President Muhammadu Buhari has officially commissioned the Kajola Wagon Assembly Plant in Ogun State as part of the government’s commitment to ensuring the sustainability of the ongoing railway modernization project. The facility, the first of its kind in West Africa, … Continue reading President Buhari inaugurates Kajola wagon assembly plant to boost railway modernization
Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, announced on Wednesday that he has forgiven President Muhammadu Buhari for blaming his administration for the killings in the state. Ortom made this statement during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘The Morning Show’. Initially, Ortom … Continue reading Benue state governor forgives president Buhari and advocates for unity and progress
Muhammed Sani Nuhu, a former staff member at Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic in Kebbi State, has been sentenced to five years in prison for fraudulently appropriating over N6 million belonging to the polytechnic. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related … Continue reading Former polytechnic staff member in Kebbi state sentenced to five years for misappropriation of funds
Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, experienced panic on Tuesday when approximately 35 students from Fakunle Comprehensive School were hospitalized after inhaling tear gas fired by riot policemen. The affected pupils, who lost consciousness due to the gas, were quickly … Continue reading Panic in Osogbo as teargas fired by riot police sends 35 pupils to hospitals
Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has vehemently denied allegations of embezzling public funds during his two terms in office. In his final media broadcast held over the weekend, El-Rufai stated that he could swear on the fact that he never … Continue reading El-Rufai denies embezzlement allegations, challenges past governors to swear on Qur’an
A commercial car driver in Jigawa State, Nigeria, tragically crushed a family of four to death. The incident occurred when the driver collided with the victims, who were traveling on a motorcycle. ALSO READ: 16-year-old almajiri found dead with one … Continue reading Tragic road accident claims lives of family of four in Jigawa state
President Muhammadu Buhari is set to inaugurate seven landmark projects completed by the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing across Nigeria. The confirmation of this significant event was provided by Mr. Femi Adesina, the President’s spokesman, in a statement released … Continue reading President Buhari to inaugurate seven legacy projects strengthening Nigeria’s infrastructure
Angry Arsenal fans took to Gift Orban’s Instagram page to express their displeasure after the forward stated that he doesn’t like the Gunners. In an interview with Het Laatste Nieuws, Orban revealed his preference for a move to Manchester United, … Continue reading Arsenal fans upset as Gift Orban rejects club and questions title aspirations
The Nigerian Federal Government has announced that effective from June 1, 2023, unlicensed dealers of petroleum products will no longer be allowed to load products. The government emphasized that obtaining a license is mandatory for anyone involved in the petroleum … Continue reading Federal government to shut down unlicensed petroleum product dealers starting June 1, 2023
The Minister of State for Labour, Employment and Productivity, Festus Keyamo, has dismissed the notion that President Muhammadu Buhari would approve the proposed extension of the retirement age for Nigerian workers to 65 years. In an interview in Abuja, Keyamo … Continue reading Buhari rejects proposed 65 year retirement age for workers – Festus Keyamo
Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate, expressed his support for the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, emphasizing its positive impact on Nigeria’s economy. The inauguration of the refinery, which holds the distinction of being the world’s largest single-train petroleum … Continue reading Labour party presidential candidate hails Dangote refinery as game changer for Nigeria’s economy
Nigerian musician Blaqbonez, whose real name is Emeka Akumefule, recently expressed his unconventional views on marriage during an appearance on the Nancy Isime Show. Blaqbonez stated that if he were to marry, he and his wife would live in separate … Continue reading Blaqbonez reveals why his wife refuses to share the same bedroom
The Kebbi State Command of the Nigeria Customs Service recently apprehended and paraded a 37-year-old man named Mustapha Aliyu, along with seized goods valued at N71.2 million. The confiscated items included a Volvo truck loaded with 212 large sacks and … Continue reading Nigeria customs service bust: Seizure of goods worth N71.2 million in Kebbi state
During the official launching of the Dangote Oil Refinery in Lagos State, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, expressed optimism that the refinery would have significant economic benefits for Nigeria. Emefiele stated that the refinery … Continue reading Dangote oil refinery to generate electricity and create over 135,000 jobs
The Debt Management Office (DMO) has denied the claim made by the non-governmental organization Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability (SERAP) that Nigeria has defaulted on its Chinese loans. SERAP had applauded a court judgment that ordered the current administration, led by … Continue reading Debt management office refutes claims of Nigerian loan default as NGO aeeks accountability for Chinese loans
The alleged remarks made by Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Akeem Yusuf, have sparked criticism among Nigerians. It is reported that Yusuf hinted that the body of Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti could have been dumped in the lagoon around Third … Continue reading Controversy surrounds alleged remarks by Kogi state commissioner of police on Seun Kuti’s assault
In an official statement made by Hajiya Umma Ahmad, the Commissioner of Local Government in Kaduna State, it was revealed that the Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has given his approval for the removal of two traditional rulers from their positions. … Continue reading Kaduna state governor deposes traditional rulers of Piriga and Arak chiefdoms
Hilda Effiong-Bassey, also known as Hilda Baci, made headlines as she shattered the record during a cook-a-thon, and recently, she splurged over N1.1 million on a lunch date with her friends. The extravagant outing was captured in a video reposted … Continue reading Hilda Baci: Record breaking cook-a-thon champion treats friends to lavish lunch
President Muhammadu Buhari is scheduled to inaugurate the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals, the world’s largest single-train refinery, situated in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. This landmark event is expected to transform Nigeria’s oil and gas sector significantly. Joining President Buhari are five other … Continue reading Dangote refinery: Buhari sets to inaugurate Nigeria’s game changing mega project in oil and gas sector
According to a report titled “Nigeria’s eNaira, One Year After” published on the International Monetary Fund’s website, it has been revealed that 98.5% of eNaira wallets have remained unused one year after the launch of Nigeria’s central bank digital currency. … Continue reading Usage of Nigeria’s eNaira wallets lags with 98.5% remaining unused, says IMF report
Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc has announced a significant increase in its gross premium written during the 2022 financial period. The company reported a growth rate of 20%, equivalent to N15.2 billion, compared to N12.7 billion in 2021. The audited financials … Continue reading Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc reports 20% growth in gross premium written in 2022
Analysis of data obtained from the UK’s Higher Education Statistics Agency reveals that a total of 128,770 Nigerian students have enrolled in universities in the United Kingdom from 2015 to the end of 2022. This growing number of Nigerian students … Continue reading Education exodus: 128,770 Nigerian students emigrate to the UK in seven years
President Joe Biden and Republican leader Kevin McCarthy engaged in a productive phone conversation, marking a notable shift in the stalled talks concerning the US debt ceiling. McCarthy described the call with Biden, who had just returned from the G7 … Continue reading Positive phone call between Biden and McCarthy signals potential breakthrough in US debt ceiling negotiations
Greece’s conservative prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, has emerged victorious in the national elections, describing his party’s resounding triumph as a ‘political earthquake.’ The centre-right New Democracy party secured nearly 41% of the vote, falling just five seats short of a … Continue reading Conservative prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, secures resounding victory in Greek elections
A group of twenty Nigerian farmers hailing from different states of the country is currently participating in a comprehensive three-week training program at Thailand’s Maejo University. The farmers, who arrived in Thailand last week to commence their training, will be … Continue reading Nigerian farmers gain agricultural expertise in Thailand to foster self sufficiency and empowerment
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