Category: Big Story

Nigerians Join Other Activists to Mobilize for Worldwide Fossil Fuel Phase-Out

Climate activists across Nigeria and 49 other countries are organizing more than 150 events, calling on their governments to swiftly implement a fast, fair, and well-funded phase-out of fossil fuels to prevent further climate catastrophe. Nigeria and Kenya are leading the movement in Africa, with each country hosting more than 10 actions. Overall, over 70 […]

PDP Crises: Dino Melaye is Part of the Problem – Damagum

Umar Iliya Damagum, the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has attributed some of the party’s ongoing crises to the actions of former senator Dino Melaye. Damagum expressed concerns over Melaye’s loyalty to the party, particularly pointing to his conduct during the recent Kogi gubernatorial election. In an interview with Daily Trust, Damagum responded […]

Edo Election: Tinubu Did Not Sign Peace Accord as Presidential Candidate – Bishop Kukah

Bishop Matthew Hassan-Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has revealed that President Bola Tinubu did not sign a peace accord during his presidential candidacy. Speaking at the Edo Election Security Townhall in Benin City, Kukah expressed concern that political parties and their candidates’ refusal to sign the Peace Accord could send a negative message […]

Dangote Refinery: NNPC Reveals Varying Petrol Prices, Highest in Northern Regions

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that petrol sourced from the Dangote Refinery will be sold at varying prices across the country, with the highest rates expected in northern regions. In a statement released on Monday, titled “NNPC Ltd Releases Estimated Pump Prices of PMS from Dangote Refinery Based on September 2024 […]

Nigeria’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Rise by $621.2 Million in 10 Days Due to Successful Dollar Bond Sale

Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) reserves saw an increase of $621.2 million within 10 days, thanks to the successful sale of a domestic dollar bond, according to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The reserves grew from $36.24 billion on September 2, 2024, to $36.87 billion by September 12, 2024, highlighting the positive impact […]

President Tinubu Praises Military for Recent Successes Against Terrorism in Northwest Nigeria

In a significant development, President Bola Tinubu has expressed relief and optimism following a series of successful military operations targeting terrorist threats in Nigeria’s northwest region. In a statement released on Saturday, the president emphasized the military’s dedication to restoring peace and stability amid ongoing security challenges. The operations, conducted by troops from Operation Hadarin […]

Suspect Narrates How Native Doctor He Met On TikTok; Directed him to Dismember Kogi University Student For Money Ritual

The Kogi State Police Command has arrested and paraded four suspects in connection with the gruesome killing of Damilola Olowoyo, a 19-year-old first-year student of the Federal University Lokoja. The main suspect, Jeremiah Paul, 20, was apprehended along with three accomplices: Emmanuel Otitoju, Banabas Olugbenga, and Ajayi Basit Ayomide. Paul, a native of Chikun Local […]

FBI Arrests Nigerian at JFK Over $10M COVID Fraud Scheme

Four years ago, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, while many fought to save lives, others exploited the crisis for personal gain. One such individual is Yomi Jones “Sabbie” Olayeye, a 40-year-old Nigerian accused of attempting to defraud the U.S. government of $10 million in unemployment benefits and receiving $1.5 million in pandemic relief […]

Nigeria Begins Rollout of 5,000 Mpox Vaccines as DRC Prepares for First Shipment of 65,000 Doses

Nigeria has commenced the immediate distribution of 5,000 doses of the mpox vaccine, prioritizing high-risk individuals such as health workers and residents in areas with high infection rates. The National Primary Healthcare Development Agency confirmed this as part of efforts to control the multi-country outbreak. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO’s Regional Director for Africa, welcomed the delivery […]

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