nigerian Senate has approved the South West Development Commission Establishment Bill 2024. This decision followed the bill’s third reading, which took place on Thursday. Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Special Duties, presented a report outlining the bill’s aims for socio-economic growth in the South West. He emphasized that, upon […]
Influencer VeryDarkMan Clarifies Remarks Amid Legal Threat from Falz
Social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has clarified that he did not intend to defame veteran lawyer Femi Falana, SAN. This statement comes after Falana’s son, Folarin (Falz), threatened legal action unless VeryDarkMan apologizes within 24 hours. In a letter from his lawyer, VeryDarkMan emphasized that his intention was to prompt an […]
EFCC Arrests Three Over Alleged Vote-Buying in Edo Governorship Election
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made arrests related to suspected vote-buying during the ongoing Edo State governorship election. The arrests occurred around 10:00 am in Egor Local Government Area, where EFCC officials apprehended two men and one woman; suspected of involvement in vote-buying activities. However, local residents have protested, claiming the suspects […]
FG Signs MoU with Russian Consortium for Ajaokuta Steel Rehabilitation and Completion
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the original builders of Ajaokuta Steel Plant, Tyazhpromexport (TPE), and its consortium partners, Novostal M and Proforce Manufacturing Limited. The agreement focuses on the rehabilitation, completion, and operation of the Ajaokuta Steel […]
