Egypt’s Sisi announces third term bid
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced Monday his candidacy for a third term in office, ahead of the December elections he is widely expected to win. “As I have responded to the people’s call before, I heed…
“Go but don’t wish us evil” – Presidency warns Nigerians who want to japa
The presidency has cautioned Nigerians seeking to leave the country (popularly referred to as ‘Japa’) not to wish the nation evil. Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo…
I summoned a key figure in Buhari’s govt to ensure Tinubu’s victory in 2023 polls – Emir Of Daura
The Emir of Daura, Alhaji Farouk Umar Farouk, has stated that he was instrumental to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s victory in the 2023 general elections. The Emir made the comment when he received the All Progressives…
Let’s replace ‘Nigeria not happening to me’ with solutions says Fashola
A former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has voiced his disapproval of the well-known phrase, “May Nigeria not happen to me,”…
Why Lagos-Ibadan cargo rail operates below capacity — NRC
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has disclosed that the Lagos-Ibadan cargo rail services is currently operating below capacity…
Era of sharing Abia money gone – Gov Otti
Gov. Alex Otti has declared that the era of sharing Abia money to a few individuals instead of using it to develop the state, should be considered over. The Governor who made the declaration at a media parley in…
World Medical Association mourns Nigeria’s 1st Emeritus, Prof Shehu Umaru
The President of the World Medical Association, Dr Osahon Enabulele has described the death of Nigeria’s first Emeritus Professor of Medicine, Prof Shehu Umaru as a loss to the medical profession and Nigeria’s health…
NUPENG threatens nationwide strike over failed federal, state roads
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, NUPENG, has blamed the failed and deplorable condition of Benin/Warri highway for the October 1 petrol tanker fatal accident that claimed five lives among other…
Boat capsizes with 22 passengers in Niger
A boat carrying about 22 passengers on board from Kasabu village in Agwara local government area of Niger to Yauri in Kebbi has capsized. Alhaji Salihu Garba, overseeing Director General of the Niger State Emergency…
Tinubu Congratulates General Akinrinade on His 84th Birthday
President Bola Tinubu rejoiced with the former Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Staff, Lt. General Ipoola…
UAE Delegation Arrives Nigeria to Renew Relations, Flights Resumption
As follow up to the visit of President Bola Tinubu to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently, a delegation from the Middle East nation arrived…
WHO recommends second malaria vaccine developed by Oxford University
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommended on Monday the use of a second malaria vaccine called R21/Matrix-M. Developed by Britain’s University of Oxford, the new vaccine will become available to countries by…
Mental health played a role in Mohbad’s last days, says Tee Billz
Music executive Tee Billz, who was formerly married to Tiwa Savage, has issued a heartfelt apology to Nigerians regarding his previous support for Zinoleesky revealing late Mohbad’s struggles before he died.…
What Trump reaped from real estate fraud – New York prosecutor
Former US President Donald Trump made a gain of over $100 million by lying about the value of his real estate empire, prosecuting lawyer Kevin Wallace said on Monday. The trial in a downtown Manhattan courtroom…
Edo Gov. Obaseki inaugurates 186 aides
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State on Monday, inaugurated 34 Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and 152 Special Assistants (SAs). The appointees are from Ikpoba-Okha, Oredo, Ovia South West, Ovia North East, and…
Cooking gas scarcity looms as price hits N1,000 per kg
Cooking gas scarcity looms across the country as the price of the commodity hits an all-time high of N1,000 per kilogramme…
Olubadan Threatens To Disown His Children, Wives Over Allegations Against Brother
•Threatens to disown them Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, yesterday, reacted to…
How family of four were electrocuted in Taraba
The Police Command in Taraba on Monday confirmed the electrocution of a family of four around Dinyavo area of Jalingo, the state capital. Abdullahi Usman, the command’s Public Relations Officer, confirmed the incident…
Why I attended civil fraud trial against me – Trump
Former United States President, Donald Trump on Monday said he attended the civil fraud trial against him because he wanted to watch the ‘witch-hunt’ against him. Trump is facing a civil lawsuit and a fine of $250m for…
Over 30 people burnt to death at illegal oil refining site in Rivers
Over 30 people were roasted in an explosion at an illegal oil refining site in the Ibaa Community of Emohua local government area of Rivers State on Sunday. Dr. Chidi Lloyd, the Chairman of Emohua local government…
We’re Working To Secure Release Of Retired Army General – Police
The lmo state police Command has said that it is doing everything humanly possible to secure the release of Major General R C Duru (rtd). Duru was abducted at Orji near Owerri in Owerri north local government area of…
Peter Obi Knocks Tinubu, Says Palliatives Result Of Limited Thinking
Presidential Candidate of Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has said the recent palliatives introduced by the Federal Government were brought about as a result of “limited thinking,” of people in power.…
Tribunal Judgment: Gov. Sule Heads To Appeal Court
Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa state says he would appeal the majority judgment of the Governorship Elections Petition Tribunal sitting in Lafia that annulled his declaration as the winner of March 18…
DR Congo Nobel Winner Mukwege Declares Presidential Bid
DR Congo’s Denis Mukwege, a surgical gynaecologist who won the 2018 Nobel Prize, announced a presidential bid Monday ahead of elections in the central African nation planned for December. Speaking to a packed…