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NDLEA Boosts Forensic Capacity with New Labs in Abuja, Enugu
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the establishment of two new forensic laboratories in Abuja and Enugu, marking a major expansion in its capacity to combat drug-related crimes through timely and accurate forensic analysis. The development, confirmed by NDLEA Chairman Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), comes after more […]
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Jonathan, Diri, others pay tribute to late Edwin Clark
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria – Political leaders, traditional rulers, and prominent voices from the Ijaw ethnic nationality gathered in Yenagoa over the weekend to pay tribute to the late elder statesman and nationalist, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark. At a solemn commendation service and lying-in-state ceremony held at the Ijaw House, dignitaries hailed the late Chief […]
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Amotekun Operatives Attacked by Armed Hoodlums in Osun
Osun state, Nigeria: Operatives of the Osun State Security Network Agency, popularly known as Amotekun Corps, came under violent attack by suspected armed hoodlums at their command base in Awo, Egbedore Local Government Area. The incident, which took place last Friday, was confirmed in an official statement by the Corps’ spokesperson, Yusuf Idowu Abass. According […]
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NSITF decries fraud, low enrollment in Social Insurance Scheme
Abuja, Nigeria: The Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Dr. Oluwaseun Faleye, has raised concerns over fraudulent activities and low participation in the country’s social insurance initiatives. Speaking at the West Africa Technical Workshop of the International Social Security Association (ISSA) held in Conakry, Guinea, Dr. Faleye emphasized that the prevalence […]
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Court to Hear Contempt Charges Between Akpabio and Akpoti-Uduaghan
Abuja, Nigeria—The Federal High Court in Abuja is set to hear contempt proceedings involving Senate President Godswill Akpabio and suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, following allegations of disobedience to court orders in their ongoing legal dispute. Justice Binta Nyako, presiding over the matter, adjourned the hearing to Tuesday, May 13, 2025, to address both contempt applications. […]
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Onoh Criticizes Soludo’s Remarks on Obi, Urges Tinubu to Restructure Cabinet
Abuja, Nigeria — Dr. Josef Onoh, former South East spokesman for President Bola Tinubu’s campaign, has publicly criticized Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo for making what he describes as historically inaccurate statements aimed at discrediting Labour Party’s Peter Obi during President Tinubu’s recent visit to Anambra State. Governor Soludo had claimed that the last presidential […]
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FEC launches Medipool to cut pharmaceutical cost
Abuja, Nigeria: The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has greenlit the establishment of Medipool, a centralised pharmaceutical procurement platform designed to reduce drug costs and enhance access to essential medicines across Nigeria. Announcing the development, Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, said Medipool will serve as a group purchasing organisation, consolidating demand […]
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ISWAP Overruns Military Base in Borno, Kills Four Soldiers
 Borno ,Nigeria — Tensions have escalated in Borno State as Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP) terrorists launched a deadly assault on a military base in New Marte, resulting in the deaths of four Nigerian soldiers and the displacement of thousands of residents.   According to local sources, the terrorists stormed the area in […]
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Brain Drain:Association sues for National Retention Strategy
Abuja, Nigeria: The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has called for the immediate development and execution of a National Retention Strategy to address the growing brain drain crisis within the country’s nursing and midwifery workforce, popularly linked to the “Japa” phenomenon. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement forum, NANNM National President, Comrade Haruna […]
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Bandits Abduct Five Traders, Loot Market in Plateau State
  Plateau, Nigeria — Tension heightened in the Dogon Ruwa community of Wase Local Government Area, Plateau State, following a brazen attack by armed bandits who abducted five traders and looted several shops during a busy market day on Monday.   Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers, who arrived on motorcycles around 11 a.m., stormed the […]
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Misuse of Gloves Capable of Spreading Infection— NCDC
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has cautioned healthcare workers and institutions against the misuse of gloves, warning that they could become tools of contamination rather than protection. Dr Tochi Okwor, the Head of Disease Prevention and Control at the NCDC, said this in an interview with the News Agency […]
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Farmland Conversion Raises Food Concerns—Oyo APC
Ibadan, Nigeria — The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged Governor Seyi Makinde to reconsider the continued conversion of agricultural lands into housing estates, citing fears of worsening hunger and food insecurity in the state. In a statement issued Sunday in Ibadan by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Mr. Olawale […]
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Aiyedatiwa Promise Completion of 7.8km Akure Road Project
Ondo, Nigeria — The Ondo State Government has assured Akure residents that the 7.8km Oda Road project will be ready for inauguration in June 2025. It stated that it is committed to improving infrastructural development across the 18 local government areas. The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Infrastructure, Lands, and Housing, Olawoye Abiola […]
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Tinubu’s leadership brings major change to Abuja—says Wike.
  Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for driving remarkable infrastructural development across Abuja, stating that the capital has been significantly transformed under his administration. Wike made this known during a project inspection tour on Saturday to the Wassa and Gishiri communities. These projects […]
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Kwankwaso condemns NNPC members’ defections to APC
KANO STATE, NIGERIA – Former Governor of Kano State and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, has strongly criticised the recent wave of defections from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the shift as a betrayal of public trust. Speaking at his residence on Miller […]
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BBNaija Stars Liquorose,PrinceCrowned AMVCA 2025 BestDressed
Lagos , Nigeria: Former Big Brother Naija stars Liquorose and Prince Enwerem emerged as the Best Dressed Female and Male, respectively, during the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) Cultural Day celebration, held on Friday at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. The duo captivated audiences with their striking traditional ensembles that paid homage […]
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Gov Yusuf secures release of eight female inmates in Kano
Kano state, Nigeria:Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has secured the release of eight female inmates from the Goron-Dutse Correctional Centre by settling their fines and compensation fees. The beneficiaries include two pregnant women and two nursing mothers. The gesture was part of the governor’s broader commitment to inmate rehabilitation and welfare improvement within […]
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China Calls for Responsible Reporting on Taiwan Issue
ABUJA , NIGERIA: The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to the One-China principle, urging journalists to ensure accurate and responsible reporting on the status of Taiwan. Speaking at a recent media engagement in Abuja, Mr. Zhu Songbo, Director of Political Affairs at the Chinese Embassy, emphasized that Taiwan is an inalienable part […]
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Europeanleaders arrive inUkraine to push for 30-dayceasefire
Ukraine,Nigeria:The leaders of France, Germany, Poland, and the United Kingdom arrived in Kyiv on Saturday in a coordinated diplomatic effort to press for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, aimed at paving the way for renewed peace negotiations with Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the delegation at Kyiv’s central train station. The visit coincided with […]
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Nigerian Navy launches Obangame Express 2025
Abuja, Nigeria: The Nigerian Navy has formally commenced Exercise Obangame Express 2025, a multinational maritime security operation aimed at tackling emerging threats in the Gulf of Guinea. At the flag-off event, the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ikechukwu Emmanuel Ogalla—represented by Rear Admiral Mike Oamen, Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command—underscored the strategic value […]
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LIVESTREAM 🔥🔥: SOUTHAMPTON VS MAN CITY / EPL 24|25
Southampton will face Manchester City on May 10, 2025, at 14:00 UTC at St. Mary’s Stadium, England 🏟️.   It’s a Premier League clash ⚽. Southampton sits 20th, while Man City is 3rd on the table 📊. They’ve met once this season. Want to know the top-rated stars? Check out Sofascore’s player ratings! ⭐  
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US Court Temporarily Halts Trump-Ordered Mass Layoffs
Washington, D.C. — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the implementation of mass layoffs across federal agencies as directed by President Donald Trump, citing concerns over constitutional oversight. The decision was handed down by Judge Susan Illston of the U.S. District Court in California, who issued a two-week restraining order on Friday, following legal challenges […]
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I support President Tinubu for second term – Deputy Speaker
NIGERIA – The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has said that his decision to rally support for the second bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu conspicuously stemmed from his display of statesmanship and the sense of belonging extended to the South East geopolitical zone. He said that despite scoring […]
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Labour Party betrayed me, Obi’s candidacy in 2023 was bad
  ABUJA – A former Labour Party (LP) presidential aspirant, Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, has accused the party’s leadership of betrayal and injustice, claiming that his 2022 presidential bid was sabotaged to pave the way for Mr Peter Obi. Faduri, who is the leader of the Rescue Movement for a New Nigeria, also declared his intention […]
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Gov. Babagana Zulum bans sale of petrol in Bama
BORNO – Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno has directed the immediate ban on the sale of petrol in filling stations across Bama Local Government Area, including Bama town and Banki. The directive followed consultations with security agencies as part of ongoing efforts to address security challenges in the area. Malam Dauda Iliya, the governor’s Special […]
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Exit of a brainbox, DR. VICTOR OMOLOLU OLUNLOYO(1935 – 2025)
“Nunc Dimittis” also known as the “Song of Simeon” is a canticle from Luke 2:29 – 32; “Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace: according to thy word. For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people To be a light to lighten the Gentiles, […]
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Bar Results Delay Linked to Exam Fraud — Law School DG
Abuja, Nigeria; The Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, Professor Isa Chiroma (SAN), has attributed the delay in the release of Bar examination results to incidents of examination malpractice, dismissing claims of intentional withholding. Speaking during a session with the House of Representatives Committee on Justice, Professor Chiroma underscored the institution’s firm stance on curbing […]
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“NCAA Sanctions Kenya Airways for Consumer Violations”
Kenya, Nigeria: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has sanctioned Kenya Airways for multiple breaches of consumer protection regulations involving three passengers, including Ms. Gloria Omisore. In a formal notice dated May 7, 2025, the NCAA cited the airline for failing to uphold passengers’ right to care, neglecting to provide full disclosure of its terms […]
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Delta LG Commission Identifies Ghost Workers in Staff Audit
Delta state, Nigeria: The Delta State Local Government Service Commission has uncovered multiple cases of ghost workers through a recent staff verification exercise, according to its Chairman, Dr. Joseph Otirhue. Speaking during a press briefing in Asaba, Dr. Otirhue disclosed that numerous employees who had relocated overseas without formally resigning were still receiving salaries. He […]
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