Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 41-year-old Canadian woman, Adrienne Munju, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos, for allegedly importing a large consignment of ‘Canadian Loud,’ a potent strain of synthetic cannabis. The suspect was detained during the inward clearance of passengers on a flight from Canada […]
Federal Government Awards ₦336m Contract for Emergency Repairs on Abuja-Kaduna Road
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, […]
Tinubu Laments Missed Opportunities by Past Leaders, Vows to Prioritize Infrastructure, Education, and Economic Stability
President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, expressed regret over the failure of past Nigerian leaders to invest in critical sectors like infrastructure, education, and community development during the oil boom. The President made these remarks while hosting a delegation of Former Presiding Officers of the National Assembly, led by former Senate President Ken Nnamani. He reassured […]
Obasanjo says Some Past Government Officials Should Be in Prison
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has asserted that some current government officials should be in prison for their past misconduct and criminal behavior. Obasanjo made this statement on Thursday during a virtual address at the Denis Joseph Slattery memorial lecture in Lagos. He emphasized that individuals with “questionable” integrity cannot make decisions that will benefit […]
FG says Companies that Cannot Pay N70,000 Minimum Wage May Face Imprisonment
The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to private-sector employers, stating that paying wages below the newly established minimum of N70,000 could lead to imprisonment. This announcement was made during the 13th Annual General Meeting of the Employers Association for Private Employment Agencies of Nigeria, held in Ikeja, Lagos. John Nyamali, Director of Employment […]
